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French woman duped by AI Brad Pitt faces mockery online
Date: January 16, 2024Source: BBC.comA French woman who was duped by an AI-generated image of Brad Pitt has faced mockery online. The incident highlights the growing concern about the use of AI in creating realistic but fake content.Link: https://www.bbc.com/Taiwan says exclusion from new US curbs on AI tech should ‘give confidence’
Date: January 15, 2025Source: ReutersTaiwan's exclusion from new U.S. curbs on AI chip and technology exports should 'give confidence' about Taipei's own controls and respect for the law, the island's government said. The U.S. restrictions cap AI chip exports to most countries and maintain a block on exports to China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. However, allies like Taiwan have unlimited access to U.S. AI technology. Taiwan's Economy Ministry emphasized the significance of ongoing dialogue with U.S. officials and industry experts to ensure local companies remain updated on pertinent regulatory changes.Link: https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/TSMC-TAIWAN-SEMICONDUCTOR-6492349/news/Taiwan-says-exclusion-from-new-US-curbs-on-AI-tech-should-give-confidence-48761758/AI researcher François Chollet founds a new AI lab focused on AGI
Date: January 15, 2025Source: TechCrunchFrançois Chollet, an influential AI researcher, is launching a new startup, Ndea, which aims to build frontier AI systems with novel designs. The lab will focus on developing and operationalizing AGI using program synthesis techniques. Chollet believes this approach can help overcome the most intractable problems in AI research and potentially achieve a breakthrough in creating AI that can learn as efficiently as humans.Link: https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/15/ai-researcher-francois-chollet-founds-a-new-ai-lab-focused-on-agi/Writers voice anxiety about using AI. Readers don’t seem to care
Date: January 15, 2025Source: aitopics.orgWriters express anxiety about using AI, while readers seem indifferent. A study involving 19 fiction writers and 30 readers explores the impact of AI on writing. The study uses OpenAI's GPT-4 and highlights concerns about the writer economy's transformation due to generative AI.Link: https://aitopics.org/doc/news:F98E24D9The five biggest mistakes people make when prompting an AI
Date: April 26, 2023Source: ZDNetThe article discusses common mistakes people make when prompting AI, including unclear or vague prompts, failure to specify context, and not providing enough background information. It emphasizes the importance of crafting precise and detailed prompts to achieve desired results from generative AI.Link: https://www.zdnet.com/article/the-five-biggest-mistakes-people-make-when-prompting-an-ai/AI Agents Are Here. How Much Should We Let Them Do?
Date: October 17, 2024Source: WIREDJesse Lyu's AI-powered personal device, rabbit, is pushing the boundaries of human-machine interaction with its flagship device, the r1. The r1 moves beyond traditional app-based systems, integrating AI agents to handle tasks seamlessly. Users can interact with the device using natural language commands, eliminating the need to switch between apps. The device has undergone over 16 OTA updates, significantly improving its performance. The introduction of Teach Mode allows users to teach the r1 new tasks, aligning with Lyu's vision of a platform that evolves with user needs.Link: https://wired.me/gear/rabbit-ai-personal-device/That Sports News Story You Clicked on Could Be AI Slop
Date: January 15, 2025Source: WIREDThe article discusses the rise of fraudulent websites mimicking legitimate sports news outlets to distribute AI-generated content and plagiarized articles. These sites, part of a network called 'Synthetic Echo,' use domain names and designs similar to established media brands like ESPN, NBC, and BBC to deceive readers and advertisers. The primary goal is to inflate pageviews using bots and AI click farms, thereby generating unearned ad revenue.Link: https://bestofai.com/article/that-sports-news-story-you-clicked-on-could-be-ai-slopWhy ‘Beating China’ In AI Brings Its Own Risks
Date: January 16, 2025Source: WIREDThe Biden administration introduced new export restrictions to control AI's spread, highlighting the risks of 'beating China' in AI. The article discusses the potential consequences of these restrictions and the challenges in the AI race between the U.S. and China.Link: https://aitopics.org/doc/news:20A1C3DCOpenAI tests phone number-only ChatGPT signups
Date: December 6, 2024Source: TechCrunchOpenAI has introduced a new $200-per-month subscription tier for ChatGPT, called ChatGPT Pro. This tier includes access to the o1 reasoning model, which provides more comprehensive and reliable answers to complex questions. The model is designed for power users who need advanced capabilities in tasks like math, programming, and writing. However, the high price point has raised questions about its practicality and whether users will be willing to pay for it.Link: https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/06/will-people-really-pay-200-a-month-for-openais-new-chatbot/How AI can help you manage your finances (and what to watch out for)
Date: January 16, 2024Source: ZDNetAI can significantly enhance financial management by automating tasks, providing personalized insights, and detecting fraud. However, users must be cautious about data privacy and the potential for bias in AI algorithms.Link: https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-ai-can-help-you-manage-your-finances-and-what-to-watch-out-for/