MIT researchers find machine-learning models fail when applied to new data, raising concerns about reliability and potential biases. Models trained in one setting may perform poorly in another, highlighting the need for rigorous testing and addressing spurious correlations in various fields.
State mental health services are lacking, prompting individuals like Viola di Grado to turn to AI therapists for help in a society unsure of the boundaries of digital therapy. The intimacy of AI therapy falls between real psychotherapy and casual advice sharing, sparking a new kind of conversation.
ChatGPT by OpenAI sees 40M daily healthcare queries. New Australian health feature connects records for personalized responses.
Linear regression prediction equation explained, with training methods like stochastic gradient descent and matrix pseudo-inverse. Demo shows poor accuracy due to complex data, but linear regression is a solid starting point for comparison with advanced techniques like neural networks.
Suno, a $2.45bn AI music company, creates songs from text prompts. CEO Mikey Shulman envisions interactive music as 'the format of the future.'
Government, Bank of England, and FCA under fire for 'wait-and-see' stance on AI risks in finance, risking harm to consumers and financial system. MPs slam regulators for failing to address dangers posed by artificial intelligence in new report.
AI-created song "I Know, You’re Not Mine" by singer Jacub ruled ineligible for Swedish chart after AI elements revealed. The hit topped Spotify rankings in Sweden.
Millions of children face online exploitation risks, despite 'Stranger Danger' warnings. Most abuse comes from known individuals, not strangers.
OpenAI's flagship AI product, ChatGPT, will now feature ads alongside answers for US users to generate additional revenue. The San Francisco firm is testing this new cashflow model amid growing speculation about diversifying its income beyond subscriptions.
Tech giants like Amazon, Meta, and X hold daily meetings with government officials, overshadowing child safety and copyright advocates. Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Elon Musk's X, including controversial Grok AI, enjoy extensive political access, raising concerns among campaigners.
Malaysia bans Grok over explicit image concerns; experts warn VPNs make tech access difficult. Grok easily bypasses Malaysian DNS block with VPN.
Advanced fine-tuning techniques have led to significant reductions in errors and human effort at Amazon, with up to 96% accuracy improvements in content quality. High-stakes applications often require advanced fine-tuning for production-grade performance, driving higher ROI and growth for organizations.
Yoshua Bengio warns AGI progress may halt, leading to financial crash. Trillions at stake in datacentres, Nvidia, and OpenAI bonuses.
Ed Zitron's blunt skepticism has made him a cult figure in the tech world, challenging AI boosterism. With a popular newsletter and podcast, he's become a leading voice for AI skeptics.
Sadiq Khan warns of AI causing mass unemployment in London's white-collar industries in Mansion House speech. Capital faces major job losses unless action is taken now.