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Video Game Actors Protest AI Use in Hollywood

Over 300 performers picket at Warner Bros Studios against top gaming companies for neglecting union workers' protection. AI poses a significant challenge in negotiations, says Sag-Aftra national executive director.

AI in Argentina: Predicting Crimes or Violating Rights?

Argentina's President Javier Milei establishes AI security unit to predict crimes using machine-learning algorithms and facial recognition software, sparking concerns over citizens' rights. The unit will analyze historical crime data, patrol social media, and monitor security camera footage for suspicious activities.

New Bill Extends Digital Replication Rights for 70 Years After Death

Senators Coons, Blackburn, Klobuchar, and Tillis introduce the NO FAKES Act to combat unauthorized AI-generated replicas of voices and likenesses. Legislation aims to hold individuals and companies accountable for creating and sharing digital replicas without consent, addressing concerns over the rise of generative AI technology.

Striving for Gold: Olympic Performance Optimization

MIT startup Striv developed tactile sensing technology for shoe inserts, used by elite athletes like USA marathoner Clayton Young and Jamaican Olympian Damar Forbes. Founder Axl Chen aims to bring this tech to the public after Paris 2024 Olympics, following success in VR gaming and interest from various industries.

Rising Scam Threat: Brace Yourself

AI is making it easier for scammers to fool anyone, even tech-savvy individuals like Arwa Mahdawi in NYC. The story highlights the growing sophistication of AI in perpetuating scams, posing a challenge for individuals to stay vigilant.

Revolutionizing Home Robotics with Real-to-Sim Learning

MIT CSAIL researchers developed RialTo, a system that creates digital twins for training robots in specific environments faster and more effectively. RialTo improved robot performance by 67% in various tasks, handling disturbances and distractions with ease.

AI Recipe Fails: A Taste Test Disaster

AI is now writing cookbooks like Teresa J Blair's, with catchy titles and mouthwatering recipes. In just over a week, Teresa published four books, raising the question: Can AI truly replicate human chefs?

Supercharging AI with NVIDIA's RTX-Powered Tools

NVIDIA showcases latest AI technologies at SIGGRAPH, including interactive digital human "James" powered by NVIDIA ACE. RTX GPUs drive immersive experiences and AI advancements for creators with enhanced content-creation tools like RTX Video HDR.

Measuring Success: Classification Model Metrics

Machine learning model predictions in credit card fraud detection evaluated using confusion matrix and metrics. Understanding true positives, false positives, false negatives, and true negatives crucial for model performance assessment.

Revolutionizing Ride-Hailing with NVIDIA and Zoox

NVIDIA and Zoox CEOs discuss AV innovation and collaboration, highlighting Zoox's unique robotaxi design and use of NVIDIA technology for autonomous capabilities. Zoox's simulation-driven approach, powered by NVIDIA GPUs, accelerates AV development and enhances safety and performance of its robotaxis.

ChatGPT wows testers with advanced voice mode

OpenAI introduces Advanced Voice Mode for ChatGPT Plus subscribers, enabling natural, real-time conversations with AI. Users impressed by feature's responsiveness, emotional cues, and realistic voice simulations.

Tech Stocks: AI Boom Debate

Investors show uncertainty in tech stocks as Nvidia and Microsoft shares dip, while other chip stocks rise. Fears of overblown AI excitement lead to Nvidia's 7% drop, raising concerns over the direction of growth for key companies.