Discover six top articles from the past week, curated for your weekend reading pleasure. Stay informed and entertained with these must-read pieces.
ManticAI excels in Metaculus Cup, sparking debate on AI vs human forecasting accuracy. Former Google DeepMind researcher co-founded British startup ranks 8th in international competition.
AI agents are now strategic partners in decision-making, requiring careful selection and training for specific tasks. Connecting agents to data sources is crucial for accurate, context-aware responses and preserving institutional knowledge within organizations.
Amazon Bedrock batch inference offers cost-efficient bulk processing for large datasets, ideal for historical data analysis and text summarization. New features include expanded model support and performance enhancements, with job monitoring capabilities to optimize efficiency.
New AI tool predicts 1,000 diseases risk. Bringing back the dodo or Neanderthal? Intriguing possibilities.
Massive Attack pulls music from Spotify over CEO's military AI investments. They join No Music for Genocide campaign against Israel.
AWS Deep Learning Containers (DLCs) and managed MLflow on Amazon SageMaker AI offer a solution for organizations with specialized ML requirements. DLCs provide preconfigured Docker containers with optimized frameworks, while SageMaker managed MLflow streamlines lifecycle management with enhanced capabilities.
Amazon Bedrock introduces Stability AI Image Services, offering 9 tools for precise image creation and editing. Strong prompts control elements like tone and texture, maximizing visual outcomes for professional needs.
Italy passes law regulating AI use, including prison terms for harm like deepfakes, limits child access. Giorgia Meloni's government aligns with EU's AI Act, setting precedent for AI regulation.
Study at University of Cambridge examines impact of AI toys on children's development and privacy rights. Questions raised about AI toys affirming love, sharing conversations, and interpreting social cues.
OpenAI's ChatGPT sparked widespread integration of generative AI in various industries. MIT's MGAIC Symposium explores future potential and ethical challenges of generative AI, focusing on developing world models for smarter AI systems.
Jonny Geller warns of AI threat to storytelling craft. UK publishing industry faces copyright challenges from big tech.
OpenAI restricts ChatGPT responses for suspected under-18 users after legal action. CEO Sam Altman emphasizes safety over privacy for teens.
Scientists from EMBL, German Cancer Research Centre, and University of Copenhagen create Delphi-2M AI tool predicting 1,000+ diseases and health changes 10 years ahead using diagnoses, lifestyle factors, and 'medical events'. The generative AI tool utilizes algorithmic concepts from large language models for accurate forecasts.
Meta introduces Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses with built-in screen for AR, classic design, camera, speakers, and microphone. First mainstream brand to offer heads-up display since Google Glass, allows translation, info display, and directions.