5 AI developments you might have overlooked today: South Korea raises concerns about AI, Qualcomm introduces latest AI processor, and more
In a recent global summit, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol raised concerns about the impact of AI on democracy, specifically highlighting the dangers of fake news and disinformation being spread through AI technology. Additionally, Qualcomm unveiled its latest Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, which boasts the capability to support on-device generative AI. Stay informed about these and other AI developments on March 18, 2024.
- The president of South Korea talks about the risk of artificial intelligence
South Korea is holding its third democracy summit, where the country’s president will discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on human rights and democracy. Yeol also accused Russia and China of promoting disinformation campaigns. Yeal said at the summit: “Fake news and disinformation based on artificial intelligence and digital technology not only violate individual freedom and human rights, but also threaten democratic systems,” according to a Reuters report.
2. Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset with gen AI features
Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset for next-generation flagship phones has been revealed. The chipset supports the device’s creative AI features, Wi-Fi 7, HD audio, surround sound, up to a 200-megapixel camera, and more. The circuit series includes 30 large language models (LLM), including Baichuan-7B, Llama 2 and Gemini Nano. The Hindu reports that Xiaomi is the first smartphone brand to integrate the newly announced processor. The chipset also works in Honor, iQOO and Realme smartphones.
3. The Infinix Note 40 series was launched with AI features
Infinix announced its new Note 40 series which includes Note 40, Note 40 Pro, Note 40 Pro and Note 40 Pro Plus. The devices come with several AI features like Active Halo AI lighting, Folax, Ask AI, AI wallpaper generator and more. According to the press release, the series is powered by the Dimensity 7020 and Helio G99 chipset, which enables the device to support advanced AI features.
4. Legal action against AI voice clone startup
A London-based AI startup called Jammable, which specializes in cloning the voices of famous celebrities, is now facing serious legal action over copyright issues from the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). A BPI lawyer said: “Jammable and a growing number of others like them are abusing AI technology by misappropriating the creativity of others and making fake content. In doing so, they are putting the future success of British musicians and their music at risk,” according to a UKTN report.
5. Kubiya.ai announces AI Agents for Platform Engineering
DevOps automation company Kubiya.ai announces its new “DevOps Digital Agents” for platform engineering. AI agents claim to perform complex tasks, queries and actions. According to the press release, the tool allows users to get to the bottom of process automation, improve productivity and improve SLAs. In addition, the AI agent is said to offer enterprise-grade security and architecture to increase trust. .
