Generative artificial intelligence has revolutionized how professionals delegate tasks, freeing them to focus on higher-value activities. However, concerns about copyright infringement are casting a shadow over this advancement, according to consulting firm Gartner. Generative AI models, like ChatGPT, rely on vast amounts of data from the internet, potentially incorporating content without explicit permission from […]
Adobe has unveiled the latest version of its Adobe Express app in beta, enhancing the mobile content creation experience by integrating Firefly AI models. This update empowers users to efficiently craft and modify social content through generative AI tools directly within the app, streamlining the design process. Notably, this move positions Adobe to better compete […]
Elon Musk, in a recent tweet, announced that xAI will be open sourcing its Grok chatbot, a move set to take effect this week. The AI assistant is currently exclusively available to Premium+ subscribers on X, but further details regarding the open-sourcing decision remain undisclosed. This decision by Musk is in line with his […]
A report by Gladstone AI, commissioned by the U.S. State Department, outlines measures to address emerging threats in advanced artificial intelligence (AI). Titled “Defense in Depth: An Action Plan to Increase the Safety and Security of Advanced AI,” the report stresses the risks of AI weaponization and loss of control. Developed after engaging with […]
Midjourney, a popular AI image generating service, has introduced a new feature that tackles a significant challenge faced by AI generators. The ability to consistently recreate characters across different images has been a longstanding obstacle due to the nature of AI image generators relying on diffusion models. These models, reminiscent of Stability AI’s Stable Diffusion […]
Pika, a rising star in the AI video creation space, has recently introduced a groundbreaking feature that allows users to automatically generate sound effects for their AI-made videos on the platform pika.art. This new addition complements the platform’s existing capabilities, such as generative AI video visuals and lip-syncing, to offer an all-encompassing solution for creators. […]
Nijta, a French startup founded by Indian CEO Brij Srivastava, specializes in AI-powered speech anonymization to assist companies in compliant handling of voice data under privacy regulations like GDPR. Backed by €2 million funding from investors like Elaia and Finovam Gestion, Nijta focuses on the European market due to stringent data privacy laws. By anonymizing […]
Cognition, a new AI startup backed by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund and tech leaders like former Twitter executive Elad Gil and Doordash co-founder Tony Xu, has unveiled an autonomous AI software engineer named “Devin.” Unlike existing coding assistants such as Github Copilot, Devin boasts the ability to manage full development projects independently from writing code […]
Covariant has unveiled RFM-1, an innovative AI program that functions as a large language model specifically designed for robots. The ultimate goal is to equip robots with human-like reasoning capabilities, enabling them to perform complex tasks across various industries. Drawing from a rich dataset obtained through Covariant’s Brain AI program, RFM-1 marks a significant advancement […]
Inflection AI, a startup co-founded by Mustafa Suleyman and Reid Hoffman, has introduced a new foundation model called Inflection-2.5. This upgraded model surpasses their previous version, Inflection-1, and nearly matches OpenAI’s GPT-4 model in performance, particularly in STEM subjects. Inflection-2.5 now powers the Pi assistant, which competes with ChatGPT and Gemini. It offers users a […]
AI-altered video clips of Adolf Hitler’s 1939 Reichstag speech have gone viral, amassing over 15 million views on X, a social media platform. The speech, where Hitler foretold the “annihilation of the Jewish race in Europe,” was translated from German to English for the videos. The clips were initially shared by Dom Lucre, a prominent […]
San Leandro-based Tierra Biosciences is revolutionizing protein development with its AI-guided custom protein synthesis platform. By enabling customers to order proteins online for a variety of applications, from antibodies to growth factors, Tierra significantly accelerates the protein development process. Through its cell-free reagents and robotic platform, Tierra can create proteins in a matter of weeks, […]
ElevenLabs, a highly anticipated AI startup, has implemented a new ‘no-go voices’ policy following a concerning incident in which its technology was utilized in a robocall impersonating President Biden. Despite this purported safeguard, investigative tests conducted by 404 Media have unveiled loopholes that allow malicious actors to bypass these protections. This revelation highlights potential weaknesses […]
Adobe’s new AI image creation tool, Firefly, has landed in controversy for replicating mistakes made by Google’s now-defunct Gemini tool. Gemini faced backlash for generating historically inaccurate images, such as portraying America’s Founding Fathers as Black and omitting white individuals. Following public criticism, Google CEO Sundar Pichai acknowledged the missteps and ceased Gemini’s operations. […]
The European Parliament has approved groundbreaking legislation aimed at regulating artificial intelligence (AI) after nearly three years of deliberation since the initial proposal. The AI Act, which received 523 votes in favor and 46 against with 49 abstentions, aims to safeguard fundamental rights and foster innovation while positioning Europe as a leader in AI development. […]
A recently commissioned report by the US State Department is warning of the “catastrophic” national security risks and potential threats to humanity posed by rapidly advancing AI technology. Titled “An Action Plan to Increase the Safety and Security of Advanced AI,” the report suggests urgent and decisive measures to mitigate these risks, including potentially limiting […]
OpenAI showcased its cutting-edge video generator, Sora, last month, drawing attention for its capability to create detailed 60-second videos with intricate scenes, camera movements, and vivid emotions. The tool, as described by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has produced impressive visuals, from serene snowy landscapes to photorealistic wooly mammoths. While the tool has garnered praise […]
The UK’s Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) has launched the Scaling Compute program with a commitment of £42 million to address the high costs associated with training AI models on large datasets. This initiative aims to explore more cost-effective alternatives to the energy-intensive hardware currently used in the AI industry. The program director, […]
AI start-up Figure showcased its latest innovation, a humanoid robot named Figure 01, in a captivating video demonstration. Powered by generative AI technology from OpenAI, Figure 01 can engage in real-time conversations and demonstrate a high level of visual and language intelligence. The robot was seen interacting with Senior AI Engineer Corey Lynch, showcasing its […]
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