Chinese state hackers exploited Fortinet's CVE-2022-42475 vulnerability to install stealthy backdoor CoatHanger in Dutch Ministry of Defence. The never-before-seen malware could permanently reside on devices, evade detection, and infect government organizations.
Apple shares surge 7% post unveiling of "Apple Intelligence" AI features for iPhone, potentially adding $200bn to market value.
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MIT PhD student Mark Hamilton aims to teach machines human language using audio-video cues, inspired by penguins. His model DenseAV learns language by matching sounds to visuals, with potential applications in understanding animal communication and geological patterns.
Apple's AI push may spark iPhone 'supercycle' as only most powerful models can handle new Siri features in iOS 18. Users upgrading to iPhone 15 may find limitations on automatic transcription, image generation, and enhanced voice assistant.
Tilda Swinton's new documentary, The Hexagonal Hive and a Mouse in a Maze, explores the future of learning with input from a caterpillar, algorithms, and thinkers from 2016 to 2042. The film is a dreamlike sensory collage touching on neuroscience, education, and work, premiering at Sheffield DocFest.
Teenage boy arrested for circulating fake explicit AI-generated images of 50 female students in regional Victoria. Principal of Bacchus Marsh Grammar confirms the disturbing incident.
DuckDuckGo introduces AI Chat with OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta, and Mistral models for private conversations. Users can test different LLMs without sign-ups, accessing GPT-3.5 Turbo, Claude 3 Haiku, Llama 3, and Mixtral 8x7B for free.
Steve Endacott plans to run as the first "AI MP" in the UK general election, using an artificial intelligence-produced avatar to engage with constituents' questions and concerns. The businessman's innovative approach aims to bring a fresh perspective to politics, challenging the traditional role of politicians in addressing public issues.
US regulators investigate Microsoft, OpenAI, and Nvidia for antitrust violations in AI industry. DOJ and FTC strike deal for thorough investigations, signaling increased scrutiny.
Apple CEO Tim Cook unveiled new generative AI products at WWDC, including "Apple Intelligence" and a partnership with OpenAI. This signals a significant AI-focused pivot for Apple amid pressure to keep up with rivals.
AI-generated deepfake videos of Australian politicians, including Scott Morrison, used in investment scams on Facebook. Politicians like Katy Gallagher and Penny Wong also targeted in the concerning trend.
Code Llama 70B and Mixtral 8x7B are cutting-edge large language models for code generation and understanding, boasting billions of parameters. Developed by Meta and Mistral AI, these models offer unparalleled performance, natural language interaction, and long context support, revolutionizing AI-assisted coding.
Harnessing Monte Carlo algorithms in reinforcement learning to optimize strategies in complex environments. Special methods like ε-greedy policies improve learning efficiency and adaptability to unknown conditions.
Siwei Lyu from DeepFake-o-meter explains human role in spotting fake media. Detection tools provide percent likelihood of AI-generated content.