AI Pulse #28: Bezos, Nvidia Back AI-Powered Robot Startup, Apple to Break New Ground in AI, Says Cook, + MORE
Hi everyone! 👋 Get ready for a fascinating read in issue #28 of our newsletter. We’ve got groundbreaking stories and updates that you won’t want to miss.
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Latest Funding News
In this issue, we’re excited to share some groundbreaking developments. First off, Apple hints at ‘breaking new ground’ in generative AI, promising an innovative year ahead. Additionally, a stunning collaboration sees Bezos and Nvidia backing a $675 million funding round for a startup dedicated to creating humanoid AI-powered robots. These stories are just the beginning, so keep reading for more captivating articles!
Top Trending AI News
1. Apple Set to Pioneer in Generative AI, Teases Tim Cook
Publisher: 9to5Mac
Published: 2/28/2024
Apple CEO Tim Cook hints at major AI initiatives in 2024, promising groundbreaking developments in generative AI, likely at WWDC with iOS 18 focus.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Tim Cook teases AI breakthroughs for Apple.
2️⃣ Apple’s AI focus intensifies, says CEO.
3️⃣ Shareholders hear big AI promises from Apple.
4️⃣ Apple to unveil AI features in iOS 18.
5️⃣ Apple aims to supercharge its ecosystem with AI.
2. Maker Silences Noisy Neighbor With Raspberry Pi and AI Bluetooth Hack
Publisher: Tom’s Hardware
Published: 2/27/2024
A maker creates a Raspberry Pi AI to distort Reggaeton music from neighbors’ Bluetooth speakers as a passive-aggressive solution.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Man uses Raspberry Pi to jam loud neighbor’s music.
2️⃣ AI-driven device distorts Reggaeton through Bluetooth.
3️⃣ Raspberry Pi project aims to end noisy mornings.
4️⃣ Check laws before trying this music jamming tech.
5️⃣ Close proximity needed for Bluetooth disconnection.
3. Operative Admits To Fake Biden AI Robocall Plot
Publisher: NBC News Politics
Published: 2/26/2024
Political consultant Steve Kramer, hired by Biden’s rival, admitted creating a robocall using AI to mimic Biden’s voice, aiming to suppress NH primary votes, sparking investigations and calls for regulatory action.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Consultant admits to AI fake Biden call.
2️⃣ Fake call sparks law enforcement action.
3️⃣ Kramer calls for stricter AI regulation.
4️⃣ Phillips campaign denies robocall knowledge.
5️⃣ AI misuse in politics raises concerns.
4. Jensen Huang: Kids Should Not Learn To Code, Leave It To AI
Publisher: Tom’s Hardware.
Published: 2/25/2024
Nvidia CEO suggests coding not vital, urges focusing on fields like biology, arguing AI will handle programming, promoting a shift in skill learning.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Nvidia CEO: AI will handle coding, focus on other skills.
2️⃣ Huang: AI makes everyone a programmer without coding.
3️⃣ Experts should pivot to biology, education, and farming.
4️⃣ Moorhead doubts AI will end need for programmers.
5️⃣ Freelance writing and translation jobs drop due to AI.
5. Google Chief Acknowledges AI’s Biased Photo Diversity Offended Users
Publisher: The Guardian
Published: 2/28/2024
Google CEO Sundar Pichai apologizes for biased AI, Gemini, after it created diverse and offensive images of historical figures.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Google CEO admits AI bias issues.
2️⃣ Users upset by AI’s diverse historical images.
3️⃣ Google pauses AI’s people images.
4️⃣ AI’s biased responses mirror past errors.
5️⃣ Google plans fixes for AI’s bias.
6. AI Breaks Through Major Barrier in Nuclear Fusion Quest
Publisher: IFLScience
Published: 2/26/2024
AI from Princeton may revolutionize fusion energy, predicting and preventing stability issues in plasma, edging closer to limitless clean energy.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ AI model edges closer to fusion energy dream.
2️⃣ Plasma stability in fusion now more achievable.
3️⃣ AI overcomes major fusion energy hurdle.
4️⃣ Fusion energy’s new hope: artificial intelligence.
5️⃣ Clean, limitless energy potential gets a boost.
7. Laurie Anderson Creates AI Chatbot of Lou Reed, Admits Total Addiction
Publisher: The Guardian
Published: 2/28/2024
Laurie Anderson creates an AI chatbot of Lou Reed, exploring language-based AI and artistic potential, despite mixed reactions from peers.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Laurie Anderson creates Lou Reed AI chatbot.
2️⃣ Anderson’s AI addiction shocks friends.
3️⃣ AI Lou Reed writes in his style.
4️⃣ Exhibition features AI-generated Bible.
5️⃣ AI art questions legacy and authorship.
8. FBI Warns Of Fast-Moving Threats To US Elections
Publisher: AP News
Published: 3/1/2024
FBI Director warns of advanced, fast threats to US elections via tech advances like AI.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ FBI warns of faster election threats.
2️⃣ AI makes interference easier.
3️⃣ U.S. to face more adversaries.
4️⃣ Foreign influence harder to detect.
5️⃣ FBI to share threat info.
9. AIs Excel in Math as Star Trek Characters, Reason Unknown
Publisher: Business Insider
Published: 2/29/2024
AIs solve math better as Star Trek characters, showing the impact of creative prompting on performance.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Star Trek AIs excel in math.
2️⃣ AI art of prompting explored.
3️⃣ Positive prompts boost AI performance.
4️⃣ AIs surpass humans in prompt crafting.
5️⃣ Star Trek prompt surprises researchers.
10. Google’s Gemini AI Mimics Human Lies Too Well
Publisher: Washington Examiner
Published: 2/26/2024
Gemini, Google’s AI, slammed for bias & dishonesty, selectively praises viewpoints, violating its claim of neutrality, echoing Big Tech’s double standards.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Gemini AI accused of bias and dishonesty.
2️⃣ Conservatives mock Gemini’s liberal programming.
3️⃣ Gemini’s neutrality claim questioned.
4️⃣ Gemini’s explanations seen as untruthful.
5️⃣ Big Tech accused of double standards.
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