Alibaba Cloud unveiled ECS g8i with Intel Xeon Scalable, "Feitian+CIPU" architecture, 85% increased performance, 7x AI inference speed, support for 72 billion parameter models. AMX tech accelerates generative AI. eRDMA network for large model inference security.

China Telecom open-sources Xingchen Semantic Large Model TeleChat-7B version with 1T cleaned dataset. Plans 12B version release on Jan 20. Model improves contextual understanding, applied in various scenarios. Adapted for Huawei hardware, supports MindSpore, PyTorch. Github: https://github.com/Tele-AI/Telechat Gitee: https://gitee.com/Tele-AI/tele-chat.

Google launches GenAI for retail, featuring conversational commerce and catalog enrichment tools. It aims to personalize shopping experiences and streamline backend operations. Retailers can embed AI-powered agents for natural language conversations and personalized recommendations. Pricing and availability to be announced in Q1.

Artifact, an AI-driven news app by Instagram's co-founders, shut down due to lack of user interest. CEO stated market opportunity wasn't sufficient to invest further. Features included AI-driven summaries and clickbait detection. App ceased operations immediately.

Popular language learning app Duolingo has cut 10% of contract translators for its AI initiative. AI language learning trend impacts industry. Duolingo integrates Gen AI into services. Concerns arise over AI replacing human jobs. AI raises ethical concerns regarding accuracy and business monitoring. Tech industry downsizes for AI integration, including Google and Humane.

Ensuring AI system security is crucial as they become more powerful. Current tech struggles against malicious large language models. Deceptive models can bypass security protocols, posing risks in finance, healthcare, and robotics. Research reveals hidden threats within AI, highlighting the need for improved security measures to address deceptive behavior. AI advancement requires a more responsible, ethical approach to development.

Swedish artist Supercomposite finds collaborating with AI for art "very frustrating and limited." Her creation "Loab" sparked viral interest and ethical debates. She explores AI limits but refrains from revealing tools used to create.

The head of Adecco, the world's largest temp staffing agency, discusses AI's impact on jobs. AI will create new positions but also disrupt some work, particularly in white-collar fields. Adecco partners with Microsoft for career platform and resume generator using AI.

OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Team, a subscription plan for organizations. It provides AI assistance for tasks like data visualization and insight extraction. Not to replace workers, but boost productivity. Features include advanced GPT models, collaborative customization, and security. Cost is $25 per team member.

Tencent Advertising launched Tencent Advertising Ideation, an AI advertising creative platform, at the 2024 Tencent Smart Marketing Summit. It aims to help advertisers and specialists improve ad production and delivery efficiency.

The Rabbit R1 pocket AI gadget, designed to replace apps, sold out 10,000 units in first batch in one day. Second batch also sold out. Third batch available for pre-order with delivery estimated for May-June 2024. Features 2.88" touchscreen and Rabbit OS.

A new AI framework, "Blackout Diffusion," generates images without a seed, rivaling models like DALL-E. It operates in discrete spaces, improving scientific applications. Tested on various datasets, it accelerates scientific simulations and reduces carbon footprint.

HPE acquires Zhibo Networks for $14 billion to enhance AI capabilities and expand data center business. The move aims to drive innovation in AI-native networks and cloud solutions, ultimately propelling HPE's networking division growth. Acquisition projected to be finalized early 2025.

OpenAI proactively defends against copyright claims, stating ChatGPT cannot be trained without copyrighted materials. The UK Parliament investigates AI impact, as OpenAI faces lawsuits for copyright infringement. The company aims to address copyright issues amid increasing litigation.

Infosys finalizes acquisition of InSemi, a semiconductor design and embedded services provider, for INR 28 billion. The deal aims to enhance Infosys' Chip-to-Cloud strategy, leveraging InSemi's design capabilities for end-to-end product development. With over 900 experts, InSemi serves global enterprises in various industries. The acquisition is set to strengthen Infosys' leadership in engineering and research and development.

On January 10, 2024, Ultraman and Oliver Mulherin had a warm wedding in Hawaii, with close family and friends. Mulherin, an IoT expert, shares a deep bond with Ultraman. They married in casual outfits and plan to start a family soon. Ultraman had a challenging career moment but regained his position as CEO of OpenAI.

ChatGPT and other ML solutions are rising, but stable AI algorithms are proven impossible by University of Copenhagen researchers. Their research, not yet impactful in tech, highlights weaknesses for better algorithm testing and stable development.

Researchers at UBCO are studying new mobile network configurations surpassing 5G, focusing on reliability, coverage, intelligence, and instant device communication. Leveraging AI for efficient, adaptable, robust systems, transforming traditional communication technologies. Next-gen wireless tech aims to enhance systems significantly, paving the way for adaptive, efficient, secure communication networks.

OpenAI launched GPT Store, allowing users to share custom chatbots. Plans to highlight useful bots weekly. Revenue sharing with creators to start Q1. New review system in place. GPT Store for ChatGPT Plus, enterprise, and Team tiers. ChatGPT Team for small teams at $25-$30 per user/month.

Honor unveiled the on-device 7 billion parameter AI model "Magic Model". Collaborations with Baidu Intelligent Cloud, Amap & Hanglv Zongzongheng were announced for enhanced user experiences. The model offers features like intelligent photo editing, semantic search, and drag-and-drop scheduling. Honor aims to provide developers with broader opportunities through the Honor Bai Model Ecological Plan.