AI Pulse #28: Bezos, Nvidia Back AI-Powered Robot Startup, Apple to Break New Ground in AI, Says Cook, + MORE
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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
1???Tim Cook teases AI breakthroughs for Apple.
2?? Apple’s AI focus intensifies, says CEO.
3?? Shareholders hear big AI promises from Apple.
4?? Apple to unveil AI features in iOS 18.
5?? 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
1???Man uses Raspberry Pi to jam loud neighbor’s music.
2?? AI-driven device distorts Reggaeton through Bluetooth.
3?? Raspberry Pi project aims to end noisy mornings.
4?? Check laws before trying this music jamming tech.
5?? 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
1???Consultant admits to AI fake Biden call.
2?? Fake call sparks law enforcement action.
3?? Kramer calls for stricter AI regulation.
4?? Phillips campaign denies robocall knowledge.
5?? 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
1???Nvidia CEO: AI will handle coding, focus on other skills.
2?? Huang: AI makes everyone a programmer without coding.
3?? Experts should pivot to biology, education, and farming.
4?? Moorhead doubts AI will end need for programmers.
5?? 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
1???Google CEO admits AI bias issues.
2?? Users upset by AI’s diverse historical images.
3?? Google pauses AI’s people images.
4?? AI’s biased responses mirror past errors.
5?? 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.
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TAKEAWAYS
1???AI model edges closer to fusion energy dream.
2?? Plasma stability in fusion now more achievable.
3?? AI overcomes major fusion energy hurdle.
4?? Fusion energy’s new hope: artificial intelligence.
5?? 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
1???Laurie Anderson creates Lou Reed AI chatbot.
2?? Anderson’s AI addiction shocks friends.
3?? AI Lou Reed writes in his style.
4?? Exhibition features AI-generated Bible.
5?? 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
1???FBI warns of faster election threats.
2?? AI makes interference easier.
3?? U.S. to face more adversaries.
4?? Foreign influence harder to detect.
5?? 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
1???Star Trek AIs excel in math.
2?? AI art of prompting explored.
3?? Positive prompts boost AI performance.
4?? AIs surpass humans in prompt crafting.
5?? 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
1???Gemini AI accused of bias and dishonesty.
2?? Conservatives mock Gemini’s liberal programming.
3?? Gemini’s neutrality claim questioned.
4?? Gemini’s explanations seen as untruthful.
5?? Big Tech accused of double standards.
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Exciting to see Apple's plans for AI and the support of Bezos and Nvidia. Keep innovating, Lawrence!
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7 个月Lawrence Ng, your newsletter is a treasure trove for tech enthusiasts! Apple's AI ambitions and the AI robot initiative are exactly the kind of breakthroughs that inspire us to dream bigger.