September 25, 2023
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Amazon
Amazon Takes a Big Stake in the A.I. Start-Up Anthropic
The New York Times, 09/25/23. Amazon has announced plans to invest up to $4 billion in Anthropic, an artificial intelligence start-up. This move is part of a larger race among technology giants, including Microsoft and Google, to harness the potential of AI breakthroughs and reshape their businesses and the economy. Anthropic, known for its generative AI capabilities, will utilize Amazon’s data centers, cloud-computing platform, and AI chips. The investment will give Amazon a minority stake in Anthropic and help the company compete in cloud computing and AI. This partnership exemplifies the mutually beneficial collaboration between cloud computing companies and AI start-ups. READ THE ARTICLE
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Use Case
3 ways to use AI right now to get ahead—if you do, you’re ‘really going to succeed,’ says expert
CNBC, 09/25/23. Artificial intelligence (AI) goes beyond editing selfies and finding recipes. According to Sarah Hoffman, VP of AI and machine learning research at Fidelity Investments, using tools like ChatGPT can help advance your career. By becoming proficient in ChatGPT, you can enhance your efficiency, creativity, and knowledge. Whether it’s drafting reports or creating presentations, generative AI can speed up your work process. However, it’s important to double-check the chatbot’s work and include human input due to potential inaccuracies. ChatGPT can also be used as a brainstorming partner, providing inspiration and ideas. Additionally, AI can help alleviate the fear of judgment when asking questions and provide alternative explanations. While verifying generated information is crucial, AI’s non-judgmental nature makes it a powerful tool for personal and professional growth. READ THE ARTICLE
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Skills
People and Python in AI
InfoWorld, 09/25/23. The survey by NewVantage Partners reveals that while a large number of executives expect to increase data investments in 2023, only a small percentage of organizations actually consider themselves data-driven. The main challenge identified is cultural issues, with executives citing people as the biggest impediment to embracing a data-driven future. To overcome this, enterprises should focus on making data tools more accessible to employees, including popular tools like Microsoft Excel and Python, rather than forcing employees to learn new technologies. Ultimately, it is the people who interpret the data that are the most valuable asset to a company. READ THE ARTICLE
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Enterprise
Good Judgment Is a Competitive Advantage in the Age of AI
Harvard Business Review, 09/25/23. In the age of AI, judgment is the key competitive advantage for organizations, according to the late Alessandro Di Fiore. While generative AI has made programming accessible to everyone, judgment is what will truly unlock AI’s potential. Di Fiore believed in putting humans at the center and using technology to enhance their creativity, autonomy, and critical thinking. Access, exercise, and control are the three critical facets of judgment in this new era. Companies must democratize judgment, view it as a continuous process, and establish appropriate systems of control to adapt to the pace of change. By doing so, organizations can harness the power of AI and shape a future of innovation and progress. READ THE ARTICLE
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Research
New Method Helps AI Navigate 3D Space Using 2D Images
NC State University, 09/25/23. Researchers have developed a new method called MonoXiver that helps artificial intelligence (AI) extract 3D information from 2D images. This advancement is particularly useful for technologies like autonomous vehicles, as cameras can be more affordable than other tools used for navigation. MonoXiver enhances existing techniques by having the AI perform a secondary analysis of the area surrounding each bounding box, resulting in improved accuracy. The method was tested on different datasets and showed significant improvements, with only minimal computational overhead. Further evaluation and fine-tuning will be done to apply MonoXiver in various applications. READ THE ARTICLE