May 6, 2023

  • Hysteria

    The next fear on AI: Hollywood’s killer robots become the military’s tools

    Japan Times, 05/06/23. The rapid development of AI and its impact on warfare raises concerns for arms control. Biden’s chip restrictions on China aim to restore American competitiveness and control AI-driven weapons. Slowing China’s progress could allow for international regulations on responsible AI use. Urgency arises as adversaries like China and Russia won’t stop AI development. The fear surrounding AI’s risks calls for a comprehensive approach to address technology dangers. Without measures, AI-infused systems may lead to accidental strikes and false alerts, escalating tensions. Discussions and agreements are vital to establish rules of engagement and prevent unchecked AI weapon proliferation. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Training

    The best AI art tutorials: how to use text-to-image generators

    Creative Bloq, 05/06/23. AI art tutorials offer invaluable guidance for those interested in exploring AI image generators or improving their previous attempts. Despite its controversy, AI art continues to intrigue artists and non-artists alike. Many individuals find their initial experiments lacking compared to social media’s polished images. To bridge this gap, a wide array of tutorials cover topics like starting out, prompt design, parameter adjustment, image editing, and upscaling. Platforms like Midjourney, DALL-E 2, Stable Diffusion, and more host these tutorials. While AI art is a subject of debate, these tutorials serve as an excellent starting point for those eager to explore AI art’s potential in their creative process. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Gaming

    AI Is Reimagining the Way We Play Role-Playing Games

    CNET, 05/06/23. Hidden Door, led by CEO Hilary Mason, is revolutionizing tabletop role-playing games with AI. The company plans to bring beloved fictional worlds to life, starting with The Wizard of Oz. By using AI as a dungeon master, Hidden Door aims to create an immersive gaming experience that’s accessible and open-ended. They invite interested individuals to join the waitlist and contribute to training the game. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Music

    Is AI-Generated Music Copyright Infringement?

    Cord Cutter News, 05/06/23. The rise of AI in creativity disrupts music, infiltrating platforms like TikTok. AI-generated songs by renowned artists cover others, resembling musical deep fakes. Swiftly removed for copyright infringement, the legal landscape is uncharted. AI music lacks specific protection, raising questions on musicians’ rights and revenue diversion. The industry faces debates on inspiration and identity theft, grappling with a new era of expression. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Competition

    Who will win AI race? Not Google or Microsoft but open source, says senior Google engineer

    Indian Express, 05/06/23. In the generative AI era, fierce competition among big tech companies intensifies, with Microsoft at the forefront, wielding a powerful array of generative AI products. Surprisingly, a senior Google engineer believes the real threat to Google’s dominance doesn’t stem from Microsoft or OpenAI but from open source technology. In a shared document, the engineer asserts that open-source models like Meta’s LLaMA are rapidly bridging the gap in quality and capability. These models offer speed, customization, and cost-effectiveness, posing a significant challenge to proprietary counterparts. The engineer suggests that Google should embrace open-source collaboration and innovation to maintain a leading edge in the AI arms race. READ THE ARTICLE