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Mastering Deep Quantile Forecasting

Quantile forecasting predicts distribution extremes for better decision-making in sectors like finance and supply chain management. Tensorflow, NeuralForecast, and Zero-shot LLMs offer advanced models for precise quantile estimates, enhancing operational efficiency.

VerifAI: Biomedical QA with Verified Answers

VerifAI project, funded by the EU, creates a unique generative search engine for biomedical domain using LLMs. Focus on hallucination detection sets it apart from other RAG-based products, addressing the issue of misleading text.

Microsoft CTO Stands Firm on LLM Scaling Laws

Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott emphasizes the potential of large language model scaling laws in driving AI progress. Scott played a crucial role in the $13 billion technology-sharing deal between Microsoft and OpenAI, highlighting the impact of scaling up model size and training data on AI capabilities.

Call for Investigation: NDAs at OpenAI

OpenAI whistleblowers seek investigation into restrictive contracts requiring permission to contact regulators, potentially stifling concerns about the company. Non-disclosure agreements at OpenAI under scrutiny for potential repercussions on employees raising issues with federal authorities.

The Influence of Conspiracy Theories on Politics

Renée DiResta, former Stanford Internet Observatory manager, delves into online propaganda in her new book. She highlights the evolution of propaganda and its impact on society, emphasizing the need for a more accurate diagnosis of the issue.

The Rise of Autonomous Weapons

AI-enabled weapons are on the rise in military use, with companies like Elbit Systems leading the way in developing lethal autonomous drones. The industry is booming as defense companies showcase their advancements in AI technology for combat purposes.