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Apple Inc is in discussions with OpenAI to use generative AI technology for new iPhone features. (AFP) AI 

Report: Apple in talks with OpenAI to bring generative AI features to iPhone

Adriana Marais,

According to Bloomberg News, Apple Inc is in talks with OpenAI to utilize the startup’s generative AI technology for upcoming iPhone features set to be released later this year. The companies have begun discussing the terms of a potential deal and how OpenAI features would be integrated into Apple’s next iPhone operating system, iOS 18, the report said, citing people familiar with the matter. Apple and OpenAI did not immediately respond to Reuters requests for comment. Bloomberg reported last month that Apple was in talks to license Google’s Gemini chatbot…

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AI news roundup [April 26]: Google introduces new AI labelling tool, Microsoft and Alphabet exceed AI revenue projections, and more

Adriana Marais,

AI news update for April 26: In response to worries about the spread of fake AI-generated images and videos, Google has introduced a new content labelling tool in YouTube’s Creator Studio. This tool will help identify videos that have been created using AI technology. Additionally, Microsoft and Alphabet have reported quarterly earnings in the field of AI that have surpassed Wall Street’s predictions. Stay tuned for more AI updates. Google announced an AI tagging tool for YouTube Now, YouTube creators have to tell the new AI flagging tool whether their…

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With investment from leading firms, Synthesia aims to revolutionize the video production landscape. (McAfee) AI 

Everything you need to know about the AI avatars emotionally responding to text, developed by a company supported by Nvidia.

Febin Mathew

Synthesia, a company backed by Nvidia, has unveiled “Expressive Avatars,” digital characters created by AI that can express human emotions using text inputs. This breakthrough is poised to transform the video production industry by eliminating the necessity for cameras, microphones, actors, and time-consuming editing procedures. Connecting the virtual and real world London-based Synthesia studio employs Actors to read scripts against a green screen and teach an artificial intelligence system to reproduce human expressions and emotions. “Expressive Avatars” were introduced by inputting simple lines of text such as “I’m happy,” “I’m…

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AI news roundup [April 23]: Microsoft introduces new compact AI model, Adobe set to release complete AI image generation tool and other updates

Adriana Marais

Microsoft has introduced a smaller AI model for creating content, while Adobe is set to release a complete AI image generation feature in Photoshop. A report shows that India is at the forefront of global adoption of GenAI, with a surge in investment expected. Additionally, scientists have created a “Toxic AI” to help train chatbots to be safe. Stay updated with these and more in our daily news roundup. 1. Microsoft releases a compact AI model for content creation Microsoft announces Phi-3-min, a compact AI model designed for content creation…

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The CyberTipline, meant to combat online child exploitation, is in dire need of technological upgrades to tackle new AI threats, reports the Stanford Internet Observatory. (Pexels) AI 

Report recommends improvements to CyberTipline for online child exploitation before AI exacerbates the issue

Febin Mathew

According to a recent report from the Stanford Internet Observatory, a tipline established 26 years ago to address online child exploitation has not fully met its objectives and requires technological enhancements and other improvements to better assist law enforcement in pursuing offenders and saving victims. Repairs to the “extremely valuable” service for researchers also need to be made urgently, as new artificial intelligence technology threatens to exacerbate its problems. “In the years to come, the CyberTipline will almost certainly be flooded with highly realistic-looking AI content, making it even more…

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AI news update [April 22]: KITE to provide AI training for 80000 teachers, deepfakes in Bollywood, and other developments

Febin Mathew

Kerala’s KITE aims to provide AI training to 80,000 teachers by August; Concerns raised over Bollywood deepfakes impacting elections; IIT Kharagpur to introduce AI course in BTech program; Apple acquires French startup focusing on AI and computer vision. Stay updated with our daily news roundup. 1. Kerala’s KITE will train 80,000 teachers in artificial intelligence by August Kerala’s KITE plans to train 80,000 secondary teachers in artificial intelligence by August. They learn how to create topic-specific visuals, simplify documents, and condense content. Aiming to inspire responsible use of AI, the…

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AI-generated fake videos featuring Bollywood actors criticizing Prime Minister Modi go viral. (AFP) AI 

Concerns arise over AI interference in India election due to deepfake videos of Bollywood celebrities

Febin Mathew,

Two popular Bollywood actors in India have been featured in viral videos criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and urging voters to support the opposition Congress party in the current general election. In a 30-second video featuring Aamir Khan and another 41-second clip of Ranveer Singh, the two Bollywood actors claim that Modi did not keep his campaign promises and did not address critical economic issues during his two terms as prime minister. Both AI-generated videos end with the congressional election symbol and slogan: “Vote for Justice, Vote for Congress.” Reuters…

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AI-generated fake videos featuring Bollywood actors criticizing Prime Minister Modi go viral. (AFP) AI 

Concerns arise over AI interference in India election due to deepfake videos of Bollywood celebrities

Febin Mathew,

Two popular Bollywood actors in India have been featured in viral videos criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and urging voters to support the opposition Congress party in the current general election. In a 30-second video featuring Aamir Khan and another 41-second clip of Ranveer Singh, the two Bollywood actors claim that Modi did not keep his campaign promises and did not address critical economic issues during his two terms as prime minister. Both AI-generated videos end with the congressional election symbol and slogan: “Vote for Justice, Vote for Congress.” Reuters…

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Explore some of the top AI coding tools that are reshaping the programming landscape. (unsplash) AI 

5 essential AI coding platforms for beginner developers

Febin Mathew

The introduction of AI coding assistants has revolutionized the programming world by providing developers with valuable tools to simplify the coding process. These assistants, utilizing machine learning algorithms, offer features like code autocompletion, bug fixing, and instant code creation, making them essential in reshaping the programming landscape. GitHub Copilot: GitHub Copilot is a well-known AI coding assistant developed by GitHub itself. As a VS Code plugin, it works like a smart pair programmer, offering code suggestions, explanations, and even refactoring help in real-time. Priced at $10 per month, Copilot integrates…

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EU regulators conclude Microsoft's $13 billion investment in OpenAI is not an acquisition, avoiding formal probe. (unsplash) AI 

EU investigation does not include Microsoft-OpenAI deal, but other regions to scrutinize transaction

Adriana Marais,

According to sources familiar with the matter, EU antitrust regulators have determined that Microsoft’s $13 billion investment in OpenAI does not constitute an acquisition. This decision means that the deal will not be subject to a formal European investigation, potentially sparing the U.S. tech giant from facing significant remedies. EU regulators had said in January that the deal could involve the region’s merger rules. Microsoft, which has no voting rights on the OpenAI board, said late last year that it owned no part of the ChatGPT maker. But Microsoft isn’t…

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AI news summary [April 17]: Adobe introduces Acrobat AI helper, India considers Nvidia GPUs for AI project, and other updates

Febin Mathew

Adobe has introduced a new AI assistant for Acrobat to improve document interactions. According to reports, India is considering using Nvidia GPUs for its AI mission. Microsoft’s AI Copilot is changing the coding scene, while Google is collaborating with the National Guard for AI-powered disaster response efforts. Stay updated with our daily roundup for more news. 1. Adobe introduces Acrobat AI assistant to improve document interaction Adobe has released Acrobat AI Assistant, which integrates generative artificial intelligence into Reader and Acrobat workflows. This innovation increases productivity by enabling conversational interaction…

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Infused with GPT-4, GitHub’s Copilot can do a lot more, including answering engineers’ questions and converting code from one programming language to another. (AP) News 

GitHub utilizes AI, utilizes Microsoft Copilot to automate tasks and transform coding sector

Adriana Marais,

Software developer Nikolai Avteniev was quick to recognize the potential of Microsoft Corp.’s Copilot coding assistant when he obtained a preview version in 2021. Developed by Microsoft’s GitHub coding platform and based on OpenAI’s version of generative artificial intelligence, the assistant was not perfect and sometimes went wrong. But Avteniev, who works at ticket seller StubHub, was surprised by how cleverly it completed lines of code with just a few prompts. All he had to do was press the tab key and Copilot did the rest. “Instead of using 15…

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AI news summary [April 16]: UK to create regulations for AI, Microsoft to invest $1.5 billion in G42, and other updates

Adriana Marais

AI news update for April 16: The United Kingdom is currently working on drafting regulations for AI technologies like OpenAI’s ChatGPT to prevent potential harm. Meanwhile, Microsoft is set to invest $1.5 billion in UAE-based AI company G42, with approval from both US and UAE governments. Stay tuned for more AI updates. 1. The UK has started developing AI regulations to de-risk The UK has started drafting an AI regulation that will apply to new emerging technologies and large language models. These regulations also apply to current and future artificial…

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Microsoft and G42 described their assurances to the U.S. and UAE governments as a first of its kind agreement to ensure the secure, trusted and responsible development and deployment of AI. (AP) AI 

Microsoft plans to invest $1.5 billion in AI firm G42 for the development of responsible AI

Adriana Marais,

Microsoft has revealed plans to invest $1.5 billion in the UAE’s artificial intelligence company G42, securing a minority stake and a seat on the board. This move aims to strengthen the partnership between the two companies in the competitive landscape of AI technology. The global race for tech dominance has intensified in recent years, with AI emerging as a key focus for companies worldwide. As part of a deal the two companies brokered for the US and UAE governments over security, G42 would use Microsoft cloud services to run its…

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Know all about the new Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant. (REUTERS) AI 

Details on Adobe’s new Acrobat AI Assistant, which can automatically respond to queries from PDF documents, have been released.

Febin Mathew,

Adobe has made significant enhancements to its user experience by incorporating various AI tools and features into multiple products. The company has entered the AI competition by continuously introducing new AI capabilities. The latest addition is the Acrobat AI Assistant, designed to simplify the comprehension of digital documents like lengthy PDFs and articles. Initially released in beta in February, the AI assistant is now being officially launched to users. Learn more about the functionality of the Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant. About Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant features Adobe revealed that Acrobat…

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Meta AI is the AI-powered assistant that is now available in Meta’s suite of apps, but is it really different from OpenAI’s ChatGPT? (HT Tech) AI 

Are ChatGPT and Meta AI the same? WhatsApp’s response may shock you

Jim Hendler,

Meta Platforms has recently integrated additional artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities into its various apps like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp. This move may be aimed at staying competitive in the AI market. The company’s most recent development is Meta AI, an AI-driven chatbot that allows users to engage in conversations and complete tasks like creating AI images. Based on Meta’s generative text model Llama 2, Meta AI promises human-like interaction. The tech giant has partnered with Microsoft’s Bing to bring real-time information retrieval to text-based conversations. However, is Meta AI really…

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Elon Musk's xAI unveils Grok 1.5 Vision, a new AI model with integrated computer vision features, competing directly with GPT-4 Vision and Gemini 1.5 Pro. (Bloomberg) News 

Elon Musk Introduces Grok 1.5 Vision

Adriana Marais

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, has unveiled an enhanced version of its Grok 1.5 model called Grok 1.5 Vision. This updated model now includes computer vision capabilities, enabling it to analyze visual content and answer questions related to images. This announcement follows closely after OpenAI’s introduction of the GPT-4 model, which also incorporates computer vision technology. XAI announced this update via its official X account (formerly Twitter) and shared insights into the model’s features via a blog post. While the core features of Grok 1.5 remain consistent with this…

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AI developments on April 15: AI set to revolutionize fashion with increased diversity, research underway on AI’s influence on immersive media, and other updates.

Febin Mathew

In the world of AI, London-based model Alexsandrah now has a virtual counterpart thanks to AI technology. This innovative creation showcases the transformative power of AI in creative fields. Additionally, upcoming research will explore the impact of AI on immersive media within 5G Networks, focusing on media packaging, ingestion, delivery, and related issues. Artificial intelligence creates a virtual twin of London-based model Alexsandra Alexsandrah, a London-based model, benefits from using her virtual version, just like a human model. While many in the industry support the technology as it promotes diversity,…

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Know what happened in the world of AI today, April 15. (Pexels) AI 

AI developments on April 15: AI set to revolutionize fashion with increased diversity, research underway on AI’s influence on immersive media, and other updates.

Febin Mathew

In the world of AI, London-based model Alexsandrah now has a virtual counterpart thanks to AI technology. This innovative creation showcases the transformative power of AI in creative fields. Additionally, upcoming research will explore the impact of AI on immersive media within 5G Networks, focusing on media packaging, ingestion, delivery, and related issues. Artificial intelligence creates a virtual twin of London-based model Alexsandra Alexsandrah, a London-based model, benefits from using her virtual version, just like a human model. While many in the industry support the technology as it promotes diversity,…

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The Tokyo office will be the OpenAI's third outpost overseas, following the opening of its doors in London and recently Dublin. (REUTERS) AI 

OpenAI opens new office in Tokyo, appoints former Amazon employee to lead AI initiative.

Febin Mathew,

OpenAI has been actively working to advance artificial intelligence in recent months, facing competition from global tech giants like Microsoft and Google. To strengthen its efforts, the organization has appointed the former president of Amazon Web Services’s Japan division to lead its initiative to attract enterprise clients in the fourth-largest economy worldwide, as reported by Bloomberg. OpenAI opens an office in Japan OpenAI has announced that it will open an office in Tokyo as it releases a custom GPT-4 model that caters to Japanese language users. It said it has…

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