5 AI developments you might have overlooked today: Increase in AI scams, US holds inaugural military AI conference, and more

AI scams are on the rise, targeting vulnerable populations. The US recently hosted its first military AI conference with global allies. An Israeli startup is using AI for antibody discovery. AR Rahman believes AI can enhance music, not replace jobs. Stay updated with our daily roundup.

1. The increase in AI scams targets vulnerable population groups

AI scams are increasing and preying on vulnerable population groups, especially through social media ads. Complaints to the FTC increased, rising from 2 to 14 per year, reflecting the growth of generative AI tools. Although these numbers seem modest, they point to a bigger issue. According to a Bloomberg report, victims are recounting their losses, including one who lost his life savings to a deeply fake Elon Musk who promoted a fake Tesla investment program on YouTube.

2. The US hosts the first military AI conference with global allies

The US State Department is leading the inaugural meeting of AI treaty signatories and prioritizing military applications. Mark Montgomery of the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies praises the focus on the ethical use of AI in defense. However, some major countries, such as China and Russia, are absent from the talks, showing shortcomings in addressing potential concerns, Fox News reported.

3. An Israeli startup harnesses artificial intelligence to discover antibodies

An Israeli startup, CombinAble.AI, launched by AION Labs, aims to revolutionize antibody design with artificial intelligence. CEO Mati Gill emphasizes the change in approach to streamlining therapeutic development. In partnership with major pharmaceutical companies and backed by industry leaders, CombinAble integrates advanced artificial intelligence and computational methods to accelerate drug development and automate the selection of mutations for enhanced antibody candidates, the Jerusalem Post reported.

4. AR Rahman advocates AI as a tool for improving music, not for job transfer

AR Rahman defends the use of artificial intelligence in music and emphasizes its role as an augmenter and not a substitute for human creativity. In an interview with India Today, he emphasizes the use of technology to uplift and remove generational curses. Rahman calls for the careful use of artificial intelligence to avoid job losses and advocates its use as a tool to speed up processes and improve life.

5. The new bill proposes a 32-hour work week amid the development of artificial intelligence

Senator Bernie Sanders, Senators Laphonza Butler and Mark Takano are introducing a bill proposing a 32-hour work week to close the growing income gap. The bill highlights the rising salaries of CEOs and the stagnant incomes of workers. The bill aims to prioritize family time and secure wages. Sanders emphasizes the need for change amid the development of artificial intelligence and robotics and emphasizes the urgency of workplace reform, Forbes reports.