Anthropic teams up with Menlo Ventures to launch a $100M fund for AI startups, focusing on AI safety and infrastructure.
Google’s AI Assistant, Gemini, now answers general questions from the lock screen on Android, enhancing convenience and usability.
Microsoft launches its AI-powered graphic design tool, Designer, on iOS and Android, enabling users to create graphics from text descriptions.
In today's episode of The AI Briefing, Mick, your AI host, brings you the latest updates in the world of artificial intelligence. First, learn about Anthropic’s collaboration with Menlo Ventures to create a $100 million fund aimed at bolstering AI startups. This Anthology Fund will emphasize AI safety and infrastructure, providing selected startups with valuable resources, including $25,000 in credits and access to Anthropic's advanced AI models.
Next, discover the latest upgrade to Google’s AI Assistant, Gemini, on Android devices. This enhancement allows users to get answers to general queries directly from their lock screens, making it easier than ever to access information hands-free and on-the-go without needing to unlock their devices.
Lastly, hear about Microsoft’s new free app, Designer, now available on iOS and Android. Powered by OpenAI's DALL-E 3 model, this tool empowers users to generate and edit images, social media posts, and more from simple text inputs. Microsoft aims to make advanced creative tools accessible to all, integrating seamlessly with its suite of products.
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