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Video Conversations

Large language models (LLMs) can now process text, images, and audio, opening up new possibilities in education and business. gpt-4o is the first true multimodal LLM, allowing for natural interaction with video content and creation of personalized learning materials.

The Dream Hotel: AI Mind Reading

In a powerful dystopian novel longlisted for the Women’s prize, Sara Hussein is jailed for her potential to commit crimes based on an AI security system. Despite being a seemingly ordinary museum archivist, Sara's "risk score" lands her in a women's retention center where her fate lies in the hands of her guards.

Revolutionizing Game Design with AI on Amazon Bedrock

Generative AI, led by Stability AI's SD3.5 Large model, is transforming game environment creation with high-quality, diverse image generation. This innovation accelerates design cycles and empowers users to create immersive virtual worlds, promising a new era of AI-assisted gaming creativity.

Sailing with the MIT Maritime Consortium

The MIT Maritime Consortium aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the maritime shipping industry through innovative technologies and interdisciplinary research. Led by MIT professors Sapsis and Christia, the consortium includes key industry players and focuses on areas such as nuclear technology, autonomous operation, cybersecurity, and 3D printing for onboard manufacturing.

Python-Powered Uncertainty in Machine Learning

ML Uncertainty: a Python package addressing the lack of uncertainty quantification in popular ML software. Designed to estimate uncertainties in predictions with only a few lines of code, making it computationally inexpensive and applicable to real-world scenarios with limited data.

Unlocking the Potential of Multimodal AI

Artificial intelligence advancements, like OpenAI's GPT-4o models, show potential in understanding and analyzing various images. Tests reveal impressive capabilities in processing complex visual data, offering a glimpse into the future of AI applications.

Loneliness Linked to Heavy ChatGPT Usage

Research from OpenAI and the MIT Media Lab reveals heavy ChatGPT users are lonelier and emotionally dependent on the AI tool. Only a small number engage emotionally, but they rely on it more.

Tech Hurdles: Government AI Struggles

The Public Accounts Committee warns of risks to government efficiency from outdated technology and digital skills shortages. Over 20 legacy IT systems still lack funding for improvement, hindering AI integration efforts.