Latest AI Developments: ChatGPT Breaks Regulations, Jio Promises AI Accessibility for All and More
Let’s take a look at today’s daily roundup, which includes Jio’s announcement of custom AI models for the public and businesses. OpenAI’s ChatGPT has raised concerns about political usage ban violations, while the use of sensually designed AI chatbots presents complex challenges for fan communities. Additionally, SpeechGen.io is revolutionizing AI text-to-speech by offering support for 150 languages.
1. Jio reveals plans for custom AI models
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) Chairman Mukesh Ambani has revealed plans to develop India-specific AI models and solutions for various sectors. At the 46th RIL AGM, Ambani highlighted the potential benefits of Jio’s AI solutions for Indian citizens, businesses and the government. Jio Platforms is expanding its capabilities to create customized AI products for India, marking a new commitment to make AI accessible to all, similar to previous promises of universal broadband. In fact, Ambani promised AI for all.
2. OpenAI’s ChatGPT violates political usage, even though it is prohibited from doing so
OpenAI initially banned the use of ChatGPT by political campaigns due to election fraud risks. However, recent updates restrict only the most dangerous apps, allowing ChatGPT to create targeted promotional content that violates the rules. For example, it crafts messages that appeal to specific demographics, such as encouraging suburban women to support Trump or persuading urbanites to vote for Biden. OpenAI acknowledges these breaches and is working to strengthen security measures to detect such abuse, The Washington Post reported.
3. Sensually designed AI chatbots pose complex challenges to fan communities
An attempt to attract famous fictional characters through Character.AI failed disappointingly. Attempts to spark meaningful conversations with Batman, Storm, and Mario produced blunt, guarded responses reminiscent of HR-sanctioned statements, according to a Wired report. The quality of a chatbot’s interaction depends on the user’s input and the initial training of the bot’s creators, making extracting depth from these digital personas challenging. The source of the data used in these models is still somewhat unclear.
4. SpeechGen.io revolutionizes AI from text to speech by supporting 150 languages
SpeechGen.io achieved a significant AI breakthrough by improving text-to-speech capabilities and expanding speech synthesis to 150 languages. This update enables businesses to create realistic narratives and connect with diverse global audiences. It includes well-known languages such as Bangla and Indonesian, as well as lesser-known dialects such as Maltese and Basque, allowing companies to target niche markets. According to Benzinga’s report, the platform has multiple dialects for languages such as Spanish and Arabic, facilitating authentic connections and market penetration.
5. AI giant SenseTime faces further layoffs amid financial struggles, sources report
Chinese artificial intelligence company SenseTime Group Inc. is reportedly facing another round of layoffs due to financial challenges. The company’s weak result has led to a gradual reduction in jobs and a halt in new product development. Following a major round of layoffs in September, current and former employees say the company is laying off more staff, with one department cutting its workforce by 10 to 15 percent, according to a Caixin Global report. SenseTime explains these changes with market changes and its own strategic development.
