MIT CSAIL researchers developed MAIA, an automated agent that interprets AI vision models, labels components, cleans classifiers, and detects biases. MAIA's flexibility allows it to answer various interpretability queries and design experiments on the fly.
Large Language Models (LLMs) are too big for consumer hardware, requiring GPUs with large VRAM. Quantization is a key technique to make LLMs smaller, improving efficiency and reducing memory usage.
Researchers at the University of Hull developed a method to detect AI-generated deepfake images by analyzing reflections in human eyes. This technique utilizes tools from astronomy to scrutinize the consistency of light reflections in eyeballs, potentially revolutionizing deepfake detection.
AI and accelerated computing by NVIDIA are enhancing energy efficiency across industries, recognized by Lisbon Council Research. Transitioning to GPU-accelerated systems can save over 40 terawatt-hours of energy annually, with real-world examples like Murex and Wistron showcasing significant gains in energy consumption and productivity.
Master Cargo.toml formatting rules to avoid frustration. Rust's consistency compared to JavaScript, with surprises in Cargo.toml explained in 9 wats and wat nots.
Llama 3.1's multilingual LLMs, available on Amazon SageMaker JumpStart, offer optimized generative AI models for developers and businesses. SageMaker JumpStart provides access to pre-trained foundation models, allowing for customization and secure deployment in a dedicated VPC environment.
IWF warns of rise in AI-generated child sexual abuse videos due to widespread AI tools. Majority involve manipulating existing material, with some entirely AI-made videos.
Russia-based hackers targeted a heating utility in Lviv, Ukraine, switching off heat to hundreds of buildings in the midst of winter. Industrial cybersecurity firm Dragos discovered the malware used to directly sabotage the heating infrastructure, leaving civilians in sub-zero temperatures for 48 hours.
Generative AI poses a threat to public discourse and political accountability, as demonstrated by the recent AI-generated video of Steven Miles on TikTok. The uncanny features and unsettling details of the video highlight the ongoing concerns about the use of deepfakes in politics.
MIT researchers propose evaluating large language models based on alignment with human beliefs. Misalignment can lead to unexpected failures, especially in high-stakes situations.
Ireland's datacentres consumed more electricity than urban homes in 2022, raising concerns about climate targets. The country's datacentres used 21% of its electricity, a 20% increase from the previous year, per the Central Statistics Office.
Machine-learning models can improve fairness by introducing randomization, preventing systemic injustices in resource allocation. Researchers from MIT and Northeastern University present a framework for introducing randomization without sacrificing efficiency or accuracy.
LightGBM used for anomaly detection in Autoencoder class. Models predict values based on other columns to identify anomalies.
NVIDIA AI Foundry helps businesses create custom AI models tailored to their industry needs, with support from leading companies like Amdocs and Capital One. The service includes foundation models, accelerated computing, expert support, and a partner ecosystem to drive AI innovation.
Meta introduces Llama 3.1 405B AI model, claiming it competes with OpenAI and Anthropic in various tasks. The new open-source system is set to challenge established competitors in the AI field.