The issue of rising apartment prices in the US has been a contentious topic in recent years. Many renters have felt like the system is rigged, with prices seemingly increasing in lockstep across different buildings and cities. A recent civil lawsuit filed by the US Department of Justice has shed light on a possible culprit
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When it comes to using AI in political messaging, one of the primary concerns is the accuracy of the content generated. Generative AI tools have been known to “hallucinate,” meaning they can sometimes fabricate information. In the case of BattlegroundAI, there is a process in place where humans from campaigns are meant to review and
At the 2023 Defcon hacker conference in Las Vegas, there was a significant collaboration between AI tech companies and algorithmic integrity groups to identify vulnerabilities in generative AI platforms. This initiative, known as a “red-teaming” exercise, aimed to increase transparency and scrutiny of these influential yet opaque systems. The US government also supported this effort,
Former president Donald Trump has once again stirred controversy by sharing AI-generated images on Truth Social that falsely claim Taylor Swift fans are supporting his campaign. The images depict young women wearing “Swifties for Trump” T-shirts, with one even suggesting that Taylor Swift herself endorses Trump for president. This misleading tactic seeks to create the
Hugging Face, known for its open-source AI initiatives, has recently released a tutorial aimed at democratizing low-cost robotics technology. This tutorial is a comprehensive guide that takes developers through the process of building and training their own AI-powered robots. By providing step-by-step instructions, Hugging Face is empowering developers of all skill levels to experiment with
EliseAI, a company founded in 2017 by Minna Song and Tony Stoyanov, has made significant waves in the world of proptech and healthcare with its innovative AI solutions. The company’s AI assistant, used by 70% of the top rental housing operators in the U.S., has automated communication and daily operations for property managers, resulting in
Anthropic’s recent introduction of prompt caching in its API marks a significant advancement in the realm of artificial intelligence. This innovative feature aims to enhance the efficiency of developers by retaining the context between API calls, thereby eliminating the need to repeat prompts. The implications of prompt caching are profound, offering users the ability to
When it comes to motorsports, Nascar has managed to build a strong TV audience in the US, despite facing a slight decline in viewership for Formula One and IndyCar championships. While European race fans may view stock car racing with a sense of disdain, the allure of Nascar lies in its high-octane, low-tech, normally aspirated
As the field of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to progress at a rapid pace, the risks associated with its use are becoming increasingly evident. In an effort to assist organizations in navigating this complex landscape, researchers from MIT and other institutions have developed the AI Risk Repository, a detailed database of over 700 documented risks
The integration of generative AI into healthcare settings is proving to be more than just a technological upgrade. Kiran Mysore, chief data and analytics officer at Sutter Health, and Aashima Gupta, Google Cloud Director for global healthcare, recently discussed how generative AI is streamlining operations and enhancing patient care. Rather than simply plugging in technology,