Billionaire Vinod Khosla, an early AI backer, predicts that AI will have a profound impact on the global economy. He anticipates significant deflation over the next twenty-five years, with traditional economic gauges becoming less relevant. Khosla’s insights stem from his involvement in OpenAI, emphasizing that AI’s potential risks lie elsewhere. The article underscores AI’s imminent…
Google is considering a significant reorganization in its ad sales department, with around 30,000 employees potentially affected. This move is driven by the increasing use of AI to automate ad purchases. The shift towards AI may lead to job displacements and potentially impact the company’s customer sales unit. This restructuring is expected to be officially…
Apple is in discussions with major news publishers to license their news archives, aiming to enhance its AI capabilities. The multiyear deals, potentially worth over $50 million, have received mixed responses from publishers, with concerns about legal liabilities raised. This move aligns with Apple’s significant investment in AI research and development.
Google’s software engineers, Dan Kondratyuk and David Ross, have developed VideoPoet, an advanced AI tool for video generation. It integrates various capabilities into a single large language model (LLM), allowing seamless and coherent video creation. VideoPoet excels in animating still images, editing videos, and generating longer videos while demonstrating impressive evaluation results.
The UK Supreme Court ruled that artificial intelligence cannot be recognized as inventors. Dr. Thaler’s AI creation, DABUS, was denied inventor status for two patents. The court emphasized that inventors must be human, and owning an AI does not grant patent rights. This decision sparks debate on AI’s role in innovation and upholds the law’s…
Midjourney, known for creating AI artwork, can also incorporate text directly into images using prompts. To achieve this, users must access the Midjourney server on Discord, enable V6, and use specific prompts to add text to images. The new V6 model offers enhanced features for prompt lengths and image control, making the storytelling aspect of…
A groundbreaking AI death calculator, “life2vec,” developed by researchers in Denmark and the United States, can predict individual lifespans with 78% accuracy. It analyzes personal details like income, profession, residence, and health history. Despite its predictive power, its use will not inform individuals of their death predictions due to responsibility concerns.
Microsoft’s AI chatbot, Copilot, has partnered with Suno, an AI music startup, to enable users to create songs on demand. By activating the Suno plug-in, users can provide song ideas and receive a 1-2 minute song with lyrics in seconds. While the free version allows sharing on social media, paid users can profit but Suno…
Rumors of OpenAI’s new AI model, GPT-4.5, circulated over the weekend, triggering excitement and skepticism. Social media leaks and user reports fueled speculation, but CEO Sam Altman’s responses added to the confusion. Despite denials, discussions on improved ChatGPT performance and the development of GPT-5 indicate ongoing advancements in AI models, sparking debate within the tech…
OpenAI has unveiled a safety framework for its advanced AI models, allowing the board to override executive decisions on safety matters. This move, reflecting the company’s commitment to responsible deployment of technology, aims to address growing concerns about AI’s impact on society. Backed by Microsoft, OpenAI emphasizes safety assessments and an advisory group to evaluate…
The recent report from ResumeBuilder indicates that 37% of business leaders have witnessed AI replacing workers in their companies in 2023, while Asana’s research highlights the potential for AI to automate 29% of employees’ tasks. Various experts offer perspectives on the impact, with discussions around AI’s potential to create higher-value work and promote “human-centered AI.”…
Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal unveiled ‘Krutrim AI’, a groundbreaking full-stack AI solution in India. The platform excels in understanding and generating content in 20 Indian languages, setting new linguistic inclusivity standards. With a vast training process, it surpasses GPT-4 in supporting Indic languages, heralding a new chapter in AI-driven innovation and cultural expression in India.
AI tools are revolutionizing the HR sector by enhancing efficiency and productivity. Some notable options include JuiceBox, offering AI-powered candidate sourcing and email templates; VanillaHR, providing AI analytics and video interviews; SkillPool, which automates resume screening; Arc, an AI-powered remote job marketplace; HollyHires for talent sourcing; Attract.ai, enabling diverse candidate discovery; and ChatGPT, which aids…
Pope Francis calls for a legally binding international treaty to regulate artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need for a coordinated global approach to AI regulation. He highlights ethical concerns, specifically in AI weapon systems, stating that autonomous weapon systems cannot be considered morally responsible. The Pope’s message was delivered for the Roman Catholic Church’s World Day…
Snapchat has introduced a new feature for its Plus subscribers, allowing them to create AI-generated snaps. This update, available to $3.99 plan users, offers innovative ways to generate and edit images. Additionally, subscribers can access AI selfie features and extend photo backgrounds. These enhancements demonstrate Snapchat’s commitment to integrating AI into its platform.