September 30, 2023

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  • Porn

    A man was jailed for using AI to create hundreds of sexual images of children

    Business Insider, 09/30/23. The use of AI technology to create sexually explicit images of children is a disturbing and illegal act. Recently, a South Korean man was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison for violating child protection laws. The man used an image-generating AI program to create around 360 sexual images. Although he did not distribute the images, they were confiscated by the police. The court ruling emphasized that such realistic images created with advanced technology can be considered sexually abusive content. READ THE ARTICLE
  • Devices

    Humane’s ‘AI Pin’ debuts on the Paris runway

    TechCrunch, 09/30/23. Humane is a secretive software and hardware company founded by former Apple employees. The firm has been gathering media attention and funding for its upcoming mystery wearable.

    The company has raised significant amounts of money, including a $30 million Series A and a $100 million B round. Humane’s inaugural product, the “AI Pin,” is a standalone device that uses AI to enable innovative personal computing experiences. It recently made its debut on the Paris runway during a fashion show.

    While the device’s exact functionality remains unclear, Humane aims to revolutionize ambient, AI-driven computing and create a privacy-first product. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Models

    Paris-Based Mistral AI Enters the Arena with Free and Powerful New Language Model

    Decrypt, 09/30/23. Mistral AI has introduced Mistral 7B, a new open-source large language model (LLM) that aims to provide a powerful and accessible alternative to established players like OpenAI ChatGPT and Google Bard. The Paris-based company claims that Mistral 7B outperforms its competitors. Testing by Decrypt found that Mistral 7B scored 8.5/10 in a GPT-4 test for generating a paragraph about Bitcoin. What sets Mistral apart is its emphasis on openness and adaptability, allowing developers to inspect, adapt, and improve upon the existing code base. Mistral also prioritizes privacy, as it can be run locally without internet access. By developing open-weight models, Mistral AI aims to benefit various sectors such as R&D, customer care, and marketing. The strong AI scene in Paris continues to thrive with Mistral’s latest breakthrough. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Google

    What It Takes for A.I. to Ruin Google’s Weekend

    Slate, 09/30/23. Google’s cloud services suffered a setback when a crucial component failed, affecting A.I. startup Anthropic. Google’s engineers worked tirelessly to fix the issue, but it was disheartening to see Anthropic subsequently announce a major investment and partnership with Amazon Web Services. Anthropic, known for its independent A.I. research, will also continue working with Google. This funding deal raises questions about Google’s A.I. strategy and where it wants to focus its efforts. While Google aims to excel in various areas simultaneously, it risks being outperformed by competitors. The incident also highlighted the dedication of Google’s engineers, who worked over weekends to resolve the issue. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Microchips

    S-China ‘tech war’: AI sparks first battle in Middle East

    DW, 09/30/23. The “tech war” between the US and China has reached the Middle East. Nvidia announced that the US government has placed export restrictions on advanced computer chips to some Middle Eastern countries.

    Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Israel may be affected. The US has been restricting Chinese access to these advanced chips in an attempt to slow down their progress. The concerns revolve around military modernization and human rights abuses. It is suspected that Chinese firms are using Middle Eastern countries to get around the export bans and acquire the restricted technology. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Meta

    Counterfeit people’: The dangers posed by Meta’s AI celebrity lookalike chatbots

    France24, 09/30/23. The recent announcement by Meta about the introduction of chatbots with personalities resembling celebrities has sparked both excitement and concern. While Meta presents this development as a fun and entertaining evolution of AI, others fear that it could lead to the creation of dangerous artifacts. American philosopher Daniel C. Dennett has warned about the risks of “counterfeit people” and the potential harm that could come from blurring the lines between AI and humans. The idea of chatbots with personalities is intriguing but also raises questions about the ethical implications and the need for clear boundaries between artificial intelligence and human interaction. READ THE ARTICLE

  • Education

    UF awarded $2.8 million to research AI and kidney transplants

    Main Street Daily News, 09/30/23. Researchers at the University of Florida Health are utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance transplant outcomes for kidney transplant recipients. With a $2.8 million grant, the team aims to develop an AI-powered system that can rapidly analyze kidney tissue samples and combine them with other patient data to better predict transplant results. AI tools can aid in diagnosing, predicting, and managing long-term care, reducing transplant rejections. Additionally, AI can analyze biopsy images, freeing up physicians’ time and providing more consistent evaluations. This research has the potential to greatly improve treatment decisions for kidney transplant patients. READ THE ARTICLE