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Meta is set to announce a substantial $15 billion (£11 billion) investment aimed at achieving computerized “superintelligence,” according to various reports. As the competition in Silicon Valley intensifies, the race to lead in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) accelerates, despite many existing AI systems showing inconsistent performance. Mark Zuckerberg, Meta’s CEO, is anticipated to…
Baidu Unveils Public Access to ERNIE Bot Generative AI Chinese technology powerhouse Baidu has announced that its generative AI solution, ERNIE Bot, is now accessible to the public via various app stores and its official website. This advanced AI can produce text, images, and videos in response to natural language prompts, powered by the ERNIE…
GitLab Survey Insights on AI and Software Development GitLab: Developers View AI as ‘Essential’ Despite Concerns A recent survey conducted by GitLab provides valuable insights into developers’ perspectives on the role of AI in software development. The report, named ‘The State of AI in Software Development,’ compiled responses from over 1,000 senior technology executives, developers,…
Australia must actively embrace the advantages of artificial intelligence, or it risks becoming merely a link in someone else’s supply chain, warns the new industry and science minister, Tim Ayres. The Labor government intends to impose further regulation on this rapidly advancing technology. Recognizing that Australians remain skeptical about AI, Ayres emphasized the importance of…
White House Secures Safety Commitments from Eight AI Companies The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a second round of voluntary safety commitments from eight leading AI companies. Representatives from Adobe, Cohere, IBM, Nvidia, Palantir, Salesforce, Scale AI, and Stability convened at the White House to formalize this initiative. These firms have agreed to play a significant…
Is Europe Killing Itself Financially with the AI Act? Europe is actively working on legislation to manage artificial intelligence, prompting a mixed response. While European regulators are enthusiastic about these developments, opinions worldwide are divided regarding the AI Act’s potential effects. Some advocate for regulations to mitigate the risks associated with advanced AI technologies, while…
AI’s Positive Impact on Employment In an era dominated by alarming headlines surrounding AI and autonomous robots, a new report presents an alternative viewpoint. Funded by the Nuffield Foundation, this research investigates the complex effects of AI integration on jobs and work quality. Defying grim forecasts, the findings suggest that AI could positively affect employment…
UK Deputy PM Urges Action on AI Regulation at UN In a forceful address at the United Nations, UK Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden raised concerns about the disruptive potential of artificial intelligence (AI) on global stability. He called on governments to take immediate steps to regulate the development of AI, warning that the rapid…
UK Races to Finalize Statement on AI Risks with Global Leaders In a bid to address growing concerns surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), Downing Street officials are racing to finalize a communique from global leaders. This urgency precedes the UK’s AI Safety Summit, which is set to take place next month at the historic Bletchley Park….
UK Announces Agenda for AI Safety Summit The UK Government has revealed its plans for the first global AI Safety Summit, set to take place at the iconic Bletchley Park. This important event will gather digital ministers, representatives from AI companies, and independent experts to engage in vital discussions about artificial intelligence. The summit will…