Daily AI NEWS - June 24, 2024
Apple, AI, and Regulation

Apple Intelligence is Apple's new AI integration coming to devices soon, focusing on unique capabilities rather than competing directly with ChatGPT. iOS 18 will feature a dedicated keyboard for Siri, enhancing user interaction in public settings. There's also speculation that Meta could join the list of AI providers for iOS 18, with potential privacy implications.

Additionally, OpenAI is developing a local app to bypass internet permissions, while the Paris School of Architecture showcases projects exploring AI's role in reimagining urban spaces. However, Apple Intelligence might face regulatory hurdles in the European Union at launch.

Sheryl Crow has criticized the use of AI in music, specifically calling the resurrection of Tupac Shakur with AI "hateful."

Colorado has created the nation's most sweeping AI law, focusing on fairness and preventing bias, a move that is being closely observed by other states ahead of its 2026 implementation.

Research by UW shows that ChatGPT is biased against resumes featuring disability-related credentials, raising concerns about AI's role in hiring practices.

OpenAI CTO Mira Murati expressed that while AI could replace some creative jobs, those roles might have been replaceable to begin with. In contrast, McKinsey's senior partner Ben Ellencweig highlighted that AI will dominate their future endeavors, urging the firm to reinvent itself.

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei suggested that the economic shifts due to AI would require solutions beyond universal basic income. Similarly, Elon Musk forecasted the rise of universal high income as AI takes over jobs, providing people with more freedom.

Surveys indicate that AI automation in workplaces is nearing a pivotal point, with Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and the Federal Reserve Banks of Richmond and Atlanta noting increased AI plans among CFOs. Additionally, Meta has reportedly discussed integrating its AI model with Apple Intelligence.

Colorado is gaining attention as other states observe its efforts to implement a comprehensive AI law aimed at emphasizing fairness and preventing bias. Set to take effect in 2026, the law is earning praise even as it undergoes refinements.

Meanwhile, Y Combinator and 140 AI startups have publicly opposed California's proposed AI safety bill, expressing concerns that such regulations could negatively impact the state’s ability to attract and retain AI talent.

On the tech front, Apple revealed its new AI-driven feature, Apple Intelligence, but regulatory complexities might prevent its immediate launch in the European Union, highlighting ongoing global regulatory challenges. Additionally, discussions around the evolution of autonomous AI agents underscore the need to address technological readiness and trust.

LibreChat, a free and open-source ChatGPT clone, is making waves by allowing users to choose from multiple AI models. This initiative promises to give users control over their data while leveraging advanced capabilities from various providers.

Meanwhile, Nvidia continues to dominate the AI landscape, with its stock trading at exceptionally high valuations due to rapid sales growth. The company's prowess remains unmatched in both the industrial and consumer sectors.

Additionally, Snap has introduced GenAI-powered AR experiences in Lens Studio 5.0, offering real-time image modeling and innovative tools for AR creators, further enhancing the scope of AI-driven applications across industries.