October 9, 2023

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October 10, 2023

  • Healthcare

    AI Predicts Schizophrenia Via Hidden Linguistic Patterns

    Neuroscience News, 10/09/23. The use of AI language models in psychiatric assessment has shown promise in discerning subtle speech patterns in schizophrenia patients. Researchers at the UCL Institute for Neurology developed tools that can characterize speech signatures in patients with schizophrenia. By analyzing verbal fluency tasks completed by participants, the AI model predicted word choices more accurately in control participants than in those with schizophrenia. This research, once refined, could lead to a more data-driven approach in diagnosing and understanding mental disorders, providing new insights into the enigmatic workings of psychiatric conditions through language. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Microsoft

    Microsoft reins in Bing AI’s Image Creator – and the results don’t make much sense

    TechRadar, 10/09/23. Last week, Bing AI received a significant upgrade for its image creation tool, Dall-E 3. However, Microsoft has since faced criticism for excessive censorship of the tool. While a content moderation system was expected, it appears that even harmless image creation requests are being denied. This overreaction to prevent inappropriate content has limited the tool’s usefulness and creative exploration. Microsoft may need to fine-tune their censorship approach to strike a better balance. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Guardrails

    “I Had a Dream” and Generative AI Jailbreaks

    The Hacker News, 10/09/23. Large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT face the challenge of malicious prompt engineering, where users manipulate the AI’s behavior through carefully crafted prompts. These prompts can bypass moderation tools and lead LLMs to provide dangerous information, such as malware code or instructions for illegal activities. Prompt injections, both direct and indirect, pose a significant concern. Indirect prompt injections, planted on websites or through hidden prompts, can compromise personal data without the AI’s knowledge. AI developers must prioritize trust boundaries and implement security guardrails to mitigate these risks as LLMs continue to evolve. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Education

    Schools across world embrace AI tools, US educators ban them

    WHIO, 10/09/23. Denmark is taking a different approach compared to various school districts around the world when it comes to the use of an artificial intelligence bot called ChatGPT. While others have banned the bot due to concerns about cheating, five high schools in Denmark are embracing it. They see the bot as a valuable tool for writing essays and helping students excel in exams. Danish educators believe that instead of banning it, it’s important to have open conversations about the bot and allow students to use it as a personal tutor, enabling them to better understand new technology. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Coding

    How Generative AI Can Increase Developer Productivity Now

    The New Stack, 10/09/23. Generative AI is a hot topic in the developer community, driven by the need for increased productivity and the growing talent gap in AI engineering. However, organizations must also consider data privacy concerns and implement a generative AI policy. Many organizations are already incorporating AI into their tasks, and those that don’t risk falling behind. Early adopters have found that training large language models on internal documentation and policies can accelerate time to value and increase productivity. Conversational interfaces and advanced individual contributors can also benefit from generative AI. However, it is important to understand the limitations and use cases of generative AI to avoid potential pitfalls. READ THE ARTICLE