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JFrog and NVIDIA Partner to Accelerate Enterprise AI Deployment
Strategic partnership enhances AI deployment: JFrog and NVIDIA have joined forces to advance AI model deployment and security, integrating NVIDIA NIM microservices into the JFrog Platform. The collaboration aims to meet the growing demand for enterprise-ready generative AI solutions by combining pre-approved AI models with centralized DevSecOps processes. NVIDIA NIM, part of the NVIDIA AI Enterprise software suite, offers GPU-optimized AI model services available as both API endpoints and container images. This integration allows for flexible deployment options, including on-premises solutions that ensure data security and control while leveraging NVIDIA's optimized infrastructure. Addressing key industry challenges: The partnership tackles significant...
read Sep 12, 2024NVIDIA and Oracle Unveil Zettascale AI Supercomputing for Enterprises
Oracle and NVIDIA join forces to revolutionize enterprise AI: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and NVIDIA have announced a significant collaboration to enhance AI and data processing capabilities for enterprises, with plans to deploy cutting-edge GPU technology and infrastructure solutions. Zettascale supercomputing comes to the cloud: OCI is set to introduce the first zettascale OCI Supercluster, powered by NVIDIA's Blackwell platform, offering unprecedented computational power for AI workloads. The new system will utilize over 100,000 of NVIDIA's latest-generation GPUs, providing up to 2.4 zettaflops of peak AI compute. Deployment options include on-premises, public cloud, and sovereign cloud environments, offering flexibility for...
read Sep 10, 2024UAE Partners with Mastercard to Accelerate AI Innovation
UAE's AI Ambitions: The United Arab Emirates has partnered with Mastercard to accelerate artificial intelligence adoption, aligning with the country's Vision 2031 for integrating AI across various sectors. The collaboration includes the establishment of Mastercard's Global Center for Advanced AI and Cyber Technology in Dubai, aimed at developing AI solutions for global challenges, particularly in digital and financial ecosystems. This initiative is part of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the UAE's Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office and Mastercard to enhance AI capabilities in the region. The partnership's initial focus is on leveraging AI to...
read Sep 9, 2024Stanford and German Institute Launch Human-Centered AI Research Program
New collaboration bridges AI and human-computer interaction: Stanford's Institute for Human-Centered AI (HAI) and Germany's Hasso Plattner Institut (HPI) launch a joint research program focusing on the human aspects of artificial intelligence. Program structure and goals: The Program on Artificial Intelligence and Human Computer Interaction aims to foster breakthroughs by combining diverse perspectives and expertise from both institutions. The initiative pairs students and faculty from HAI and HPI to work on five core research areas: explainability, social computing system design, AI in fabrication, AI-assisted communication, and privacy-preserving AI smart tools. The program includes active exchanges between PhD students, co-supervision, and...
read Sep 9, 2024US-Nigeria AI Conference to Shape Africa’s Tech Future
U.S. and Nigeria to host AI conference in Lagos: The U.S. Department of State and Nigerian Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy are organizing a conference on "Global Inclusivity and AI: Africa" in Lagos, Nigeria, on September 10-11, 2024. The conference will bring together over 200 stakeholders, including senior officials from the United States and Africa, private sector executives, civil society members, and academia. Participants will discuss opportunities and challenges in responsible AI development, deployment, and use. The event aims to identify and harmonize AI governance strategies between the United States and African nations to ensure safer, more...
read Sep 7, 2024Microsoft Removes 300,000 Non-Consensual Intimate Images from Bing
Microsoft takes action against non-consensual intimate images: The tech giant has partnered with StopNCII to combat the spread of explicit content, including AI-generated deepfakes, on its Bing image search platform. Since March, Microsoft has successfully removed nearly 300,000 intimate images that were posted without consent from Bing search results, demonstrating a significant step in addressing this issue. The company has integrated its PhotoDNA technology into StopNCII's platform, enabling individuals over 18 to create digital fingerprints of images they wish to protect from online distribution. These digital fingerprints are then shared with StopNCII's partner platforms, including popular social media sites like...
read Sep 6, 2024Qualcomm, Samsung, Google to Partner on AI-Powered Mixed Reality Glasses
Mixed reality innovation on the horizon: Qualcomm, Samsung, and Google are collaborating to develop smartphone-compatible mixed-reality glasses, signaling a significant step in wearable technology. Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon revealed the partnership in a recent CNBC interview, emphasizing the creation of "new product" and "new experiences" in the mixed-reality space. The collaboration was first hinted at during Samsung's Galaxy S23 Unpacked event last year, where Amon and Google's SVP of platforms and ecosystems, Hiroshi Lockheimer, discussed future mixed-reality experiences. This development follows Qualcomm's success with the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, which utilize the company's Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 platform. Generative AI's...
read Sep 5, 2024Microsoft and TCL Team Up to Launch AI-Powered Smartphones
Microsoft and TCL collaborate on AI-powered smartphones: TCL is teaming up with Microsoft to integrate advanced AI capabilities into its new Nxtpaper smartphone lineup, marking a departure from the industry trend of relying on Google's AI technologies. The partnership will bring Microsoft's Azure OpenAI large language models and automatic speech recognition to TCL's 50 Pro Nxtpaper 5G and 50 Nxtpaper 5G devices, offering users a unique AI experience. This collaboration sets TCL apart from other smartphone manufacturers who have predominantly opted for Google's AI solutions. AI features enhancing user experience: The new TCL Nxtpaper smartphones will come equipped with a...
read Sep 5, 2024Hugging Face Partners with Truffle Security to Protect Code Repositories
Hugging Face bolsters security with TruffleHog integration: Hugging Face has partnered with Truffle Security to incorporate TruffleHog's secret scanning capabilities into its platform, enhancing security measures for users and developers. Key partnership details: The collaboration between Hugging Face and Truffle Security aims to prevent accidental leaks of sensitive information in code repositories. TruffleHog is an open-source tool that detects and verifies secret leaks in code, scanning for credentials, tokens, and encryption keys. The partnership focuses on two main initiatives: enhancing Hugging Face's automated scanning pipeline and creating a native Hugging Face scanner in TruffleHog. Automated scanning pipeline improvements: Hugging Face...
read Sep 5, 2024Stability AI Brings 3 Advanced Image Models to Amazon Bedrock
Stability AI expands partnership with AWS: Stability AI has announced a significant expansion of its collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), bringing three advanced text-to-image generative AI models to the Amazon Bedrock service. The new models include Stable Image Ultra, Stable Diffusion 3 Large, and Stable Image Core, each offering unique strengths for various use cases. This move broadens Stability AI's presence on Amazon Bedrock, where it previously only offered its older SDXL model. The expansion comes at a time when Stability AI has been facing challenges in establishing its business footing within the competitive generative AI market. Model capabilities...
read Sep 4, 2024US Government Partners with OpenAI and Anthropic for AI Safety Testing
AI safety collaboration takes center stage: OpenAI and Anthropic have entered into groundbreaking agreements with the US government, granting early access to their latest AI models for safety testing before public release. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) announced formal collaborations with both companies and the US Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute to conduct AI safety research, testing, and evaluation. This partnership aims to ensure that public safety assessments are not solely dependent on the companies' internal evaluations but also include collaborative research with the US government. The US AI Safety Institute will work in conjunction with its UK...
read Sep 4, 2024Huawei Cloud Boosts Saudi AI Talent for Vision 2030 Goals
AI initiatives unveiled to support Saudi Vision 2030: Huawei Cloud has announced a series of innovative artificial intelligence initiatives aimed at accelerating Saudi Arabia's digital transformation and supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals. The announcement was made at the Huawei Cloud Summit Saudi Arabia 2024, which gathered over 600 guests and showcased key AI technologies and ecosystem resources. These initiatives are designed to bolster Saudi Arabia's transformation into a global leader in technology and innovation by providing advanced AI solutions applicable across various industries. The focus areas align with Vision 2030 objectives, including AI-powered industry solutions for sectors such as...
read Sep 4, 2024Amazon to Launch AI-Powered Alexa Leveraging Anthropic’s Claude
Amazon's AI evolution: Amazon is preparing to launch a new, AI-enhanced version of its Alexa voice assistant in October, leveraging Anthropic's Claude AI models instead of its in-house technology. The decision to use Claude's AI models came after Amazon's internal software reportedly faced performance issues during initial testing, with response times of up to 6-7 seconds. This new "Remarkable" Alexa is expected to offer more advanced capabilities, including complex, context-aware conversations and multi-step task execution. Amazon plans to offer this upgraded version as a paid subscription service, priced between $5 to $10 per month, while maintaining the existing "Classic" Alexa...
read Sep 4, 2024Volkswagen Elevates In-Car AI with ChatGPT-Powered Assistant
Volkswagen introduces enhanced AI voice assistant: Volkswagen is set to launch an improved version of its in-car AI voice assistant, IDA, incorporating ChatGPT and other cloud-based models to provide more comprehensive responses to drivers' queries. Rollout timeline and vehicle availability: The new AI-powered IDA will debut on September 6th, with a phased introduction across Volkswagen's lineup. The 2025 Jetta and Jetta GLI, along with the 82-kWh battery version of the 2024 ID.4, will be the first models to receive the upgraded assistant. Most 2025 Volkswagen models, including the ID.4, ID Buzz, GTI, Golf R, and Tiguan, will feature the new...
read Sep 3, 2024NVIDIA and Oracle Showcase AI Breakthroughs at CloudWorld 2024
NVIDIA and Oracle partner to advance AI and data processing: The two tech giants are joining forces at Oracle CloudWorld 2024 to showcase the latest advancements in accelerated computing for enterprise AI adoption. Event highlights and key technologies: Oracle CloudWorld 2024 will feature demonstrations of NVIDIA's full-stack accelerated computing platform, showcasing its cost and performance benefits. The event will cover NVIDIA's architectures, including Hopper, Ada Lovelace, and the upcoming Blackwell platform, enhanced with NVIDIA NVLink and NVSwitch technologies. NVIDIA's Quantum-X800 InfiniBand and Spectrum-X Ethernet networking platforms for large-scale AI will also be featured. Attendees can explore solutions for improving workload...
read Aug 30, 2024Apple Eyes OpenAI Investment to Boost AI Strategy
Apple's AI strategy evolves: Apple is reportedly considering an investment in OpenAI, signaling a potential shift in its approach to artificial intelligence and deepening its partnership with the ChatGPT creator. The Wall Street Journal reports that Apple may participate in OpenAI's upcoming fundraising round, which values the company at over $100 billion. This move comes as Apple prepares to launch its own AI features, known as Apple Intelligence, later this year. The investment could indicate that Apple is adopting a more flexible stance on AI development and integration. Expanding AI partnerships: Apple's interest in OpenAI is part of a broader...
read Aug 27, 2024Cohere’s Innovative Approach to ‘Business-Only’ AI
AI for enterprise: Cohere's unique approach: Cohere, an AI company founded in 2019, is making waves in the AI market by focusing exclusively on business clients and collaborating with major tech giants. Cohere was founded by college friends Aidan Gomez, Nick Frosst, and Ivan Zhang, with offices in Toronto, San Francisco, New York, and London. The company's mission is to bridge the gap between AI's potential and its real-world applications, particularly in the enterprise sector. Cohere has partnerships with industry leaders like Google, Amazon, Oracle, and Microsoft. The genesis of Cohere: CEO Aidan Gomez's fascination with intelligence and consciousness led...
read Aug 23, 2024California Announces $250M Deal to Fund Journalism and AI Research
A groundbreaking initiative for journalism and AI: California has unveiled a pioneering agreement with tech companies to allocate significant funds to support journalism and advance AI research, marking a first for any U.S. state. The financial commitment: The deal outlines a collective investment of approximately $250 million over a five-year period, with the majority earmarked for news organizations based in California. The program is set to launch in 2025, with an initial allocation of $100 million in its first year. While specific funding sources remain undisclosed, the agreement involves contributions from both taxpayer money and tech companies. The distribution of...
read Aug 23, 2024AI Powers Bayer’s New Agricultural Innovation Platform
Bayer Crop Science's AI-driven agricultural innovation: Bayer Crop Science is developing a cutting-edge data science platform that integrates generative AI capabilities to accelerate the creation of novel agricultural solutions. The new platform, named "Decision Science Ecosystem," is being built on Amazon Web Services (AWS) technologies, including Amazon SageMaker Studio, Amazon Bedrock, and Amazon Q. A collaborative effort between Bayer, Amazon, and Slalom Consulting has been underway for 18 months, involving a team of approximately 10 engineers and executives. The platform aims to replace Bayer's existing 7-year-old data science infrastructure, with production deployment expected in 2025. Key features and capabilities: The...
read Aug 21, 2024OpenAI and Condé Nast Strike Publishing Deal
AI and publishing giants join forces: OpenAI and Condé Nast have entered into a multi-year partnership, granting the AI company access to the publisher's extensive content archive while providing Condé Nast with advanced technology tools. The big picture: This collaboration marks a significant step in OpenAI's expansion into the publishing world and highlights the growing interplay between traditional media companies and tech firms. The partnership allows OpenAI to use Condé Nast's content to improve its AI systems, including ChatGPT. Condé Nast will receive access to OpenAI's technology for various publishing operations, including content creation and advertising. This deal follows similar...
read Aug 21, 2024IBM and the US Tennis Association Are Using AI to Elevate Match Coverage
AI-powered enhancements at the U.S. Open: IBM and the United States Tennis Association (USTA) are set to introduce cutting-edge generative AI features at the 2024 U.S. Open tennis tournament, elevating the fan experience and match coverage to new heights. The collaboration builds upon a partnership spanning over three decades, showcasing IBM's commitment to innovation in sports technology. These AI-driven enhancements aim to provide more comprehensive and timely coverage of all matches, freeing up editorial teams to focus on creating other valuable content. Key AI features unveiled: The new generative AI capabilities are designed to offer fans deeper insights and more...
read Aug 18, 2024Metropolitan Museum of Art and OpenAI Team Up on Interactive AI Fashion Exhibit
AI meets art history: The Metropolitan Museum of Art has partnered with OpenAI to create an innovative AI chatbot named Natalie Potter for their "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" exhibit, blending cutting-edge technology with historical fashion. Natalie Potter is designed as a fictional 1920s socialite, powered by OpenAI's latest AI model, offering museum visitors a unique interactive experience. Visitors can engage with Natalie via text chat on their smartphones, learning about a 1930s wedding dress on display and gaining insights into life during that era. The AI has been meticulously trained on databases of relevant historical information to authentically mimic the...
read Aug 16, 2024USAII® and GBU Partner to Elevate AI Education in India
The United States Artificial Intelligence Institute (USAII®) and Gautam Buddha University (GBU) have forged a partnership to enhance AI education in India, marking a significant step towards preparing students for the evolving technological landscape. Partnership overview: USAII® and GBU signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on August 14, 2024, to collaborate on advancing AI education and empowering students with industry-relevant skills. The MoU was signed by Prof. Ravindra Kumar Sinha, Vice Chancellor of GBU, and Mr. Ajit K Jha, Chief Global Product Partner at USAII®. This collaboration aims to offer cutting-edge AI certification programs and training to GBU students. The...
read Aug 16, 2024SAG-AFTRA Partners with Narrativ to Let Actors License Their Voices for AI
SAG-AFTRA's recent agreement with AI startup Narrativ marks a significant step in regulating the use of AI-generated voices in advertising, offering actors more control and compensation for their digital replicas. A new frontier in voice acting: SAG-AFTRA has partnered with Narrativ, an online platform that enables actors to license their voices for use in AI-generated advertisements. The platform allows SAG-AFTRA members to upload 30-60 second audio samples of their voices, which advertisers can then use to create AI-powered commercials. This collaboration represents a novel approach to integrating AI technology into the entertainment industry while protecting actors' rights and interests. The...
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