AI Pulse #26: AI Startup Lambda Raises $320M at $1.5B Valuation, AI Study: 15% of Americans Deny Climate Change, + MORE
Hi everyone! 👋 Welcome to another exciting edition of our newsletter. Issue #26 is all set to take you on a journey through the latest in AI innovations and their impact on society and industry.
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Latest Funding News
We’re kicking off this issue with a look at a revealing AI study by the University of Michigan, which shows that many Americans are skeptical about climate change. Also, we’re thrilled to report on Lambda, an AI cloud compute startup, raising $320M and achieving a $1.5B valuation. These developments highlight AI’s transformative power in understanding complex issues and advancing technological frontiers. Join us for these and other fascinating updates!
Top Trending AI News
1. AI Study Reveals Nearly 15% of Americans Deny Climate Change Reality
Publisher: University of Michigan
Published: 2/14/2024
Nearly 15% of Americans deny climate change, influenced by figures like Trump, a University of Michigan study using AI and social media data reveals.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ 15% of Americans doubt climate change, study shows.
2️⃣ Trump majorly influences climate opinions.
3️⃣ AI reveals climate denial patterns in US.
4️⃣ Education, politics link to climate views.
5️⃣ Misinformation spreads in social media bubbles.
2. OpenAI Launches Sora: A Revolutionary Text-To-Video AI Model
Publisher: The Verge
Published: 2/16/2024
OpenAI launches Sora, a text-to-video AI that creates realistic scenes and motions from text, aiming for photorealistic videos up to a minute long.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ OpenAI’s Sora turns text into videos.
2️⃣ Sora creates scenes with emotions and motion.
3️⃣ Sora can generate videos from images.
4️⃣ AI video tech rapidly advancing.
5️⃣ Sora under review by experts for safety.
3. Google Removes Over 170 Million Fake Reviews From Maps And Search
Publisher: TechSpot News
Published: 2/14/2024
Google’s new machine learning algorithm removed over 170 million fake reviews from Maps and Search, with a lawsuit launched against a scammer.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Google removes 170M fake reviews with new tech.
2️⃣ Google’s lawsuit targets major scammer.
3️⃣ New algorithm spots fake reviews faster.
4️⃣ 12M fake business profiles deleted by Google.
5️⃣ Google’s fight against review scams intensifies.
4. AI Deciphers Ancient Scroll Buried by Vesuvius Eruption in AD 79
Publisher: The Guardian
Published: 2/5/2024
AI helped read ancient texts from a charred papyrus scroll buried during Mount Vesuvius’s eruption, marking a breakthrough in understanding Roman-era writings.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ AI reads ancient texts from Pompeii.
2️⃣ New era in understanding history begins.
3️⃣ Students win prize for decoding scrolls.
4️⃣ Potential for more discoveries is huge.
5️⃣ Tech revolutionizes archaeological studies.
5. House Panel Seeks Records On Biden’s AI Plan Amid Censorship Claims
Publisher: New York Post
Published: 2/6/2024
House panel subpoenas Biden agency over AI censorship plan, amid concerns of free speech suppression and content moderation politics.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ House panel probes Biden’s AI censorship plan.
2️⃣ NSF faces demands for records on AI and speech control.
3️⃣ AI plan could limit free speech on social media.
4️⃣ Researchers target misinformation with $39M in grants.
5️⃣ GOP worries AI tools may suppress critical journalism.
6. AI Deepfake Scammer Nets $25 Million in First-of-Its-Kind Heist
Publisher: Ars Technica
Published: 2/5/2024
Hong Kong firm loses $25.6M in deepfake scam mimicking CFO & employees in a fake video call, marking a first in the city’s scam incidents.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Hong Kong firm loses $25.6M to deepfake scam.
2️⃣ Deepfake of CFO tricks company into big money transfer.
3️⃣ First multi-person deepfake scam in Hong Kong uncovered.
4️⃣ Police advise on deepfake detection during video calls.
5️⃣ New measures against financial scams introduced in Hong Kong.
7. Discover The Perfect AI Solution For Your Specific Problem
Publisher: Harvard Business Review
Published: 2/6/2024
Find the right AI or analytics tool for your business problem by starting with the issue, not the tech, to avoid wrong choices and enhance decision-making.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Match AI tools to your specific business problems.
2️⃣ Start with the issue, not the AI solution.
3️⃣ Not all problems need generative AI.
4️⃣ Ask the right questions to choose the best AI.
5️⃣ Understand AI’s role in solving business challenges.
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8. Branson And Oppenheimer’s Heir Call For Urgent Action On AI And Climate Threat
Publisher: CNBC
Published: 2/15/2024
Branson, Oppenheimer’s grandson urge action against AI, climate risks, signing a letter for global action on threats including pandemics and nuclear weapons.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Branson and others call for urgent global action on AI and climate.
2️⃣ High-profile leaders sign letter for action against global threats.
3️⃣ The Elders and experts push for safety in AI and environmental policies.
4️⃣ Urgent appeal made to world leaders for multilateral action.
5️⃣ Letter emphasizes need for AI governance and climate solutions.
9. Exploring AI Tokenization: Bridging Technology and Token Economy
Publisher: Android Police
Published: 2/6/2024
AI tokenization breaks language into smaller parts, helping models like ChatGPT understand and generate text, essential for chatbots, translation, and voice recognition.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ AI tokenization simplifies language for machines.
2️⃣ Tokenization is key in AI chatbots and translations.
3️⃣ AI uses tokens to create human-like text.
4️⃣ Tokens include words, punctuation, and phrases.
5️⃣ Understanding AI tokenization can improve tech use.
10. Texas Firms Linked to Fake Biden Calls May Face Severe Charges
Publisher: Alternet
Published: 2/6/2024
Texas firms may face felony charges for AI robocalls impersonating Biden to sway NH voters.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Texas firms may face felony for fake Biden calls.
2️⃣ AI used to trick NH voters in primary.
3️⃣ NH AG aims to deter future AI voter deceit.
4️⃣ Federal and state charges loom for robocall firms.
5️⃣ Serious consequences promised for election interference.
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