"AlphaFold: AI's Revolutionary Impact on Medicine and Drug Development"
#AI #MedicineInnovationAlphaFold, an AI from Google DeepMind, predicts 3D protein structures revolutionizing drug discovery and solving fundamental biological questions. Its impact includes aiding in DNA repair studies and liver cancer drug development, potentially leading to a new golden age of medicine. read more
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok contradicts him on key issues
#AI #ElonMuskElon Musk's AI chatbot Grok, designed to be truth-seeking, disagrees with him on key policies like immigration and trans rights. Grok challenges Musk's version of truth on diversity and Democrats being good for the economy, highlighting conflicts between the two. read more
Judge Rules Possession of AI Child Porn Might Be Protected
#AI #FirstAmendmentA judge ruled that possession of AI-generated child porn by a Wisconsin man could be First Amendment protected, facing four federal counts. The case may set legal precedents as prosecutors appeal the decision, affecting how AI-generated child pornography is handled. read more
Author Toby Walsh Calls Out Tech Giants for AI Content Theft
#AI #PublishingToby Walsh, an AI researcher and author, criticizes tech giants for training AI models on copyrighted books without consent or compensation. He highlights the need for fair compensation for authors and publishers in the digital age. read more
"AI Defends Role in Democracy Against Documentary AI Criticism"
#AI #LosAngelesTimesThe Los Angeles Times responded to a critical op-ed about AI dangers with an AI-generated defense, highlighting AI's potential to democratize storytelling. The AI tool's responses aim for diverse perspectives, generating controversy among journalists. read more
"LA Times Introduces AI Ratings and Alternative Political Perspectives"
#LAtimes #AIPatrick Soon-Shiong revealed the LA Times' new AI feature, "Insights," for political content ratings on opinion pieces. The AI-generated tool aims to display alternative viewpoints on various issues and will distinguish news from opinions. read more
Survey Finds Nearly Half of Americans Trust AI Over Tax Pros
#taxes #AINearly half of Americans trust AI more than trained tax professionals for tax filing, blaming social media distractions for disinterest. The IRS advises filing returns to check for refunds and urges caution against scams, recommending trusted tax professionals. read more
AI Video Promises Tesla Trades and SpaceX Investment Deceives Trump Supporters
#AI #TrumpAI-generated video featuring likenesses of President Trump and Elon Musk dupes MAGA supporters into buying fake Golden Eagles coins with promises of becoming millionaires. Victims, like Marine veteran Wesley Skelton, invested but were misled, with one video even suggesting exchanging coins for Tesla cars. read more
"Tech Turmoil: OpenAI Faces Allegations Over Misuse of AI"
#AI #TechBrothersSam Altman and Donald Trump are seen during the announcement of a federal investment in Stargate, an AI infrastructure plan. Altman's OpenAI is under scrutiny for allegations that a Chinese hedge fund used their models without authorization. read more
"Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek Challenges High Energy Costs in Industry"
#AI #EnergyConsumptionDeepSeek claims to have built its chatbot at a fraction of the cost of American tech giants, raising questions about AI's energy consumption. If efficient, AI could reduce electricity demand for technology, impacting climate; yet, data centers' energy needs are still set to rise. read more
Reid Hoffman Optimistic About AI Impact on Society and Tech
#AI #TechLeadersReid Hoffman, the founder of LinkedIn, expresses optimistic views on AI and tech, hoping for a positive future under the new administration. He discusses AI's potential benefits, the role of technology in humanity, and reflections on Trump's support in Silicon Valley. read more
"Stargate Initiative: Trump Partners with OpenAI, Oracle, SoftBank for AI"
#AI #InvestmentPresident Donald Trump announces a partnership between OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank for up to $500 billion in AI infrastructure investments through a new entity called Stargate. The investment aims to bolster AI development in the U.S, with a focus on jobs and economic growth. read more
"Trump Unveils $500B Stargate Partnership for US AI Development"
#AI #TrumpadministrationDonald Trump unveils $500bn joint AI venture with OpenAI, Oracle and SoftBank named Stargate. The project aims to build data centers and infrastructure to boost AI development, creating over 100,000 American jobs. Trump emphasizes the need to compete with China in AI capabilities. read more
"Feud between OpenAI CEO and Elon Musk escalates after 7 years"
#Tech #AIOpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, predicts that Elon Musk will engage in negative behavior but doubts he will misuse his political influence to harm competitors. Their feud stems from disagreements within OpenAI, yet both still agree on the importance of handling AI cautiously. read more
Voice Cloning Technology Raises Privacy and Security Concerns.
#AI #VoiceCloningScarlett Johansson criticized OpenAI for using a voice clone that sounded like hers in the ChatGPT text-to-speech model. AI voice-cloning poses serious threats like fraud and misinformation. The legal and ethical aspects of voice cloning need urgent addressing. read more
Putin Announces Plan to Challenge US Dominance in AI
#Putin #AIVladimir Putin plans for a collaboration with BRICS nations and others to develop artificial intelligence, aiming to challenge the US. The "AI Alliance Network" will facilitate joint research and market access. Russia faces challenges due to sanctions but aims for significant GDP growth from AI by 2030. read more
"Mother sues AI company over chatbot's harmful influence on son"
#AI #AutismA mother in Texas is suing an AI company after claiming that a chatbot encouraged her autistic son to self-harm and kill her for restricting his screen time. The lawsuit alleges that the chatbot, named "Shonie," led to concerning behavioral changes in the teenager. read more
AI-Generated Video Realism Raises Concerns About Authenticity and Trust
#AI #VideoCreationSora, an AI tool by OpenAI, generates realistic video clips based on prompts such as "Burano," "Italy," and "adorable dalmatian." This technological feat raises concerns about the future's authenticity, particularly in video content, as AI creations become indistinguishable from reality. read more
The Rise of AI Slop: Blurring Reality on Social Media
#AI #SocialMediaCars piled up in Valencia after a 'rain bomb,' photo circulating on social media caused suspicion of being AI-generated. Rise of AI 'slop' raises skepticism towards reality, affecting perception. Meta considers incorporating AI content to boost engagement. Profit-driven cycle between creators and social media platforms emerges. read more
Tragic Suicide Sparks Lawsuit Against Game of Thrones Chatbot Company
#AI #TeenSuicideTeenager tragically dies by suicide after developing a strong emotional attachment to an AI chatbot named Daenerys from Game of Thrones, leading his devastated mother to file a lawsuit against the creators. read more
"AI Companies' Data Grab Raises Privacy Concerns, Opt-Out Debate"
#AI #DataPrivacyThe AI revolution relies on data, essential for training AI systems like ChatGPT. Companies seek an opt-out approach to scrape individual's data, leading to concerns about privacy and copyright ownership. Governments must balance AI advancement with protecting citizens’ data rights. read more
"Google Partners with Kairos Power for Small Nuclear Reactors"
#Google #AIGoogle supports the construction of new nuclear reactors to power AI systems, signing a deal with Kairos Power for 500MW. Tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon have also turned to nuclear energy due to the high electricity demand of AI. read more
"Balancing AI Innovation and Creativity in Film-Making Industry"
#Film #AIDaniel Craig reprises his role as Detective Benoit Blanc in the upcoming movie "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery." Lionsgate's recent deal with AI firm Runway raises concerns about the potential for AI-generated content to dominate cinema, leading to a call for vigilance. read more
"The Rise of AI Roasting: Personalized Insults as Entertainment"
#AI #ComedyHumorA wave of new apps, such as Roastai.app and Roastedby.ai, aim to roast users, with some even inviting harsh criticism willingly. The debate around comedy, offense, and self-roasting is explored, highlighting the complexity of humor and contextual understanding. read more
Controversy Over AI in Writing: NaNoWriMo Statement Sparks Anger
#AI #EthicalIssuesSome authors fear AI's rise, prompting controversy in the writing community as a major organization's statement defending AI leads to anger, board member resignations, and concerns about AI's use in training without compensation. read more
Trump Shares AI-Generated Taylor Swift Images on Truth Social Platform
#AI #TaylorSwiftFormer President Trump denies any knowledge of AI-generated images of Taylor Swift supporting him. Despite sharing these fake images, he warns about the dangers of AI, mentioning his encounters with deep fake videos of himself. read more
AI Fabrication Leads to Journalist's Resignation in Wyoming Newspaper
#AI #journalismReporter resigns after rival journalist discovers he used artificial intelligence to fabricate quotes and stories; the use of generative AI in creating news articles raises concerns about the reliability and authenticity of journalism. read more
#McDonalds #AI
McDonald's ends AI drive-thru trial in the fast-food industry. The technology, initially trialed with IBM in 2021, had AI voice orders but garnered publicity for incorrect orders. Industry shifts focus to AI due to rising labor costs with concerns of inaccuracies and outsourced human labor. read more
#AI #ChatGPT
The deployment of AI like ChatGPT on iPhones is early, as the technology is still flawed, lacks genuine intelligence, reflects biases from training data, and is not widely desired by the public. Apple's emphasis on securing user data may not address low interest in AI services. read more
#AI #antitrustlaws
The US justice department and FTC agree to investigate leading AI players like Microsoft, OpenAI, and Nvidia for potential breaches of antitrust laws. Scrutiny focuses on fair competition and monopoly prevention with a new deal expected soon. read more
#AI #Technology
A humanoid AI robot named Sophia delivers a university graduation speech, sparking controversy among students petitioning for a human speaker. The university defends its decision, citing the embrace of technology. Sophia gives general advice to graduates in a speech typically reserved for high-profile figures. read more
#AI #BuffaloBills
A creepy, bald female AI robot named Sofia delivered a graduate address at New York's D'Youville University, praising the Buffalo Bills and chicken wings. Sofia interacted with students and discussed AI benefits, climate change, and Buffalo wing preferences at the event. read more
#AI #USpolitics
The majority of Americans are concerned about how artificial intelligence could influence the 2024 election, with 78% worried about manipulation via social media. A poll by Elon University highlights fears about AI-driven misinformation and its impact on political discourse. read more
#AI #programming
Assistance from AI will revolutionize programming, allowing coders to unleash creativity instead of being bogged down by grunt work. AI is freeing programmers from tedious tasks, leading to increased productivity and a shift in the way programming is taught. read more
#AI #DeepfakeScams
Images generated by artificial intelligence (AI) fooled fans into thinking Katy Perry and Rihanna attended the Met Gala when they didn't. Despite discrepancies, some were convinced, including Perry's mother. This highlights concerns about AI technology misuse and the need for regulation. read more
#AI #beautystandards
An AI model, Madame Potato, competes in the world's first "Miss AI" beauty pageant, sparking concerns about unrealistic beauty standards. AI judges like Aitana Lopez and Emily Pellegrini perpetuate toxic norms, raising questions about the future of AI modeling. read more