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Enhance Video Search with AI on Amazon SageMaker

Semantic video search using large vision models enables users to search for video content with natural language queries, enhancing content discovery and moderation. Large vision models like CLIP allow for zero-shot transfer to various computer vision tasks, revolutionizing video search performance.

Amazon's Robot Delivery Revolution

Amazon is creating software for humanoid robots to serve as delivery workers, potentially 'springing out' of vans. The $2tn tech giant is establishing a 'humanoid park' in the US to test these innovative robots.

AI Anxiety: English-Speaking Countries on Edge

English-speaking countries like the UK, US, Australia, and Canada are more anxious about AI, while the largest EU economies are more excited, reflecting trust in government regulation. Global split over AI's "wonder and worry" seems linked to varying levels of trust in government regulation of the technology.

Summer Gaming: 25 New Titles on GeForce NOW!

GeForce NOW offers a summer of gaming with 25 new titles, including exclusive access to Funcom's Dune: Awakening. Enjoy a 40% off Summer Sale for top-tier performance on any device, with new games coming throughout June.

Efficient Kernel Ridge Regression in C#

Kernel ridge regression (KRR) uses a kernel function for complex non-linear data, producing accurate predictions. Training a KRR model involves finding weights using closed-form techniques with a matrix inverse.

Unleashing Anthropic's Power with Amazon Bedrock

Developers enhance large language models with contextual retrieval, improving responses by adding chunk-specific explanatory context to each chunk before generating embeddings. This method mitigates the limitations of traditional RAG systems by preserving dependencies between clauses, enabling more accurate and nuanced answers.

AI Fortune Telling in Thailand

Young Thais are increasingly using AI tools like ChatGPT for relationship advice, receiving insightful recommendations from a non-human source. Whan's experience highlights the shift towards technology-driven fortune telling in Thailand.

AI firms face backlash over use of copyrighted material

BBC director general and Sky boss oppose copyright proposal allowing tech firms access to creative works without permission, threatening £125bn sector value. Creative industry calls for opt-in rule and licensing deals to protect copyrights from AI legislation.

AI aiding Abba star in musical creation

Abba's Björn Ulvaeus uses AI to write new musical, highlighting technology's role in breaking creative barriers at SXSW London. The 80-year-old musician reveals AI's impact on his creative process, emphasizing its help in crafting a new musical.