AI reveals fingerprints may not be unique, Confidential discussions on AI risks, and more: 5 things you might have overlooked today
In our daily roundup, let’s take a look at the recent developments in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and the U.S. House Speaker discussed the potential risks associated with AI in light of regulatory hurdles. Additionally, there have been undisclosed discussions between American and Chinese AI companies regarding safety concerns. Pipefy has introduced HR automation powered by AI, featuring customizable chatbots. Furthermore, Google Cloud has unveiled generative AI tools that aim to revolutionize retail experiences.
1. OpenAI CEO and Speaker of the US House of Representatives talk about AI risks amid regulatory challenges
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and US House Speaker Mike Johnson met to discuss AI risks on Capitol Hill. Amid Democratic efforts to regulate AI, a divided Congress is hampering progress. Altman emphasized balancing the benefits and risks of artificial intelligence and expected legislative action. According to a Reuters report, the goal of the meeting was to measure the potential of artificial intelligence and the risks associated with it.
2. US and Chinese AI companies hold secret talks on AI security issues
US AI companies OpenAI, Anthropic and Cohere practiced secret diplomacy with Chinese AI experts in Geneva. Two meetings in July and October brought together North American AI groups and representatives from Tsinghua University to discuss AI’s potential to spread misinformation. The negotiations aimed to address risks, encourage security research investments and create international standards. In the race between China and the United States over artificial intelligence, the cooperation is a sign of rare cooperation as Washington restricts exports to China of high-performance chips crucial to advanced AI software development, the Financial Times reported.
3. Pipefy launches AI-based HR automation with custom chatbots
Pipefy, the world’s leading supplier of artificial intelligence-based process automation, has announced Pipefy AI for HR. Featuring customizable chatbots, the solution offers 24/7 assistance to employees and instant access to HR data and forms. Employees can submit requests, inquire about policies, and more. The goal of the AI tool is to improve HR efficiency, allowing teams to focus on strategic planning and 1:1 interaction, which improves the employee experience. Alessio Alionco, CEO of Pipefy, emphasizes the tool’s role in automating workflows and managing routine tasks, according to the HR Dive report.
4. Google Cloud Introduces Creative AI Tools That Will Transform Retail Experiences
Google Cloud has launched creative AI tools for retailers, including a chatbot for websites and apps that provide personalized product recommendations. The series also has an extensive language model to improve product searches, and is initially available in select stores, with wider availability later this year. These tools reflect the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence in retail, as Amazon and other retailers adopt similar technology to improve online shopping experiences and operational efficiencies, according to a CNBC report.
5. Columbia University research challenges the uniqueness of fingerprints with artificial intelligence analysis
A Columbia University study challenges the belief in the uniqueness of fingerprints. Using an AI tool trained on 60,000 fingerprints, the study suggests 75-90 percent accuracy in identifying whether different fingerprints belong to the same person. The AI seems to focus on ridge orientation rather than traditional detail markers. Despite uncertainty about the mechanism, researchers highlight the departure from traditional forensic methods, prompting a re-evaluation of assumptions about the uniqueness of fingerprints, the BBC reports.
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