OpenAI CEO's controversial post, Google's Gemini updates with improved models, 7% performance boost on benchmarks.
Next AI summit to prioritize environment impact and job implications, potentially ranking greenest AI firms. Proposal includes rating AI companies based on ecological footprint and expanding global AI governance initiatives.
OpenAI, creator of ChatGPT, now valued at $157bn, secures $6.6bn in funding from investors like Nvidia and SoftBank. Startup plans to transition to a for-profit model, led by Thrive Capital in latest funding round.
Tech companies like Salesforce and Hubspot are pushing AI agents, but the market is full of "botshit". The key question is, are fully autonomous AI agents truly the best solution for users?
Misinformation online is rampant, and the rise of generative AI like ChatGPT poses new risks for spreading fake news. Social media has made it easier for troublemakers to deceive us, highlighting the importance of being vigilant online.
MIT's Department of Political Science launches the Strengthening Democracy Initiative to combat democratic erosion worldwide. The initiative focuses on election science, public opinion, and aims to position MIT as a leading center for rigorous analysis of democratic resiliency.
Data democratization is a riddle old-school data experts have been trying to solve. OpenAI's ChatGPT and Code Interpreter are revolutionizing data analytics, potentially changing the role of data analysts.
NVIDIA's AI Summit in Washington, D. C. , brings industry leaders together to explore AI's potential in healthcare, cybersecurity, and more. Key sessions include insights on AI for good, workforce development, and collaborations with governments to expand AI education.
MIT researchers develop Future You, an AI system enabling users to interact with a virtual version of their future selves. Users reported decreased anxiety and stronger future self connection after a half-hour interaction, showing promise in decision-making impact.
In the 2024 Argentine Tango World Championship, statistical analysis reveals bias between judging panels, with Panel 1 negatively biased and Panel 2 positively biased. Despite limitations in data and judge representation, the competition remains a prestigious platform for dancers worldwide.
Amazon and AWS introduce voice-guided chatbots powered by Anthropic Claude on Amazon Bedrock, enhancing accessibility and usability for people with motor disabilities. The innovative solution enables natural conversations and personalized support through conversational interfaces, revolutionizing automated assistance across industries.
Byl's Loop, a simplified version of Langton's Loop, has six states and replicates itself. Significant errors in the transition rules were found in the original paper, leading to corrections and improved understanding.
Man charged for hacking into Office365 accounts of executives to trade stocks, earning $3.75 million. SEC pursuing civil suit against UK national Robert B. Westbrook for cyber fraud in stock trading scheme.
OpenAI unveils major API updates at DevDay 2024 in San Francisco, London, and Singapore, including Realtime API for speech-to-speech conversations with six preset voices. Developers can now streamline voice assistant creation with a single API call, eliminating the need for multiple models.
Amazon Monitron, AWS's ML service for industrial equipment monitoring, will no longer be available to new customers after Oct 31, 2024. Existing customers can continue using the service until July 2025, with no new features planned. Explore alternative solutions through AWS Partner Network for specific monitoring needs.