Russian President Putin faced an AI-generated deep fake version of himself during a public Q&A. The incident sparked amusement as the AI posed a question on twins and the dangers of AI. Deep fake technology targets political leaders and celebrities, perpetuating fraud and fueling conflict. Putin also addressed rumors of his health and the use…
AI has become a powerful tool for conservation, aiding in the monitoring of rare species, preventing pollution, and tracking animal movement. Whale conservationist Ted Cheeseman’s company, HappyWhale, uses AI to enhance whale watching by identifying whales from photos. This approach reflects a broader trend of using AI to empower public participation in wildlife identification and…
Oxford University encourages Economics and Management students to use AI tools like ChatGPT for essay drafting, emphasizing the need for critical thinking and fact-checking. Educators express concerns about AI’s potential influence and students’ tendency to use it regardless of guidelines. The university cautiously embraces AI, recognizing its growing relevance while also setting clear boundaries for…
Google recently unveiled Duet AI for Developers, an AI-powered coding tool, and AI Studio for Gemini API development. Duet AI streamlines coding and integrates with Google’s services, facilitating a smoother coding experience. Additionally, AI Studio offers a user-friendly platform for developing apps and chatbots with Gemini model APIs. Both tools demonstrate Google’s commitment to AI…
LimeWire, known for music piracy in the early 2000s, shut down in 2010 due to copyright violations. Now, it’s returned as an AI music generation platform. It allows users to create music and images and enables them to share in the ad revenue in $LMWR crypto token. However, its controversial history raises concerns about its…
Some ChatGPT users have noticed it being less responsive and offering shorter explanations. OpenAI acknowledges the issue and is investigating. There are speculations that ChatGPT’s behavior is influenced by seasonal changes, with experiment results showing shorter responses with a December date. However, not all researchers agree, awaiting OpenAI’s feedback. (49 words)
Mistral AI, a French startup, challenges Big Tech with its open-source language models, gaining attention and respect despite limited resources. Its Mixtral model competes with Meta and OpenAI, causing industry experts to reassess its potential. However, concerns arise over the impact of the EU AI Act on Mistral and other European AI companies, potentially hindering…
The European Chatbot & Conversational AI Summit 2024 will be held in Edinburgh, Scotland, on March 12-14. The event will focus on the latest trends and applications in AI and chatbots and offer comprehensive sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities. Featuring an impressive lineup of 50+ speakers from industry, policy, and academia, the summit promises to…