Exploring the Latest Developments in Artificial Intelligence: Google Photos’ AI-Powered Memories, Chinese AI Regulation, and More
Today marked a significant day in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). According to leaked information, WhatsApp is currently experimenting with a fresh feature that empowers users to create AI-driven stickers using basic text prompts. Additionally, Google Photos is introducing a novel Memories view feature, enabling users to include or exclude photos from their memories. This feature will also utilize AI in various ways to provide a unique and relatable Memories view. If you happened to miss these or other comparable AI-related updates today, here is a brief recap of today’s AI roundup.
WhatsApp is testing an artificial intelligence sticker feature
WhatsApp is the latest app to jump on the AI bandwagon. According to a report by WABetaInfo, the app is testing an experimental new feature that will allow users to create new stickers with just a text prompt. This new feature was seen in the Stickers tab. You’ll see a new Create button, tapping it will open the AI sticker window. Here, you simply type a text prompt like “Cat laughing on a skateboard” and the AI will instantly generate it for you to use.
It’s unclear which generative AI model will use this new feature, but according to the report, Meta will provide it securely. It’s probably the new Llama 2 model. The feature is currently in beta testing, so it may take a while before it reaches the general public.
Google Photos is getting a new Memories view feature
Four years ago, Google Photos added a new feature called Memories, which displayed daily highlights from a user’s gallery. These included photos from the same day in the past and photos that the user has not seen for a while. Now, Google announced that it’s expanding the feature and creating a Memories view, a separate tab in Google Photos that’s automatically curated and organized with the help of artificial intelligence.
“You’ll find the Memories view — rolling out today in the US and rolling out globally in the coming months — in the updated navigation menu at the bottom of the Photos app, so it’s always easy to access,” said Google. .
China’s new AI regulation goes into effect today
Some time ago, China created preliminary guidelines for artificial intelligence operations and its management. These regulations were set to take effect today, August 15, according to a report by Cointelegraph. The guidelines were called “generative AI measures” and were drawn up by six different government agencies working together on them. The rules were published on 10.7.
A US Democratic task force aims to shape AI policy
US Democrats are forming a task force to shape AI policy. The group aims to prevent the use and creation of deep fakes, which have threatened the country’s national security as well as the upcoming 2024 elections, according to a report by CNBC.
Representative Derek Kilmer chairs the AI Policy Task Force, a 97-member group of House members. “There’s a real concern about the potential for AI-generated disinformation, the abuse of advanced AI models. And that’s the kind of thing that requires Congress to get smart and get smart fast,” Kilmer told CNBC.
GoDaddy Studio adds instant video capabilities powered by artificial intelligence
Internet domain name registrar GoDaddy is introducing a new instant video feature to help small businesses grow into content creators. This feature is supported by artificial intelligence available in GoDaddy Studio.
“Branded video marketing is key to standing out online, and GoDaddy Studio’s AI-powered Instant Video makes it easy for small businesses to quickly create social media and video content without technical know-how. Using the latest technology, entrepreneurs can now better maximize social media platforms’ algorithms that favor video and increase engagement to grow their business.” says Laka Sriram, director of product management at GoDaddy.
