Meta Introduces AI Assistant Powered by Public Facebook and Instagram Data

Meta Unveils AI Assistant Trained on Public Facebook and Instagram Content

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Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has revealed that its new Meta AI virtual assistant was trained using public posts from these social media platforms. The company, however, assured that it excluded private posts shared only with family and friends to protect user privacy. Meta’s President of Global Affairs, Nick Clegg, emphasized the company’s commitment to respecting user privacy during the training process. He stated that private chats

ChatGPT's Knowledge Expanded with Real-Time Information Access

ChatGPT’s Latest Update: Access to Up-to-Date Information Now Available

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OpenAI, the organization behind the ChatGPT chatbot, has made a significant update to its capabilities. ChatGPT can now browse the internet to provide users with current information, a feature that was previously unavailable. This means that premium users will be able to ask ChatGPT questions about current events and access the latest news. Before this update, ChatGPT’s knowledge was limited to data up until September 2021. It couldn’t provide real-time

Spotify Boss Ensures AI-Made Music Won't Be Banned

Spotify CEO Ensures AI-Made Music Won’t Be Banned

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Daniel Ek, the CEO of Spotify, has stated that the music streaming platform has no plans to ban content created by artificial intelligence (AI). While discussing the use of AI in music, Ek mentioned that AI should not be used to impersonate human artists without their consent. He emphasized the importance of distinguishing between various applications of AI in music, categorizing them into three “buckets”: Although AI is not entirely

Google Pledges $20 Million to Drive Responsible AI Technologies

Google Unveils $20 Million Fund for Responsible AI Advancements

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Following the Google Cloud Next conference in San Francisco, where Google unveiled a host of generative AI projects and tools, the tech giant has announced the launch of the Digital Futures Project. This initiative aims to bring together diverse voices in the field of AI development and promote responsible AI innovation. Alongside this project, Google has introduced a $20 million fund dedicated to supporting the responsible development of AI. A

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has announced its latest AI chip

AMD Unveils New AI Chip to Rival Nvidia’s Dominance in AI Computing

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Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has announced its latest AI chip, the M1300X, aiming to compete with Nvidia’s stronghold on the AI chip market. With its advanced GPU technology and optimized architecture, AMD is positioning itself as a strong contender in the rapidly expanding field of artificial intelligence. AMD’s M1300X GPU for AI applications is set to enter the market in Q3 2023, with mass production beginning in Q4. This announcement

The FBI has warned that deepfake extortion scams are on the rise.

FBI: AI Deepfake Extortion Scams on the Rise, How to Protect Yourself

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The FBI has warned that deepfake extortion scams are on the rise. In these scams, criminals use AI to create fake videos or audio recordings of the victim that make it look or sound like they are doing something illegal or embarrassing. The criminals then threaten to release the deepfake to the public if the victim does not pay them a ransom. The FBI has received over 7,000 reports of

European officials have called on companies developing generative AI tools to create a voluntary code of conduct that would make their products more transparent to the public.

EU Officials Call for More Transparency in AI-Generated Content to Ensure Transparency and Accountability

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European officials have called on companies developing generative AI tools to create a voluntary code of conduct that would make their products more transparent to the public. In a statement on June 5, Vera Jourova, the European Commission’s vice president for values and transparency, said that companies that use generative AI to create content should label it as such and put in place safeguards to prevent it from being used

Eric Horvitz discusses the future of AI and announces a series of essays written by AI experts who were given early access to OpenAI's GPT-4 before its public launch.

Microsoft’s CSO Eric Horvitz Sees AI as a Force for Good, but Calls for Caution

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Eric Horvitz, Microsoft’s chief scientific officer, believes that artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to be a force for good in the world. However, he also believes that there are risks associated with AI, and he has called for a responsible approach to its development and use. In a blog post published on May 30, Horvitz discusses the future of AI and announces a series of essays written by AI

Japanese AI experts argue that this could lead to a large number of copyright infringement cases

Japanese AI experts call for regulation of AI bots trained on copyrighted material

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A group of Japanese AI experts has warned of the risks of using illegally-obtained information to train AI. The experts argue that this could lead to a large number of copyright infringement cases, job losses, the spread of false information, and the leaking of confidential information. The experts point to the fact that AI bots are becoming increasingly sophisticated and that they are able to generate text, translate languages, and

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

OpenAI Threatens to Exit Europe Over AI Regulation

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has hinted that the company might pull out of Europe if it cannot comply with pending European Union AI regulations. The key issue is a rule in the EU AI Act that would require companies to disclose copyrighted materials used in developing generative AI tools. Last week, Apple joined other corporations in prohibiting employees from using ChatGPT and other third-party AI tools for their work over

Pakistan's government has set a goal of producing 1 million AI-trained IT graduates by 2027

Pakistan’s Ambitious Plan to Produce 1 Million AI-Trained IT Graduates by 2027

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Pakistan’s government has set a goal of producing 1 million AI-trained IT graduates by 2027. This goal is part of the country’s National Artificial Intelligence Policy, which was launched in 2022. The policy aims to make Pakistan a global hub for AI research and development. To achieve this goal, the government is investing in AI education and training, as well as in the development of AI-enabled businesses and industries. The

US government seeks guidance from AI experts to protect society

White House meets with AI leaders to address societal challenges

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The White House held a meeting on Thursday between Vice President Kamala Harris and top executives from leading companies involved in artificial intelligence (AI) development. The meeting aimed to reiterate the Biden administration’s commitment to fostering responsible and ethical AI development while mitigating risks to society, security, and the economy. Recent developments in AI, particularly the success of OpenAI’s ChatGPT program, have brought the ethical use of AI to the

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