The Israeli army reportedly used an AI system called Lavender to generate lists of potential human targets for airstrikes in Gaza, resulting in civilian casualties and limited human oversight.
Oracle's partnership with Palantir to provide secure cloud and AI solutions could accelerate the adoption of Palantir's AI software platform, potentially leading to faster revenue and earnings growth for the company.
South Africa's Aerobotics is using AI to help fruit and nut farmers improve crop yields, with their largest market being the U.S.
Amazon's AI capabilities, particularly through its cloud computing arm Amazon Web Services (AWS), position the company as a leader in the AI space, with its broad suite of offerings and multifaceted approach, making it a potential leading player in the field.
Despite the recent decline in SoundHound AI's stock due to the fading of "AI mania" and other company-specific news, the underlying growth and potential for the company remain strong, making it a potential long-term investment opportunity.
AI-generated digital models are transforming the fashion industry, offering increased diversity and tailored shopping experiences, but critics worry about the negative implications for human models, makeup artists, photographers, and racial representation.
WhatsApp is testing its large language model-powered chatbot, Meta AI, with users in India and other markets, in an effort to tap into its massive user base and scale its AI offerings.
Yann LeCun, Chief AI Scientist at Meta, argues that generative AI falls short in terms of understanding context and engaging with the physical world, calling for the development of Objective-Driven AI that aims to replicate human-like comprehension and adaptive learning.
Dennis Quaid believes that artificial intelligence will be a useful tool but will never be able to replicate human emotions, as actors bring a unique aspect to their performances. Legislation is now being passed to protect artists' voice and likeness from being misused by AI.
Mistral, a French start-up, is gaining support from European leaders who want to protect the region's culture and politics in the face of artificial intelligence dominance by tech giants like OpenAI and Google.
Legislation passed in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives requires AI-generated content to be disclosed to consumers, aiming to protect them from deceptive marketing and scams, but raises concerns about enforcement and complications for content creators.
Fox News offers live streaming of their TV shows, with a focus on reducing eye strain and allowing viewers to focus on the content.
Ultrasound technology with FDA-approved AI is being used at Eve Wellness in San Francisco to enhance breast cancer screening and provide faster diagnoses.
Silicon Valley AI company OpenAI has received investment from Cathie Wood's Ark Investment Management, reflecting a belief in the potential of the AI industry to transform the tech landscape.
Cathie Wood's Ark Investment Management has invested in OpenAI, believing that the AI industry will revolutionize the technology landscape, with OpenAI representing about 4% of Ark's venture fund.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has proposed the creation of a global consortium of governments and private entities to fund and support the artificial intelligence industry, with discussions involving Emirati officials and investors reportedly focusing on funding AI infrastructure and alternative power sources such as nuclear energy.
The New York state court system has formed an advisory committee comprised of experts to study the benefits and risks of using artificial intelligence in the courts and develop safeguards to ensure its responsible and impartial use.
Tech companies such as Google, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, and OpenAI are racing to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI), which would possess human-level thinking abilities, but there is still no agreed-upon definition of AGI and concerns about the potential dangers of the technology.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy outlined the company's approach to AI development, focusing on empowering builders and providing them with the right tools to enhance customer experiences through the use of primitive services and a three-layered GenAI stack.
The S&P 500 rose by 0.7% after wholesale prices increased less than expected in March, Apple shares surged on plans to revamp its Mac computers with AI processors, while shares of insurer Globe Life plummeted following allegations of fraud brought by short seller Fuzzy Panda.
German company Neurapix has released a black and white feature for its SmartPresets, allowing users to easily create and edit monochromatic images as part of their AI-assisted photo editing process.
Dow Jones futures are unchanged as the stock market rallies and AI stocks perform well following the release of bank earnings.
Intel has unveiled its new AI accelerator chip called Gaudi 3, which claims to offer 50% faster performance in running AI language models compared to Nvidia's H100, targeting Nvidia's high market share in the data center GPU market.
Nike has showcased a collection of AI-designed sneakers for an Olympic-themed exhibition in Paris, featuring unique shapes and styles crafted to meet the specifications of athletes' needs, although none of the designs are expected to be released for retail.
Chain-of-feedback is a prompting technique in generative AI that involves providing intermittent guidance and feedback to steer the AI in the right direction for producing the best possible answer, which is a more effective approach than mindlessly repeating questions.
Chipmaker Marvell Technology has announced that it will be making custom AI chips for major US-based cloud computing firms, including Microsoft and Google, which is expected to significantly boost its AI revenue in the coming years.
Students at Pattonville High School in Missouri won first place in a World Wide Technology competition for creating an AI tool called "Anchor" that evaluates previous academic records and class difficulty to help students choose appropriate classes for the school year.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy expressed confidence in the future of generative AI as the company's biggest breakthroughs, focusing on building foundational AI models and selling them to enterprise customers, while also investing billions in start-ups like Anthropic, but struggling to create consumer-facing products that resonate with customers.
Nike has unveiled an "A.I.R." concept shoe designed entirely by artificial intelligence, although it is uncertain if the shoe will be released or worn on the floor.
The MIT Stephen A. Schwarzman College of Computing has opened its new headquarters in a central location on the MIT campus, aiming to foster collaboration and innovation in computing across various disciplines and departments. The building is designed to support the college's three-fold mission, accommodate computing research groups, and provide spaces for academic activities and community engagement. The building also emphasizes sustainability and LEED certification, with features such as natural light, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems. A dedication ceremony is planned for the spring to celebrate the completion of the building and the foundational gift from Stephen A. Schwarzman.
Marvell Technology expects AI to account for 30% of its total revenue in 2025, as it secures a new hyperscale customer and aims to increase its market share driven by its custom AI chips and leadership in optics.
Illinois-based artist Sydney Swisher uses generative AI as a tool to enhance her paintings by creating reference images that capture specific memories and evoke nostalgia.
The rumored iPhone SE 4 is expected to feature key upgrades such as an OLED display, improved camera capabilities, upgraded chipset and RAM, and larger storage options, making it a compelling budget phone option if the leaks are accurate.
Google and Meta's announcement of developing in-house AI chips poses a challenge to Nvidia's dominant position in the AI hardware market, potentially impacting Nvidia's market share and stock price.
SoundHound AI's stock has experienced a boost following an upgrade, but caution is still warranted due to the company's rich valuation.
The rise of generative AI tools in education has led to a significant number of students using these tools for writing papers and completing assignments, while teachers are turning to AI models for grading tests; however, the accuracy of AI detection tools remains limited, and there is a risk of penalizing students who use helpful AI software unknowingly. Schools are responding by either banning these tools or incorporating them in the curriculum, and some educators argue that exposing students to AI-generated writing can actually improve their understanding of its limitations and enhance their own abilities.
Bill Gates predicts that artificial intelligence will dominate the near future, although he believes that only energy-related jobs, biology-related positions, and AI specialists will be immune to its effects.
AI has the potential to diagnose and treat parasitic worm infections by identifying worm eggs in human fecal samples, offering a more accessible and accurate method than traditional manual analysis.
Google Photos is making its premium editing tools, such as Magic Editor and Photo Unblur, available to all users, although there will be usage limits for free users and additional costs for certain features.
Some companies that are leading the way in the global AI race include Palantir Technologies, Apple, and Meta Platforms, all of which are leveraging AI in different ways to drive growth and increase their bottom lines.
Big banks on Wall Street are considering cutting back on hiring new junior analysts due to increased reliance on artificial intelligence (AI), potentially leading to significant job losses in the finance industry.
Apple stock could experience a rerating as investors show interest in the potential AI-enabled iPhone set to be released this fall, despite the company's weakening fundamentals in the short term.
AI-generated responses can make humans "feel heard," but when recipients learned that the message came from AI, they reported feeling less heard, according to a new study from the USC Marshall School of Business, highlighting the underlying bias against AI that devalues its effectiveness.
Companies are hiring highly educated gig workers to write training content for AI models as tech giants scramble for new data sources before AI could run out of data to learn from by 2026.
Apple is set to release its M4 chips in late 2024, starting with the iMac, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac mini, and followed by other models in 2025, with the M4 chips offering improved performance for artificial intelligence tasks and up to 512GB Unified Memory.
Researchers have developed a method to predict emotions in spontaneous thoughts using fMRI and machine learning, offering insights into the emotional undertones of daydreams and potential applications in mental health diagnostics.
Apple is planning to revamp its entire Mac lineup with a new family of in-house processors, the M4 chips, which are designed to highlight artificial intelligence and boost sales in a sluggish market, according to sources.
Meta is focused on creating community through open source technology with projects ranging from AI and VR to development tools and hardware.
Researchers have developed a machine learning model that can track the complex process of muscle development, shedding light on how stem cells generate new muscle fibers and identifying a novel regulatory checkpoint in the process.
Google has released a limited-series podcast featuring conversations with global experts on the impact of AI on policy, the economy, science, democracy, sustainability, and more.