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The new AI-powered YouTube is rolling out to creators. (YouTube) AI 

YouTube Introduces AI-Based Technology to Enable Content Creation

Nitin Misra,

On Wednesday, September 21, YouTube unveiled a selection of new AI-driven tools that enable individuals to become creators on its platform. These tools provide users with the ability to effortlessly edit videos and upload them to YouTube. Over the past year, Google has made significant investments in its AI tools, incorporating them into various products. Following the integration of AI tools into Workspace and the inclusion of YouTube and other Google apps’ extensions in Google Bard, YouTube now introduces its own set of AI tools, including Dream Screen, a new…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, September 21. (Bloomberg) AI 

McAfee Launches AI-Powered Product, Expert Calls for AI Regulation, and More: 5 Highlights from Today’s AI News

Febin Mathew,

Alok Bansal, an expert in the banking, financial services, and insurance industry, highlighted the urgent requirement for a cohesive regulatory structure as generative AI gains popularity, particularly in sectors dealing with sensitive information. ConveGenius has recently introduced SwiftChat, an AI chatbot platform hosted on Amazon Web Services, which offers customized educational content in local languages to government schools. In another development, authors such as George RR Martin have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing them of unauthorized use of their content to train AI models. All this and more in…

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Amazon introduced its new Alexa with more than a sprinkle of generative AI and LLM models improving the speech patterns of the voice assistant. AI 

Can Generative AI Help Alexa Compete With ChatGPT and Google?

Adriana Marais, ,

Alexa, what’s the weather like? This has generally been the way to use Amazon’s voice assistant for years, but the company has now relied on creative AI to help polish Alexa and make it more human than ever before. Amazon hosted its annual device event on Wednesday, and as expected, the company had a lot of AI stuff to share that will deliver a new look for Alexa. Amazon has confirmed that chat Alexa will be rolled out to all Echo devices launched in 2014. Generative AI is a hot…

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Amazon has unveiled a new generation of Echo devices that can understand conversational phrases and respond using generative AI. AI 

Amazon Unveils Echo Devices With AI-Powered Capabilities

Jim Hendler, ,

With AI becoming the buzzword of 2023, Amazon is finally bringing generative AI capabilities to Amazon Alexa. The announcement was made at its Devices and Services event yesterday, where the Seattle-based tech giant revealed plans to introduce a new generative AI model to its Echo smart home device lineup. Later, Amazon also announced a new generation of Echo devices that understand conversational phrases and react using artificial intelligence. The range includes the new Echo Show 8, Echo Hub and Echo Frames – all designed with artificial intelligence in mind. “These…

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Tech giant Nvidia and India's Infosys are partnering to bring Nvidia's enterprise-grade AI models, runtimes, and GPU systems to Infosys Topaz. AI 

NVIDIA and Infosys Join Forces to Utilize Generative AI for Businesses

Febin Mathew, ,

Nvidia and India’s Infosys have announced a new strategic partnership to empower companies and enterprises with generative AI-based solutions to increase productivity. Through this collaboration, Nvidia brings its enterprise-grade AI models, runtimes and GPU systems to Infosys Topaz, AI’s first suite of services, solutions and platforms using generative AI technology. “Through the integration, Infosys is creating offerings that customers can adopt to easily integrate creative AI into their business,” Nvidia said. In addition, Infosys plans to set up an “Nvidia Center of Excellence” where it will train and certify its…

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Uber Eats to introduce more payment options and AI assistant. (Pixabay) AI 

AI and Additional Payment Options to be Introduced by Uber Eats

Adarsh V.K,

On Wednesday, Uber Technologies announced that it will expand the range of payment options available on its food delivery platform and introduce an AI-powered assistant to assist users in discovering food options and accessing deals. Uber Eats is getting a separate section that showcases promotional offers, called the “Sales Aisle.” The new features are scheduled to be released this year or in 2024. Food delivery platforms have been investing in artificial intelligence in an attempt to offer a better curated service and make their apps more convenient. In May, rival…

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Google Bard extension can crap details from Google Drive and Gmail. (AP) AI 

Google’s AI Chatbot Utilizes Gmail for Personalized Conversations

Adriana Marais,

In an effort to convince users that generative AI is valuable and not merely a passing trend, Google announced on Tuesday that it has incorporated Gmail, YouTube, and various other tools into its Bard chatbot. The search engine juggernaut has been quietly developing AI powers for years, but was caught off guard when OpenAI released ChatGPT late last year and partnered with Microsoft to make its features available to users around the world. Google then released its own Bard chatbot earlier this year, making it available in more than 40…

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This is how Google Bard is taking the help of Google app extensions to find you more relevant information without looking up other Google apps. (Google) AI 

Google Introduces AI Chatbot for Gmail, YouTube, Maps, and Docs via Bard Extensions

Adriana Marais,

Google Bard, the AI chatbot fueled by Google’s native large language model, is receiving a significant enhancement. Since its public release, the chatbot has been available to all users at no cost. Unlike OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which only offers basic functionality, Google Bard can access the internet to provide real-time information. However, a recent update has equipped the chatbot with an essential feature that allows it to retrieve even more pertinent and precise information, surpassing previous expectations. With the introduction of Google Bard Extensions, the chatbot can now integrate with your…

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Experts believe that a new augmented reality microscope (ARM) will make cancer detection easier. (Pexels) AI 

Google to Develop AI Microscope to Aid in Cancer Detection for Small Clinics and Patients

Adriana Marais,

Google has been investing in AI startups for several years in order to create something remarkable. Recently, Google has partnered with the U.S. Department of Defense to collaborate on the development of an automated cancer detection microscope specifically for healthcare workers in the cancer department. According to reports, this microscope will be powered by AI, making it more convenient for doctors and saving them time. Find out more about this innovative Google AI-powered microscope. Google Augmented Reality Microscope (ARM) Google first introduced the Augmented Reality Microscope (ARM) in 2018. They…

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With the updates, Google also said it was adding a feature for people to “double-check” Bard’s responses. (AFP) AI 

Google Introduces ChatGPT Competitor Bard to its Suite of Services

Adriana Marais, , , ,

Google has revealed its latest strategy to assert dominance in generative artificial intelligence by integrating the technology into numerous highly popular products. The Alphabet Inc. division announced Tuesday that it will equip services such as Gmail, Maps, Docs and YouTube with its Bard chatbot. Google’s Bard, first released in February, has lagged behind OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Google executives, who are scrutinized by regulators around the world, have said they are in no rush to release AI services. Google said in a blog post on Tuesday that the new features will allow…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, September 19. (Pixabay) AI 

5 Recent AI Developments You Should Know About: Google Apps Get Bard, AI in Consumer Courts and More

Adriana Marais,

Google is incorporating its generative AI chatbot, Google Bard, into various apps such as Gmail, YouTube, Docs, and Maps using Bard Extensions. In an effort to establish itself as a worldwide authority in AI regulations, China has received an invitation to attend the UK’s Artificial Intelligence Safety Summit in November. Meanwhile, the Consumer Affairs Ministry in India is utilizing AI to decrease the number of unresolved cases in consumer courts. All this and more in today’s AI review. 1. Gmail, YouTube, Docs get Google Bard To capture the competitive AI…

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Microsoft assures that consumer data was not part of the leaked database which seems to have been created for training AI models. AI 

Microsoft AI Group Accidentally Exposes 38TB of Internal Data

Adriana Marais

Microsoft has suffered a major problem this week as its AI research has accidentally leaked 38TB of Microsoft employees’ personal data. The leak was discovered by a cybersecurity firm called Wiz, and worryingly, the leaked data includes passwords for Microsoft services, secret keys, and messages from the company’s internal Teams account of more than 30,000. Microsoft claims that no consumer data has been compromised, and even internal services are not at risk. According to the report, the file included a link to a database that allowed any researcher to download…

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Nearly 38TB of Microsoft’s data was shared via a blob URL in a GitHub repository. (AP) AI 

Microsoft AI Researchers Unintentionally Expose 38TB of Sensitive Data, Including Passwords and Secret Keys

Adriana Marais,

In 2023, the issue of cybersecurity is a major worry for individuals and businesses alike. Surprisingly, even large technology companies are not immune to the intrusion of hackers and cybercriminals. Recently, a significant amount of data, approximately 38TB, was unintentionally leaked online. Despite the implementation of various data protection measures by companies to prevent external threats, this particular data breach reportedly involved Microsoft employees. Let’s delve into the details of what occurred. Big data leak In a blog post, Microsoft announced that researchers at cloud security company Wiz discovered that…

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New set of principles for regulating artificial intelligence has been rolled out by UK. (Pexels) AI 

UK Competition Authority to Investigate AI Algorithms More Closely

Febin Mathew

The UK’s competition authority has introduced a fresh set of guidelines for overseeing artificial intelligence and initiated a project to enhance its examination of this rapidly advancing technology. The Competition and Markets Authority said on Monday that artificial intelligence could quickly affect markets and consumers after extensive initial assessment. It outlined seven principles for regulating AI systems trained on a huge bank of data that can be adapted to different tasks – known as basic models. The regulator said it is launching a major program to develop its position on…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, September 18. (Pixabay) AI 

UK Unveils AI Principles, PwC Launches AI Initiative, and More: 5 AI Developments You May Have Missed

Febin Mathew

Let’s take a look at today’s roundup, which includes the UK introducing AI principles to prevent tech giants from dominating, the revolutionary impact of AI on clinical research and the future of healthcare, a Texas church utilizing an AI-generated service powered by ChatGPT, and Pebble challenging Elon Musk’s X with AI-generated content. 1. UK unveils AI principles to prevent dominance by tech giants The UK has unveiled principles aimed at preventing tech giants from being dominated by artificial intelligence. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) strives to balance innovation with…

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displays a new Toshiba tablet hybrid at the opening of Taiwan's Computex 2013, one of the world's largest IT exhibitions, in Taipei. (Photo: AP/Wally Santana) AI 

Intel Identifies Glass as a Crucial Component in the Competition to Fuel Artificial Intelligence

Febin Mathew, , ,

Intel Corp. is placing its bets on an unconventional substance, glass, to assist in managing the escalating artificial intelligence workloads of computers worldwide. Intel researchers argue that as processors grow in size and complexity, their capacity to communicate with other computer parts will become a bottleneck. To address this issue, the company proposes employing glass-based substrates, positioned between the chip and connecting components, as the solution. For Intel, the chip pioneer now chasing Nvidia Corp. for the limelight, the new approach offers a chance to show its ability to innovate…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, September 17. (Pexels) AI 

5 AI Developments You Should Know About: AI-enabled Cameras, Celebrities Utilizing AI to Fight Deepfakes, and More

Febin Mathew

Let’s take a look at today’s roundup, which includes various stories such as the implementation of AI-powered cameras to combat poaching in Madhya Pradesh, the recognition of Indian American philanthropists on the TIME100 AI list for their social impact, the superiority of AI over humans in designing efficient city layouts, and an Indian entrepreneur’s AI start-up revolutionizing service booking. 1. AI-powered cameras to fight poaching in Madhya Pradesh 2. Indian-American philanthropists shine on the TIME100 AI list for their social impact Several Indian Americans have earned a spot on TIME…

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Nvidia is generating so much cash from the artificial intelligence boom that it has more than enough to invest in new chips and return money to shareholders. (REUTERS) AI 

Nvidia’s Cash Reserves Can Fund Buybacks and Crucial Research and Development

Febin Mathew,

Investors who are concerned that Nvidia Corp.’s significant allocation of funds towards stock buybacks might hinder its ability to invest in crucial research and development can find reassurance in the chipmaker’s increasing free cash flow. Nvidia is generating so much money from the AI boom that it has more than enough to invest in new chips and return cash to shareholders. Free cash flow and research and development spending both hit records in Nvidia’s fiscal second quarter, and the company still had about $1 billion left over after spending $3…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, September 16. (Unsplash ) AI 

UK Ban on China from AI Summit Could Impact Gen X and Millennials

Febin Mathew

Let’s take a look at today’s daily roundup, which includes news about UP PM Rishi Sunak considering restrictions on Chinese officials’ involvement in an AI summit due to concerns about spying. Additionally, there is a growing enthusiasm among Gen X and millennials to adopt AI in the workplace. Furthermore, efforts are being made to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through AI-powered fleet management. Lastly, the creation of virtual urban landscapes is proving to be a challenging task, as demonstrated by the AI-designed infiniCity. 1. Rishi Sunak pushes for limiting Chinese government…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, September 15. (Pixabay) AI 

Tencent Receives Approval for AI Model, Plus Other AI Developments You May Have Missed

Febin Mathew,

Tencent has received regulatory clearance to introduce its AI model, Hunyuan, in China. This advanced technology is already utilized in more than 50 of Tencent’s offerings. Researchers from Finland and Norway have discovered that AI chatbots such as ChatGPT-3 and ChatGPT-4 exhibit greater creativity in generating unique concepts for ordinary objects compared to the average human. Additionally, MIT experts have developed Style2Fab, an innovative generative AI tool that enables users to personalize 3D-printable designs using natural language instructions while maintaining functionality. All this and more in today’s AI review. 1.…

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