Summary: Google DeepMind has implemented new guidelines to promote ethical behavior in AI robots designed for household tasks. These rules aim to ensure that AI robots understand and respect human preferences, privacy, and safety while performing various chores around the house.… Read the rest
New AI Model Predicts Future COVID Variants and Their Spread
A groundbreaking study has revealed that an Artificial Intelligence (AI) model can accurately predict the emergence of new COVID variants and forecast their potential impact on infection rates. The model, developed by researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the United States and The Hebrew University Hadassah Medical School in Israel, has proven effective in detecting around 73 percent of the variants in each country that will result in at least 1,000 cases per 10 lakh people over a three-month period.… Read the rest
AI’s Potential in Marine Fisheries Explored at National Workshop
In a national workshop jointly organized by NITI Aayog, ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), and the Kerala Fisheries Department, experts discussed how artificial intelligence (AI) could help tackle challenges in the marine fisheries sector. NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Suman Bery emphasized the vital role of technology as a growth driver and highlighted the potential of frontier technologies like AI in addressing these challenges.… Read the rest
Labor Group’s Proposal on AI Usage Accepted by Apple and Disney
Summary: The US Securities and Exchange Commission has ruled that Apple and Disney cannot avoid shareholder votes on their use of artificial intelligence (AI), as proposed by a labor group. The companies had requested to exclude the proposal from their annual meetings, but the SEC rejected their requests.… Read the rest
Controversy Surrounding London Police’s Use of AI Facial Recognition Cameras
In recent news, the London police have faced backlash for their utilization of advanced AI-powered cameras in conducting live facial recognition (LFR) scans in the suburb of Croydon. While the technology has proven successful in identifying and arresting individuals suspected of various crimes, concerns about potential abuse and invasion of privacy have emerged.… Read the rest
OpenAI Introduces the Revolutionary GPT Marketplace
OpenAI is revolutionizing the AI landscape by introducing the innovative GPT Marketplace. This online platform allows users to showcase their creativity, share customized GPTs, and potentially earn recognition and rewards. Operating similarly to app stores on mobile devices, the GPT Marketplace provides a space for subscribers of ChatGPT Plus and Enterprise to sell and trade their AI bots.… Read the rest
New Model for AI Development: Balancing Power and Public Interest
Summary: The current excitement surrounding AI’s potential and its associated risks has highlighted the need for a new model that prioritizes public interest while distributing power more evenly among stakeholders.
AI has undoubtedly captured the public’s imagination with its recent advancements.… Read the rest
AI Transformation: Empowering All Through Diverse Data and Accelerator Chips
Summary: The advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought about a transformative revolution that enables individuals from all walks of life to harness its potential. However, for AI to be truly inclusive and level the playing fields, India needs to prioritize two key factors: increased datasets representing regional languages and a higher supply of accelerator chips.… Read the rest
Amouranth’s AI Bot Raises Questions about Social Connections
Amouranth, a popular Twitch and OnlyFans star, recently launched an AI bot that has sparked a debate about the effects of virtual relationships on loneliness. The bot, which offers varying levels of interaction depending on the payment plan, earned an astonishing $34,000 (£27,000) in just 24 hours.… Read the rest
Artificial Intelligence in 2024: Revolutionizing the Workforce and Beyond
Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to revolutionize the workforce and have a significant impact on various aspects, including hiring bias, inclusivity, regulation, and more. While 2023 marked a turning point for AI, the year 2024 is expected to bring even greater advancements.… Read the rest