OpenAI’s recent approach to developing artificial intelligence, particularly with its ChatGPT model, has been criticized by former employees for potentially taking unnecessary risks that could lead to harmful outcomes. The company’s release of a new research paper is aimed at addressing these concerns by making its AI models more transparent and explainable. In the paper,
AI
In a controversial manifesto called the “Techno-Optimistic Manifesto,” venture capitalist Marc Andreessen highlighted various enemies to technological advancement. Among these, he identified “tech ethics” and “trust and safety” as hindrances to progress. This drew criticism from individuals working in these fields, suggesting that Andreessen’s views were skewed and misrepresented their efforts to ensure internet safety.
Recently, there has been a concerning development regarding the use of AI Overviews by Google that has raised questions about the future of journalism. A writer for WIRED discovered that the AI Overview feature used a significant portion of their article in a search result, without properly attributing the content. Uncredited Content The writer was
One of the biggest dangers posed by Microsoft Recall is the potential for attackers to gain access to sensitive information about their targets. According to cybersecurity expert Hagenah, an attacker could easily extract emails, personal conversations, and other sensitive data captured by Recall. This poses a significant risk to the privacy and security of individuals
It is no secret that artificial intelligence (AI) beauty pageants are becoming more popular, but sociologist Hilary Levey Friedman points out a crucial difference. She argues that contestants in these pageants are direct products of their creators, drawing on pre-existing stereotypes of what is considered beautiful. According to Friedman, AI users may have a different
Google’s new AI Overview feature recently came under fire for providing bizarre and misleading answers to search queries. For example, the AI suggested eating rocks as a healthy practice and using nontoxic glue to thicken pizza sauce. These outrageous recommendations raised concerns about the accuracy and reliability of Google’s AI technology. In response to the
As we step into the year 2024, we are witnessing a new era in politics where generative AI is becoming a powerful tool in shaping political narratives. From India to the United States, AI is being used to manipulate information and influence election outcomes. The rise of deepfakes and AI-generated content poses a significant threat
SAP, an enterprise application software maker, is strengthening its partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) by integrating AI-centric solutions. This collaboration aims to enhance the capabilities of companies, particularly those in regulated industries, to leverage generative AI and improve operational efficiency. The integration involves various AWS services such as Amazon Bedrock, Graviton chips, Trainium, and
Google has recently introduced a range of new features for Chromebook Plus that aim to enhance the user experience. These features include Help Me Write, AI-generated wallpapers, Magic Editor in Google Photos, and Gemini. While these features may seem promising at first glance, a deeper analysis reveals some shortcomings and areas for improvement. Help Me
When Palmer Luckey co-founded the defense startup Anduril in 2017, the idea of a young entrepreneur from the tech industry taking on the established contractors in the military sector seemed improbable. Fast forward seven years, and Anduril is not only competing with these giants but also emerging victorious. The recent announcement of Anduril being selected,