Deepfake technology has become a growing concern as artificial intelligence-generated ads impersonating celebrities and influencers continue to circulate online. The recent case involving a fake Taylor Swift ad promoting a cookware set has further highlighted the need for vigilance in distinguishing genuine endorsements from fraudulent ones.… Read the rest
Introducing the GPT Marketplace: Unlocking the Power of Custom AI Models
Artificial intelligence developer OpenAI has launched the GPT Marketplace, a groundbreaking platform that allows users to access and share custom versions of ChatGPT developed by other users. This new service aims to democratize AI development, enabling users to optimize AI models, known as GPTs, for specific tasks that the standard version may not support out of the box.… Read the rest
Blockchain Inscription Commemorates SEC Chair’s Tweet on False Bitcoin ETF Approval
In a notable display of digital artistry, Billy Restey, a renowned digital artist, has engraved the debunking tweet by Gary Gensler, the Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), onto the Bitcoin blockchain. This act follows a recent security breach of the SEC’s official Twitter account, which resulted in a misleading post claiming the approval of all thirteen spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs).… Read the rest
Walmart Embraces AI for Smarter Shopping Experience
Walmart is revolutionizing the way customers shop by harnessing the power of generative artificial intelligence (AI). At the CES tech conference, CEO Doug McMillon announced three new AI-powered technologies that aim to enhance the shopping experience and make it feel more futuristic.… Read the rest
Legislation Introduced to Address Risks of Artificial Intelligence
A group of bipartisan lawmakers have put forth a new bill aimed at addressing the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) in federal agencies. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Congress members from both sides of the aisle, calls for the adoption of best practices in handling AI by federal agencies and their AI vendors.… Read the rest
QuEra Unveils Roadmap for Error-Corrected Quantum Computers
QuEra, a quantum computing company, has announced its ambitious roadmap for the development of error-corrected quantum computers. This roadmap outlines the company’s plan to release a series of quantum computer models over the next few years, culminating in a system with 100 logical error-corrected qubits.… Read the rest
AI-Based App Revolutionizes Exam Corrections
An innovative third-year student at Gonzaga College in Dublin has developed an app that utilizes artificial intelligence to correct exams. Joe Molloy, who wanted to highlight the positive potential of AI, created the app to tackle the issue of teachers spending excessive time correcting exams.… Read the rest
Online Scammers Exploit AI Voice Cloning to Launch Celebrity Endorsement Scams on YouTube
Online scammers are capitalizing on AI voice cloning technology to deceive users into falling for fake medical benefits scams on YouTube. Rather than relying on traditional phishing methods, scammers are using generative AI tools to create deepfake voices of celebrities like Steve Harvey and Taylor Swift, as well as real human impersonators.… Read the rest
The Explosive Growth of the Semiconductor Sector
Investors who have been following the semiconductor sector are well aware of its bullish potential. With advancements in technology sub-sectors such as high-speed networking, data centers, 5G, EVs, and clean-tech, the demand for semiconductors has skyrocketed. One excellent way to gain exposure to this dynamic and important sector is through the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH), which holds a significant stake in Nvidia (NVDA) and stands to benefit from the growing field of AI.… Read the rest
New Benchmark Results Hint at Exciting Developments for Intel’s Next-Gen CPUs
New benchmark results have recently surfaced, hinting at what could be in store for Intel’s upcoming Arrow Lake desktop and Lunar Lake laptop CPUs. While the tests focused solely on the integrated graphics of these CPUs, they provide some insight into their potential capabilities.… Read the rest