This week’s AI roundup explores the darker side of AI as it becomes more human-like. OpenAI impresses with ChatGPT’s speech and video features, while Meta announces new AI features for WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook. Sam Altman jokes about AGI achievement, but GPT-4’s voice and image capabilities are astounding. Researchers benefit from AI in data analysis, but AI-written content challenges academia. UK Deputy PM warns of global AI risks, and Microsoft considers nuclear energy for its AI programs. Amazon limits AI-generated book uploads, UPS fights porch piracy with AI, and the CIA develops its own AI tool. Spotify contemplates AI-generated music, and Getty Images enters the generative AI space. Finally, Hollywood contemplates the use of AI in the industry.
Welcome to the roundup of AI news this week
This week, AI showcased its dark side while becoming more human. OpenAI’s ChatGPT impressed us with its new speech and video features. Additionally, the CIA announced its plans for developing its own AI tool while facilitating ethical data usage.
Mirror, mirror, on the wall
As AI grows closer to imitating humans, it uncovers surprising aspects about us. Sam Jeans explores AI’s perspective on our society and even investigates what AI thinks a ‘Crungus’ looks like. Furthermore, Chinese AI live streamers blur the line between real humans during online shopping live streams.
It’s alive!
Sam Altman caused a stir by claiming that AGI had been achieved. While he later dismissed it as a joke, the speculation surrounding AGI and its implications continues. GPT-4’s impressive voice and image features raise expectations for future AI developments.
Action items from the meeting notes:
1. Research Meta’s new generative interactive AI features for potential implementation on our social media platforms.
2. Monitor and stay updated on developments in AGI and GPT models, especially GPT-4’s voice and image features.
3. Explore the possibility of collaborating with Sam Altman and Jony Ive on designing an AI device.
4. Investigate the potential of using AI to streamline research processes for data and references.
5. Consider the ethical implications of AI-generated content in the context of publishing and academia.
6. Stay informed about AI regulations and global risks associated with AI, as highlighted by UK Deputy PM Oliver Dowden.
7. Assess the potential of using AI in improving book writing and combating porch piracy.
8. Monitor the CIA’s development of their own version of ChatGPT and ensure they adhere to legal and ethical data usage.
9. Keep an eye on Spotify’s stance on AI-generated music and any implications for our platform.
10. Stay updated on developments in AI usage in the entertainment industry, particularly in Hollywood.Please note that these action items are suggestions and should be reviewed and assigned to appropriate individuals based on their roles and responsibilities within the organization.
