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Colossus: xAI’s New Supercomputer Built for Large-Scale AI Training
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence research company, xAI, recently brought the supercomputer it calls "Colossus" online.
Colossus: xAI’s New Supercomputer Built for Large-Scale AI Training
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence research company, xAI, recently brought the supercomputer it calls "Colossus" online.
This agreement, known as the AI Convention, was developed under the leadership of the Council of Europe. It establishes a global framework for AI regulation.
This agreement, known as the AI Convention, was developed under the leadership of the Council of Europe. It establishes a global framework for AI regulation.
A new algorithm is set to revolutionize the way robots work with humans by making them more aware of human inattentiveness.
A new algorithm is set to revolutionize the way robots work with humans by making them more aware of human inattentiveness.
This agreement, known as the AI Convention, was developed under the leadership of the Council of Europe. It establishes a global framework for AI regulation.
This agreement, known as the AI Convention, was developed under the leadership of the Council of Europe. It establishes a global framework for AI regulation.
A new algorithm is set to revolutionize the way robots work with humans by making them more aware of human inattentiveness.
A new algorithm is set to revolutionize the way robots work with humans by making them more aware of human inattentiveness.
Two innovative AI systems are using video and photos to create virtual simulations that train robots to function in real-world environments.
Two innovative AI systems are using video and photos to create virtual simulations that train robots to function in real-world environments.
As AI search engines like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexity become more widely used, it's not far from reality that one of these names will become a verb—just like Google.
As AI search engines like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexity become more widely used, it's not far from reality that one of these names will become a verb—just like Google.
Meet Unitree G1: a humanoid robot redefining all your expectations of an autonomous machine.
Meet Unitree G1: a humanoid robot redefining all your expectations of an autonomous machine.
Google rolls out its AI-enabled Search feature, AI Overview, to six additional countries: India, the UK, Japan, Indonesia, Mexico, and Brazil.
Google rolls out its AI-enabled Search feature, AI Overview, to six additional countries: India, the UK, Japan, Indonesia, Mexico, and Brazil.
Grok-2 is one of the advanced models that both generate text and visual content. This model could answer user prompts with images.
Grok-2 is one of the advanced models that both generate text and visual content. This model could answer user prompts with images.
Google is a few months early this year from its traditional release schedule in the fall and has now announced its new series of Pixel 9, hoping to nail a more competitive smartphone marketplace.
Google is a few months early this year from its traditional release schedule in the fall and has now announced its new series of Pixel 9, hoping to nail a more competitive smartphone marketplace.
"Deep-Live-Cam" is an open-source software project that enables a real-time face swap in video contents using just a single image.
"Deep-Live-Cam" is an open-source software project that enables a real-time face swap in video contents using just a single image.
Anysphere, the AI startup working on improving productivity through code, has successfully raised more than $60 million in a Series A funding round.
Anysphere, the AI startup working on improving productivity through code, has successfully raised more than $60 million in a Series A funding round.
A cryptic new AI project has the online AI community buzzing with curiosity after OpenAI's Sam Altman posted to X. "Summer in the garden is just the best," he wrote above a picture of ceramic pots with ripe strawberries growing from them.
A cryptic new AI project has the online AI community buzzing with curiosity after OpenAI's Sam Altman posted to X. "Summer in the garden is just the best," he wrote above a picture of ceramic pots with ripe strawberries growing from them.
Figure 02 is self-different from other humanoid robots by many innovative features and improvements that enhance its functionality and capability in interaction.
Figure 02 is self-different from other humanoid robots by many innovative features and improvements that enhance its functionality and capability in interaction.
Figure 02 is a new AI-driven humanoid robot developed by a company that has dedicated its work to the development of commercially viable autonomous humanoid robots.
Figure 02 is a new AI-driven humanoid robot developed by a company that has dedicated its work to the development of commercially viable autonomous humanoid robots.
One of the latest features for YouTube, "Brainstorm with Gemini," stretches the limits with regard to digital content creation. This experimental tool is in testing with a small group of creators and helps them tap into Google's latest AI model, Gemini, directly within YouTube Studio.
One of the latest features for YouTube, "Brainstorm with Gemini," stretches the limits with regard to digital content creation. This experimental tool is in testing with a small group of creators and helps them tap into Google's latest AI model, Gemini, directly within YouTube Studio.
By the beta test launched on August 7, 2024, Maven uses breakthrough natural language processing to answer users' conversational requests. This means that instead of sifting through categories or using very general search terms, a listener now can interact with Maven in their very own words.
By the beta test launched on August 7, 2024, Maven uses breakthrough natural language processing to answer users' conversational requests. This means that instead of sifting through categories or using very general search terms, a listener now can interact with Maven in their very own words.
In a landmark study by the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, researchers found tantalizing evidence of AI chatbots reasoning in ways that are a special mixture of human-like cognitive biases and rational logic.
In a landmark study by the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, researchers found tantalizing evidence of AI chatbots reasoning in ways that are a special mixture of human-like cognitive biases and rational logic.
NBC has leveraged cutting-edge AI technology to create a digital clone of renowned sports commentator Al Michaels' voice. This innovation allows NBC to offer personalized recaps of the Olympics, showcasing the transformative potential of AI in media and setting a new standard for broadcasting.
NBC has leveraged cutting-edge AI technology to create a digital clone of renowned sports commentator Al Michaels' voice. This innovation allows NBC to offer personalized recaps of the Olympics, showcasing the transformative potential of AI in media and setting a new standard for broadcasting.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced an announcement that has since gone viral: his company will start to use humanoid robots in 2022. Mass production of these robots is anticipated by 2025.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced an announcement that has since gone viral: his company will start to use humanoid robots in 2022. Mass production of these robots is anticipated by 2025.
AI is changing content creation, but at a cost. In an innovative study, researchers from the University of Exeter found that although AI can really improve certain aspects of humans' creativity, this could eventually contribute to an outright decline in the total diversity of content.
AI is changing content creation, but at a cost. In an innovative study, researchers from the University of Exeter found that although AI can really improve certain aspects of humans' creativity, this could eventually contribute to an outright decline in the total diversity of content.
As the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris unfold, a more significant improvement in the experience comes through the addition of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in managing various aspects of the event.
As the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris unfold, a more significant improvement in the experience comes through the addition of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in managing various aspects of the event.
OpenAI, an artificial intelligence giant, is on the move to introduce new features in its ChatGPT in a move that many seem to think is poised to take over Google's feet in the market.
OpenAI, an artificial intelligence giant, is on the move to introduce new features in its ChatGPT in a move that many seem to think is poised to take over Google's feet in the market.
Voice actors for videogames and performers for motion capture have gone on strike after labor contract negotiations fell short on protections with workers and artificial intelligence, adding another work stoppage to the list in Hollywood.
Voice actors for videogames and performers for motion capture have gone on strike after labor contract negotiations fell short on protections with workers and artificial intelligence, adding another work stoppage to the list in Hollywood.
Researchers call for regulation to guide responsible, ethical development of bi-hybrid robotics. It is an emerging science that combines man-made parts with living tissue, cells and other biological components.
Researchers call for regulation to guide responsible, ethical development of bi-hybrid robotics. It is an emerging science that combines man-made parts with living tissue, cells and other biological components.
In a major strategy reversal, Google has indicated it will abandon the plan to kill the third-party cookie in the Chrome browser. This is after several years of delays and massive trials.
In a major strategy reversal, Google has indicated it will abandon the plan to kill the third-party cookie in the Chrome browser. This is after several years of delays and massive trials.
A team of researchers from Delft University of Technology has taken a very innovative step toward autonomous navigation in robots by taking a cue from natural life.
A team of researchers from Delft University of Technology has taken a very innovative step toward autonomous navigation in robots by taking a cue from natural life.
A global team of scientists is on the verge of changing everything about how a mechanical version of man's best friend interacts with its owner, using a combination of Artificial Intelligence and edge computing—what's called edge intelligence—to make the robotic dog 'alive'.
A global team of scientists is on the verge of changing everything about how a mechanical version of man's best friend interacts with its owner, using a combination of Artificial Intelligence and edge computing—what's called edge intelligence—to make the robotic dog 'alive'.
With GPT-5, we can expect AI assistance to become even more humanlike. This new model will likely feature enhanced language understanding and generation capabilities. This means AI assistants will hold more natural and coherent conversations, understanding context and nuances better than ever. They will respond in ways that feel more like talking to a real person, using appropriate tone, emotion, and conversational style.
With GPT-5, we can expect AI assistance to become even more humanlike. This new model will likely feature enhanced language understanding and generation capabilities. This means AI assistants will hold more natural and coherent conversations, understanding context and nuances better than ever. They will respond in ways that feel more like talking to a real person, using appropriate tone, emotion, and conversational style.
This model, which excels in both textual intelligence and multimodal reasoning, is priced at15 cents per million input tokens and 60 cents per million output tokens. This marks a dramatic reduction in cost, making it an order of magnitude more affordable than previous frontier models and over 60% cheaper than GPT-3.5 Turbo.
This model, which excels in both textual intelligence and multimodal reasoning, is priced at15 cents per million input tokens and 60 cents per million output tokens. This marks a dramatic reduction in cost, making it an order of magnitude more affordable than previous frontier models and over 60% cheaper than GPT-3.5 Turbo.
The process began with real photos of each garment, which were then used to train a generative AI model to position the garments on a model.
The process began with real photos of each garment, which were then used to train a generative AI model to position the garments on a model.
Quantum Rise's "Consulting 2.0" model leverages the power of artificial intelligence combined with human expertise to streamline business processes and create customized AI solutions.
Quantum Rise's "Consulting 2.0" model leverages the power of artificial intelligence combined with human expertise to streamline business processes and create customized AI solutions.
This change aims to address the growing concern over the misuse of AI-generated content.
This change aims to address the growing concern over the misuse of AI-generated content.
"We're thrilled to partner with Apple to bring ChatGPT to their users in a new and innovative way," said Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI.
"We're thrilled to partner with Apple to bring ChatGPT to their users in a new and innovative way," said Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI.
In addition to C2PA integration, OpenAI is developing new provenance methods like tamper-resistant watermarking for audio and image detection classifiers to identify AI-generated visuals.
In addition to C2PA integration, OpenAI is developing new provenance methods like tamper-resistant watermarking for audio and image detection classifiers to identify AI-generated visuals.
ChatGPT will use FT content to generate summaries, quotes, and links in its responses, ensuring that all information derived from the publication is properly attributed. This feature is intended to enrich the user experience with high-quality, reliable sources directly influencing AI outputs.
ChatGPT will use FT content to generate summaries, quotes, and links in its responses, ensuring that all information derived from the publication is properly attributed. This feature is intended to enrich the user experience with high-quality, reliable sources directly influencing AI outputs.
Adobe is set to revolutionize the process of object manipulation within video scenes. The upcoming tools will allow editors to effortlessly select, track, and replace or remove objects. These capabilities extend to changing visual elements such as an actor’s attire or adding set decorations, all within a few clicks.
Adobe is set to revolutionize the process of object manipulation within video scenes. The upcoming tools will allow editors to effortlessly select, track, and replace or remove objects. These capabilities extend to changing visual elements such as an actor’s attire or adding set decorations, all within a few clicks.
To establish the international, clear norms in the area of AI systems, which have as their objective the development of safe, reliable, and worthy-of-trust AI.
To establish the international, clear norms in the area of AI systems, which have as their objective the development of safe, reliable, and worthy-of-trust AI.
This collaboration aims to bridge the gap between AI technology and journalistic content, enhancing the accessibility and engagement of news for users globally.
This collaboration aims to bridge the gap between AI technology and journalistic content, enhancing the accessibility and engagement of news for users globally.
With a decisive vote tally of 523 in favor, 46 against, and 49 abstentions, this groundbreaking legislation marks a pivotal moment in the regulation of AI technologies, aiming to strike a delicate balance between innovation and ethical governance.
With a decisive vote tally of 523 in favor, 46 against, and 49 abstentions, this groundbreaking legislation marks a pivotal moment in the regulation of AI technologies, aiming to strike a delicate balance between innovation and ethical governance.
Baseten's mission has been clear: to simplify the integration of large-scale machine learning models into business operations.
Baseten's mission has been clear: to simplify the integration of large-scale machine learning models into business operations.
At the forefront of this innovative lineup is Claude 3 Opus, the flagship model that outshines its predecessors and competitors across several key benchmarks
At the forefront of this innovative lineup is Claude 3 Opus, the flagship model that outshines its predecessors and competitors across several key benchmarks
Initially, 'content credentials' will be available for content published by the BBC Verify team on the BBC News site and app. Looking ahead, the BBC plans to collaborate with external publishers and social media networks to ensure that 'content credentials' are effectively displayed wherever news is consumed.
Initially, 'content credentials' will be available for content published by the BBC Verify team on the BBC News site and app. Looking ahead, the BBC plans to collaborate with external publishers and social media networks to ensure that 'content credentials' are effectively displayed wherever news is consumed.
Microsoft's continued investment in AI to enhance user experience in photo editing, making sophisticated editing tasks more accessible to everyday users without the need for professional editing skills.
Microsoft's continued investment in AI to enhance user experience in photo editing, making sophisticated editing tasks more accessible to everyday users without the need for professional editing skills.
This feature is tailored for a broad spectrum of writing tasks, including drafting emails and generating content for social media or websites.
This feature is tailored for a broad spectrum of writing tasks, including drafting emails and generating content for social media or websites.
When choosing an AI moderation tool, journalists and media outfits should weigh aspects such as their platform's specific requirements, operational languages, and the degree of customization needed.
When choosing an AI moderation tool, journalists and media outfits should weigh aspects such as their platform's specific requirements, operational languages, and the degree of customization needed.
Human moderators bring nuanced understanding and contextual judgment to the table, essential for addressing complex issues and evolving forms of inappropriate content.
Human moderators bring nuanced understanding and contextual judgment to the table, essential for addressing complex issues and evolving forms of inappropriate content.
Incorporating human review into the AI summarization process is essential for several reasons. It serves as a quality control measure, ensuring that summaries accurately reflect the content and tone of the full articles. Human editors can identify and correct errors or misinterpretations that AI might overlook, ensuring that the summaries remain trustworthy and reliable.
Incorporating human review into the AI summarization process is essential for several reasons. It serves as a quality control measure, ensuring that summaries accurately reflect the content and tone of the full articles. Human editors can identify and correct errors or misinterpretations that AI might overlook, ensuring that the summaries remain trustworthy and reliable.
This initiative not only reinforces Acrobat's position as the premier tool for PDF management but also sets a new standard for digital document interaction in the era of generative AI.
This initiative not only reinforces Acrobat's position as the premier tool for PDF management but also sets a new standard for digital document interaction in the era of generative AI.
As accuracy is a cornerstone of journalism, it is crucial for journalists to critically assess the outputs of AI tools and complement them with traditional journalistic rigor to ensure the veracity of their reporting.
As accuracy is a cornerstone of journalism, it is crucial for journalists to critically assess the outputs of AI tools and complement them with traditional journalistic rigor to ensure the veracity of their reporting.
The latest update from Clubhouse allows users to train an AI with their voice, enabling them to send text messages that are converted into voice messages, mirroring the sender's unique vocal attributes.
The latest update from Clubhouse allows users to train an AI with their voice, enabling them to send text messages that are converted into voice messages, mirroring the sender's unique vocal attributes.
To combat misinformation and influence operations, Anthropic has deployed automated systems designed to detect and prevent such misuse.
To combat misinformation and influence operations, Anthropic has deployed automated systems designed to detect and prevent such misuse.
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