AI News Today

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AI News Today episodes

  • Google's 25M Euro AI Boost & OpenAI's Billion-Dollar Milestone
    In this episode, we delve into Google's plans to enhance AI education and skillset across Europe with a 25 million euro investment, while also expanding its language offering for free online AI training courses. We'll also cover OpenAI's rise in popularity following the launch of its chatbot, ChatGPT, propelling it to join the likes of Google and Meta in the billion-dollar annual run rate league. And lastly, we discuss Nvidia's bid to capitalise on their dominance in the AI chip market with the creation of custom chips for AI companies, following a trend among tech giants for in-house chip development.
    3 min
  • Disney's AI Ad Magic & CodeSignal's Tech Learning Module
    In this episode, we delve into Disney's innovative use of AI for its new ad tool - a game-changer in the world of commercial customization. We'll also discuss CodeSignal's new AI platform that aims to revolutionize tech education, offering real-time feedback and project-based learning. Lastly, we explore the success of Google One in the competitive cloud storage market, now boasting over 100 million subscribers.
    2 min
  • Brilliant Labs' AR Glasses, Microsoft Supports Sarvam AI, 1X's Vision-based Androids
    In today's episode, we discuss Brilliant Labs' new augmented reality glasses embedded with AI, capable of visual analysis and other advanced features. Next, we explore Microsoft's partnership with Indian startup Sarvam AI, to develop voice-enabled generative AI in Indic languages, cementing India as an AI-first nation. Lastly, we delve into 1X's new androids completely controlled by a vision-based neural network, symbolizing a new epoch for Software 2.0 Engineers.
    3 min
  • Google Rebrands Bard to Gemini & OpenAI's Mammoth Fundraise Plan
    In this episode, we discuss Google's rebranding of their AI tool Bard to Gemini, which includes the launch of an extensive model, Ultra 1.0 and a new mobile application on Android and iOS platforms. We also delve into OpenAI's proposed initiative seeking funding between 5-7 trillion dollars, with an attempt to overcome the company's growth limitations and enhance AI-specific chip production. A highlight for OpenAI are the two new AI agents aiming to revolutionize professional screen-based work.
    3 min
  • Apple's new MGIE model & Microsoft's Copilot bot
    In today's AI news, learn about Apple's latest project: the MGIE image editing model developed alongside the University of California. Explore the model's text-prompt capabilities, as well as its current status on GitHub. We also cover Microsoft's release of Copilot - a chatbot that lets users create and edit images using natural language prompts. Dive into YouTube's new AI-infused vision for 2024, with CEO Neal Mohan highlighting creator empowerment and further integration of AI in video formats.
    3 min
  • OpenAI, Meta Tackle AI Provenance and Vesuvius Challenge
    In today's AI news, OpenAI introduces watermarking to its DALL-E 3 image generator to support content provenance standards. Concurrently, Meta aims to identify and label AI-generated images from various third-party tools across its platforms, prepping for the 2024 election season. Lastly, a team leveraging AI has won the Vesuvius Challenge by recovering over 2000 characters from ancient Roman scrolls, illuminating both the past and the future potential of AI solutions.
    3 min
  • Hugging Face vs OpenAI & Roblox's AI Translation Tool
    In today's episode, we discuss Hugging Face's release of 'Hugging Chat Assistants', a free, open-source AI chatbot alternative to OpenAI's GPT Builder. We then explore metaverse platform Roblox's introduction of a real-time AI translation tool to benefit its vast, global user base. Lastly, we talk about OpenAI's ChatGPT app, now accessible on Apple's Vision Pro, further demonstrating OpenAI's dedication to advancing and expanding AI technologies.
    3 min
  • Microsoft Partners with Semafor, Google's AI Upgrade and Startup Jua's Funding Boost
    Today's episode covers Microsoft's partnership with Semafor for AI-enhanced news story creation and the ensuing launch of their news feed Signals. We also discuss Google Maps' AI upgrade aimed at providing users with personalized location recommendations. Lastly, we touch on Swiss start-up Jua's seed funding success, signaling the development of AI tools for accurate weather and climate prediction in various industries.
    2 min
  • Google's Gemini Launch & AI Rulebook Agreement by EU
    Google is set to rebrand their service 'Bard' to 'Gemini', indicating their increased focus on AI and expanding their capabilities with the upcoming Gemini Ultra. Also today, we discuss the EU nations' agreement on an AI Act rulebook, offering guidance for developers and providing room for stricter rules on AI technologies. Lastly, we touch on Samsung's 'Circle to Search' feature, soon to be available on other Android phones, after its exclusive run on Galaxy and Pixel smartphones.
    2 min
  • Adobe Firefly Meets Apple Vision Pro & Napster's ChatGPT Integration
    Adobe introduces its AI application, Firefly, to Apple's Vision Pro, offering users unique artwork generation capabilities. Meanwhile, Napster incorporates ChatGPT into its music streaming platform to enable users to create AI-facilitated playlists and descriptions. Lastly, startup Hugging Face presents a customizable AI assistant maker, challenging similar tools with its open-source and free approach.
    2 min

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