Delivery firm DPD disabled part of its AI chatbot after a customer was able to make it swear and criticize the company, highlighting the frustrating and impersonal nature of poorly implemented chatbots.
OpenAI has partnered with Arizona State University to bring its AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT, to researchers, staff, and faculty, highlighting the changing perspectives on AI in education and the potential benefits of using GenAI tools in learning.
The Rabbit R1 is a dedicated personal assistant device powered by AI that can answer questions, launch apps, and carry out tasks with the push of a button.
LinkedIn's latest report highlights the 10 fastest-growing roles in the U.S for 2024, including Chief Growth Officers, Government Program Analysts, and Artificial Intelligence Engineers, reflecting the transformative nature of contemporary careers and the need to stay informed about emerging trends in the job market.
Writer-filmmaker Varun Grover perceives Shah Rukh Khan as a real person with a personality, while Salman Khan comes across as someone who exists only on the big screen.
The threat of a major conflict in Europe between Russia and NATO looms large, with cyber warfare, missile strikes, and a land, sea, and air invasion by Russia among potential scenarios examined by military experts.
Shares of Palantir Technologies and C3.ai have been performing well on the stock market, despite challenges in their respective businesses. Palantir's AI business is gaining traction, with strong growth in commercial customers and revenue. C3.ai is expected to see improved growth as it transitions to a consumption-based revenue model. Both companies have promising growth prospects, but investors seeking value may favor C3.ai due to its lower valuation. However, more aggressive investors may be willing to pay a higher valuation for Palantir, considering its potential in both government and commercial AI spending.
Comedian George Carlin's daughter criticizes an AI-produced special that attempts to fabricate her father's voice and jokes, stating that it is not born from her father's creativity and should not bear his name.
Samsung has officially launched its highly anticipated Galaxy S24 AI-powered smartphone, which features a new titanium frame on the Ultra edition, various artificial intelligence features, and the introduction of the Galaxy Ring; Ubisoft is pushing a new version of its Ubisoft+ subscription, but gamers are skeptical about not actually owning the games they play; Samsung is prioritizing AI in its latest Unpacked showcase, offering free AI features for now but potentially charging for some in the future; Apple has been ordered to halt sales of Apple Watches due to a temporary ban, but has found a workaround by selling the Series 9 and Ultra 2 models without the blood oxygen sensor; a DIYer has successfully transformed a PS5 into a slim, ultra-mobile handheld console; and in honor of Samsung's Galaxy S24 event, a look back at iconic Samsung phones of the past two decades is shared.
Artificial intelligence using natural language processing can help identify risky alcohol use in patients prior to surgery by analyzing their medical records for contextual clues, such as diagnostic codes and other indicators of excessive alcohol consumption, which may not be obvious on a patient's chart.
Microsoft has launched its generative AI tool, Copilot, which is designed to increase productivity in its Office suite, offering a business and consumer-focused version, but despite its potential for revenue growth, the high price tag of Microsoft stock and competition from other AI companies suggests it may not be a wise investment.
Billionaire David Tepper of Appaloosa Management holds a high conviction in three artificial intelligence (AI) stocks - Nvidia, Amazon, and Microsoft - which are all well-positioned for strong growth in AI markets and offer potential for investors.
Billionaire investor David Tepper has allocated 28.2% of his portfolio to three AI stocks, including Nvidia, Amazon, and Microsoft, as these companies demonstrate strong presence in their respective markets and have significant growth potential.
Google Search is facing a significant problem with low-quality and spam-filled search results, as generative AI technology contributes to the dissemination of poorly researched and edited content. Despite efforts to filter out scams, Google is seemingly promoting them, leading to concerns about the declining ability of search engines to provide genuine and useful information.
The term AI is being overused and has become more of a marketing buzzword than a meaningful technological advancement, with companies incorporating AI into various products and services, regardless of its practicality or usefulness.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman believes that AI will have a lesser impact on the world and jobs than previously thought, aiming to calm fears and promote a more reasonable conversation around AI's potential.
Startups are developing robots and AI-powered toys that can engage in conversations with children, providing interactive and educational experiences while also offering emotional support and therapeutic benefits. These toys, such as Miko, Grok, Fawn, and Moxie, aim to foster social and emotional well-being in children and help them learn and grow in the modern world. However, experts caution that the use of generative AI in crucial tasks like therapy is still limited and privacy concerns need to be addressed.
2024 is predicted to be a year of global crises, including three dominating wars, significant elections, the rise of AI misuse, turmoil in the Middle East, and the worsening effects of climate change.
University of Chicago has released Nightshade 1.0, a tool designed to punish those who use machine learning models without permission, by poisoning image files to disrupt data ingestion and undermine the training process.
Kristen Stewart, Steven Yeun, Sam and Andy Zuchero discuss their Sundance film "Love Me" at the L.A. Times Studios.
Ukraine's development of artificial intelligence is progressing rapidly with the help of the United States, as experts highlight the country's ability to build and scale their AI infrastructure from the bottom up.
Riafy Technologies, a startup based in Kochi, Kerala, has emerged as a major player in the startup ecosystem, specializing in AI technology and product licensing.
A documentary film called "Love Machina" explores the creation of Bina48, a robotic bust designed to preserve the consciousness of its creators, Martine and Bina Rothblatt, in an attempt to conquer death, revealing the hubris of the couple behind it. The film uncovers the narcissistic tendencies of the Rothblatts and raises questions about the implications of AI and immortality.
Rocklin, a city in Placer County, is using AI-enabled cameras and drones to detect and track armed gunmen on school campuses in an attempt to stop school shootings.
"Love Me," a film by Sam and Andy Zuchero, starts with an ambitious premise but falls short in delivering a compelling story, despite its creative approach and unique characters.
The SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF (FITE) is a unique defense ETF that goes beyond traditional defense companies and includes stocks involved in cybersecurity, robotics, drones, and other emerging technologies, making it a compelling investment opportunity to capitalize on the evolving nature of warfare.
Ben Angel, bestselling author, predicts future trends in business, health, technology, and marketing and breaks new ground in the era of artificial intelligence with his latest book, "The Wolf is at The Door - How to Survive and Thrive in an AI-Driven Era."
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is seeking billions of dollars in capital to build a network of AI chip fabs in order to meet the growing demand for AI processors and prevent potential shortages in the future.
Elon Musk denies reports that his AI company, xAI, has received $500 million in commitments from investors, stating that it is "simply not accurate."
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is reportedly raising funds to build semiconductor production facilities for AI processors, aiming to address the anticipated chip supply shortage and compete against companies like Intel and TSMC.
In the next 10 years, cars are expected to retain a familiar appearance but with advanced materials such as carbon fiber and graphene to enhance strength and reduce weight, resulting in streamlined designs.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are primarily being used to replace human employees, leading to corporate layoffs and restructuring, while companies market AI as a means of efficiency and cost-cutting. Additionally, AI organizations like OpenAI are becoming defense contractors, despite previously promising not to join the defense industry. The FDA has approved an AI-fueled device for detecting skin cancer, OpenAI is partnering with Arizona State University to provide AI resources, and AI-generated content is being promoted on Google News.
Suno, an AI music generator developed by a team in Cambridge, Massachusetts, can produce short songs in various genres based on user requests, raising both excitement and concern about the capabilities of AI-generated music. Users can access Suno's website to generate free songs by entering a song description or utilize Microsoft's AI bot, Copilot, to generate songs directly without needing a Suno account.
Microsoft is investing heavily in generative AI and aims to become a leader in the field, with a focus on maintaining its position as a top commercial cloud provider, leading the AI platform wave, and aligning its cost structure with revenue growth. The company has made a significant investment in OpenAI, which provides it with proprietary rights and the ability to commercialize resulting AI technologies. Despite the positive outlook, potential risks include the failure of the AI market to meet expectations and the impact of a global recession on Microsoft's existing business.
Regulators are considering investigating the partnership between OpenAI and Microsoft over antitrust concerns, which could hinder OpenAI's mission to develop artificial general intelligence.
Instagram's "Backdrop" feature allows users to easily change the background of their Instagram stories with a single prompt, enhancing the creative possibilities of the platform.
The World Economic Forum in Davos featured extensive discussions on artificial intelligence, including topics such as task automation, workforce reskilling, human augmentation, and the challenges of scaling AI projects, while raising concerns about job replacement and the need for continuous upskilling.
Nvidia's AI-powered NPC generator, Omniverse Avatar Cloud Engine, attempts to emulate the writing, acting, and animation that bring video game characters to life, but falls short in creating authentic and endearing characters compared to hand-crafted work.
Artificial intelligence has transitioned from being hyped in 2023 to being fully adopted by business leaders, who are now developing segments and products around AI models in 2024.
The Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence of the United Arab Emirates emphasizes the need for agile and multilateral regulation of AI to prevent potential harm and ensure that AI remains in service to human values.
Leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland debate society's readiness for the growth of artificial intelligence.
The new Samsung Galaxy S24's AI watermark to combat fake images can easily be removed using the phone's own object erase tool.
A study conducted by researchers at Amazon Web Services AI Lab has found that over half of all internet sentences have been translated into two or more languages using AI models, resulting in poor-quality and degrading content especially prevalent in lower-resource languages, posing a threat to effectively training AI models in these languages.
The upgraded GPD Win Max 2 handheld gaming console, featuring AMD's Ryzen 7 8840U CPU, offers minimal performance improvements compared to its predecessor, with less than 3% better overall performance, as the focus of the CPU refresh was on AI performance rather than CPU performance.
Excire Foto has launched Excire Search, a new plugin for Adobe Lightroom Classic that integrates advanced AI image management tools, including search by text prompt, aesthetic ratings, duplicate management, and auto-keywording.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman plans to raise billions of dollars to develop a global network of factories for AI chip fabrication, in order to address the limited number of high-end chip manufacturers and meet the growing demand for powerful chips that run complex AI systems.
Companies are struggling to prioritize between modernizing their technology platform or focusing on generative AI, according to Amazon CEO Andy Jassy, who believes a balance and prioritization based on individual needs is necessary.
Goldman Sachs analysts have downgraded education resource companies Chegg, Duolingo, and Coursera due to concerns about artificial intelligence.
Little Death, directed by Jack Begert and produced by Darren Aronofsky, is a visually stunning and formally experimental film that tells interconnected L.A. stories and explores themes of existential crisis, utilizing AI-generated art and other visual effects.
Miami police used facial recognition technology to identify a homeless man who refused to give his name to an officer, highlighting the expanding use of this technology and potential misuse for harassing marginalized individuals.