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Latest: Tesla’s Bot is doing basic bot things. A new video shows off the company’s Optimus robot running through some calibration cycles for its limbs before successfully putting matching colored blocks with their corresponding trays. It’s a menial task that the Tesla Bot has done before, but this time a human tries to confuse it. The bot then relieves stress with some yoga poses. You know, bot stuff.
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OpenAI gives ChatGPT a voice for verbal conversations
New voice and image capabilities: OpenAI is introducing voice and image capabilities to ChatGPT, offering users a more intuitive way to interact with the AI. This includes voice conversations and image sharing, enhancing its versatility in everyday tasks.
Voice conversations: Users can now engage in back-and-forth voice conversations with ChatGPT, allowing for on-the-go interactions, bedtime stories, and more. This feature is powered by professional voice actors and innovative text-to-speech technology.
Image interaction: ChatGPT can analyze and discuss images, facilitating troubleshooting, meal planning, and data analysis. The technology behind this is based on multimodal GPT models, which apply language reasoning to various types of images. OpenAI emphasizes responsible usage and transparency regarding model limitations while expanding access to these features. 🔗Dig deeper
‘Nobody has lost their job because of what we do,’ says CEO of film industry AI tool
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2023, May Habib, CEO of enterprise-focused AI tool Writer, confidently stated that their technology doesn't lead to job losses but rather creates employment opportunities. This declaration came shortly after the company secured a $100 million funding round. Despite the recent writer's strike where AI's role in the writing process was highlighted, Ofir Krakowski, CEO of deepdub.ai, maintained that their product hasn't resulted in any job cuts. Instead, their tools are used by studios to make previously economically unviable content profitable, showcasing the potential of AI in the entertainment industry. 🔗Dig deeper
Microsoft, Google rebuild their worlds around AI
Major product announcements from both Microsoft and Google highlight their commitment to integrating generative AI into their core offerings, such as Microsoft Windows and Google Search. This signifies a competitive race and a chance to revitalize their core businesses with AI.
Microsoft's unification efforts: Microsoft plans to unify its AI assistants into a single Microsoft Copilot, bridging work and consumer applications, along with enhancing Windows 11 with AI features. This move reflects a strategic push to leverage AI across their ecosystem.
Google's AI integration and YouTube enhancement: Google is actively improving its Bard chatbot for more reliable answers and allowing users to connect it to their Google data. Additionally, Google is introducing AI-driven features for video editing on YouTube, demonstrating their commitment to generative AI integration in various products. These developments in the tech industry underscore the growing importance of AI in reshaping digital tools and platforms, with Microsoft and Google leading the charge while Apple takes a more cautious approach to AI integration. 🔗Dig deeper
Meta to push for younger users with new AI chatbot characters
Meta Platforms are set to launch a series of artificial intelligence chatbots with distinct personalities on its social-media apps. These chatbots, known as Gen AI Personas, are aimed at attracting younger users to the platform.
Focus on younger audience: Meta's move to create AI chatbots comes in response to the growing popularity of platforms like TikTok among younger users. Mark Zuckerberg has expressed a shift in the company's strategy towards catering more to young adults, making them the "North Star" of their efforts.
Challenges and competition: While Meta is not the first to introduce AI chatbots, there are challenges in giving them distinct personalities. Researchers have found that adding personalities to AI chatbots can sometimes lead to toxic behavior. Additionally, there are doubts about when these chatbots will start generating meaningful revenue. Nevertheless, Meta hopes that these chatbots will increase user engagement, keeping users on their platform longer to serve them ads. 🔗Dig deeper