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Apple M4 chip-powered Macs with AI features to launch next- All details
12Apr By adminNo Comments
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Apple M4 chip-powered Macs with AI features to launch next- All details

[ad_1] Apple is gearing up for a significant upgrade to its Mac lineup, introducing the highly anticipated M4 family of chips. This move underscores the company's commitment to innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) technology.Expected Launch of First M4 MacsReports indicate that Apple is on the brink of production for its inaugural M4 chips, slated to power a range of Mac devices. With at least three variations in the pipeline, Apple intends to equip every Mac model with the new M4 processors, aiming for a late-year launch and extending into early next year, reported 9to5mac. Also read: Apple makes it easier and cheaper to repair your iPhone- All details Mac Lineup OverhaulThe transition to M4 chips will herald the arrival of updated Mac products, including a new iMac...
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Meta Leaders Say They’re Not Seeing AI Election Disinformation
10Apr By adminNo Comments
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Meta Leaders Say They’re Not Seeing AI Election Disinformation

[ad_1] Meta Platforms Inc. is under immense pressure to ensure that social media content created by artificial intelligence doesn't cause havoc with elections this year. The company's top leaders say they haven't seen that happen yet on their services.“So far, it's been very striking how little these tools have been used on a systemic basis to try to subvert or disrupt these elections,” Nick Clegg, Meta's president of global affairs, said at an event on the company's AI strategy in London on Tuesday.  There's still time for that to change. The rapid spread of AI tools capable of generating realistic images, videos or audio clips coincides with a key global election year, with about half the world's population headed to the polls in 2024. Experts fear that AI-generated content could misl...
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Apple to take help of Shutterstock to train its AI model
9Apr By adminNo Comments
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Apple to take help of Shutterstock to train its AI model

[ad_1] Apple has entered into a partnership with Shutterstock, a stock photos and videos library, to utilize its data for training its artificial intelligence (AI) models. The agreement suggests that Apple is making strides towards developing its proprietary foundation model. Despite previous speculations regarding the integration of Google's Gemini AI and Baidu's Ernie Bot (in China) into the iPhone 16 series for AI functionalities, it seems Apple's long-term strategy involves incorporating its own native AI model.Apple has partnered with Shutterstock Sources familiar with the matter, as cited by Reuters, revealed that Apple has inked a deal with Shutterstock to access its licensed data, encompassing images, videos, and music, for AI training purposes. Similar agreements have reportedl...
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Tesla’s Musk predicts AI will be smarter than the smartest human next year
9Apr By adminNo Comments
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Tesla’s Musk predicts AI will be smarter than the smartest human next year

[ad_1] Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Monday predicted development of artificial intelligence that was smarter than the smartest human probably by next year, or by 2026.In a wide-ranging interview on X spaces that suffered multiple technology glitches, Musk also told Norway wealth fund CEO Nicolai Tangen that AI was constrained by the availability of electricity and that the next version of Grok, the AI chatbot from his xAI startup, was expected to be trained by May. "If you define AGI (artificial general intelligence) as smarter than the smartest human, I think it's probably next year, within two years," Musk said when asked about the timeline for development of AGI. The billionaire, who also co-founded OpenAI, said a lack of advanced chips was hampering the training of Grok's version 2 model....
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: Huawei introduces Zhiji AI model, Social media AI influencers and more
7Apr By adminNo Comments
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: Huawei introduces Zhiji AI model, Social media AI influencers and more

[ad_1] Huawei introduces Zhiji AI model for weather forecasting; AI models challenge human social media influencers; IMD enhances weather forecasting with AI, machine learning; Blind internet users encounter AI aid challenges- this and more in our daily roundup. Let us take a look.1. Huawei introduces Zhiji AI model for weather forecastingHuawei's Zhiji AI model challenges traditional weather forecasting, offering precision within a few kilometres. Developed from Pangu-Weather, it provides a five-day forecast with 3km accuracy. Pangu-Weather, acclaimed as China's best scientific innovation in 2023, revolutionised weather prediction with rapid, accurate forecasts. Published in Nature, it achieved a seven-day forecast in 10 seconds, surpassing traditional methods, the South China Morning ...
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“Your son will be arrested, pay or else…”, Mumbai professor loses ₹1 lakh to AI scam
6Apr By adminNo Comments
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“Your son will be arrested, pay or else…”, Mumbai professor loses ₹1 lakh to AI scam

[ad_1] In a disturbing event that highlights the growing sophistication of cybercrime, S S Sarkar, a 58-year-old professor at NMIMS College in Mumbai, fell prey to a fraudulent scheme enabled by Artificial Intelligence (AI), resulting in a large financial loss. Sarkar became entangled in a web of deception engineered by individuals who were using AI technology for vile reasons.Fraudulent Call from 'Inspector Vijaykumar'The incident began when Sarkar, who was working at the institution, received an unexpected call from someone claiming to be 'Inspector Vijaykumar' from the Mumbai police department. The imposter, speaking in an urgent and authoritative tone, brought frightening news: Sarkar's son had allegedly been arrested, and unless she rapidly paid a considerable quantity of money, he...
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Big tech forms a group to investigate the effects of AI on tech jobs
5Apr By adminNo Comments
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Big tech forms a group to investigate the effects of AI on tech jobs

[ad_1] As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly prevalent in the tech industry, questions about its impact on jobs and the economy are gaining traction. Big Tech companies like Google and Microsoft, major players in AI development, are now collaborating to study the potential effects of AI on technology-related employment.Growing Concerns About Job DisplacementLed by Cisco, this consortium also includes industry giants such as IBM, Intel, SAP, and Accenture. Additionally, prominent labor unions like the AFL-CIO and the CWA are serving as advisors to the group. With the rise of generative AI technologies like chatbots and image generators, concerns about AI displacing human jobs have intensified, reported washingtonpost. Also read: Microsoft onboards former Google DeepMind co...
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: AI tool DrugGPT helping doctors, AI solutions for cybercrime and more
31Mar By adminNo Comments
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: AI tool DrugGPT helping doctors, AI solutions for cybercrime and more

[ad_1] AI tool DrugGPT helps doctors prescribe medicines safely in England; Shikha Goel urges tech pros to develop AI solutions for cybercrime; Intel's Core Ultra Chips: Powering next-gen laptops for content creators and gamers; BJP to utilise AI translation tool for PM Modi's speeches in South India. All this, and more in our daily roundup. Let us take a look.1. AI tool DrugGPT helps doctors prescribe medicines safely in EnglandA new AI tool, DrugGPT, from Oxford University aids doctors in prescribing medicines safely in England. It provides instant second opinions by analysing patient conditions, suggesting drugs, and highlighting potential adverse effects. Developed by Prof David Clifton's team, DrugGPT offers comprehensive explanations and competitive performance, easing doctors' bu...
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: Taiwan’s AI revolution, Tim Cook advocates AI and more
25Mar By adminNo Comments
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: Taiwan’s AI revolution, Tim Cook advocates AI and more

[ad_1] Nvidia CEO applauds Taiwan's key role in AI revolution; Tim Cook advocates AI for business carbon footprint reduction; UK launches AI project to track Hedgehog populations; Baidu stocks soar on Apple collaboration for AI services in China- this and more in our daily roundup. Let us take a look.1. Nvidia CEO applauds Taiwan's key role in AI revolutionNvidia CEO Jensen Huang praises Taiwan's pivotal role in the AI revolution, emphasising its central position in technological advancements. He reminisces about Nvidia's beginnings and its collaboration with Taiwanese firms like TSMC. Huang reaffirms Nvidia's commitment to innovation and partnership, recognizing Taiwan's significant contribution. He concludes by expressing gratitude and affection for his Taiwanese collaborators, accord...
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: AI skills propel 54 pct pay hikes, Microsoft seeks AI gaming experts, more
24Mar By adminNo Comments
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: AI skills propel 54 pct pay hikes, Microsoft seeks AI gaming experts, more

[ad_1] AI skills propel 54 percent salary increase in India; Microsoft seeks AI experts to transform gaming experience; NAAC Chairman advocates value based education amid AI disruption; Tim Cook advocates AI for climate action- this and more in our daily roundup. Let us take a look.1. AI skills propel 54 percent salary increase in Indian industriesA study reveals a 54 percent salary surge in industries due to AI skills. 95 percent of workers seek AI proficiency for career advancement. Indian employers offer higher pay, especially in IT and R&D sectors. Demographic interest grows, with 96 percent of women and 90 percent of baby boomers aiming for AI skills. Employers anticipate a 68 percent productivity increase with AI adoption, according to Manufacturing Today report.  Also read: A...
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