Unmissable AI News: AI for Patient Recovery, UP Govt Joins the AI Revolution, and More!
Today, November 29, marked another significant day in the field of artificial intelligence, with notable advancements observed throughout the day. Firstly, the Uttar Pradesh government is preparing to enhance the land consolidation procedures by utilizing AI and ML technologies, aiming to simplify and increase accessibility. Additionally, during the 7th Foundation Day celebration of the critical care medicine department at King George’s Medical University, experts emphasized the potential of AI in providing provisional diagnoses for patients, ultimately saving lives and expediting the recovery process. These developments, along with others, will be further explored in today’s AI round-up.
UP government uses AI for land distribution
ANI reports that Uttar Pradesh’s Yogi government is fast-tracking technological developments by adopting AI and ML technologies for streamlined land allotment processes. UP Electronics Corporation Limited is in the process of creating and implementing an AI-based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software. The government has launched an e-tendering to select a Technical Service Provider (TSP) agency to design, manufacture, develop and implement this specialized software, marking a major step towards modernization in the state.
Artificial intelligence can improve the patient’s recovery process, experts claim
According to a Hindustan Times report, at the 7th Foundation Day of the Department of Critical Care Medicine at King George’s Medical University, experts highlighted the key role of AI in speeding up patient care. As there is a shortage of trained ICU staff, AI has become crucial in managing critical cases, as noted by Dr BK Rao of Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi. The process involves uploading patient data for AI-based suggestions, which is particularly useful in the ICU setting. This revelation highlights the potential of artificial intelligence to guide healthcare staff in more effective critical patient care and underscores its importance in the healthcare environment.
The UK wants children to be taught artificial intelligence from the age of 11
According to a Sky News report, the British Computer Society (BCS) advocates teaching artificial intelligence skills to children from the age of 11. BCS is proposing to introduce a digital literacy degree with an emphasis on artificial intelligence and its practical applications. Instead of waiting for GCSE IT, BCS calls for the rapid integration of tools such as ChatGPT. In addition, the proposal includes the inclusion of an understanding of artificial intelligence in teacher training and principals’ qualifications, recognizing the importance of preparing teachers for the changing technology environment.
Stability AI for sale
Bloomberg reports that British AI startup Stability AI, known for its Stable Diffusion image generator, is exploring a potential sale as investor pressure mounts on its financials. The artificial intelligence company has held preliminary negotiations with several companies, but has not yet reached an agreement. Tensions between Stability and key investors, including Coatue Management, have escalated, with Coatue reportedly calling for the CEO’s resignation. This development comes a year after Coatue participated in a funding round that valued Stability AI at $1 billion, highlighting the challenges the company currently faces.
Pfizer uses AWS’s artificial intelligence service
Pfizer has partnered with AWS to leverage AI capabilities. In the past 18 months, Pfizer introduced 19 medical products, 13 of which were AI-enabled rapid launches, reports Analytics India Magazine. The alliance with AWS established in 2019 for the Scientific Data Cloud (SDC) has improved data availability and analysis. This collaboration has accelerated Pfizer’s research and development, focusing on computational research and artificial intelligence algorithms that help identify and design promising new molecules.
