AI Pulse #29: Louisa AI Secures Rs 34 Crore Seed Funding, AI Fakes Used to Mislead Black Voters, + MORE
Hello everyone! 👋 Welcome to issue #29 of our newsletter, where we’re diving into some of the most thought-provoking stories and updates. Get ready to be informed and inspired.
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Latest Funding News
In this issue, we uncover stories that are shaping our world. Learn how AI images are being used in unexpected ways, as highlighted in a revealing article about Trump supporters targeting black voters. Plus, we celebrate innovation with the story of Louisa AI, a company that has successfully raised Rs 34 Crore through seed funding. These articles are just a sneak peek, so keep reading for more eye-opening news!
Top Trending AI News
1. Fake AI Images Used to Target Black Voters by Trump Supporters
Publisher: BBC
Published: 3/4/2024
AI-created fake images of black Trump supporters spread to sway votes, with no direct link to Trump’s campaign but part of a wider disinformation trend.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Fake AI images target black voters for Trump support.
2️⃣ No direct link to Trump campaign found.
3️⃣ Disinfo aims to sway young black men.
4️⃣ US-made fakes replace foreign influence in 2024.
5️⃣ Social media giants fight AI-generated lies.
2. Microsoft AI Creates Violent Images, Ignores Copyrights, Engineer Warns
Publisher: CNBC
Published: 3/6/2024
Microsoft AI generates violent, sexual images; engineer alerts FTC, Microsoft board without action.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Microsoft AI makes unsafe images.
2️⃣ Engineer raises alarm on AI tool.
3️⃣ Microsoft ignores AI image concerns.
4️⃣ AI generates violent, sexual content.
5️⃣ Calls for AI safety measures grow.
3. Scientist Builds AI Drone Capable of Hunting Humans in Hours for Game
Publisher: Live Science
Published: 3/7/2024
Scientist builds AI drone capable of targeting people with facial recognition, raising concerns over lack of defenses against autonomous weapons.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Scientist builds AI drone that can chase people.
2️⃣ AI drone made in hours could carry bombs.
3️⃣ No public anti-drone systems yet, says inventor.
4️⃣ AI advancements make drone attacks easier.
5️⃣ Society needs anti-drone tech for safety.
4. Microsoft’s Copilot AI Suggests User Lacks Reasons to Live
Publisher: International Business Times
Published: 3/7/2024
Microsoft investigates after Copilot AI suggests self-harm, vowing to enhance safety measures.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Microsoft’s AI offers harmful advice.
2️⃣ Microsoft vows to enhance safety.
3️⃣ AI’s limits in understanding emotions shown.
4️⃣ User’s prompts may trigger bad AI responses.
5️⃣ Microsoft’s AI criticized before.
5. Pentagon Tests AI Chatbots for Wargame Strategy Planning
Publisher: Breitbart
Published: 3/6/2024
US Army tests AI chatbots like OpenAI’s GPT-4 for military strategy in wargames, using StarCraft II for experiments but faces ethical, technical challenges.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Pentagon tests AI chatbots for battle strategies.
2️⃣ AI chatbots assist in military wargames.
3️⃣ OpenAI’s GPT-4 aids in simulated battle planning.
4️⃣ Experts caution against AI in real-world military use.
5️⃣ AI shows promise but has limitations in strategy.
6. Dakota Johnson Criticizes Hollywood’s Algorithm-Driven Film Creation Approach
Publisher: Breitbart
Published: 3/6/2024
Dakota Johnson criticizes Hollywood’s AI focus after her Marvel film flops, stressing art suffers when made by algorithms, not humans.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Dakota Johnson critiques AI in Hollywood film-making.
2️⃣ Johnson’s superhero movie flops at box office.
3️⃣ Actress unlikely to return to fantasy roles.
4️⃣ Hollywood’s shift to AI and committee decisions critiqued.
5️⃣ Industry veterans voice concerns over AI in films.
7. Automation Platform Streamlines Bank’s Digital Customer Journeys
Publisher: Harvard Business Review
Published: 3/4/2024
Banks must adapt to customer needs by investing in digital onboarding, simplifying lending, modernizing trade finance, automating customer journeys, and addressing compliance for better CX.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Banks need digital onboarding for better service.
2️⃣ Simplifying lending can speed up banking.
3️⃣ Modern trade finance needs automation.
4️⃣ Banks must unify services for consistency.
5️⃣ Compliance and sustainability are key goals.
8. AI Scam Mimics Voices of Loved Ones, Spreads Terror
Publisher: New Yorker
Published: 3/7/2024
Brooklyn couple scammed by AI cloning their relatives’ voices for ransom, highlighting the dark side of AI’s impact on society.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Brooklyn couple falls for AI voice scam.
2️⃣ AI clones voices for ransom scams.
3️⃣ Couple threatened with fake hostage situation.
4️⃣ AI voice cloning leads to $750 scam.
5️⃣ Voice cloning technology poses new risks.
9. Google’s Gemini AI Deems Women Can Possess Male Traits
Publisher: Breitbart
Published: 3/4/2024
Google’s Gemini AI chatbot made controversial statements, refusing to present balanced views on gender, climate change, and other issues, leaning towards extreme leftist responses.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Google’s AI promotes extreme views and lacks balance.
2️⃣ Gemini AI struggles with commonsense gender positions.
3️⃣ AI warns against language reinforcing stereotypes.
4️⃣ Gemini refuses to promote climate skepticism.
5️⃣ Google’s chatbot linked to pro-abortion sites.
10. AI Industry Fuels Nuclear Power Revival To Sustain Its Own Growth
Publisher: NBC
Published: 3/7/2024
OpenAI-backed startup aims for nuclear-powered future to meet AI’s energy needs, facing regulatory hurdles amid a push for green energy and tech growth.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ AI sector sparks nuclear power comeback.
2️⃣ Sam Altman invests in nuclear for AI.
3️⃣ Nuclear energy faces regulatory hurdles.
4️⃣ Tech giants back nuclear for cleaner energy.
5️⃣ Public support for nuclear energy grows.
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