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AI News Today episodes

  • Microsoft's Facial Recognition Stance & Japan's AI Plan
    In this episode, we discuss Microsoft's firm stance against use of its Azure Open A.I. service for facial recognition by U.S. police departments. We further delve into Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's new global framework to regulate generative AI, established at the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. Lastly, we spotlight Georgia-based artist Washed Out's innovative use of OpenAI's Sora text-to-video technology in creating a music video for his new track, exploring the potential implications this technology may have on the music and film industries.
    3 min
  • Advancements in AI: Amazon's Anthropic, Google's Med-Gemini and Microsoft's Investment in Malaysia
    In this episode, we explore AI advancements across Amazon-backed AI start-up Anthropic, Google and Microsoft. Anthropic unveils its first enterprise product, giving businesses access to its sophisticated AI models, while Google introduces its Med-Gemini AI models designed for the medical field. We also discuss Microsoft's massive $2.2 billion investment in Malaysia's AI and cloud infrastructure, demonstrating their commitment to bolstering digital transformation throughout Southeast Asia.
    3 min
  • Who's Behind the gpt2-chatbot? And AI Enhancements for Safari and AWS
    Today, we unravel the mystery surrounding the advanced gpt2-chatbot following its abrupt disappearance, explore Apple's big plans to enhance its Safari browser with AI capabilities in iOS 18 and discuss Amazon Web Services' generative AI assistant, Amazon Q and the orchestration of its recent business roll-out, including Amazon Q Apps for non-coders.
    3 min
  • Expanding AI Code Assistance: GitHub Copilot and OpenAI's ChatGPT Innovations
    In this episode, we discuss GitHub's efforts to expand its AI-powered code completion platform, Copilot, with a new service named Copilot Workspace — designed to help developers initiate new projects. We also delve into the Financial Times' collaboration with OpenAI on a ChatGPT model aimed at simplifying complex business reporting for improved audience engagement. Lastly, we cover the launch of OpenAI's 'Memory' feature to augment user experience in their ChatGPT Plus version.
    2 min
  • Apple's AI-Powered iPad Pro and Google's Conversational AI
    This episode of 'AI News Today' explores Apple's potential new iPad Pro boasting advanced AI capabilities enabled by a highly powerful processor. This AI upgrade in conjunction with the new M4 chip could position the upgraded iPad Pro as Apple's first truly AI-powered device. The second news segment delves into Google Chat's new AI-powered feature 'Smart Summary'. Aimed at increasing efficiency in browsing lengthy chats, this feature provides on-demand summaries of entire chat threads.
    2 min
  • EyeEm's AI Controversy & Pope Francis at G7 Summit
    In today's episode, we discuss EyeEm's Terms & Conditions update, allowing the use of user content for training AI models and the concerns arising from this policy change. We'll also talk about Pope Francis’ upcoming participation in the G7 Summit, focusing on AI's potentials and risks. Lastly, we highlight Astribot's breakthrough in robotic capabilities with their humanoid S1.
    2 min
  • Apple in talks with OpenAI, Google's AI Powered English Learning Tool & Musk's xAI nears Funding
    This episode covers Apple's ongoing negotiations with OpenAI to incorporate new AI features in its iOS 18 Operating System and Google's testing of 'Speaking Practice,' an AI-powered tool to enhance English proficiency among learners. We also discuss Elon Musk's xAI, which is nearing completion of a massive funding round that boosts its pre-money valuation to a staggering 18 billion. Tune in for these exciting updates and more on the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in technology.
    2 min
  • Moderna and OpenAI Collab, Lifelike AI Avatars, Perplexity AI Funding
    Moderna teams up with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT Enterprise tool across its business to enhance processes and future products. Synthesia showcases lifelike AI avatars causing worry over misuse but also appreciation for its application in business, while research shows CEO's positive perception of AI. Finally, 'Answer engine' Perplexity AI secures massive funding and plans monetization developments, including ad integration and a premium subscription service.
    3 min
  • Apple's On-Device AI, Augment's Funding Boost and Snowflake's Arctic LLM
    This episode covers Apple’s release of open-source AI models designed for on-device operations, promising faster processing and enhanced privacy. We also dive into software coding company Augment's recent 227 million dollar funding round, adding to its value with an aim to transform software development using AI. Finally, we explore Snowflake's new AI model, Arctic LLM, which outpaces competitors but faces potential limitations related to its context window and accuracy.
    2 min
  • OpenAI Boosts Azure Connection, Meta's Glasses Update, Adobe's AI Toolset
    OpenAI has launched new features aimed at business users, enhancing administrative control, security and cost-efficiency. The updates include PrivateLink, a secure link to Microsoft's Azure cloud. On the other hand, Meta has announced significant upgrades for its Ray-Ban Smart Glasses, with an enhanced AI assistant and Apple Music compatibility. Lastly, Adobe is revamping its Photoshop software with Firefly Image 3 model powered AI tools, including the 'Reference Image' tool, designed to streamline design processes.
    3 min

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