Brave has introduced its AI assistant, Leo, to iPhone and iPad users, offering voice-to-text capability and various features such as question answering, page summarization, content generation, language translation, and more, in an effort to provide users with an all-in-one AI assistant.
Samsung Electronics has launched a new line of AI-based home appliances, including refrigerators and washing machines with screens and voice recognition, in an effort to combat competition from Chinese manufacturers.
Entrepreneur Mark Cuban predicts that the world's first trillionaire will not come from traditional tech sectors like Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos, but from someone who masters and applies artificial intelligence in novel ways.
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is considering the development of fitness-focused headsets and glasses, as well as exploring new interfaces and AI features for their virtual reality and augmented reality devices, such as the Quest and Ray-Ban smart glasses.
Apple researchers have developed a new model called ReALM (Reference Resolution As Language Modeling) that aims to improve the contextual understanding of Siri, potentially surpassing the capabilities of ChatGPT in generative AI. ReALM is designed to comprehend on-screen, conversational, and background references, and its on-device nature aligns with Apple's commitment to privacy.
AI Drag Race, an Instagram account that pits AI-generated drag queens against each other, is part of a growing trend of AI-generated accounts on Instagram and TikTok, but is also raising questions about copyright and the limits of AI models.
LTX Studio, an AI video generator from Lightricks, allows users to create music videos by simply typing a prompt, eliminating the need for extensive editing and production time, and providing a quick and cost-effective way for musicians to enhance their songs with visuals.
Amazon is abandoning its cashier-less "Just Walk Out" technology in its Amazon Fresh grocery stores and removing it from existing stores due to technical issues, relying on human video reviewers in India rather than AI.
The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) is seeking "guardrails" on artificial intelligence (AI) use as it negotiates a new three-year contract with Hollywood's major studios and streamers, recognizing that AI has the potential to make some union members' jobs easier while also posing potential threats to other job roles. The guild is focused on viewing AI as a tool and a challenge within the workplace rather than solely as a threat.
Meta (formerly Facebook) has lost three top AI leaders in March, with each executive announcing their departure on social media, potentially impacting the company's position in the competitive AI market.
Web searches are predicted to decrease by 25% in 2026 due to the rise of AI chatbots and virtual agents, leading to potential challenges for companies relying on search engine optimization (SEO) rankings.
The rumored Nothing Phone 3 may feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip for improved performance and onboard generative AI capabilities, putting it closer to top-tier mid-range phones, and is expected to be released in July for a price of approximately £380 / $479 / AU$737.
Chicago-based start-up Prenosis has developed an artificial intelligence tool that predicts the risk of sepsis, a life-threatening condition, and has received the first FDA authorization for an AI-driven diagnostic test for sepsis, aiming to individualize treatment based on patients' biology.
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra tablet with Galaxy AI is currently available for $1,069.99, a rare cash discount from its usual price of $1,200, making it one of the best offers available.
Illinois is seeking to clarify child pornography laws to ensure they also apply to AI-generated images and videos, aiming to prohibit the creation of child pornography that involves real children or obscene imagery using artificial intelligence, as well as the non-consensual dissemination of certain AI-created sexual images.
Schneider Electric CEO calls for global leaders to accelerate efforts to decarbonize the energy sector, stating that AI and digitalization are key to achieving the necessary energy transition and reducing CO2 emissions, with potential savings of $2 trillion by 2030.
Samsung Electronics unveiled its 2024 line of Bespoke AI home appliances, equipped with advanced artificial intelligence technologies and SmartThings capabilities, aiming to provide a hyperconnected ecosystem and improve customer convenience.
Israel is facing increased scrutiny over its targeting processes in the ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza, particularly after an air strike killed seven foreign aid workers from the US-based charity World Central Kitchen; there are concerns that Israel's criteria for selecting targets is not widely accepted, prompting international condemnation and calls for accountability.
Nvidia's humanoid robotics solutions, starting with project GR00T, are discussed in a recent update video.
The Israeli military used an AI-powered database called Lavender to identify 37,000 potential targets in Gaza based on their connections to Hamas, while permitting a high number of Palestinian civilian casualties, according to intelligence sources. The use of AI in warfare raises legal and moral questions and changes the dynamics between soldiers and machines.
Apple has announced that WWDC 2024, its annual software show, will begin on June 10, and is expected to feature significant updates to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and more, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence.
OnePlus is introducing AI Eraser, a new feature that uses generative AI technology to remove unwanted objects from photos, with the goal of revolutionizing photo editing and empowering users with advanced, practical technology.
The FDA has approved an AI tool called Sepsis ImmunoScore that uses 22 parameters to calculate the risk of a patient developing sepsis within 24 hours, marking another approval for AI diagnostic tools.
This article discusses the latest startup and venture capital news, including topics such as Y Combinator's demo day, BlaBlaCar's credit facility, PipeDreams' new model of startup construction, GoStudent's rebound and profitability, Hailo's chip business and funding round, and GGV's expansion into two new brands.
The MTV Entertainment Studios documentary "How Music Got Free" explores the story of Dell Glover, an employee at a CD manufacturing plant, who smuggled out unreleased discs and shared the files with a digital piracy group, revealing the complex tensions between artists, fans, and the record industry during the rise of the MP3 and the end of the CD era.
Celebrity deepfake videos on TikTok are now educational, as Taylor Swift, Drake, and others use the app to explain mathematical equations.
Personality traits can influence gene expression and impact health and well-being, according to a study using data from the Young Finns Study, which identified a network of 4,000 genes that adapt their expression based on individuals' personality traits, suggesting that adopting a creative and self-transcendent outlook on life may enhance well-being and health.
Amidst the booming AI industry, Nvidia's partner, Amphenol Corporation, is identified as a potential winner due to its significant contribution to Nvidia's AI system and its positioning in the market.
In the upcoming season of Netflix's "The Circle," an Artificial Intelligence bot joins the competition as a catfish, creating new twists and challenges for the contestants.
A survey by Pearl Meyer reveals that 60% of companies have or plan to develop a change management strategy in response to the impact of AI, and 20% are considering executive compensation incentives to address the changes.
More than 200 artists, including Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj, have signed an open letter raising concerns about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the music industry, warning that it could devalue the work of human artists and undermine their livelihoods.
Jane Goodall, who recently turned 90, reflects on her legacy and what she hopes to leave behind.
A public red teaming exercise at a hacking conference revealed the potential harms of artificial intelligence chatbots, including misinformation, bias, and easy exploitation, emphasizing the need for AI model intervention and safety measures.
Privasea, a provider of AI-driven data security solutions, has completed a strategic private placement round backed by Binance Labs, OKX Ventures, Laser Digital, and Tanelabs, further solidifying its position in the fields of artificial intelligence and data security.
Generative AI is widely used by college students to cheat on homework assignments, prompting educators to redefine cheating and set clear expectations for AI use in the classroom.
Nvidia showcased its generative AI-powered technologies at the Game Developers Conference, including AI-powered NPCs that can dynamically respond to players, as well as an application called RTX Remix that remasters old games for modern graphics using ray tracing and DLSS technology. The demos offer a glimpse into the future of gaming experiences with generative AI, but the impact on game genres and gameplay remains to be seen.
In the first-of-its-kind ruling, a judge has barred the use of video enhanced with artificial intelligence in a triple murder trial due to concerns about its reliability and the difficulty of forensic analysis.
Stability AI has released Stable Audio 2.0, a text-to-music generator that allows users to create tracks up to three minutes long by providing natural language prompts, and also includes an audio-to-audio generation feature for manipulating audio samples using AI prompts.
OnePlus is introducing a new AI feature called "AI Eraser" that allows users to easily edit and remove unwanted objects from images, revolutionizing photo editing and empowering users to create remarkable photos with just a few touches.
The introduction of new AI gadgets is marking the beginning of a technological revolution, promising a new era of interaction with technology by abstracting away the friction and complexity of traditional smartphone interfaces.
OneTrust has partnered with the Responsible Artificial Intelligence Institute (RAI Institute) to develop tangible governance tools for trustworthy and safe AI, recognizing the importance of responsible AI practices in building trust and unlocking its full potential across industries.
Generative AI, powered by artificial intelligence models trained on large volumes of data, is set to revolutionize smartphones by enabling them to generate and create new content, changing how we interact with our devices and potentially moving us toward an era of "intelligent smartphones." Samsung's Galaxy S24 and Google's Pixel 8 are leading examples of how generative AI is being integrated into smartphones, offering features such as real-time language translation, content generation in photos, and innovative ways of using the phone through AI-powered tools like Circle to Search. Startups like Rabbit AI and Brain.AI are also exploring AI-powered software experiences that could replace traditional apps on smartphones. The future of smartphones will likely involve gradually smarter and more automated software, potentially replacing the app-based operating systems we know today.
Artificial intelligence is not just for engineers - there are various ways for professionals to get started in AI, including reading AI trends, forecasting the evolution of their job, finding an AI mentor, attending conferences, enrolling in AI courses, implementing AI in their company, joining machine learning side projects, starting their own machine learning project, working with an AI startup, or even starting their own AI company.
OnePlus is introducing "AI Eraser," a generative AI feature that allows users to effortlessly remove unwanted objects from photos, with more AI features planned to be released this year.
SiftHub, an AI startup, has raised $5.5 million in seed funding to develop its AI assistant aimed at assisting sales and presales teams with non-sales activities such as data entry, research, and building presentations. The assistant integrates with various platforms and uses generative AI and retrieval augmented generation (RAG) technology to provide accurate information efficiently. SiftHub aims to streamline sales processes and improve relationship-building by saving time on administrative tasks.
NextEra Energy (NEE) stands out as a leading player in renewable energy, offering strong dividend growth and a promising outlook despite challenges such as rising inflation and energy transition costs.
TrojAI, a provider of AI security solutions, has raised $5.75 million in a funding round and appointed Lee Weiner as its new CEO to support the company's growth and expansion into the US market.
C3.ai, a company that has gone through multiple transformations, is struggling to find its niche and is currently losing money at a significant rate, making it a less favorable investment compared to other AI stocks.
Meta has released the findings from its recent Community Forum on Generative AI, revealing that the majority of participants believe AI chatbots should have transparency and control features, and that AI chatbots can be human-like as long as people are informed.
AI voice stocks, such as SoundHound AI and LivePerson, are emerging as a growth area in the AI market, with strong potential for substantial returns, while Nvidia is considered one of the best AI voice stocks due to its investment in SoundHound AI and other strides in AI technology.