After previous accusations of using AI-generated images in Dungeons and Dragons books, Wizards of the Coast is once again under scrutiny. This time, people are convinced that the company utilized artificial intelligence to create cards for Magic: The Gathering. The controversy started when the official Magic: The Gathering Twitter account shared a photo captioned: “It’s positively shocking how good these lands look in retro frame.… Read the rest
New Chatbot Technology Challenges Google in Search
Summary: Introducing Perplexity AI, an innovative chatbot that promises to revolutionize the way we search and find information online, challenging even the almighty Google.
In the era of digital information, search engines like Google have become our go-to source for answers.… Read the rest
China’s Use of AI in Election Interference Raises Concerns
China’s ongoing efforts to influence Taiwan’s upcoming presidential and legislative election have turned to the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) to spread disinformation campaigns. While experts acknowledge the dangers of such tactics, there is a growing need for Taiwan to counter these cognitive warfare strategies.… Read the rest
AI Marketplaces: The Next Frontier in Technology?
Summary: As we enter a new year, the tech industry is continuing its push towards AI dominance. One significant development is the launch of the GPT Store, a marketplace where customizable versions of ChatGPT can be found. This move by OpenAI is in line with CEO Sam Altman’s vision of providing AI agents that are useful to everyone.… Read the rest
FTC Offers Reward for Solutions to Combat AI Voice Cloning
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is seeking innovative solutions to address the growing threat of AI voice cloning, also known as audio deepfakes. To incentivize participation, they are offering a $25,000 reward to the best solution. The proliferation of online services that provide easy-to-use voice cloning tools has raised concerns about potential abuse in cyberattacks.… Read the rest
Exploring the Potential of Artificial General Intelligence in Various Industries
The concept of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) has ignited a revolution in technological advancements, with its potential to reshape various industries. AGI, a type of artificial intelligence, possesses cognitive capabilities comparable to those of a human being, including understanding, learning, adapting, and implementing knowledge in a wide range of tasks.… Read the rest
Visa Utilizes AI to Safeguard Cardholders Against Cyberattacks
Visa, the global payment technology company, is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the security of credit card users and protect them from potential cyberattacks. This innovative technology is primarily utilized at Visa’s command center in Virginia, where a dedicated team monitors an astounding 76,000 transactions per second across more than 200 countries.… Read the rest
Wizards of the Coast Faces Accusations of AI Art Usage, Denies Claims
In a recent promotional image released by Wizards of the Coast (WotC) for their new Magic: The Gathering cards, fans have raised concerns over the use of AI-generated art. Despite WotC’s commitment to not utilize AI tools in the creation of their products, skeptics contend that the backdrop of the image shows signs of AI involvement.… Read the rest
Autonomous Vehicles: The Future of Transportation
Summary
The recent surge in inventory of autonomous vehicle (AV) technology signals a slower path to widespread adoption. Mobileye, a leading manufacturer of self-driving technology, reported an excess of inventory due to disrupted supply chains caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The stockpiling of Mobileye’s EyeQ SoCs, used in real-time visual recognition for self-driving cars, is an attempt by automakers to stay prepared for increasing demand and evolving technological advancements.… Read the rest
Huawei’s Qingyun L540 Notebook Unveils Surprising Silicon Source
A recent teardown of Huawei’s Qingyun L540 notebook has revealed an unexpected origin for the 5nm Kirin 9006C processor it contains. Contrary to speculations about China’s advanced semiconductor manufacturing capabilities, the processor was actually manufactured by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC), not a domestic Chinese manufacturer.… Read the rest