Daily AI NEWS - June 22, 2024
Microsoft, Google, and Misinformation

Microsoft and Google have been teaching political groups to use generative AI tools like Copilot and Gemini. These tools are designed to enhance campaign strategies, but the political implications are complex.

Apple is collaborating with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT into the iPhone alongside Siri with iOS 18. However, ChatGPT services are not available in China, forcing Apple to seek alternative AI partners to offer these features in its key international market.

A report reveals that ten leading chatbot programs, including OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Copilot, are spreading Russian misinformation. This raises concerns about the influence of AI in political discourse and the potential for AI to disseminate false information.

Anthropic’s latest Claude AI model is pulling ahead of rivals from OpenAI and Google, although advances in machine intelligence have been more incremental than revolutionary. The newly launched Claude 3.5 Sonnet claims to outperform OpenAI's GPT-4 Omni, providing a significant step up in speed and functionality for users.

Anthropic also introduced Artifacts, a workspace for editing AI-generated projects, alongside the Claude 3.5 family. Early feedback from AI influencers and power users has been largely positive, with some hailing the new model as "wild" in terms of its capabilities.

The legal sector has taken note of Claude AI's potential, with claims that it is fully capable of acting as a Supreme Court Justice. This development adds to the growing excitement around Anthropic’s advancements, marking Claude 3.5 as its most powerful AI yet.

Safe Superintelligence, Inc. aims to safely develop AI far superior to human intelligence. The company, founded by ex-OpenAI star Sutskever, seeks to push the boundaries of AI capability.

Amazon’s Alexa is set for a significant AI update, introducing a two-tier subscription plan costing up to $10 monthly. This upgrade aims to enhance user interaction and functionality.

Chinese youth are paying $7 weekly for AI-powered love coaches to improve dating skills. Platforms like RIZZ.AI and Hong Hong Simulator are helping them navigate social scenarios effectively.

Neo-Nazis are leveraging AI to enhance radicalization and fund-raising, using the technology to create weapon blueprints, raising significant security concerns. Meanwhile, the US proposes stringent regulations to prevent investments in Chinese military-use technologies.

The AI stock frenzy, driven by companies like Nvidia, is drawing parallels to the dot-com bubble, with experts warning of a potential crash. Stocks of leading tech companies are now experiencing slight declines, indicating a possible stall in the AI-fueled rally.

A fact-checking startup has intensified efforts to eliminate AI hallucinations after raising €1M. Factiverse aims to use machine learning to ensure AI-generated content accuracy. Additionally, questions remain about Apple’s compliance with China's AI regulations and the EU's tech rules, leading to delays in launching new AI-powered features.

Amazon is reportedly contemplating charging users up to $10 per month for its revamped Alexa assistant, which will support conversational AI. This move may position Amazon against competitors like Apple in the advanced virtual assistant market.

Nvidia and Microsoft have surged as the world's most valuable companies, drawing attention to Nvidia’s ascendancy and contrasting with Intel's missed opportunity to reach similar heights. Meanwhile, Amazon is laying down an AI foundation with Amazon Bedrock, signaling strategic technological advancements.

The rise of AI in crypto continues as top AI-related cryptocurrency projects raise substantial funds, highlighting a trend towards valuation gains at launch despite broader altcoin market volatility.