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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
ChatGPT Plus signups are currently paused. Know all about it. (Pexels) News 

ChatGPT Plus Overwhelmed by Popularity: Signups Temporarily Halted by Sam Altman

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ChatGPT has experienced a rapid surge in popularity since its launch in November 2022. OpenAI recently hosted its inaugural developer conference, during which it unveiled numerous upcoming enhancements for ChatGPT. Among these exciting additions is a chatbot creator that purportedly enables users to design their own AI chatbots, complete with an interactive interface. These updates have evidently motivated ChatGPT users to subscribe to the premium service, ChatGPT Plus, which offers exclusive features. As a result, the platform has temporarily halted new signups for ChatGPT Plus. ChatGPT Plus OpenAI CEO Sam…

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GM adds a Chief Administrative Officer to improve transparency and community engagement. News 

Cruise Pauses Robotaxi Rides: Time for a Safety Check!

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After the incident involving a pedestrian on October 2nd, Cruise, the autonomous vehicle company, had its driverless vehicle permit revoked in California. However, the company has now decided to voluntarily halt its supervised and manual robotaxi operation in the US in the near future. This decision is part of a broader safety investigation led by independent engineering consulting firm, Exponent. Initially, Exponent was brought in to analyze the technical cause of the accident mentioned earlier. The suspension of the manual operation will impact approximately 70 vehicles, which is only a…

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Users will be able to request for the removal of artificial intelligence-created imposters. (Unsplash) AI 

Stop the AI Fakers: YouTube Takes Action!

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In an announcement on Tuesday, YouTube revealed its plans to enable users to request the removal of AI-generated imposters from the platform. Additionally, the company will mandate the inclusion of labels on videos containing lifelike “synthetic” content. New rules on video footage produced by artificial intelligence will come into effect in the coming months as fears grow about the misuse of the technology to promote scams and misinformation, or even misrepresent people appearing in pornography. “We’re making it possible to request the removal of AI-generated or other synthetic or manipulated…

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Now YouTube videomakers will have to tell if their videos are AI generated. (AFP) News 

Reveal the AI: YouTube Demands Disclosure for Generative Videos!

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Video creators on YouTube, the video platform owned by Google’s Alphabet Inc., will soon be obligated to reveal if they have uploaded manipulated or synthetic content that appears authentic, including videos generated using artificial intelligence technology. The policy update, which will take effect sometime in the new year, could affect videos that use generative AI tools to realistically depict events that never happened, or show people saying or doing something they didn’t actually do. “This is especially important in cases where the content deals with sensitive topics such as elections,…

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The feature, dubbed “Uber Tasks,” will launch in the coming weeks in Fort Myers, Florida, and in Edmonton, Alberta. (REUTERS) News 

Need a Hand? Get a Personal Assistant with Uber Tasks!

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Uber Technologies Inc. is set to introduce a small-scale trial program for a service similar to TaskRabbit, allowing users of their app to hire individuals for a range of household tasks. This move is part of Uber’s strategy to diversify their offerings beyond transportation and deliveries. During the program’s first test, drivers and couriers on Uber’s app can choose to help customers with small home projects, including assembling furniture, doing household laundry and mowing the lawn, the company said Monday. The feature, called “Uber Tasks,” will roll out in the…

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Uncovering the Latest AI Innovations: YouTube Song Detection, Heart Attack Prediction, and More!

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Nvidia introduced its most advanced semiconductor, the H200 chip, for artificial intelligence models yesterday. Today, November 14, there are more exciting developments in the AI field. Firstly, YouTube has announced its intention to crack down on AI-generated deepfakes, particularly those imitating the platform’s music industry partners. Additionally, a recent study from Oxford University has shown that AI can predict the risk of a heart attack up to 10 years in advance. These stories and more are covered in today’s AI round-up. Let’s delve deeper into the details. YouTube starts cracking…

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These 5 use cases will ensure that you are getting the most out of ChatGPT’s voice feature. Check them out. News 

ChatGPT: Talk to Us Now – Discover 5 Amazing Use Cases!

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OpenAI made an announcement in September regarding the addition of new features to ChatGPT, a widely used chatbot powered by generative artificial intelligence. These enhancements included speech and image analysis, enabling the chatbot to possess the abilities of “seeing, hearing, and speaking.” Consequently, users could engage with the AI platform in a more natural manner, facilitating conversations and creating a completely novel interface. Now, let’s explore the top 5 use cases for utilizing this feature in ChatGPT. But before that, you should know that this feature is only available for…

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YouTube is used for watching videos but many of you like taking screenshots of the platform which is now going to become easier. News 

Capture Your Fave YouTube Moments Instantly with YouTube’s ‘Save Frame’!

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YouTube is the most popular platform for watching videos. You can watch it online, with the desktop app or on your mobile device. Let’s say if you want to take a screenshot of any YouTube video, your options are limited, but soon it won’t be because web browsers want to make it easy to take a photo. The platform is testing a feature called recording frame that can be accessed by right-clicking on any video playing on YouTube. An important part of the feature is that users will get an…

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Sunspot AR3483 harbours a “beta-gamma” magnetic field, as per the report. (Unsplash) Space 

NASA SDO Detects Solar Flares: Get Ready for Aurora-Sparking Storms!

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As the peak of solar cycle 25 approaches, the Sun has become increasingly unstable and its activity is projected to intensify. Surpassing initial predictions, the current solar cycle has already witnessed a greater number of sunspots. In the upcoming weeks and months, Earth may encounter CMEs, solar flares, solar storms, and other particles that could potentially lead to catastrophic outcomes. NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO), which houses a full suite of instruments for observing the sun, has recently revealed that Earth may be in the line of fire of a…

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This update reflects Microsoft's ongoing commitment to providing a more flexible and personalized user experience, the report said. News 

Unlock More Freedom on Windows 11: Uninstall Built-In Apps Now!

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US tech giant Microsoft is preparing to release an update to Windows 11 that will allow users to remove a wider range of default apps and give users more control over built-in apps. Users will soon have the option to remove pre-installed apps such as the Camera app, Cortana, Photos app, People app, and Remote Desktop (MSTSC), as reported by Bleeping Computer, which is currently being tested in version 23585. The developer channel. This update reflects Microsoft’s continued commitment to providing a more flexible and personalized user experience, according to…

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Solar winds are the plasma-like solar particles and magnetic fields that can spark solar storms, trigger forest fires, impact spacecraft, and more. (NOAA) News 

Unleash the Fury: Discover the Dangers of Solar Winds!

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Solar winds have played a role in the recent string of solar storms that have impacted Earth in recent weeks. These winds have either initiated solar storm events or intensified existing ones. Despite being overshadowed by solar flares and coronal mass ejections (CME), the potential for solar winds to cause harm should not be underestimated. According to NASA officials and research papers, these winds have the ability to not only initiate solar storms but also ignite forest fires and harm spacecraft, posing a potential threat to the lives of astronauts.…

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Asteroid 2023 VR4 belongs to the Aten group of Near-Earth Asteroids. (Pixabay) Space 

NASA Reveals: An Asteroid Bigger than an Airbus A380 is Coming to Earth!

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NASA has utilized advanced telescopes like NEOWISE, Pans-STARRS1, and Catalina Sky Survey to provide insights into an asteroid that is projected to come close to Earth today, November 14. This particular asteroid, named Asteroid 2023 VR4, is just one of the 298,148 asteroids discovered so far. NASA states that it is moving at an incredibly fast speed of 37,902 kilometers per hour in its orbit. Learn more about the size, distance, and details of this near encounter with Asteroid 2023 VR4. Asteroid 2023 VR4: Details Asteroid 2023 VR4 will pass…

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Nikhil Kamath notes that this scam is responsible for stealing thousands of crore rupees and involves earning the trust of a victim and then 'butchering' them. News 

Beware! Zerodha CEO Uncovers ‘Pig Butchering’ Scam!

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Nikhil Kamath, CEO of Zerodha and host of the popular podcast ‘WTF’, has warned the citizens of India about a new peculiar scam known as the ‘pig slaughter scam’. Kamath points out that this scam has been responsible for tens of thousands of crores of rupees. Basically, it means gaining the victim’s trust and then metaphorically “slaughtering” them. And this scam is a broad term for various scams implemented using this method, such as fake job offer scams, fake crypto investments and unrealistic high investment plans. Kamath says the reason…

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AI is now so good at depicting white people that the images are "hyper-real", said the report in the journal Psychological Science. (Pixabay) AI 

Hyper-Realistic AI Images of White Faces: What You Need to Know!

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According to a study released on Monday, artificial intelligence (AI) can now produce facial images that appear more authentic than actual photographs, but this is only true for individuals of white ethnicity. Artificial intelligence is now so good at depicting white people that the images are “hyperreal,” says a report in the journal Psychological Science. But AI tends to portray people of other ethnicities with white features because the data used to train the algorithms is biased, said lead author Amy Dawel of the Australian National University (ANU). “If white…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, November 13. (Pexels) AI 

Washington, D.C. AI Job Threat Reaches New High: Biden and Xi to Sign AI Agreement!

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According to a recent analysis, the concern of AI posing a threat to jobs is at its highest in Washington, D.C. In 2024, a majority of Americans believe that AI will bring about a revolution in the healthcare industry. Google has taken legal action against hackers in India and other locations who are spreading harmful AI advertisements on Facebook. A scientist from MIT is urging CFOs to adjust their risk tolerance in order to adapt to the rapid impact of generative AI. These are just a few highlights from our…

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Nvidia’s H200 processor will succeed its H100, a prized commodity in Silicon Valley. (Nvidia) AI 

Nvidia Strengthens AI Lead with Processor Upgrade!

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Nvidia Corp., the leading chipmaker globally, is enhancing its H100 artificial intelligence processor with additional features. This update further strengthens the product’s role in driving Nvidia’s supremacy in the AI computing market. The new model, called H200, will be able to use high-bandwidth memory, or HBM3e, making it better able to cope with the large data sets needed to develop and implement artificial intelligence, Nvidia said on Monday. Amazon.com Inc.’s AWS, Alphabet Inc.’s Google Cloud and Oracle Corp.’s Cloud Infrastructure have all committed to using the new chip starting next…

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Graphyte takes waste biomass like discarded wood residue or rice hulls, dries and sterilizes it to prevent decomposition. (Bloomberg) News 

Gates-Backed Startup to Give Old Wood a New Life – Removing Carbon from the Air!

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A hybrid technology that combines engineering with natural photosynthesis processes has been developed by a startup supported and incubated by Breakthrough Energy Ventures, which is backed by Bill Gates. This technology aims to extract carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and store it underground. “It’s important to understand that getting rid of coal is not an excuse to keep emitting or to slow our transition to a clean energy economy — we need to keep innovating as fast as we can,” Gates wrote in his company’s “State of the Transition.” 2023”…

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Apple has went back to the drawing board to fix the issues with the current iOS 17 version but the next update could be its biggest as per reports. News 

iPhone Users: Get Ready for the Biggest iOS Update in Years with AI-Powered Features!

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Apple works to fix issues with existing versions of iOS, but the company also has a keen eye to make sure the next update is seamless. Apple has apparently had to suspend work on the iOS 18 version until next year to take care of all the bugs and inconsistencies with the iOS 17 version. However, this does not mean that Apple has completely lost focus on the upcoming version, in fact new reports say otherwise. Apple is betting that the next version of iOS 18 will be its most…

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The Vivo X100 series smartphones are expected to sport a 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. News 

Vivo X100 Series: Ready to Make Its Grand Debut on November 13!

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Vivo is gearing up to launch its flagship X100 series smartphone in China on November 13 at 4:30 PM (IST). The release introduces three new models: Vivo X100, Vivo X100 Pro and Vivo X100 Pro+, and they are expected to feature MediaTek’s upcoming Dimensity 9300 chipset. Vivo X100 Series Launch: How to Watch Live Vivo X100 series will be released on 13 November on Monday (tomorrow). The launch event will start at 4:30 PM IST in China. Interested viewers can follow the live broadcast of the event on Vivo’s Weibo…

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Microsoft recognised that there is nothing more important than the technology and they decided to go for a dominant position," said Andrulis. (Pixabay) AI 

European AI Hope Sounds Alarm: ‘Existential Danger’ Ahead!

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Aleph Alpha, Europe’s aspiring competitor to OpenAI, has reportedly secured nearly 500 million euros ($534 million) from investors this week. However, the co-founder of the start-up expressed concerns on Friday, stating that the company is currently fighting for its mere existence. A coalition of investors, including Lidl’s owner Schwarz Group, Bosch, SAP and Hewlett Packard Enterprises, pumped 467 million euros into the German artificial intelligence company this week. Before the cash investment, the capital of the 60-employee company, founded in 2019, was only 28 million euros. But Jonas Andrulis, the…

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