AI Revolution 2024: Google's Gemini Emerges, Microsoft Supercharges Copilot, and OpenAI's Trademark Tussle - A New Era in Technology Unfolds

Welcome to the latest edition of the AI Frontier Newsletter, where we delve into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and its groundbreaking developments.

AI Scores in Super Bowl Commercials

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Super Bowl commercials has been a notable trend. Several companies incorporated AI-related themes in their ads during the Super Bowl.

Key Points:

• Microsoft's "Watch Me" commercial promoted its AI assistant Copilot, which is found in Windows 11. The ad played on the idea that AI will replace artists and creatives.
• Google featured an accessibility feature called Guided Frame for its Pixel 8 smartphone, using Google AI to alert users about when and how many faces are in the frame.
• Cybersecurity company CrowdStrike showcased how it uses AI for security in an ad set in the Old West.
• Etsy debuted its AI-enabled "Gift Mode" feature.

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Microsoft Enhances Copilot

Microsoft introduces a major update to Copilot, making it a powerhouse for AI-powered creativity and productivity. With over 10 billion combined chats and images generated, Copilot's new features are set to redefine user experience.

• Features: Sleek interface, advanced image creation tools, and the introduction of Designer GPT.
• Impact: Aims to democratize AI, empowering individuals and organizations worldwide.

Hats off to Salesforce , 甲骨文 , insightsoftware , and 微软 for being named the 2024 Business Intelligence & Analytics Enterprise Data Quadrant Award champions!

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Frame AI Glasses

Brilliant Labs launches Frame AI glasses, a revolutionary open-source augmented reality wearable.

Key Points:

• Pre-orders are now open at $349, with shipments expected to commence in April 2024.
• Compatible with prescription lenses, featuring a microOLED panel for AR content, and designed for all-day battery life.
• The world’s first glasses with an integrated multimodal AI assistant, enhancing smartphone capabilities.
• Available in three colors: black, white, and transparent, with engineering-grade nylon for durability and comfort.
• Open-source design and code accessible on Github, catering to a wide IPD range of 58-72mm.

Philippe Coution will take part in GenAI DACH, which will take place in Berlin in March 2024. As AI Lead at TüV Süd, he talks to us in an interview about ethical aspects of AI development, the EU AI law and best practices in the company.

GenAI DACH 2024 is the only German-speaking conference that deals intensively with the implementation and scaling of generative AI in the DACH region.

AI Uncovers Ancient Texts

AI technology has made a groundbreaking discovery by deciphering text from a 2,000-year-old charred scroll from Herculaneum, buried by Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.

Key Points:

• A $1M contest led to the extraction of Greek text from the Herculaneum papyri.
• The scrolls, found in the 18th century, were previously unreadable due to damage.
• AI detected patterns unseen by humans, revealing over 2,000 letters.

Oracle launches cloud infrastructure GenAI service

Oracle NetSuite has launched its Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Generative AI service in Australia and New Zealand.

The offering is a fully managed service that allows businesses to integrate Cohere and Meta Llama 2 large language models (LLMs) into their applications via an API.

The service now supports over 100 languages, an improved GPU cluster management experience, and fine-tuning options. Launch event.

Google Bard rebranded and dropped its most significant update yet, setting a new standard in the world of conversational AI.

?Here are 5 interesting features Brad brings to the table, all absolutely free:

1?? Unrivaled Programming and App Integration:- Write, clarify, and fix code effortlessly with Gemini's advanced programming capabilities.- Instant access to key applications like Instacart, Spotify, Walmart, Indeed, and more, all integrated seamlessly within Gemini for a holistic user experience.

2?? Innovative Text-to-Image Conversion and Global Accessibility:- Convert text into realistic images with Gemini's AI, powered by Google's Gemini AI and advanced NLP for accurate interpretations.- With support for over 40 languages and availability in 230 countries, Gemini promotes linguistic inclusion and cultural diversity, making AI technology accessible worldwide.

3?? Enhanced Intelligence and Comprehensive AI Assistance:- Integration of Gemini into Bard has led to significant improvements in language understanding, logical reasoning, and programming skills, ideal for a range of projects and tasks.- Gemini serves as the ultimate AI assistant, offering advanced logic, generative abilities, and interactions through text, voice, and images on both Android and iOS devices.

4?? Personalized Interactions and Creative Content Generation:- Capable of generating diverse responses to similar queries, Gemini ensures personalized interaction.- Utilizes Google Lens for quick and creative image descriptions and offers instant image generation capabilities within the chat, facilitating easy visualization of ideas.

5?? Direct Internet Access for Instant Information:- Provides quick and direct answers to any query with its direct internet access feature, keeping users informed and up-to-date without leaving the chat interface.

The rise of AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Google's Gemini, and Microsoft's AI tools is rapidly changing how we interact with technology, signaling a future where AI assistance is integral to our daily lives. These platforms are pioneering advancements in AI, each offering unique capabilities that promise to transform sectors from education to customer service.

While ChatGPT focuses on content generation, Gemini brings real-time web information access, and Microsoft integrates AI into everyday software tools. What's next?

??Meta to Label AI-Generated Images

In a move towards ethical AI use, Meta announces plans to label AI-generated images across its platforms, enhancing transparency and countering media manipulation.

??Gen Z Embraces AI

Contrary to older generations, Gen Z is more open to integrating AI into their professional lives, viewing it as a career advantage. This shift highlights the evolving relationship between AI and the workforce.

Quick Hits:

• Neuralink moves to Nevada, signaling strategic corporate shifts and advancements in neurotechnology.
• Singapore emerges as a potential global AI hub, highlighting its innovation-friendly environment and strategic AI initiatives.

Many thanks for the support! Stay tuned for more insights and updates from the world of technology!??