Daily AI NEWS - August 4, 2024
Nvidia, AI, and Antitrust

Nvidia encountered a design flaw during production, delaying its Blackwell B200 AI chips for at least three months, The Information reports.

Progressive groups and Senator Elizabeth Warren are urging the Department of Justice to investigate Nvidia for potential antitrust violations due to its dominant position in the AI chip market.

The U.S. Department of Justice is officially investigating Nvidia's dominance over the AI chip market and its acquisition of startup Run:ai.

Journalists at 'The Atlantic' are seeking assurances regarding job protection amid the rise of AI technologies like OpenAI, fearing potential job losses and degradation of their work. Similar concerns have surfaced in tech industries, with tools like Microsoft Dynamics 365 being criticized for 'worker surveillance'.

Despite these fears, experts argue that job displacement by AI won't mirror the manufacturing decline two decades ago, offering impacted workers better job prospects. However, tensions are rising due to strict return-to-office mandates, as highlighted by future-of-work expert Ravin Jesuthasan. The evolving job market also sees major cuts, like 15,000 Intel jobs, attributed to financial difficulties and competition pressures.

A new extension for Google Gemini has been spotted in a teardown, hinting at the ability to play music via AI, specifically on Spotify. This suggests Google Gemini might soon cater to music enthusiasts by integrating AI-driven features to enhance user experience.

Google has faced backlash and subsequently pulled its “Dear Sydney” Olympics ad. The advertisement intended to promote the Gemini AI platform was criticized for being tone-deaf to AI concerns. Comments on YouTube have been turned off, reflecting the contentious reception.

Google's recent launch of Gemini 1.5 Pro is challenging GPT-4 in the AI race. Described as a significant leap, this experimental version is available for early testing and feedback via Google AI Studio. This move positions Google as a formidable player in the evolving AI landscape.

Drive-throughs at fast-food chains are evolving as Taco Bell introduces Voice AI Ordering to enhance customer service across hundreds of US locations. This move aims to streamline orders and reduce waiting times, showcasing AI's potential in the fast-food industry.

In the realm of photo editing, Pixlr has integrated AI tools alongside its traditional features. This addition aims to appeal to both casual and advanced users, making photo editing more accessible and efficient.

Meanwhile, Perceptive has ventured into healthcare by deploying AI robots for dental procedures, which could redefine patient experiences and offer innovative solutions in dental care.

Dedicated AI processors are now a mainstay in laptops, despite the fact that there isn't much of a use for them right now.

Windows 11 now holds 30.83% of the market share, according to Statcounter. This is the highest percentage since its launch, driven by Microsoft's aggressive ad strategy and the introduction of Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs.

Intel extends 13th and 14th Gen CPU warranties amidst a class action lawsuit investigation. Delta CEO Ed Bastian criticized Microsoft's cloud and Windows services as "probably the most fragile platform" after a CrowdStrike outage resulted in a $500 million loss. Intel also faces yield issues with its Meteor Lake chips and announced $10 billion in spending cuts for 2025.