??? GPT Store, XR Powerplay, and Project Mockingbird Unveiled!

Welcome to this week's edition of Edditter.io, your go-to source for the latest happenings in the tech world. In a revolutionary move, OpenAI has transformed the landscape with the launch of the GPT Store. But that's not all; Qualcomm is set to redefine the extended reality experience with the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset. Powering Samsung's upcoming XR headset, this chipset promises not only crystal-clear visuals but also a significant leap forward in performance.

In addition to these groundbreaking developments, we'll shine a spotlight on McAfee's latest move in the battle against cyber threats. Project Mockingbird, unveiled at CES 2024, introduces AI-powered deep fake audio detection technology.

?? OpenAI's GPT Store Revolutionizes Custom Assistants

In a groundbreaking move, OpenAI has launched the GPT Store, a hub for users to access and share custom AI assistants. Since the introduction of custom GPTs two months ago, enthusiasts have crafted over three million unique assistants, spanning topics from art and research to programming and lifestyle.

Builders now have the opportunity to showcase their creations in the dedicated GPT Store, offering a diverse range of assistants. OpenAI spotlights particularly useful ones, including personalized trail recommendations from AllTrails, academic paper searches with Consensus, coding skill expansion via Khan Academy’s Code Tutor, presentation design with Canva, book recommendations from Books, and math assistance from CK-12 Flexi.

??? Qualcomm's XR Powerplay

Qualcomm has raised the bar in the extended reality (XR) realm with the introduction of the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset, set to fuel Samsung's upcoming XR headset. This powerhouse of technology promises to elevate XR productivity and entertainment, boasting a remarkable 4.3K resolution. Hugo Swart, Qualcomm's VP, and GM of XR, emphasized how this advancement will bring crystal-clear visuals to life, enhancing applications like room-scale screens, life-size overlays, and virtual desktops.

The Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset marks a significant leap forward with a 15 percent increase in GPU and a 20 percent boost in CPU frequency compared to its predecessor, the XR2 Gen 2. Noteworthy features include support for 12+ concurrent cameras, facilitating advanced hand and body tracking capabilities. The chipset also introduces a rapid 12ms full-color video see-through, providing users with a seamless and immersive experience. Adding to its prowess, the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 supports Wi-Fi 7, ensuring high-speed connectivity for the next generation of XR devices.

??? McAfee Unleashes Project Mockingbird

McAfee, at CES 2024, has unveiled Project Mockingbird, a groundbreaking AI-powered deep fake audio detection technology poised to combat the escalating threat of cybercriminals employing AI-generated audio for scams and manipulation. The technology is McAfee's response to the surge in cyber threats, utilizing generative AI tools to craft sophisticated scams, including voice cloning and manipulation of videos to deceive individuals.

Project Mockingbird introduces an industry-leading AI model developed by McAfee Labs, employing contextual, behavioral, and categorical detection models to achieve an impressive 90 percent accuracy rate in detecting AI-generated audio. Steve Grobman, CTO at McAfee, emphasizes that this technology equips users with valuable insights, akin to a weather forecast, aiding in informed decisions about the authenticity of content.

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