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Febin Mathew, Co-Founder & Editor at ReturnByte, reports on modern technology advanced including AI & Robotics. He has been helping people figure out their tech to make informed choices. Being a creative expressionist, he loves capturing aesthetic visuals that build narratives. For leisure, he loves gaming, riding motorcycles and hiking. Follow him @febinmathew7 on Instagram
AI model from India will be looking to compete with global products like ChatGPT and Gemini AI in the market. AI 

Here’s What We Know About Krutrim, India’s First AI Language Model Launched by Ola’s Chief

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Ola operates cabs and other services in India, but the company has goals for much more than assembly facilities. Ola chief Bhavish Aggrawal has jumped into the AI bandwagon with one of India’s first indigenous AI models called Krutrim. Ola claims that Krutrim is based on local Indian languages, data and more. The company wants the country to move away from Western AI products (ChatGPT and Google demonstrated here) as India builds its own AI model. Ola had announced Krutrim (which means artificial in Sanskrit) at a live event on…

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“Our LLM is voice-enabled, and able to understand several languages and even as a mix of languages such as Hinglish — Hindi and English,” Ola CEO BhavishAggarwal said. (Bloomberg) AI 

Indian Large Language Model Launched by Krutrim, the AI Startup of Ola Founder Bhavish Aggarwal

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India’s inaugural multilingual large language model, capable of producing text in 10 Indian languages, has been introduced by Krutrim, an artificial intelligence startup established by serial entrepreneur Bhavish Aggarwal. “LLM is voice-enabled and can understand multiple languages and even mixed languages like Hinglish-Hindi and English,” Aggarwal said at an event in Bangalore on Friday at the campus of Ola Group, where he is the head. managing director. “It is uniquely Indian.” Krutrim, which means “artificial” in Sanskrit, also develops data centers and eventually aims to create servers and supercomputers for…

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Today’s AI news: Bing AI makes election info error, financial systems at risk from AI, and more

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In today’s AI roundup, the artificial intelligence industry experienced unexpected developments. AI hallucination, a recurring challenge for emerging technology, resurfaced. Microsoft’s AI chatbot Bing AI faced a significant error when responding to inquiries about elections in Germany and Switzerland. Additionally, the US Financial Stability Oversight Council discovered that the swift integration of AI could introduce fresh risks to the country’s financial system. Let’s delve deeper into these stories and more. Microsoft’s Bing AI answers election questions incorrectly A study by European non-profits AI Forensics and AlgorithmWatch shows that Microsoft’s Bing…

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Apple Vision Pro is expected to launch in 2024 and the company is now giving more people the chance to experience the headset. Reviews 

Here’s What People Have to Say About the Preview of Spatial Videos on Vision Pro Headset

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The Apple Vision Pro headset continues to catch the eye, even though the product hasn’t hit the market since it was first announced at WWDC 2023 earlier this year. The company plans to release the product in early 2024, and now it’s starting to let more people experience and use the mixed reality headset to see if it lives up to all the hype. Apple has given media representatives the opportunity to shoot status video with the iPhone 15 Pro and then watch it with Vision Pro headphones. It’s fair…

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Voicemod's VMgram is a real-time voice modulator that can change your voice dynamically in calls on Telegram by leveraging AI. (Google Play Store) AI 

Introducing VMgram by Voicemod: An AI-driven voice modulator for Telegram; Discover this AI tool designed for streamers

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The global adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) has influenced major tech companies to integrate this technology into their range of products. Popular apps such as Instagram and WhatsApp have already reaped the benefits of AI, incorporating innovative features. Telegram has also been actively enhancing its user experience by introducing various features in recent months. Now, Telegram is set to receive an AI upgrade with the launch of VMgram, the “Ultimate Voicemod Telegram Mod” for Android smartphones. Learn more about VMgram and its capabilities. VMgram on Telegram For the uninitiated, Telegram…

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Vinod Khosla cited concerns like China leveraging advanced AI to manipulate elections through targeted outreach using numerous bots to influence individual voters. (Bloomberg) AI 

Open AI investor Vinod Khosla claims China poses a greater threat than non-sentient AI in killing humans.

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The emergence of AI has sparked a divide between those who view it as beneficial and those who see it as a danger to humanity. While the risks of artificial intelligence are being discussed worldwide, influential industry leaders hold differing opinions. Vinod Khosla, a renowned investor and early supporter of OpenAI, has sparked controversy by suggesting that the real threat lies with China, not AI. Khosla, who invested $50 million in OpenAI through his venture capital firm Khosla Ventures in 2019, shared his perspective at Fortune’s Brainstorm AI conference. Another…

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Epic Games is gifting 17 free games, kicking off with Destiny 2: Legacy Collection. Additionally, there are big discounts on games like Alan Wake 2 as well. Gaming 

Epic Offers 17 Free Games and Significant Discounts on Alan Wake 2 and More

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Epic Games has revealed that it will be giving away a total of 17 games as part of its holiday celebrations. The first game in this lineup is Destiny 2: Legacy Collection, which can be claimed until December 20th. When you visit Epic Games’ free games page, you’ll notice that the next mystery game hasn’t been revealed yet. It will be interesting to see what it is on December 20th. New games are still unlocked in the same way going forward. The holiday festivities extend beyond free games; you can…

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AI could be utilized to tackle climate change. Know how. (Pexels) AI 

Climate Change: AI Poses Both Benefits and Risks

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Before tech companies can effectively use artificial intelligence to combat climate change, they must first prevent AI from exacerbating the issue. “It’s absolutely true that AI is an energy-intensive technology,” said Sims Witherspoon, director of climate action at Google DeepMind. “Those technologies will have a carbon footprint until we have a fully clean energy grid.” Witherspoon made the remarks in an interview on the latest episode of the Bloomberg Originals series AI IRL, which is now streaming. According to the International Energy Agency, data centers around the world currently account…

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Intel’s new product with the most to prove may be the Gaudi 3, the latest installment of a line that competes with Nvidia Corp.’s industry-leading H100. (REUTERS) AI 

Intel reveals server and PC chips in an attempt to enter the AI market, but faces strong competition from AMD and Nvidia.

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Intel Corp., the largest producer of processors for personal computers, has unveiled new chips designed for both PCs and data centers. The company aims to capture a larger portion of the rapidly growing market for artificial intelligence hardware. The lineup includes updated Xeon server chips — the processor’s second overhaul in less than a year — that use less power and improve performance and memory, the company said in a statement Thursday. Intel’s Ultra Core chips for laptops and desktops allow PCs to handle AI functions directly. Intel’s new product…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, December 14. (Unsplash) AI 

Pope Francis raises concerns about AI risks, Putin encounters his AI replica, and more: 5 AI updates you might have overlooked today

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On December 14, there were notable developments in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). Pope Francis called on global leaders to ensure that advancements in AI technology are used to promote human unity and peace, ahead of the upcoming World Day of Peace anniversary. Additionally, Russian President Vladimir Putin had a moment of surprise when he encountered an AI-generated replica of himself. These stories and more are covered in today’s AI roundup, providing a detailed examination of the latest happenings in the AI world. The Pope warns of the danger…

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While both the Tokyo and the New Delhi Declarations express commitment to the OECD AI Principles and responsible AI development, they differ in their specific focus, goals, and actionable items AI 

Tech Talk | New Delhi’s GPAI Declaration Takes a Distinct Approach to AI Compared to Tokyo’s

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While both the Tokyo and New Delhi declarations express commitment to the OECD AI Principles and responsible AI development, they differ in their specific focuses, goals and practical targets. 📣 #GPAI countries unanimously adopt the New Delhi Declaration.#GPAISummit2023 @GoI_MeitY @GPAI_PMIA @AshwiniVaishnaw @Rajeev_GoI @abhish18 Read it here👇 pic.twitter.com/PeV4LSkngu — Digital India (@_DigitalIndia) December 14, 2023 The Tokyo Declaration highlights existing commitments to human-centered values and responsible AI development, celebrates achievements and outlines ongoing efforts. However, the New Delhi Declaration takes a forward-looking approach, addressing the rapid development of artificial intelligence and…

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Zerodha CEO and co-founder Nithin is again warning people about the large risk associated with AI and deepfakes, and how it can affect financial institutions. AI 

Zerodha CEO Produces Personal Deepfake Video to Alert Banks about AI Content Risk

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Deepfake and AI-generated content have added to the fabric of social media platforms. Not only are we seeing more and more of this type of content, but there is also a growing concern that it is being used to promote malicious intent. Several AI and industry experts have time and again warned internet users to be careful about what they encounter, and now Zerodha CEO and co-founder Nithin is warning people about the high risk of AI and deep-fakes and how it can affect financial institutions. The rise of AI…

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Admit it, you've spent 25 hours playing Suika Game too, right? Gaming 

Nintendo has launched its Switch year in review website

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Nintendo has joined Sony and Microsoft in releasing their own year in review tools, allowing players to discover the amount of time they have dedicated to playing The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom, Pikmin 4, and Suika Game on their Nintendo Switch this year. Sign in to the web app with your Nintendo Account to see the first game you play on Switch this year. You can then scroll down to see how many different games you’ve watched on the console during our last trip around the sun,…

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Today’s AI news you might have overlooked: First Hindi LLM OpenHathi, India’s AI contribution praised by French Minister, and more.

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Today, on December 13, there were significant developments in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in India. Sarvam AI, an Indian startup, has introduced OpenHathi-Hi-v0.1, the first large language model (LLM) in Hindi. Additionally, at the GPAI Summit, Jean-Noel Barrot, the French Minister Delegate for Digital Affairs, highlighted India’s prominent position in the field of AI. These are just a few highlights from today’s AI news. Let’s delve deeper into the details. OpenHathi LLM was released Indian AI startup Sarvam AI has launched OpenHathi-Hi-v0.1, the first Hindi large language…

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These are the best ChatGPT alternatives. The list includes Google Bard, Microsoft Copilot, and more. (unsplash) AI 

Explore these top 5 alternatives to ChatGPT: Bard, Copilot, and more, if you’re in search of ChatGPT alternatives.

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Since its launch in November 2022, OpenAI’s ChatGPT has sparked a widespread fascination with artificial intelligence. As a leading generative AI chatbot, ChatGPT utilizes the powerful Generative Pre-Trained Transformer (GPT) model, enabling it to perform a wide range of tasks. Nevertheless, it is important to note that ChatGPT is a versatile chatbot, and if your specific needs call for a more specialized or diverse capability, it is worth exploring alternative options. Notable alternatives to ChatGPT include Google Bard, Microsoft Copilot, and several others. Best ChatGPT Alternatives 1. Google Bard: Google…

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Apple supplier Foxconn plans to invest an additional 139.11 billion rupees ($1.67 billion) in India's Karnataka state, the state government said in a statement on Tuesday. News 

Karnataka to receive an additional $1.7 billion investment from Foxconn.

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(Reuters) – Apple supplier Foxconn plans to invest an additional 139.11 billion rupees ($1.67 billion) in the Indian state of Karnataka, the state government said in a statement on Tuesday. The Taiwanese company, which assembles about 70% of iPhones and is the world’s largest contract manufacturer, has diversified production away from China due to disruptions from COVID-19 and geopolitical tensions. It has rapidly expanded its presence in India over the past year, investing heavily in manufacturing facilities in the southern part of the country. In the state of Karnataka, the…

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Once considered the biggest gaming event, E3 is now permanently cancelled. Read on to find out why. Gaming 

E3, the Formerly Prominent Gaming Event, Faces Permanent Cancellation

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E3, once the biggest annual show in the video game industry where developers showed off their latest games to the public, has been canceled permanently. Over the past few years, several editions of E3 have been canceled, first due to the COVID-19 pandemic and then due to a lack of commitment from developers and major publishers such as Sony, which decided to hold its own events such as the PlayStation Showcase instead. Stanley Pierre-Louis, CEO of the Entertainment Software Association, the organization responsible for E3, said in a statement to…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, December 12. (Pixabay) AI 

PM Modi discusses the negative aspects of AI, OpenAI developer conference, and other AI updates you might have overlooked today.

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Today, December 12, marks a significant day for artificial intelligence enthusiasts in India as the country hosts the fourth Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit in New Delhi. The summit, which commenced today, will run until December 14. On the opening day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the attendees and emphasized the potential risks associated with AI. He stressed the importance of implementing safeguards in AI and bridging the gap between theory and practice. Additionally, OpenAI announced during the GPAI Summit that they will be organizing a developer gathering…

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During the 35-minute conversation, Altman didn’t directly address his surprise firing and reinstatement, or the plans for OpenAI’s new board and system of governance. (Bloomberg) AI 

Sam Altman defends OpenAI’s AI strategy shortly after returning as CEO

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After reclaiming the top position at the renowned artificial intelligence startup, Sam Altman has returned to the conference circuit, promoting the advantages of AI for humanity. In his first public appearance since Altman regained control of OpenAI following a surprise ouster attempt, the co-founder and CEO defended his exploratory approach to AI development. “It will lift the world,” he said, highlighting potential advances in health and education. And he described how he’s always been fascinated by fictional rogue AI like the Terminator – but companies like OpenAI had to push…

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The rocket, standing tall at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, experienced an unexpected delay, throwing a wrench into the meticulously planned operation. (AFP) Space 

Launch of US military’s secretive X-37B spaceplane delayed by SpaceX

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According to SpaceX, the highly anticipated Monday night launch of the U.S. military’s secretive X-37B robot spaceplane has been unexpectedly delayed for at least 24 hours. The mission, which will mark the mysterious space plane’s seventh trip into orbit, had been preparing for a historic moment when it was set to launch its maiden flight atop a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. However, the launch was abruptly aborted just 25 minutes before the expected takeoff. Targeted launch window, originally scheduled to open at 8:14 p.m. EST (0114 GMT Tuesday), left viewers…

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