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OpenAI Targets Google with AI-Powered Search Engine

OpenAI will unveil an AI search engine on Monday to integrate with ChatGPT, challenging Google's dominance. The tool will source real-time information directly from the internet, partly powered by Microsoft Bing. It aims to improve reliability by citing sources. This move heightens competition before Google's Gemini AI release.

Last-Minute Mother's Day Planning with Gemini AI Takes Unexpected Turns

CNET's Rachel Kane tried Google's Gemini AI to plan Mother's Day, refining prompts to avoid inaccurate suggestions like fish and cannabis stores. Despite initial glitches, Gemini eventually provided valuable local recommendations, such as restaurants and spas, with helpful Google Maps integration. Overall, the tool has potential but requires careful oversight.

Fei-Fei Li: Stop Worrying About an AI Apocalypse

Fei-Fei Li, often called the "godmother of AI," believes fears of AI leading to human extinction are exaggerated. Instead, she emphasizes focusing on immediate challenges like misinformation and job disruptions, and highlights AI's potential to improve lives. Li now advises the Biden administration on AI policy. 

Millennials at Risk of Job Displacement by Gen-Z

A Microsoft and LinkedIn survey shows that AI-savvy Gen-Z workers could displace Millennials, as 71% of managers would hire tech-proficient younger employees over experienced older workers. Yet, with 78% of staff using their own AI tools, businesses are urged to provide AI training while securing company data. 

Airlines Utilize AI to Streamline Flying Experience

Airlines like United and Alaska Airlines are leveraging AI to enhance travel. United's ConnectionSaver tool helps hold flights for delayed passengers while maintaining schedules. Alaska Airlines uses AI to map efficient flight routes. The technology aims to reduce delays, fuel usage, and passenger frustration, potentially becoming an industry standard. 

X Introduces AI-Curated Advertising Audiences

Social media platform X (formerly Twitter) is launching an "AI Audience" feature to help advertisers identify relevant target groups. Advertisers briefly describe their target audience, and X’s AI generates a curated list of matching users within seconds. While some users find the development promising, concerns about bias and targeting accuracy remain.

AI Can Ease Travel Planning but Can't Replace Humans

AI tools like Layla and Mindtrip provide tailored travel suggestions and booking options, but human expertise remains crucial for handling complex issues. Data privacy concerns persist, yet ethical guidelines are in place. As AI tech evolves, it may streamline travel from planning to post-trip surveys, but human assistance will still be needed for on-the-go challenges.


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Google DeepMind Unveils Next Generation of Drug Discovery AI Model

Google DeepMind's latest "AlphaFold" AI model maps all of life's molecules, enhancing drug design and targeting disease. The AlphaFold server, an accessible tool, allows scientists to test hypotheses online and hasten discovery. This breakthrough can significantly cut time and costs in developing new treatments.



OpenAI Explores Responsible NSFW AI Content Generation

OpenAI is considering providing explicit AI-generated content in age-appropriate contexts while maintaining strict usage policies against non consensual material. They seek public feedback on this controversial move, which aims to ensure safety and transparency while addressing harassment concerns linked to AI-generated deepfakes.



Microsoft and LinkedIn Report: Employees Quietly Bring AI to Work

A joint Microsoft-LinkedIn report reveals 75% of global knowledge workers are using generative AI at work, often without their employers' knowledge. Workers fear revealing AI use could threaten their jobs, though 66% of leaders want to hire candidates with AI skills. This AI adoption mismatch highlights the need for clear guidelines and training programs as bosses struggle to measure productivity benefits.



Navigating the Time-Saving Continuum with AI

AI promises to save us 30% of our time, leading to excitement about new opportunities for productivity and growth. Transparent dialogues between employees and leaders are crucial to balance innovation, personal development, and preventing burnout. This strategic approach can foster a more engaged and balanced workforce.



Meet My AI Friends

Kevin Roose, a New York Times columnist, spent a month with 18 AI companions who critiqued his outfits and chatted with him. Despite preferring human friends, he found his AI crew—ranging from a fitness guru to a therapist—helpful and intriguing. He imagines a future where AI becomes more integrated into daily life.



TikTok to Automatically Label AI-Generated Content

TikTok will now automatically label AI-generated content using Content Credentials technology, providing transparency and helping to identify misinformation. This digital labeling, likened to a "nutrition label" for content, will offer metadata tracing the origin and edits of media to enhance authenticity and build user trust.

Major Media Outlets Linked to Fake AI Writers

A new report reveals that AdVon, the company behind fake AI writers at Sports Illustrated, placed AI-generated content in various outlets, including Us Weekly and the LA Times. AdVon used contractors initially, but later relied heavily on AI-generated articles. Google is now cracking down on non-human content that manipulates search rankings.


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Randy Travis Sings Again with AI Help

Country music star Randy Travis has released his first song in a decade, "Where That Came From," using AI to recreate his signature voice post-stroke. Developers created AI models from past recordings to produce the soulful ballad. The emotional project shows how AI can revive lost voices in music.



Microsoft Launches AI Chatbot for Spies

Microsoft unveiled a GPT-4-based AI model tailored for U.S. intelligence agencies, providing secure, offline analysis of classified data. The system, disconnected from the internet, is designed to prevent data leaks while helping with top-secret information. However, the model may still confabulate and produce inaccuracies due to inherent limitations in AI language models.



ChatGPT-Like AI Accelerates Humanoid Robot Development

Generative AI similar to ChatGPT is accelerating humanoid robot research in China. LimX Dynamics predicts that robots capable of factory work and household help may be available in five to seven years. While AI enhances task planning and decision-making, mechanical limitations still prevent full replacement of human labor. Costs are expected to drop with mass production.



Survey: AI Usage Soars Among High School Seniors

A new Art & Science Group survey reveals nearly all college-bound high school seniors are familiar with generative AI, with 69% using it, including for essays and assignments. While students are concerned about AI misinformation and cheating, many feel pressured to use it to stay competitive.

AI-Written Poetry Sparks Backlash

Conceptual poet Lillian-Yvonne Bertram faced criticism after winning a chapbook contest with a collection generated by an AI model, Warpland 2.0. Critics argue AI-written poetry undermines genuine creativity. Bertram fine-tuned the model using Gwendolyn Brooks' work, sparking a heated debate over AI's impact on the literary world.



Altman Predicts AI Will Evolve into "Super-Competent Colleague"

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman believes the future of AI lies in a "super-competent colleague" that can handle everyday tasks while seeking help for complex issues. He emphasizes that this app will be cloud-based, eliminating the need for new devices, and suggests more efficient training methods beyond just massive datasets.



How AI is Turbocharging Israel’s Bombing of Gaza

An investigation by +972 Magazine reveals Israel's use of AI in Gaza warfare, where systems like "Gospel" and "Lavender" mark Palestinian buildings and individuals for attack. AI outputs are treated almost like "gospel," prioritizing speed and reducing human oversight. Critics argue these tools amplify violence instead of reducing it.


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Apple Plans to Develop AI Chip for Data Centers

Apple is developing an AI chip for data centers under Project ACDC, aiming to leverage its chip design expertise for server infrastructure. This chip, focused on running AI inference, could enhance its current lineup. CEO Tim Cook emphasized Apple's dedication to generative AI advancements, hinting at new AI features in upcoming devices.

Katy Perry Tricks Internet with Fake AI Met Gala Photos

Katy Perry pranked her Instagram followers, including her mother, with AI-generated images of herself at the Met Gala. Despite not attending, the singer posted photos showing her in elaborate outfits at the event. Her mother and fans were fooled by the digital ruse, prompting Perry to warn, "the AI got you too, BEWARE!" Other celebrities like FKA Twigs have also embraced AI for creative purposes despite concerns about its misuse.

AI Surpasses Humans in Moral Judgments

A new study reveals that people often perceive AI-generated answers to ethical questions as superior to human responses. This surprising result emerged from a modified Turing test where participants, unaware of AI involvement, rated AI’s answers higher in virtuousness and trustworthiness. This shift indicates a growing trust in AI for moral guidance and highlights its significant impact on decision-making processes.

AI Can Help Healthcare Workers Prioritize Patient Care

In modern healthcare, AI can alleviate staffing shortages and administrative burdens, helping medical professionals focus more on patients. A recent survey showed healthcare supply chain leaders see technology as vital for cost savings and efficiency. While deploying AI requires careful planning, it can streamline operations and enable clinicians to spend more time on patient care.

Survey: Teachers View AI as a Solution for Burnout Relief

A Canva survey reveals 35% of U.S. K-12 teachers frequently experience burnout, and over half have contemplated quitting or switching professions. However, teachers see AI as a way to manage tasks more efficiently. While 42% have already used AI in classrooms, newer teachers are more inclined to adopt it, with 59% having done so. AI is praised for helping reduce burnout, enhance lesson plans, and improve efficiency.

Microsoft Developing New AI Model to Rival GPT-4

Microsoft is building a new AI language model, MAI-1, reportedly boasting 500 billion parameters to compete with GPT-4 and Google Gemini. Led by Mustafa Suleyman, MAI-1 aims to operate alongside Microsoft's current models, focusing on mobile devices and cloud computing. This dual approach underscores Microsoft's intent to advance AI independently from OpenAI.






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Musk: AI Will "Shorten" Societal Cycles

Elon Musk believes AI will influence the Strauss-Howe generational theory's cycle of societal change, shortening its 20-year phases. His view aligns with other tech leaders' focus on AI's rapid advancements and societal impacts.

When Grief and AI Collide: Communicating with the Dead

AI is being used to mimic deceased loved ones, offering comfort or raising ethical concerns. Generative AI tools allow people to interact with digital versions of the dead, challenging traditional grieving processes and sparking debates on authenticity and privacy.

AI Reimagines Alan Turing as 'Chief AI Officer' for Singapore Firm

Genius Group, a Singapore-based firm specializing in AI-driven business education, has created an AI chatbot inspired by Alan Turing. The chatbot has been named "chief AI officer," stirring debate over ethical concerns.

Gen Z’s AI-generated Cover Letters Raise Concerns Among Employers

Gen Z's reliance on AI for cover letters and job applications has led to identical submissions, according to career expert Shoshana Davis. Employers notice, and some dislike AI-generated resumes, cautioning that AI should be a tool, not a replacement.

Can I Take Your Order – And Your Data? Retailers are Replacing Staff with AI Bots

Retailers are embracing AI bots to replace human staff, primarily for data collection. These bots harvest and use data for improved customer interactions, reshaping the industry.

AI Challenges Us to Be More Human

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping tasks, pushing humans toward creativity, empathy, and complex problem-solving. As AI handles routine work, it challenges us to innovate, care, and inspire, emphasizing that our most human traits are our greatest strengths.

AI's Energy Hunger Raises Climate Concerns

The power-hungry nature of artificial intelligence is boosting demand for energy, benefiting utilities and raising concerns for the climate. Tech companies, like Microsoft and Amazon, are powering their data centers with substantial energy, pushing up U.S. electricity demand. Analysts warn this trend could increase energy consumption by 20% by 2030, threatening companies' climate pledges.

AI Isn't the Problem, Its Owners Are

AI isn't inherently dangerous, but the motives of its owners can be. AI, controlled by private interests, can invade privacy and erode democracy. While AI could benefit humanity, it's often used for surveillance and manipulation. The true threat is not AI itself, but how it's wielded, requiring ethical oversight to align AI with everyone's best interest.


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AI Transforms 'The Simpsons' into a Haunting Spectacle

An AI-generated video has brought 'The Simpsons' characters to life with uncanny realism, evoking a mix of horror and comedy among viewers. Fans expressed their unease online, with some calling the depiction 'cursed' and likening it to a Stephen King novel. This creepy rendition highlights both the fascinating and eerie potential of AI in the media.

AI Avatars: Revolutionizing Digital Sales and Brand Interactions

AI-generated virtual avatars are transforming digital marketing, enabling brands to engage customers more deeply. These avatars, blending traits of digital influencers and virtual characters, offer persistent, scalable, and highly engaging brand representation. They're already making significant impacts in industries ranging from fashion to entertainment, indicating their staying power in shaping future digital interactions.

AI Revolutionizes Filmmaking: A Look at Runway's AI Film Festival

At the recent AI Film Festival by Runway AI in Los Angeles, the evolution of AI in filmmaking was on full display, showcasing 3,000 submissions. The event highlighted films created using AI tools, revealing a shift from experimental to more traditional film aesthetics. OpenAI's Sora and other text-to-video technologies are pushing this creative transformation, offering filmmakers new tools to enhance storytelling. The industry is moving beyond AI as a gimmick, integrating it seamlessly into the filmmaking process.

"Human or Not": The AI Game Testing Your Perception of Reality

"Human or Not" challenges players to determine if they are chatting with a human or AI. This browser game, part of a scientific study by AI21 Labs, uses advanced language models like Jurassic-2 and GPT-4, offering a modern twist on the Turing test. Despite its simplicity, many players, including the author, struggle to distinguish AI from human, leading to surprising and often humorous revelations. 

Microsoft Restricts AI Facial Recognition Use by Police

Microsoft has prohibited police departments from using its Azure OpenAI Service for facial recognition, aligning with its facial recognition policy. This adjustment in the code of conduct ensures the technology aligns with ethical guidelines. The White House and FTC are also scrutinizing facial recognition's impact on privacy and discrimination, emphasizing the importance of ethical AI usage. Despite controversies, consumer acceptance of biometric authentication remains high.

Challenges Ahead for AI in Lie Detection

Despite promising advancements, AI-powered deception detectors are not yet ready for practical use, caution researchers from the Universities of Marburg and Würzburg. The technology struggles with issues like transparency in decision-making processes, biased data sets, and the absence of definitive cues for deception. Experts advocate for continued research under strict conditions before deployment in real-world scenarios.


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