Exploring the Latest Developments in Artificial Intelligence: Sports Betting, Assessing Aging Drivers and More
Let’s take a look at today’s roundup, featuring ScaleAI’s goal to become the leading AI supplier for the US in the competition against China. Additionally, AI is set to revolutionize sports betting by providing a personalized experience similar to Netflix. A study suggests that AI could potentially resolve Wikipedia’s citation challenges. Moreover, insurers are turning to AI to evaluate cognitive decline in elderly drivers. Stay tuned for more updates.
1. ScaleAI aims to be America’s AI weapons dealer in the race against China
Alexandr Wang, CEO of ScaleAI, aims to provide the US military with AI technology to gain an edge over China. ScaleAI has won a $249 million contract with the Department of Defense and has deployed its large language model chatbot, Donovan, on the classified military network. According to a Washington Post report, Wang believes that private technology companies are essential to developing the kind of artificial intelligence that will maintain the superiority of the US military.
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2. Artificial intelligence personalizes sports betting and brings a Netflix-like experience
Generative AI is set to revolutionize sports betting by providing personalized experiences based on users’ unique interests and preferences. SharpLink Gaming’s BetSense engine uses machine learning to tailor betting offers and content, aiming to bridge the gap between sports betting and online shopping and social media personalization. Although there are challenges with the integration due to the old technology, BetSense is being tested with SaharaBets before a wider rollout, Fox Business reports.
3. Wikipedia’s citation problems can be solved with artificial intelligence, research suggests
The AI-powered SIDE system looks promising to improve the accuracy and completeness of Wikipedia references. The system is able to identify and suggest alternatives to incorrect or inaccurate references with high accuracy. While some users prefer the existing references, a significant number find the AI suggested references satisfactory or even better, Indian Express reported.
4. Insurers turn to AI to assess cognitive decline in aging drivers
Artificial intelligence startup Mind Foundry has raised $22 million in funding to help insurance companies detect cognitive decline in older drivers. The startup’s AI tools analyze driving data to identify signs of cognitive decline, which can help insurance companies predict and prevent accidents. Mind Foundry’s work aims to ensure that older drivers who are still safe behind the wheel can maintain their independence and mobility, according to a Japan Times report.
5. China Prioritizes Artificial Intelligence in “Smart Warfare,” Pentagon Warns
China is prioritizing the development of artificial intelligence with the goal of achieving “intelligent warfare,” which focuses on the use of artificial intelligence in future conflicts. The Pentagon and other US intelligence agencies have expressed concern about China’s AI ambitions and warn that they could pose a significant threat to US security, Fox Business reports.
