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Musicians Unite to Urge Responsible Use of AI Music Tools
Over 200 musicians, including Nicki Minaj and Billie Eilish, sign open letter urging tech companies to be responsible with AI music tools. Concerns raised about AI training on existing works without permission, impacting artists' livelihoods.
Read AI Raises $21 Million to Revolutionize AI-Powered Summarization Tools
Read AI, a company founded in 2021, is revolutionizing AI-powered summarization tools with a focus on video meetings, messages, and emails. Despite concerns about accuracy and privacy, the company distinguishes itself with a proprietary methodology and aims to enhance productivity in the workplace.
Startup Modal Raises $25M to Address Corporate Skills Building Challenge
Modal, a startup, secures $25 million funding to offer personalized technical skills training for staff in data and AI, aiming to minimize 'skill risk' for companies. The funding will help Modal expand globally and grow its team to meet demand.
Startup Uses AI to Address Wildfire Damage and Climate Change
Vibrant Planet, a startup utilizing AI for land mapping, addresses increasing wildfire damage due to climate change. Their digital solution aids in disaster planning and collaboration among stakeholders.
Hyundai Develops Advanced Cybersecurity System for High-Tech Vehicles
Hyundai is developing a cybersecurity system to protect high-tech vehicles from cyberattacks by analyzing attack paths and vulnerabilities. Automakers like Tesla and Ford are also focusing on advanced tracking capabilities and personalization features for connected cars, raising concerns about the collection of user data and the need for safeguarding it.
Chip Startup Astera Labs Targets $4.5 Billion Valuation in Upcoming IPO
Astera Labs, a chip startup, aims to raise up to $534 million in an IPO, riding the wave of AI interest. The company provides data and memory connectivity solutions for major chipmakers like Intel and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp.
Authors Sue Nvidia for Copyright Infringement in Training AI Platform
Nvidia is facing a lawsuit from authors alleging copyright infringement in its AI models, specifically in the training of NeMo using copyrighted works. The lawsuit seeks damages for authors whose works were used to train NeMo's large language models, adding to the growing legal challenges against tech companies over AI model training.
Manufacturing CIOs Struggle with AI and Automation Adoption
Manufacturing CIOs are facing challenges in adopting AI and automation, hindering innovation and technology adoption. The report highlights the importance of data management and collaboration for enhancing product quality and reducing time-to-market in the manufacturing industry.
Dell Technologies and Nokia Partner to Radically Advance Network Cloud Transformation
Dell and Nokia partner to boost telecom networks and private 5G services, integrating solutions for telecom cloud deployments and private wireless services.
Alliance for OpenUSD Launches New Standards Working Groups for Interoperable 3D Technologies
Alliance for OpenUSD launches new standards working groups for interoperable 3D, aiming to foster interoperability in 3D workflows through the introduction of new working groups and collaboration with industry leaders.
Nvidia Expands Chip Supply and Ventures into New Sectors with $2.1 Trillion Market Cap
Nvidia, after its market cap soared to $2.1 trillion, has ventured into the world of venture capital by investing in a wide array of companies, including AI firms and biotech companies, to grow its semiconductor markets and gain real-world implementation insights.
Instagram's Reels Feature Drives Surge in App Downloads, Outpacing TikTok
Instagram surpassed TikTok in app downloads in 2023, driven by the popularity of its reels feature. TikTok faced scrutiny from US regulators over security concerns.
Ocient Raises $49.4 Million to Enhance Database Capabilities for AI Demand
Ocient raises $49.4M to enhance hyperscale database capabilities, focusing on AI and machine learning applications. The company aims to expand its offerings for various industry verticals with massive datasets, differentiating itself from competitors like Snowflake.
PostgreSQL and Databricks founders team up to create DBOS, a new database-oriented operating system
Founders of PostgreSQL and Databricks team up to create DBOS, a new database-oriented operating system that runs on top of a high-performance database, offering enhanced security and simpler system administration for organizations prioritizing security.
Pika revolutionizes AI video creation with new generative sound effects feature
Pika introduced a new feature on its web platform, pika.art, allowing users to automatically generate sound effects for their AI videos. This addition complements their existing capabilities, making Pika one of the first all-in-one major generative AI video creation platforms.
Report Outlines Action Plan to Address Threats of Advanced Artificial Intelligence
State Dept-backed report by Gladstone AI provides action plan to prevent catastrophic AI risks including weaponization and loss of control, emphasizing the need for national security measures and alignment between AI and human intents.
Block Party pivots to privacy with new product Privacy Party
Block Party, a startup founded by Tracy Chou, pivoted to Privacy Party after losing access to Twitter's API. Privacy Party is a browser extension that helps users adjust their privacy settings across various social media platforms with fewer clicks, acting as middleware to simplify the process.
Covariant Unveils RFM-1: The AI Platform Revolutionizing Robot Decision-Making
Covariant launched RFM-1, an AI platform for robots that aims to help them think more like humans. The platform provides robots with human-like reasoning abilities, enabling them to process real-world data and determine the best course of action.
Microsoft Introduces Copilot GPT Builder for Customized Chatbots
Microsoft has opened its Copilot GPT Builder tool to all customers of its paid Copilot Pro tier, allowing users to build and share customized versions of the chatbot. The tool enables users to create apps tailored to their job responsibilities and tasks without the need for technical knowledge.
Cohere Emerges as Frontrunner in AI Industry with Customized Language Models for Enterprise Use Cases
Cohere released a new language model called Command-R, offering enhanced performance on key AI tasks. The release comes at a pivotal time for Cohere as they compete with rival AI startups in the enterprise market.
MZM Legal LLP Appoints Suchorita Mukherjee as Chief Technology Officer
Suchorita Mukherjee joins MZM Legal as CTO, bringing extensive experience from companies like IBM and WNS, as well as legal startups. Her appointment reflects MZM's dedication to leveraging technology for enhanced client service and operational efficiency.
Hexaware Launches AI Web App Tensai GPT in Collaboration with Microsoft Azure
Hexaware introduced Tensai GPT, an AI web app in collaboration with Microsoft Azure, to boost creativity and knowledge sharing among employees. The app combines generative AI with real-world support for clients' benefit, enhancing productivity and privacy.
Midjourney Introduces New Feature for Consistent Characters in AI-Generated Images
Midjourney has launched a new feature that allows users to generate consistent characters across multiple AI images, addressing a major hurdle faced by AI image generators. The feature, called -cref (character reference), aims to help users maintain narrative continuity in visual mediums like films, novels, and graphic novels.
French Startup Nijta Secures €2 Million Funding for AI-Powered Voice Anonymization Technology
French startup Nijta, based in Lille, raised €2 million in funding from investors including Elaia and Finovam Gestion. Nijta offers AI-powered speech anonymization technology to help enterprises comply with privacy requirements and is focused on the European market due to GDPR regulations.
Autonomous Vehicle Software Company Applied Intuition Raises $250M, Valued at $6B
Applied Intuition, an autonomous vehicle software company, raised $250 million in a funding round led by Lux Capital, Elad Gil, and Porsche Investments Management. The company provides software for automakers to develop autonomous vehicle solutions, including simulations and data management, and counts 18 of the top 20 automakers as its clients.
IBM Boosts Productivity with Adobe Firefly AI Tool Deployment
IBM is deploying Adobe Firefly generative AI tool across its design and marketing teams to boost productivity, integrating it with core tools like Photoshop and Illustrator.
Stratolaunch Achieves Milestone with Successful Hypersonic Test Flight
Stratolaunch successfully conducted the first powered test flight of an unmanned hypersonic research vehicle off the California coast, reaching high supersonic speeds. The company's massive carrier aircraft, Roc, released the Talon-A-1 vehicle, powered by a liquid-fuel rocket engine, which descended into the ocean as planned.
Intel patents real-time motion planner for robots to ensure safe co-working with humans
Intel has patented a system for robots to co-work with humans safely in manufacturing and office environments using real-time motion planning. The technology aims to prevent hazardous interactions and improve efficiency, potentially reducing reliance on human labor in the future.
Chilean Court Orders Google to Revise $200 Million Data Center Plan Over Climate Concerns
Chilean court rules Google must revise application for $200 million data center due to environmental impact concerns, while Big Tech like Microsoft and Meta increase water usage for cooling data centers. Activists criticize authorities for disregarding Indigenous rights in environmental projects, with Google facing protests in Uruguay over 'data colonialism' accusations.
Meta Unveils Eye Authentication System for Enhanced Security on Mixed Reality Headsets
Meta patents an Eye Authentication System for its headsets, using biological data like eye-scanning and gesture recognition for user authentication. The system dynamically chooses authentication methods based on environmental conditions, aiming to enhance security and protect personal data.
OurCrowd Partners with Nvidia to Boost AI Startup Ecosystem
OurCrowd partners with Nvidia to accelerate AI startups, aiming to transform industries with AI applications.
Now Media Launches Sovereignty: A Blockchain-Based Tool to Combat Disinformation
Now Media launches Sovereignty, a blockchain technology platform for media organizations to verify digital content. The platform aims to combat disinformation and provide transparency in content creation and editing.
Luxury airline Beond offers Apple Vision Pro headsets on business-class flights to the Maldives
Beond, a luxury airline, is offering Apple Vision Pro headsets to passengers to enhance their travel experience to the Maldives. The airline aims to provide a premium journey by showcasing resort destinations and activities virtually before arrival.
Government Report Compares Advanced AI to Nuclear Weapons, Urges Immediate Action
U.S. government-commissioned report warns of extinction-level threat from AI, recommends radical policy actions including restrictions on AI model training and publication of AI model inner workings to increase safety and security of advanced AI.
Elon Musk's xAI Startup to Open-Source Chatbot Grok Amid Legal Battle with OpenAI
Elon Musk's AI startup xAI will open-source its large language model Grok, challenging the closed-source model of OpenAI. Grok, with its unique training on X data and sense of humor, aims to provide answers with wit and sarcasm.
Google's AI chatbot, Gemini, restricted from answering election-related questions globally
Google restricts AI chatbot Gemini from answering election questions to avoid missteps in technology deployment. Concerns of misinformation prompt governments to regulate technology, with Google and Meta Platforms taking steps to address biases and inaccuracies in AI products.
Axion Ray's AI Technology Aims to Proactively Detect Product Flaws and Prevent Costly Recalls
Axion Ray, a company creating an AI-powered platform to predict product failures, raised $17.5 million in a Series A round led by Bessemer Venture Partners. The platform aims to help manufacturers proactively manage emerging product quality issues by providing a unified view of the problems and associated data.
Pienso Raises $10 Million in Series A Funding to Expand No-Code AI Platform
Pienso, a company founded by Birago Jones and Karthik Dinakar, raised $10 million in a Series A funding round led by Latimer Ventures. Pienso offers an AI suite for non-technical talent to build and deploy models without writing code, aiming to empower domain experts to get the most insights out of their data.
SuperAGI Secures $10 Million Investment Led by Newlands VC
Newlands VC, led by WhatsApp founder Jan Koum, invested $10 million in SuperAGI, a startup focusing on AGI technology. SuperAGI offers a full-stack AGI platform, marketing automation tool Contlo, and AI employee Verk for various roles, competing with established players like OpenAI and Google.
Study Finds Most Automated Driving Systems Fail to Ensure Driver Attention
Most automated driving systems lack proper driver attention monitoring, with only one out of 14 systems receiving an acceptable rating. IIHS is pushing for stricter standards to ensure driver focus and prevent misuse, urging automakers to enhance safety features and comply with regulations.
French Government Faces Intense Cyberattacks on Multiple Ministries
The French government faced unprecedented cyberattacks, activating a crisis center to restore online services after being targeted by hackers. The attacks, claimed by a group called Anonymous Sudan, impacted multiple government ministries, with efforts to improve cyber defenses ahead of the Paris Olympics.
Apple Sports App Prioritizes Betting Odds Over Game Highlights
Apple launched a new sports app that focuses on scores and betting odds, lacking highlights and news. The app is seen as a step towards potentially becoming a betting app, showcasing a different direction for Apple in the sports industry.
NVIDIA and HP Inc. Partner to Enhance Data Processing for Generative AI Development
NVIDIA and HP Inc. partnered to integrate NVIDIA CUDA-X data processing libraries with HP AI workstation solutions to accelerate data preparation for generative AI development, providing a full-stack solution for data scientists.
Instagram Rolls Out Read Receipts and Chat Pinning in Latest Update
Instagram now allows editing of DMs within 15 minutes after sending, providing users with more control and flexibility in their messaging experience.
Lightspeed and Accel Lead Investment Round for Cybersecurity Specialist Axonius
Axonius, a specialist in cyber asset management, secures $200M in funding led by Lightspeed and Accel. The company provides real-time network snapshots and tools for cybersecurity, aiming to help enterprises manage their digital footprint effectively.