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Microsoft patents plan to use idle gaming GPUs for AI training

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Microsoft has patented a system that could leverage idle gaming GPUs for AI training. The patent describes a method for distributing AI training tasks to consumer-grade graphics cards when they are not in use. This approach aims to create a distributed network of computing power for AI development, potentially offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional data centers. AI

IMPACT Could lower the cost of AI training by utilizing distributed consumer hardware.

RANK_REASON Patent filing for a potential future product/service.

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Microsoft patents plan to use idle gaming GPUs for AI training

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