TECH GIRL ENERGY: The Weekly Debrief
Episode 16 – Digital Drivers Licenses, F1’s First Female Engineer, Lunar Data Centres and AI in the Brutalist
Harriet Taylor and Numi Gildert dive into their favourite tech headlines of the week;
Episode Highlights
Digital Document Revolution in the UK
- Topic Overview: Introduction of a digital document app by the UK government.
- Key Points:
- Launching this summer, beginning with veteran cards and driver’s licences.
- Discusses benefits such as convenience for those who often leave home without physical IDs.
- Potential impacts on age verification processes for online platforms.
Breaking Barriers in F1 Engineering
- Exciting News from Haas F1 Team:
- Laura Muller becomes the first female race engineer at Haas.
- Corinne Kreidlich joins as head of strategy from Red Bull Racing.
- Discussion Points:
- Importance of diversity and representation within Formula One teams.
Lunar Data Centres: A New Frontier?
- Innovative Concept by Lone Star Data Holdings:
- Plans to launch a data centre on the moon via SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket.
- Considerations Discussed:
- Advantages such as abundant solar energy and cost-effective cooling systems off-Earth.
AI’s Role in Film Production
- Case Study: “The Brutalist”
- Use of AI to refine actors’ Hungarian accents sparks debate.
- Broader Implications Explored:
- Ethical considerations around AI use in creative industries, including its impact on awards like Oscars.
LINKS:
UK Gov Digital document app: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy48vl3p0nyo
Laura Muller Haas Race Engineer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/articles/cjexw7v7185o
Lonestar’s Lunar Data centre: https://www.reuters.com/technology/space/lonestars-moonshot-firm-aims-place-data-center-lunar-surface-2025-01-21/
AI in the Brutalist: https://news.sky.com/story/the-brutalist-director-defends-use-of-ai-to-refine-his-lead-stars-performances-13293656
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