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AI spreads fake Australian road rules on headlights

Google search results displayed false information from an AI website about drivers risking a $250 fine for not keeping their headlights on at all times. The New South Wales transport department warns of misinformation about road rules due to the rise of AI, with false claims spreading online.

Boosting ML Training with AWS Batch: A Case Study

Amazon Search optimized GPU instance utilization by leveraging AWS Batch for SageMaker Training jobs, increasing peak GPU-accelerated instance utilization from 40% to over 80%. The managed solution allowed for advanced prioritization criteria, seamless integration, and increased efficiency in model development at Amazon Search.

Mastering the Art of Robot Mapping

MIT researchers have developed a new AI-driven system for search-and-rescue robots to quickly generate accurate 3D maps of complex scenes. The system can process an arbitrary number of images in real-time, making it easier to scale up for real-world applications in disaster scenarios and industrial settings.

Fear of Deepfakes: Hindering Indian Women Online

Artificial intelligence fuels rise in online harassment against women like Gaatha Sarvaiya, creating fear of distorted deepfake images. Sarvaiya, an Indian law graduate, faces challenges building her public profile due to potential misuse of her posted images.

Accelerate Development with Amazon Bedrock AgentCore

Amazon Bedrock AgentCore offers two deployment methods: container-based and direct code deployment (for Python), providing flexibility for developers. Direct code deployment simplifies the process by packaging code and dependencies into a zip archive, benefiting those who prefer not to deal with Docker expertise.

Google's Space Datacentres: Meeting AI Demand

Google plans to launch AI datacenters into space by 2027, using solar-powered satellites to meet increasing demand for AI processing. Engineers aim to deploy about 80 satellites in orbit 400 miles above Earth, taking advantage of falling rocket launch costs.

AI Companies: The Billion-Dollar Brainpower

AI companies hit financial milestones with a $5tn valuation and $100bn quarter, striking deals worth nearly $600bn. Google, Microsoft, and Tesla are among the 200 companies at the massive Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center, spanning tens of thousands of acres in Nevada's desert.

AI Firm Triumphs in High Court Copyright Battle

London AI firm Stability AI, co-founded by James Cameron, wins landmark case against Getty Images over copyright infringement. The ruling is a blow to copyright owners using AI models with copyrighted data without permission.

Navigating AI in K-12 Schools

MIT Teaching Systems Lab's guidebook "A Guide to AI in Schools: Perspectives for the Perplexed" aims to support K-12 educators in navigating the challenges of integrating AI technology into lessons. The project includes insights from over 100 students and teachers, advocating for humility and sparking discussion on the impact of AI on education.

AI Safeguards for Ecosystems

Study from Oregon State University estimates 3,500 animal species at risk of extinction. MIT researchers develop AI algorithms to monitor and protect vulnerable wildlife populations.