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• 🔗Link: X’s privacy policy confirms it will use public data to train AI models.

• 🔗Link: Huawei uses AI chip to outperform every premium 5G phone ever.

• 🔗Link: London VC firm backed by Spotify CEO raises $121 million to invest in AI startups.

• 🔗Link: The scientists at UChicago have created an AI tool called Glaze that cloaks your images in a way that makes it confusing for AI models to understand.

• 🔗Link: Scale AI’s Remotasks workers in the Philippines cry foul over low pay.

• 🔗Link: Samsung just revealed plans to level up its voice assistant, Bixby, with powerful generative AI aimed at creating personalized environments in smart homes.

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Zoom rebrands existing — and intros new — generative AI features

Zoom is taking steps to stay competitive in the crowded videoconferencing market by rebranding and updating its AI-powered features, including the generative AI assistant formerly known as Zoom IQ. This move comes in the wake of controversy over Zoom's terms of service changes, which initially raised concerns about the use of customer videos for AI training. In response, Zoom clarified that customer data wouldn't be used for this purpose. The rebranded Zoom IQ, now called the AI Companion, will incorporate a ChatGPT-like bot, offering conversational interactions, project status queries, and real-time feedback on meetings. These updates aim to enhance user experience and productivity while addressing privacy concerns. 🔗Read more

AI girlfriend ads are flooding Instagram and TikTok

Social media giants like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok are grappling with a surge in sexually explicit content from AI-powered chatbots. These ads, promoting not-safe-for-work experiences and boasting features like "NSFW pics" and uncensored chats, have proliferated on these platforms, raising concerns about their moderation systems. The influx of such AI-driven erotic apps reflects an emerging trend in the tech world to capitalize on the growing interest in AI, while some researchers argue that it highlights a double standard that disadvantages human sex workers. 🔗Read more

Major AI players are getting in sync, but it’s what comes next that really matters

Major players in the AI industry are embracing a proactive approach to engage with policymakers, signaling a remarkable shift in their attitude toward government oversight. Silicon Valley, once aloof and dismissive of Congress, is now actively cooperating and advocating for regulatory guardrails. While this newfound cooperation is a positive step, the true test lies in the AI industry's ability to follow through on its commitments, increase transparency, and foster trust with lawmakers, as well as with the public. The future of AI's regulatory framework hinges on these crucial next steps. 🔗Read more

OpenAI plugs ChatGPT into Canva to sharpen its competitive edge in AI

OpenAI has teamed up with Canva to empower ChatGPT Plus users with seamless access to Canva's design tools, streamlining the visual content creation process. This strategic move taps into the dynamic world of social marketing, simplifying the creation of visuals like logos and banners for businesses and entrepreneurs. This integration aims to enhance user engagement by providing a user-friendly and efficient approach to digital design, marking OpenAI's dedication to staying competitive in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. 🔗Read more

Google's search for an AI future as it turns 25

As Google celebrates its 25th birthday, the tech behemoth reflects on its journey from a humble search engine in Susan Wojcicki's garage to a diversified conglomerate under Alphabet's umbrella. Google has ventured into email, smartphones, driverless cars, and more, but it faces fierce competition in the ever-evolving realm of AI. While some critics argue that Google has fallen behind, others believe its ace in the hole may be its Google Cloud business, positioning the company to play a pivotal role in the AI revolution. 🔗Read more

🤳 Extra reads

• 🔗Link: Paging Dr. GPT? Tech investors bet AI finally poised to transform health care.

• 🔗Link: We used A.I. to write essays for Harvard, Yale and Princeton. Here's how it went.

• 🔗Link: From data chaos to data products: How enterprises can unlock the power of generative AI.

• 🔗Link: What we can learn from AI startups in Y Combinator’s latest batch.