Google Cloud's NEXT 2024 Conference introduced advancements in generative AI that support business growth and empower developers to ensure customer success.
UK legaltech startup Lawhive has raised £9.5 million ($11.9 million) in a seed round to expand its AI-driven services targeted at small law firms, offering an in-house AI lawyer for document summarization and speeding up repetitive tasks.
Samsung has confirmed that it will update its 2022 flagship devices with Galaxy AI features, including Circle to Search with Google, Chat Assist, Interpreter, and more. The rollout will begin in early May and the features will be free to use until the end of 2025.
CaliExpress, claimed to be the world's first fully autonomous restaurant using AI-powered robots, opened in Los Angeles, aiming to cut labor costs, but customers found the burgers to be mediocre and preferred human-made burgers for the well-honed flavors and faster delivery.
Accelsius has unveiled NeuCool, an in-rack solution for data centers that provides unmatched thermal performance, cooling beyond 1,500 watts per server chip and offering energy savings of up to 50% and an 80% reduction in CO2 emissions, while using zero water.
AI-driven recruitment platforms, like the Jennie Johnson bot developed by Hyperleap, are increasingly being used to find and filter potential job candidates; however, experts warn that these tools may dehumanize the job-seeking process and perpetuate biases if not carefully monitored and regulated.
The world's first AI beauty pageant will feature AI-generated contestants judged on beauty, social media influence, and their creators' use of AI tools, with a $20,000 prize pool at stake.
The FDA has approved an AI-powered medical device, called the Sepsis ImmunoScore, which helps diagnose and predict the risk of sepsis within 24 hours of patient evaluation in hospitals.
Twenty percent of American workers are in jobs that are highly exposed to AI and have lower performance requirements, making them most at risk of job replacement, according to a White House report by the Council of Economic Advisors.
California lawmakers and prosecutors are advocating for a change to state law to protect children from artificial intelligence-generated child pornography and ensure that possessing, distributing, and creating such images is illegal.
Former Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin is working on a plan to partner with an AI firm to rebuild TikTok's algorithm in the US, in a bid to address Congressional concerns about national security risks and potential export laws that could block the app's sale. Mnuchin may collaborate with multiple tech firms, and potential candidates include Oracle and Microsoft. The approval of both the US and Chinese governments would be required for the acquisition to take place.
The US government has announced a $6.4 billion subsidy for Samsung to build advanced computer chip manufacturing facilities in Austin, as part of an effort to bring more chip-making production to the US and reduce vulnerability to disruption in the supply chain.
Investors can gain exposure to the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) without the risk of investing in a single stock like Nvidia by buying the Robo Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF, which offers diversification and a focus on companies involved in intelligent systems, robotics, and automation.
GenAI image tools have revolutionized content creation, but their widespread use raises concerns about authenticity and intellectual property, prompting calls for transparency and consumer trust.
Blackmagic Design has released its annual NAB 2024 update, introducing a new version of DaVinci Resolve with AI-powered features, as well as new products such as the Micro Color Panel for iPad, the Pyxis 6K cube camera, and the URSA Cine 12K and 17K cinema cameras.
Goldman Sachs predicts that software and services companies will be the biggest beneficiaries of the AI boom, prompting hedge fund managers to sell Nvidia stock and invest in software and cloud services-oriented AI stocks like Amazon and Palantir.
Investors are showing caution towards healthcare startups with high valuations but minimal revenue or market traction, except in the case of startups using artificial intelligence (AI), where the hype has led to a rush of investments despite inflated prices. AI in healthcare has the potential to tackle labor shortages, automate administrative tasks, improve medical imaging, and revolutionize the industry in the long run. However, there are concerns about "AI washing" and startups falsely claiming AI capabilities to attract funding. The use of AI in healthcare faces unique challenges related to privacy, regulation, and patient safety.
Wall Street billionaires sold Nvidia shares and invested in Amazon and Palantir Technologies, believing that software and services companies will benefit the most from the AI boom in the long run.
The excitement over generative artificial intelligence (AI) is different from the dot-com bubble of the early 2000s, as today's AI craze has more defined fears and concerns, with skepticism and a sense of dread rather than wonder, while also being accompanied by a higher level of scrutiny from governments, academic institutions, and AI software companies. Although there are concerns of an AI bubble, analysts believe that AI software stocks are reasonably priced and will continue to boost sales for years, while the potential disappointment could stem from AI hardware stocks. The bursting of the AI bubble may not be as severe as the dot-com burst, as AI has greater revenue potential, but the full potential of AI is seen as ultimately limited due to the inability of machines to reason and differentiate causality from correlation. Signs of a bursting AI bubble include price erosion, companies giving away products for free or struggling to monetize, and concerns from large companies about the safety and security of generative AI.
The 2023 AI Index report reveals trends such as the rise of multimodal foundation models, major investments in generative AI, the dominance of industry players, the increasing cost of training models, the United States leading in AI development, and concerns about the impact of AI on jobs and AI product regulations.
Microsoft's investments in artificial intelligence technology make its stock a safe and worthy choice for participation in the AI market, earning a confident "B" grade.
The article suggests that investors looking to invest in artificial intelligence (AI) should consider exchange-traded funds (ETFs) such as the Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLK), Invesco QQQ ETF (QQQ), and the iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX), which provide diversified exposure to AI stocks and technology companies.
IT solutions provider Mphasis has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to launch the Gen AI Foundry, a platform focused on artificial intelligence solutions and use case assessments for the financial services industry.
Samsung Electronics has announced the availability of One UI 6.1, expanding its Galaxy AI features to more smartphones and tablets, offering barrier-free communication, productivity, and information access.
OpenText World Europe 2024 is showcasing the latest AI innovations aimed at elevating human potential and transforming businesses through practical solutions in information management, AI assistants, next-generation search, and IoT technologies.
OpenAI's artificial intelligence text-to-video generator Sora has created seven impressive videos featuring animals, including city dogs, a cat on the hunt, woolly mammoths, paws that paint, a curious chameleon, bunny rabbits, and hybrid animals, showcasing the potential of AI in creating realistic and captivating videos.
L'Air Liquide SA, a company that uses debt, has a net debt of about €9.24b, but its ability to cover interest expenses and its increase in EBIT indicate that it is managing its debt well and is unlikely to be a major threat.
Elon Musk believes that an artificial intelligence (AI) candidate could run for US President in 2032, according to his comments at the Breakthrough Prize ceremony. Musk also discussed AI's impact on democracy and predicted that AI could surpass human intelligence by 2026. Additionally, he mentioned the chip shortage affecting the training of his AI initiative, Grok 2.
Adobe's Firefly AI, which is integrated with software like Photoshop and Illustrator, was trained on public domain material and images from Adobe Stock, but it has also been revealed that it was trained on Midjourney images, causing some embarrassment for the company.
Generative AI is revolutionizing the realm of sex and intimacy, with applications ranging from virtual influencers and AI-enabled sex toys to lifelike sex robots, raising important ethical concerns regarding consent, emotional well-being, and the potential for distorted expectations in real-life relationships. However, AI also holds promise for therapeutic purposes and sex education, highlighting the need for responsible implementation and ethical guidelines to minimize harm in this evolving landscape.
The US dominates in funding for generative AI companies, with over 10 times the funding of European and Israeli companies, but Europe is making strides with notable players such as Aleph Alpha and Mistral AI.
Actors in the film and television industry are currently on a 100-day strike, with no immediate end in sight, following failed negotiations between the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists and the studios.
AI has become a game-changer for businesses, amplifying competition while also raising regulatory concerns, leading to the need for responsible development and exploration in the field.
MIT researchers have developed a machine learning technique that utilizes curiosity to enhance AI safety testing and generate a broader range of toxic prompts, surpassing traditional human red-teaming methods.
Salesforce is in advanced talks to acquire cloud data management company Informatica, potentially adding AI capabilities to its suite of apps and consolidating customer data across multiple platforms.
AR Rahman used AI software to recreate the voices of late singers Bamba, Bakya, and Shahul Hameed in 'Lal Salaam,' raising concerns about the misuse of AI and the need for copyright protection for original creators.
An Australian company called Woolnorth Renewables is using AI to prevent bird deaths caused by wind turbines, with their system, IdentiFlight, able to detect and shut down turbines when protected birds are flying nearby. The technology has been tested and proven to have a 99% detection accuracy, with a potential to reduce fatalities by 85%.
Samsung Electronics has launched the new 2024 Bespoke refrigerators, featuring an AI Inverter Compressor that optimally circulates cold air in response to temperature changes, resulting in improved energy efficiency and reduced power consumption.
Artificial Intelligence is far from reaching human-level intelligence and lacks fundamental aspects of reasoning and understanding, despite recent advancements in generative AI, according to Melanie Mitchell in her book "Artificial Intelligence: A Guide for Thinking Humans."
London-based model Alexsandrah has a digital twin generated by AI, which has been used as a stand-in for her in a photo shoot, raising concerns about the impact of AI models on human models and diversity in the fashion industry.
AI tools like Microsoft OneNote with Copilot, Notion, Fellow, Otter.ai, Reflect, ClickUp, Notebook LM, and Evernote are powerful note-taking apps that utilize artificial intelligence to enhance productivity and organization.
Germany-based startup Alfred Maritime has introduced an AI-based energy management system for cruise ships, with the aim of optimizing energy efficiency and reducing fuel consumption and emissions. The system provides real-time data and actionable insights to ship operators and crew, allowing them to make quick decisions on optimizing performance. This development comes as the cruise industry is seeking ways to become more sustainable.
Medium is implementing a new policy to ban AI-generated content from its paid Partner program, stating that the platform is meant for human storytelling.
The fourth season of "The Morning Show" will focus on Deepfakes and AI, raising questions about trust and the authenticity of news in a world of misinformation.
The author highlights the tendency to underestimate the impact of new technology on our daily lives and presents four stocks to consider in relation to the potential of artificial intelligence (AI): Arm Holdings, UiPath, Palantir, and Marvell Technology.
The co-creators of the limited series "A Murder at the End of the World" discuss how their original idea of a tech retreat turned hyperrealistic when artificial intelligence became more advanced, and hinted at the possibility of a second season.
Despite the widespread use of cellular connectivity, network failure has caused downtime for a majority of Singaporean organizations, leading to the removal or blocking of vulnerable applications like Zoom and WhatsApp from work devices, with over two-thirds of organizations experiencing a network security attack in the last 12 months.
DEICIDE frontman Glen Benton addressed the controversy surrounding the cover artwork for the band's upcoming album "Banished By Sin," stating that it was done using Photoshop and artificial intelligence (A.I.), and meant to be a modern reflection of the times rather than an attempt to replace artists or provoke backlash.
An individual is developing an AI-connected sex toy with RGB lights, generative moaning, and computer vision, as documented on Orifice.ai.
Binny Gill, CEO of Kognitos, believes that the push for artificial general intelligence (AGI) is the wrong approach, and instead advocates for developing artificial narrow intelligence (ANI) in order to offload mental labor from humans.