Summary: Despite the challenges posed by legacy IT systems, government agencies can leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate their modernization efforts. By utilizing AI, agencies can address three key areas: understanding older programming languages, developing new code, and expediting vulnerability remediation.… Read the rest
AI in Art: Embrace the Revolution
Summary: While AI is a powerful tool that can replace certain jobs in the art industry, it also has the potential to create new opportunities and enhance creative processes. Rather than fearing the impact of AI, artists should focus on developing their unique vision and leveraging AI to push the boundaries of their artistic expression.… Read the rest
Google Introduces Bard Advanced: A New AI Experience
Google is unveiling its latest AI offering, Bard Advanced, which promises to provide users with access to cutting-edge models and capabilities. This new upgrade comes as part of Google’s Gemini LLM update, in which Bard Pro outperformed ChatGPT on six out of eight benchmarks.… Read the rest
New Comic Book Explores the Journey of K-pop Group BTS
A captivating new comic book delves into the extraordinary rise to stardom of South Korea’s beloved K-pop sensation BTS, while also shedding light on their recent transition to military service. TidalWave Comics, known for its FAME series that celebrates musical acts, has added a 22-page book dedicated to BTS to its collection.… Read the rest
New Wearable Technology Uses AI to Monitor Blood Pressure
A groundbreaking wearable technology has received FDA clearance for its artificial intelligence-powered software that enables continuous monitoring of blood pressure without the need for an inflatable cuff. The SimpleSense wearable, created by Nanowear, is a chest-mounted garment that utilizes cloth-based sensor technology to provide medical-grade remote vital sign tracking, including ECG data and heart sounds.… Read the rest
The Evolution of Artificial Intelligence: Protecting Consumers and Promoting Fair Competition
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced its plans to host a virtual summit dedicated to addressing the growing concerns surrounding the use of artificial intelligence (AI). The summit, scheduled for January 25th, aims to bring together representatives from academia, industry, civil society organizations, and government to explore the current state of AI and its impact on society.… Read the rest
IBM Jumps into the AI Game with Strategic Consulting Arm
Jefferies analysts have recently evaluated IBM’s position in the market and initiated shares at Hold with a $180 per share price target. Despite being encouraged by IBM’s software momentum, the analysts do not see a breakout play on the horizon. However, they highlight IBM’s strategic moves to reposition itself as a software-led story, including the acquisition of Red Hat, the spinoff of Kyndryl, and investments in AI and its software go-to-market strategy.… Read the rest
Animoca Brands: Pioneering the Future of Digital Ownership
Animoca Brands, a trailblazer in the realm of digital ownership, is commemorating a decade of groundbreaking innovation and boundary-pushing with its flagship project, “Mocaverse”. Over the past 10 years, Animoca Brands has not only advocated for true digital ownership from the very beginning but also demonstrated its expertise through strategic partnerships and excellent insights.… Read the rest
Baidu and Alibaba Exit Quantum Computing Field, Shifting Focus to AI R&D
Summary: Baidu, a leading Chinese e-commerce and services provider, has announced its exit from the quantum computing development arena. The company plans to donate its quantum computing laboratory and equipment to the government-backed Beijing Academy of Quantum Information Sciences (BAQIS). This move follows a similar decision by Alibaba in November.… Read the rest
Canada’s Financial Regulator Calls for Input on AI and Quantum Computing Adoption
Canada’s financial services supervisory regulator, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI), is actively seeking input from federally regulated financial institutions (FRFIs) on their adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies. Additionally, OSFI is inquiring about the level of preparedness of these institutions for the emergence of quantum computing.… Read the rest