Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a significant threat to free elections, as demonstrated by recent incidents in Slovakia and the potential dangers that lie ahead for the United States. In Slovakia, a fake audio recording of an interview between a journalist and a political party official surfaced on social media just days before the election, causing significant confusion among voters.… Read the rest
Samsung Unveils Revolutionary Transparent MicroLED Display and AI-Powered TVs at CES 2024
Samsung has made waves with its latest product announcements ahead of CES 2024. One highlight is the groundbreaking transparent microLED display, which has the appearance of a piece of transparent glass. The innovative technology incorporates a small MicroLED chip and a meticulous manufacturing process that eliminates seams and light refraction.… Read the rest
Ubisoft and Tencent Embrace AI in Game Development
Ubisoft and Tencent have joined forces to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) in game development. The two major studios recently unveiled their use of NVIDIA’s AI-generation tool, Ace. While Ubisoft had previously announced its Ghostwriter tool, made in-house and with input from its writers, the partnership with Tencent marks a significant step forward.… Read the rest
AI Revolutionizes TV Advertising for NBCUniversal
Summary: NBCUniversal has introduced its latest update to the One Platform ad platform, incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance ad processes. The company aims to utilize AI to create granular media plans, optimize schedules, and deliver against clients’ objectives. The integration of AI is part of NBCUniversal’s ongoing efforts to leverage technology in making advertising more effective and efficient.… Read the rest
Artificial Intelligence Firms Depend on Copyrighted Materials for Groundbreaking Innovations
Summary: Artificial intelligence (AI) firms like OpenAI heavily rely on copyrighted materials to train their innovative models, according to a submission to the House of Lords communications and digital select committee. OpenAI stated that creating tools like its renowned chatbot, ChatGPT, would be impossible without access to copyrighted content.… Read the rest
Couchbase Positioned as a Cost-Effective Entry into AI Market, Says Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo has singled out Couchbase as an attractive option for investors seeking exposure to the artificial intelligence (AI) market, calling it the “cheapest way” to tap into this rapidly growing industry. The database software stock was initiated with an overweight rating and a price target of $26 per share, representing a potential 24% increase from its previous closing price of $20.98.… Read the rest
Canada’s Financial Transactions Analysis Centre Ramps Up Use of Artificial Intelligence to Combat Money Laundering
In its latest bid to combat financial crimes, Canada’s Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre (FINTRAC) is intensifying its reliance on artificial intelligence (AI) technology to detect suspicious transactions. The agency recently imposed fines totaling C$9 million ($6.7 million) on Royal Bank of Canada and CIBC, setting a record for individual bank fines.… Read the rest
The Transformative Potential of AI and Decarbonization in Driving a New Economic Era
Summary: According to a recent analysis by Goldman Sachs, the economy is on the cusp of a transformative ‘super cycle’ fueled by the exponential growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and the urgent need for decarbonization. These two forces are expected to revolutionize industries, create new business opportunities, and drive sustainable economic growth.… Read the rest
Artificial Intelligence Gets Limited Approval for Use in England’s Legal System
England’s legal system, known for its longstanding traditions, is cautiously embracing artificial intelligence (AI) to assist judges in producing rulings. The Courts and Tribunals Judiciary recently granted permission for judges to use AI to write opinions, acknowledging the potential benefits while urging caution regarding the use of AI for research or legal analyses due to concerns of fabricated, misleading, inaccurate, and biased information.… Read the rest
Deloitte Implements AI Chatbot “PairD” to Enhance Employee Productivity
Deloitte, one of the leading accounting and consulting firms, is bringing its generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, known as “PairD,” to its employees across Europe and the Middle East. The firm aims to leverage AI technology to boost productivity by automating tasks such as creating presentations, writing emails, and even coding.… Read the rest