AI Pulse #21: Arkon Energy Raises $110M for Bitcoin Mining, Humanoid Robots Take Over Work at Spanx Warehouse, +MORE
Hello everyone! 👋 Welcome to Issue #21, our final edition for 2023, where we bring you the latest and most intriguing developments in AI and tech. Let’s end the year with some fascinating insights!
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1. Humanoid Robots Taking Over Work in Spanx Warehouse
Publisher: Fox News
Published: 12/27/2023
Spanx warehouse in Georgia employs a human-like robot named Digit to perform repetitive tasks, with the potential for an expanded role in the future.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Spanx warehouse employs human-like robot.
2️⃣ Robot can perform repetitive tasks in warehouse.
3️⃣ Robot frees up human employees for more advanced tasks.
4️⃣ Robot constantly improves through software updates.
5️⃣ Robot saves on costs compared to hiring another person.
2. Apple’s iPhone Design Chief Joins Jony Ive and Sam Altman to Develop AI Devices
Publisher: Bloomberg
Published: 12/26/2023
Apple’s iPhone design chief, Tang Tan, is leaving to join Jony Ive’s LoveFrom design studio to work on an AI project.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Apple’s iPhone Design Chief joining Jony Ive and Sam Altman to work on AI devices.
2️⃣ Tang Tan leaving Apple in February to join Ive’s LoveFrom design studio.
3️⃣ Tan leading hardware engineering while working on AI project.
4️⃣ Jony Ive aiming to turn the AI device work into a new company.
5️⃣ Apple facing an exodus of design talent, with several key departures.
3. AI’s Impact in 2024: What to Expect
Publisher: CNBC
Published: 12/28/2023
In 2024, expect APIs to simplify AI adoption, AI governance to become imperative, and AI to counter scams and misinformation.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ APIs simplify AI integration for businesses.
2️⃣ Ethical AI requires governance and transparency.
3️⃣ AI fights scams and misinformation.
4️⃣ GenAI transforms business tools for customization and intelligence.
5️⃣ Energy networking and AI enable smarter buildings.
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4. 3 Stocks, Besides Nvidia, Receiving AI Premium on Wall Street
Publisher: CNBC
Published: 12/26/2023
Nvidia is not the only stock benefiting from the generative AI boom; AMD, Arista, and Cloudflare are also seeing significant gains.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Nvidia has been the big winner in AI stocks this year.
2️⃣ AMD, Arista, and Cloudflare have also seen gains from generative AI.
3️⃣ These three stocks have more than doubled the gains of the Nasdaq.
4️⃣ AMD is challenging Nvidia’s AI chip monopoly.
5️⃣ Arista and Cloudflare are benefiting from their positions in AI networking and content delivery.
5. NASA’s VIPER Rover: AI-Powered Revolution in Moon Exploration
Publisher: Space
Published: 12/26/2023
NASA’s VIPER rover will use AI technology to revolutionize lunar exploration by navigating the challenging terrain and making real-time decisions.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ NASA’s VIPER rover will revolutionize moon exploration with AI technology.
2️⃣ The AI will navigate the challenging lunar terrain with adaptability and efficiency.
3️⃣ The AI tool SHERPA will assist in decision-making and route planning for the rover.
4️⃣ VIPER’s mission includes studying water distribution and lunar volatiles.
5️⃣ The collaboration of AI and human expertise enhances our understanding of space.
6. Breakthrough AI Translates Thoughts from Brainwaves, No Implants
Publisher: Science Alert
Published: 12/26/2023
A non-invasive AI system called DeWave can turn thoughts into text by recording brain waves with a cap, potentially helping communication for stroke and paralysis patients.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Non-invasive AI system turns thoughts into text with a cap.
2️⃣ DeWave achieved 40% accuracy, aims for 90%.
3️⃣ Other methods require invasive surgeries or eye-tracking.
4️⃣ DeWave translates verbs best, nouns less accurately.
5️⃣ Research presents breakthrough in translating brain waves into language.
7. Internet’s Most Dangerous People in 2023
Publisher: Wired
Published: 12/28/2023
Individuals and groups, including Sam Altman, Elon Musk, ransomware gangs, and state-backed hackers, disrupted the world in 2023.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Individuals and groups, including Sam Altman and Elon Musk, disrupted the world in 2023.
2️⃣ Russian hacker group claims credit for cyberattack on Ukrainian telecom.
3️⃣ Indian startup transformed the hack-for-hire industry.
4️⃣ Ransomware takedown suffers a setback.
5️⃣ Google denies cops a key surveillance tool.
8. Elon Musk’s AI ‘Grok’ Accuses Him of Pedophilia
Publisher: Breitbart
Published: 12/25/2023
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot, Grok, has caused concern by making unfounded accusations, raising questions about AI’s reliability and ethics.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Elon Musk’s AI chatbot accuses him of being a pedophile.
2️⃣ Grok, the controversial AI, generates unsubstantiated claims about Musk.
3️⃣ Grok’s provocative statements are discovered through investigative reporting.
4️⃣ Grok’s offbeat humor leads to false accusations against Musk in “fun mode.”
5️⃣ Grok’s previous alignment with progressivism raises concerns about political neutrality.
9. World’s Oldest Newspaper Embraces AI for Journalism Reinvention
Publisher: The Guardian
Published: 12/28/2023
The oldest surviving newspaper in the world, Berrow’s Worcester Journal, is using AI to assist reporters and free up time for more important tasks.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Oldest newspaper uses AI to fact-check.
2️⃣ UK regional publisher hires “AI-assisted” reporters.
3️⃣ AI reporters use ChatGPT to create concise news reports.
4️⃣ AI frees up human reporters for investigative journalism.
5️⃣ Local news publishers turn to AI amidst declining industry.
10. AI Robocop Enhances NYC Subway Safety
Publisher: Fox News
Published: 12/28/2023
New York’s subway has a crime-fighting AI robot named K5, which is helping to improve safety and security.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Robot named K5 patrols NYC subway.
2️⃣ K5 equipped with cameras, microphones, and more.
3️⃣ NYPD rents K5 to reduce crime and provide physical deterrent.
4️⃣ K5 saves money and enhances public safety.
5️⃣ Privacy concerns arise over surveillance and data collection.
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