Daily AI NEWS - July 29, 2024
AI, Technology, and Innovations

Elon Musk's AI ventures continue to draw attention. The Tesla CEO announced plans for his supercomputer Dojo to compete with Nvidia, despite a track record of ambitious promises.

His xAI company is also launching Grok 2, a next-gen language model aiming to push the boundaries of AI technology. Moreover, Musk has courted controversy by reposting a deepfake video and seeking Tesla investors' support for his AI initiatives.

Official promo material has leaked the design, specs, and AI features of the Google Pixel 9 series. Among the new features, a standout is “Call Notes,” which reportedly records and transcribes phone calls.

The Pixel 9 might also introduce call recording with transcripts and a redesigned Panorama mode to enhance photo experiences. Features like “Add Me” and “Reimagine with” further highlight its advanced capabilities.

With these substantial leaks, details about the Pixel 9 series are now mostly known ahead of Google’s launch event. Google appears to be targeting Samsung’s Galaxy AI with these innovations, aiming to set a new benchmark in smartphone technology.

Tuesday, Meta released Llama 3.1, its largest open-source AI model to date. But just one day earlier, Mistral released Large 2, which it claims is on par with the latest cutting-edge models from OpenAI and Meta. This competition highlights the rapid advancements in open source AI.

The development of generative artificial intelligence is transforming programming, with up to 90% of code now generated by AI tools. This shift is reshaping the programming landscape.

While Open Source offers benefits like enhanced privacy and community engagement, financial sustainability remains a concern. OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, could face losses of up to $5 billion this year due to the high operational costs of AI technologies.

Google adds machine learning to climate models for faster forecasts. Climate and weather modeling, traditionally reliant on high-performance computing, is now benefiting from AI. This enables meteorologists to achieve faster and more accurate predictions.

A new AI-powered system for weather forecasting and climate prediction is emerging. Researchers claim it matches current best models but requires significantly less computer power. This advancement is set to revolutionize future forecasting.

AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini are being utilized to help users find contents they'd love to watch but determining preferences can be challenging. While these tools promise to cater to individual tastes, the difficulty lies in accurately predicting viewer satisfaction with shows.

Fiverr's summer product release introduces AI integration, a profession catalog, and a satisfaction guarantee, transforming it into a hiring platform. The update aims to enhance user experience and includes a rewards program designed to attract a broader user base.

After using AI-generated posters for their concert, the Tedeschi Trucks Band issued an apology following backlash from fans. The controversial promotional materials were shared on Instagram before their performances at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

AI is reshaping the art of storytelling in organizations. Lynn Girotto of Vimeo discusses how AI can revolutionize both creative aspects and business processes, enhancing narrative crafting and engagement strategies in the digital age.