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Facebook and Instagram Make AI labels Less Prominent on Edited Content
Meta revamps AI content labeling on social platforms: The company is updating how it identifies and labels AI-generated or AI-edited content across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, aiming to provide more nuanced information about the extent of AI involvement in content creation. Key changes to AI labeling: Meta is moving its "AI Info" tag from a prominent position beneath user names to a more discreet menu in the top-right corner of images and videos. Users will now need to actively click on the menu to access information about potential AI-generated or AI-edited content. This change applies to content that has been...
read Sep 12, 2024Google’s AI Fact-Checker Aims to Curb Hallucinations
Google's new AI fact-checking tool: Google has unveiled DataGemma, a tool designed to enhance the accuracy and reliability of large language models by grounding their responses in verifiable data. DataGemma employs two primary methods: Retrieval-Interleaved Generation (RIG) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), both of which leverage Google's Data Commons to verify and augment AI-generated responses. The tool aims to address the persistent issue of AI hallucinations by providing a mechanism for language models to cross-reference their outputs against real-world statistical data. Currently, DataGemma is exclusively available to researchers, with potential plans for broader access pending further testing and refinement. How DataGemma...
read Sep 12, 2024Google Pulls Gemini AI Video Amid Accuracy Concerns
Google's Gemini AI demo video scrutinized: Google has voluntarily unlisted a promotional video for its Gemini AI model following an inquiry by an advertising watchdog regarding the accuracy of the demo's depiction of the AI's capabilities. The video, posted in December, showcased Gemini responding to various spoken prompts, including identifying parts of drawings and creating a geography game on the fly. BBB National Programs' National Advertising Division (NAD) questioned whether the video accurately represented Gemini's performance in responding to user voice and video prompts. Google chose to end the inquiry by ceasing promotion of the video, effectively acknowledging potential discrepancies...
read Sep 12, 2024New Research Breakthrough Makes Neural Networks More Understandable
A breakthrough in neural network transparency: Researchers have developed a new type of neural network called Kolmogorov-Arnold networks (KANs) that offer enhanced interpretability and transparency compared to traditional multilayer perceptron (MLP) networks. KANs are based on a mathematical theorem from the 1950s by Andrey Kolmogorov and Vladimir Arnold, providing a solid theoretical foundation for their architecture. Unlike MLPs that use numerical weights, KANs employ nonlinear functions on the edges between nodes, allowing for more precise representation of certain functions. The key innovation came when researchers expanded KANs beyond two layers, experimenting with up to six layers to improve their capabilities....
read Sep 12, 2024Tech Leaders and White House Convene to Tackle AI’s Energy Challenges
AI industry leaders convene at the White House: Top executives from major AI companies are set to meet with senior US officials to address the growing energy demands of artificial intelligence. Sam Altman of OpenAI, Ruth Porat from Google, and Dario Amodei of Anthropic are among the tech leaders expected to attend the unprecedented gathering. The meeting aims to discuss strategies for powering the AI boom while maintaining US leadership in the field and ensuring sustainability. This gathering highlights the increasing need to confront the challenges posed by AI's rapid development, particularly its impact on energy consumption and infrastructure. Key...
read Sep 12, 2024Zoho Releases AI-Powered Analytics to Boosts Business Intelligence
AI-powered upgrade revolutionizes Zoho Analytics: Zoho Corporation has released an enhanced version of its self-service business intelligence and analytics platform, Zoho Analytics, featuring over 100 improvements including advanced AI and machine learning capabilities. Key enhancements and features: The new Zoho Analytics introduces significant upgrades across four primary areas: Data Management, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science & Machine Learning (DSML), and Extensibility. The Data Management Hub now includes Stream Analytics and 25 additional data connectors, expanding its connector portfolio to over 500. Users can create and manage complex ETL data pipelines using a visual builder or the new Python Code Studio. The...
read Sep 12, 2024Why Good Data is the Foundation for Success in the AI Era
Generative AI's success hinges on high-quality data: Organizations face challenges in preparing and processing data effectively for AI initiatives. The data dilemma: Many businesses struggle with data preparation for AI projects, leading to potential setbacks in their artificial intelligence initiatives. Gartner analysts predict that at least 30% of generative AI projects will be abandoned after proof of concept through 2025, with poor data quality cited as a primary reason. Having data ready for AI can drive greater business outcomes by 20%, according to Gartner Senior Director Analyst Roxane Edijlala. Organizations often lack clarity on how to prepare their data, especially...
read Sep 12, 2024Samsung Slashes Global Workforce Amid AI Chip Boom
Global workforce reduction at Samsung: Samsung, the South Korean tech giant, is reportedly implementing significant layoffs across its global operations, affecting up to 30% of employees in some divisions by the end of 2024. Scale of the layoffs: The workforce reduction is expected to impact various departments and regions within Samsung's extensive global network. Sales and marketing departments are reportedly facing a 15% reduction, potentially affecting over 3,700 employees out of the approximately 25,000 staff in these areas. Administrative staff may see cuts of up to 30%. The layoffs are expected to affect employees across Samsung divisions in the Americas,...
read Sep 12, 2024Do AI Models Have a Subconscious?
The emergence of AI consciousness: Large language models (LLMs) exhibit behaviors reminiscent of human subconscious processes, prompting exploration into the hidden layers and decision-making patterns of artificial intelligence. Hidden layers as AI's subconscious: LLMs process information through multiple layers of abstract computation, mirroring the human subconscious in their opaque decision-making processes. These hidden layers represent a form of latent knowledge, similar to how the human subconscious stores experiences and memories that influence behavior. The exact path an LLM takes to reach a specific conclusion is often hidden within the depths of its architecture, much like how humans are not always...
read Sep 12, 2024Smartphone Makers are Increasing RAM to Accommodate On-Device AI
AI-driven RAM boost in smartphones: Apple's iPhone 16 lineup and Google's Pixel 9 series are leading a trend of increased RAM in smartphones, primarily to support on-device artificial intelligence features. Apple's iPhone 16 models now come with 8GB of RAM, up from 6GB in last year's base models, as discovered by MacRumors. Google's Pixel 9 series has also seen a RAM increase, with 12GB now being the minimum across all models. The RAM boost is largely attributed to the memory-intensive nature of AI models, which require quick access to stay responsive. The relationship between AI and RAM: On-device AI features...
read Sep 12, 2024An Inside Look into the AI that May Predict and Prepare for Future Pandemics
Artificial Intelligence's role in pandemic preparedness: AI is emerging as a potential tool to help predict, detect, and respond to future global pandemics, with researchers and organizations developing various applications to enhance preparedness. Experts predict a one in four chance of another Covid-19 scale outbreak occurring within the next decade, highlighting the urgency of developing effective pandemic response strategies. Researchers from the University of California, Irvine (UCI) and the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) are working on an AI-based early warning system that analyzes social media posts to predict future pandemics. The project builds upon a searchable database of...
read Sep 12, 2024Asian AI Chip Stocks Surge as Nvidia CEO Forecasts Massive Demand
AI chip industry surges on Nvidia CEO's optimistic outlook: Jensen Huang's bullish comments at a recent conference have sparked renewed enthusiasm in the AI chip market, leading to significant gains for Asian chipmaking stocks. Nvidia shares rallied 8% following Huang's remarks about the overwhelming demand for the company's products, describing it as "so great" that it "is really emotional for people." The positive sentiment spilled over to Asian markets, with major chip-related companies experiencing substantial gains. Asian chipmakers ride the wave: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp (TSMC) and Hon Hai Precision Industry (Foxconn) saw significant stock price increases, reflecting the broader...
read Sep 12, 2024Jina AI Unveils Compact Models for Superior Web Content Processing
Innovative approach to web content processing: Jina AI has introduced two small language models, Reader-LM-0.5B and Reader-LM-1.5B, designed to convert raw HTML from the web into clean markdown format. These multilingual models support context lengths up to 256K tokens, despite their compact sizes of 494M and 1.54B parameters, respectively. The models demonstrate superior performance in HTML-to-markdown conversion tasks compared to larger language models, while maintaining a significantly smaller footprint. Training methodology and data: The development of Reader-LM involved a two-stage training process utilizing a substantial dataset of HTML-markdown pairs. The models were trained on 2.5 billion tokens of HTML-markdown pairs,...
read Sep 12, 2024What to Know about Apple AI Features and When You Can Use Them
Apple's AI revolution: Apple is set to introduce a wide array of intelligence features across its devices, significantly enhancing user experience and productivity. Writing Tools and Summaries: These features, slated for release in iOS 18.1 in October, will revolutionize text-based interactions on compatible devices. Writing Tools will enable users to proofread, rewrite text in different tones, generate quick replies, and summarize conversations. The Summaries feature will condense group chats, emails, and web articles, as well as prioritize notifications for more efficient information processing. These features will be available on iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max, iPhone 16 series, iPads, and Macs with...
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 12, 2024Sony to Invest Billions into Original Content with Keen Eye on Anime and AI
Sony's strategic shift towards animation content: The Japanese tech giant is redirecting billions into producing original content, with a significant focus on animated content, particularly anime. Sony's chief financial officer Hiroki Totoki acknowledges the company's lack of fostered IP from the beginning stages, which is seen as a critical issue. The company aims to leverage its Crunchyroll streaming service and PlayStation Network to expand its presence in the animation market. Despite Sony's roots in consumer electronics, approximately 60% of its annual revenue now comes from games, films, and music. Crunchyroll's ambitious growth plans: Sony's anime streaming service Crunchyroll currently releases...
read Sep 12, 2024EU Watchdog Probes Google’s AI Model for Privacy Risks
EU privacy watchdog scrutinizes Google's AI model: The European Union's data protection authorities have launched an inquiry into Google's Pathways Language Model 2 (PaLM2), raising concerns about its compliance with the bloc's stringent data privacy regulations. The Irish Data Protection Commission, acting as Google's lead regulator in the EU due to the company's European headquarters being in Dublin, is spearheading the investigation. The inquiry is part of a broader initiative by EU regulators to examine how AI systems handle personal data, reflecting the growing intersection of artificial intelligence and data privacy concerns. The investigation specifically focuses on whether Google has...
read Sep 12, 2024Apple Has Shared the First Image from Its Upcoming Image Playground Feature
Apple's AI-powered image generation makes its public debut: Apple has shared the first real-world example of an image created using its upcoming Image Playground feature, showcasing the company's foray into AI-generated visuals. The image, shared exclusively with WIRED, depicts Craig Federighi's dog Bailey wearing a party hat and smiling behind a birthday cake. This marks the first time Apple has released an Image Playground creation outside of its marketing materials and keynotes. The image was created by Federighi, Apple's senior vice president of software engineering, as a birthday tribute to his dog. iOS 18's AI-powered features: The upcoming mobile operating...
read Sep 12, 2024Adobe is Positioning Firefly Video as Essential Tool for Modern Editors
AI-powered video generation enters a new era: Adobe's announcement of its Firefly Video AI model marks a significant advancement in the rapidly evolving field of AI-generated video content. The new model, built upon Adobe's existing Firefly generative AI image models, will offer text-to-video, image-to-video, and video editing capabilities. Adobe claims the model is ethically trained and commercially safe, using only data it owns or has licensed from Adobe Stock contributors. The Firefly Video Model will be available in beta later this year, with interested parties able to join a waitlist for early access. Impressive capabilities and potential applications: Early examples...
read Sep 12, 2024New Gemini Feature from Google Lets You Create Your Own AI Chatbot
Gemini's new Gems feature revolutionizes AI assistance: Google's Gemini AI has introduced a groundbreaking feature called Gems, allowing users to create personalized AI chatbots tailored to specific tasks and interests. What you need to know: Gems are customized versions of Gemini, each with its own unique personality and purpose, designed to streamline interactions for specific tasks. Users can create specialized AI assistants for various purposes, such as learning a language, planning vacations, or providing household cleaning tips. The feature aims to make AI interactions more efficient and personalized by focusing on specific areas of expertise. Gems are currently available only...
read Sep 12, 2024MIT AI Risk Database Catalogs 750+ Threats to Innovation
Comprehensive AI risk database unveiled: MIT and University of Queensland researchers have created a groundbreaking repository cataloging over 750 AI-related risks, providing a crucial resource for understanding and mitigating potential dangers associated with artificial intelligence. The big picture: The AI Risk Repository, a free and publicly accessible database, aims to address gaps in current understanding of AI risks and foster more effective risk mitigation strategies across various sectors. The project was led by Peter Slattery, PhD, from MIT FutureTech, who emphasized the importance of identifying fragmented knowledge in AI risk assessment. Researchers utilized systematic searches, expert input, and a "best...
read Sep 12, 2024Hume’s AI Assistants Bring Emotional Intelligence to LLMs
Hume AI's new "empathic voice interface" EVI 2 brings emotional intelligence to large language models, enabling AI assistants to speak more naturally and respond to users' emotions. Breakthrough in AI communication: EVI 2 adds emotionally expressive voices and emotion recognition capabilities to language models from major tech companies, marking a significant advance in human-AI interaction. The technology allows AI assistants to adopt appropriate emotional tones, such as speaking solemnly when delivering sad news. EVI 2 can measure a range of emotions in users' voices, including determination, anxiety, and happiness. Developers can deploy AI voices with specific emotional states using prompts,...
read Sep 11, 2024How SMB Leaders are Using Generative AI for Strategic Planning
The rise of generative AI in strategic planning: Generative AI is emerging as a powerful tool for business leaders, particularly in smaller companies, to enhance their strategic planning processes and decision-making capabilities. The potential of generative AI to revolutionize business decision-making has captured the attention of the business community, with some industry leaders predicting a new era of unprecedented possibilities. Smaller companies, in particular, are exploring the application of generative AI in strategic planning, recognizing its potential to provide valuable insights and overcome human biases. Case studies reveal AI's strengths and limitations: An examination of two disguised case studies highlights...
read Sep 11, 2024Bumble to Harness AI to Boost Dating Success and User Experience
AI-powered dating on Bumble: Bumble CEO Lidiane Jones announced plans to integrate AI tools into the popular dating app, aiming to enhance user experience and streamline the process of finding love. The new AI features will focus on profile creation and conversation support, making it easier for users to take the first step in their online dating journey. AI assistance in selecting profile photos is a key feature, similar to what competitor Tinder is also pursuing, potentially setting a new standard in dating apps. The company aims to reduce user anxiety and friction in creating profiles while maintaining high-quality standards....
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