Slack faces resistance for using user data to train AI

2024-05-22

Slack has faced criticism for using customer data to enhance machine learning capabilities, but clarified that data is not used for advanced AI products. User data is anonymous and not shared with third parties for training. Clarifications have been made regarding data usage.

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Microsoft Releases Phi Silica Small Language Model to Enhance AI Experience

2024-05-22

Microsoft launched Phi Silica, a small language model for NPUs in Copilot+ PCs, boasting 3.3B parameters and efficiency in token generation. Developers can access Phi Silica API for innovative AI experiences within the Windows ecosystem. Copilot+ PCs with dedicated AI processors are set for mid-June release, with Microsoft and Intel investing in AI integration for end users.

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The large-scale price war escalates again, iFLYTEK announces permanent free access to iFLYTEK Star Fire Lite API.

2024-05-22

iFlytek announced free iFlytek Starfire Lite API to promote AI technology democratization. iFlytek also launched pricing for Starfire Pro/Max API at 0.21 yuan per 10,000 tokens. The new iFlytek Starfire Large Model V3.5 brings significant improvements in text generation, language understanding, knowledge question answering, and more. The goal is to make AI technology more accessible and beneficial to various industries.

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Adobe Lightroom launches AI removal tool Generative Remove

2024-05-22

Adobe introduces new Generative Remove feature in Lightroom, powered by Firefly AI. Simplifying editing workflow for all users, it removes unwanted objects with realistic pixel-level perfection. Other AI-based features include Lens Blur tool and improved mobile editing. Generative Remove includes Content Credentials for transparency. Early access in Lightroom ecosystem.

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Microsoft releases multimodal small AI model Phi-3-vision

2024-05-22

Microsoft introduced Phi-3-vision, a multimodal model combining language and visual capabilities. With 4.2 billion parameters, it offers insights from charts and diagrams, enhancing AI applications. The Phi-3 family includes Phi-3-small, Phi-3-medium, and Phi-3-mini, available on Azure. Phi-3-vision excels in OCR, chart analysis, & diagram understanding, surpassing larger models in visual reasoning. Compact design enables deployment on devices, offering low-latency AI experiences with cost-effec

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Google announces AI search results will integrate shopping ads, enhancing user experience and merchant exposure.

2024-05-22

Google announced the launch of AI-powered search with integrated shopping ads in the US. Ads will be labeled clearly and triggered by user keywords. Users welcome ads as helpful shopping recommendations. Google plans to fully promote this model, providing advertisers with easy ad display in search results. This initiative aims to enhance the user experience and benefit both consumers and advertisers.

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CogVLM2: Zhifu AI Releases Next-Generation Multimodal Large Model

2024-05-21

Zhipu·AI launched new multimodal model CogVLM2 with significant performance improvements. It supports 8K text and 1344*1344 images, surpassing GPT-4V in tests. Enhanced visual-language fusion boosts processing efficiency for large-scale data. CogVLM2 excels in various benchmarks, showing promise for AI technology advancement.

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Intel Enters AI PC Market with New Lunar Lake Processor

2024-05-21

Intel unveils new laptop processor Lunar Lake, promising unparalleled AI experiences for users. Lunar Lake boasts 1.4x faster performance than Snapdragon X Elite, thanks to its NPU capable of 40 TOPS. Intel aims to ship 40 million AI PC processors, showcasing its innovation and dominance in the market. Stay tuned for more details at Computex and Hot Chips events.

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Elon Musk's Neuralink Company to Continue Implanting Chips in Human Brains

2024-05-21

Neuralink gains FDA approval for next brain chip implant, addressing previous issues. Arbaugh's chip malfunctioned, causing data leakage. Neuralink plans to implant chips in up to 10 more patients this year, aiming to address past malfunctions and improve technology. Arbaugh regains abilities with software updates and remains supportive of Neuralink. Surgeons use robot "R1" to implant chip wires directly into patients' brains. Previous animal testing faced ethical concerns.

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ElevenLabs Launches Audio Native Audio Player

2024-05-20

ElevenLabs released Audio Native, an audio player for generating human-like narrations from online content. Users can customize voices, appearance, and pronunciation. Deployment options include embedding players, using existing projects, or API integration. Subscription to ElevenLabs' Creator plan is required. Audio Native enhances content accessibility and engagement, but AI technology is evolving towards local implementations for faster, more efficient, personalized experiences.

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OpenAI Disbands its Existential AI Risk Team

2024-05-20

Former OpenAI chief scientist faces challenges in researching existential AI risks as the company disbanded his team. Superalignment research now integrated into other efforts, led by co-founder John Schulman. The company emphasizes the need for safety and alignment in AI development. The dissolution of the Superalignment team has raised concerns about the future of controlling superintelligent AI systems.

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