April 12, 2023

Hardware

Big cloud server shortage could slow generative AI’s breakneck pace

INSIDER INTELLIGENCE, 04/12/23. AI software demand has exceeded cloud capacities due to a chip shortage and energy requirements. Nvidia is struggling to fulfill new orders for cloud server chips putting its generative AI monopoly at risk.

The cloud crunch may slow the market but presents an opportunity for US regulatory efforts.

Companies may prioritize in-house AI hardware due to a global energy crisis and reliance on Nvidia. READ MORE

Education

AI literacy might be ChatGPT’s biggest lesson for schools

MIT Technology Review, 04/12/23. ChatGPT has revolutionized education by promoting AI literacy among students and educators. It has become popular among students for writing essays and finishing homework. Educators are starting to believe that chatbots like ChatGPT can make education better. The AI literacy promoted by ChatGPT has forced many schools to start teaching kids an ad hoc curriculum of AI 101.

AI literacy initiatives are critical for both kids and adults to prevent unrealistic expectations and hype and to protect against phishing, scamming, and misinformation tools. READ MORE

jobs

AI Can Have My Old Job

SLATE, 04/12/23. Media companies are adopting AI-powered content generation to produce SEO-friendly articles and quizzes at a much lower cost. While this may eliminate certain types of menial journalism jobs, it does present an opportunity to reflect on the exploitative nature of these positions.

There are concerns about the potential impact of AI integration in the media industry. Still, some hope that companies will handle the technology with care and use the cost savings to create a more equitable and sustainable newsroom. READ MORE

tools

HyperWrite unveils breakthrough AI agent that can surf the web like a human

VentureBeat, 04/12/23. HyperWrite has unveiled an AI agent that can browse the web like a human user, potentially serving as a personal assistant for basic web tasks.

Experts caution that the software’s human-like skills could be vulnerable to hacking or phishing. HyperWrite is focused on deploying the technology safely and ensuring it is not used maliciously. READ MORE

Adapt

Generative AI Will Change Your Business. Here’s How to Adapt.

Harvard Business Review, 04/12/23. Generative AI will revolutionize software interaction and drive brand competition. It will simplify application interaction, enable more brands to build applications, and prioritize safety, fairness, privacy, security, and transparency.

While AI offers potential for new revenue sources, managing risks is crucial for companies. READ MORE