Open Source, Music & NASA

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Nvidia Introduces Fugatto AI Model for Advanced Music and Audio Generation

The leading supplier of chips and AI software unveiled its latest artificial intelligence model, Fugatto (Foundational Generative Audio Transformer Opus 1), designed to revolutionize music and audio production for the film, video game, and music industries.

Unlike AI technologies from startups like Runway and giants like Meta Platforms, Fugatto generates and modifies audio through text prompts, creating novel sounds and voice modifications.

Fugatto can generate sound effects and music from descriptive text, including unique sounds like making a trumpet bark like a dog. Its standout feature is the ability to transform existing audio, such as converting a piano line into a sung melody or altering the accent and mood of a spoken word recording. "Generative AI is set to enhance music, video games, and creative projects for everyone," said Bryan Catanzaro, Nvidia's VP of Applied Deep Learning Research.

Despite its innovative capabilities, Nvidia has yet to make any immediate plans to publicly release Fugatto, citing concerns over potential misuse. The model was trained on open-source data, and Nvidia is currently evaluating the risks associated with its distribution. "Any generative technology carries risks, and we need to ensure responsible use," Catanzaro added.

As the relationship between tech and Hollywood remains tense, particularly over voice imitation issues, Nvidia's cautious approach reflects the broader industry's efforts to balance innovation with ethical considerations.

IBM and AWS Strengthen AI Partnership with New Generative AI Innovations at re:Invent

IBM and Amazon Web Services are set to unveil significant advancements in their collaboration to promote responsible AI adoption for businesses.

The partnership, announced during AWS re:Invent, focuses on enhancing transparency, security, and trust in generative AI technologies.

Central to IBM's AI strategy is maximizing enterprise data through open-source technology and a connected ecosystem that spans multiple models, tools, and applications across diverse platforms. By optimizing their technologies for AWS environments, including Amazon SageMaker and Amazon Bedrock, IBM and AWS aim to streamline AI integration and performance for complex high-performance computing (HPC) workflows.

Key highlights include the availability of IBM Granite models on Amazon Bedrock and SageMaker JumpStart and new integrations between IBM watsonx.governance and Amazon SageMaker. These integrations introduce robust governance, security, and automation capabilities, such as full-stack observability with IBM Instana and automated resource optimization powered by IBM Turbonomic.

Chris Grusz, AWS Managing Director of Technology Partnerships, emphasized the partnership's role in democratizing AI, making it easier for customers to select and implement the best technologies. Upcoming showcases at re:Invent will demonstrate enterprise-grade AI solutions tailored to specific business requirements, further solidifying IBM and AWS's commitment to responsible and scalable AI deployment.

Linux Foundation Pushes Open-Source Linux into Safety-Critical Systems with ELISA Project

Kate Stewart, Vice President of Dependable Embedded Systems at the Linux Foundation, addressed the growing adoption of open-source Linux in safety-critical environments at the recent Open Source Summit.

She focused on the Enabling Linux In Safety Applications (ELISA) project, which aims to integrate Linux into applications where safety is essential.

During the summit, the Linux Foundation announced two new members, Hamburg University and LINC Software, who will contribute to the aerospace and embedded Linux sectors. The ELISA project emphasizes system-level safety analysis and collaborates with initiatives like Automotive Grade Linux (AGL) and the Yocto Project to ensure robust safety standards.

The foundation is also partnering with NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) to enhance its operational efficiency, effectiveness, and the responsible use of taxpayer funds. Upcoming initiatives include launching space-grade Linux distributions and improving transparency through the generation of SPDX 3.0 Software Bill of Materials (S-BOM).

A key focus of the ELISA project is to break down silos and improve efficiency in safety analysis across various domains. The Linux Foundation seeks to solidify Linux's role in mission-critical applications by fostering collaboration and standardization, ensuring reliable and secure systems for diverse industries.

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