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The Purpose Problem: LLM Chatbots

Advancements in LLM-based chatbots are measured by benchmarks like MMLU and HumanEval. Purposeful dialogue, focusing on multi-round conversations with specific goals, could enhance user experience and collaboration with AI.

AI Essentials: Python QuickStart

Python is the go-to language for AI and data science projects. Learn Python basics for AI development with a beginner-friendly QuickStart guide. Coding AI projects is essential, even with tools like ChatGPT, making it easier than ever to learn.

Congressional Voting Records Winnowed with JavaScript

Implementing Winnow binary classification using JavaScript on Congressional Voting Records Dataset, achieving high accuracy and using weights for predictions. The classifier accurately predicts political party based on voting records, showcasing effective binary classification with clear threshold criteria.

AI Chip Rental Prices: China vs US

Chinese cloud providers offer Nvidia AI chips at $6/hour, cheaper than US at $10/hour, indicating easy access despite export restrictions. Abundant Nvidia supply in China leads to lower costs, bypassing US tech measures.

Optimizing Service Utilization with Tabnet and Optuna

Data Scientist shares insights from productionized projects, including forecasting service usage using Tabnet model with Optuna for hyperparameter tuning. Focus on real-world examples for aspiring data scientists and detailed insights for experienced developers.

Pocock Urges Ban on AI Deepfakes in Elections

Government considers regulating AI after David Pocock uses generative AI to fabricate videos of political figures, raising democracy concerns. Senator showcases how AI can mimic and confuse by creating fake videos of Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton supporting a ban on gambling advertising.

Partisan Divide in AI Deepfake Awareness

Research reveals 75% of US voters lack confidence in distinguishing AI-generated images. Democrats and Republicans unite in concerns over AI's impact on elections, calling for stricter regulations on synthetic media.

Streamlining Amazon Bedrock Prompts

Prompt engineering is crucial for maximizing generative AI model responses. Implementing automated prompt evaluation using Amazon Bedrock can enhance AI-generated content quality, user experience, and cost efficiency.

John Lewis Revives Price Match Guarantee

John Lewis brings back "never knowingly undersold" promise using AI to match prices of 25 competitors in-store and online. Includes big names like Marks & Spencer, Boots, Currys, and Amazon.