Artificial Intelligence

[ad_1] Today, AMD introduced the Ryzen PRO 8000 desktop and Ryzen PRO 8040 mobile processors, the latest high-performance computing-focused iterations of the Ryzen processors for creative work, gaming or speeding up work assignments. Both the desktop and mobile processors are made with the x86 instruction set and run on AMD’s Zen 4 CPU architecture, as did the 8000G desktop processors revealed in January. The Ryzen Pro 8000 series will…

[ad_1] xAI, an artificial intelligence venture by Elon Musk, has unveiled an improved version of its Grok 1.5 model called Grok 1.5 Vision. This upgraded model now includes computer vision abilities, enabling it to understand and answer questions about images. This update comes shortly after OpenAI introduced its GPT-4 model, which also features computer vision capabilities. The announcement of this enhancement was made through xAI’s official X account (formerly…

[ad_1] Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has caused a creative explosion of new writing, music, images and video. The internet is alive with AI-made content, while markets fizz with AI-inspired investment. OpenAI, which makes perhaps the most advanced generative-AI models, is valued at nearly $90bn; Microsoft, its partner, has become the world’s most valuable company, with a market capitalisation of $3.2trn. But some wonder how creative the technology really is—and…

[ad_1] According to the claims made by large technology companies, generative artificial intelligence platforms like Microsoft Copilot will make the working lives of people at all levels of a business organization more productive and efficient. But is that just hyperbole, or do the claims have some merit? For example, can the free version of Microsoft Copilot, available to all Windows users, write a common SQL query for you on…

[ad_1] Copilot has quickly become a vital and strategic part of the Microsoft lineup of products and services. Whether you are a large enterprise, small business or merely a regular user of a Windows personal computer, at the very least, you are likely aware of Microsoft Copilot and its generative AI capabilities. Microsoft is currently offering three versions of Copilot to its customers: The free Copilot version is available…

[ad_1] IN A RECENT survey of North American chief executives and chief financial officers, nearly 80% listed corporate culture as one of the five most important factors driving their company’s financial performance. A growing body of empirical evidence supports their belief that culture matters—and can boost profitability. Yet, in the same survey, an even higher number of respondents—84%—said their company’s culture is not where it needs to be. Again…

[ad_1] US Congressman Adam Schiff has tabled a bill proposing tech firms training AI models disclose use of any copyrighted data. It follows criticism from artists and creators on unfair use of their work by tech firms raking in billions. Can this stifle innovation? Mint explains. What does the US bill propose? Titled Generative AI Copyright Disclosure Act, 2024, the bill proposes that tech firms building AI models disclose…

[ad_1] The AI trend may seem to be following a similar trajectory of hype and adoption as previous enterprise tech trends such as cloud and machine learning, though it’s different in significant ways, including: AI requires massive amounts of compute for the processes that let it digest and recreate unstructured data. AI is changing how some organizations look at organizational structure and careers. AI content that can be mistaken…

[ad_1] President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida have enlisted Amazon.com Inc. and Nvidia Corp. to fund a new joint artificial intelligence research program, as the two nations look to improve collaboration around the quickly emerging technology. The $50 million project will be a joint effort between the University of Washington in Seattle and Tsukuba University outside Tokyo, according to a senior US official who briefed reporters…

[ad_1] Intel Corp. is rolling out a new version of its artificial intelligence chip, aiming to challenge Nvidia Corp. in one of the fastest-growing parts of the semiconductor industry.  The updated processor, called Gaudi 3, will be widely available in the third quarter, Intel said at a company event early Tuesday. The chip is designed to boost performance in two key areas: helping train AI systems — a process…

[ad_1] Google Cloud announced a new enterprise subscription for Chrome and a bevy of generative AI add-ons for Google Workspace during the Cloud Next ‘24 conference, held in Las Vegas from April 9 – 11. Overall, Google Cloud is putting its Gemini generative AI in place as much as it can; for instance, the company is betting on providing Vertex AI infrastructure for other companies’ AI and hardware like…

[ad_1] Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, made some bold predictions during an interview on Monday, suggesting that artificial intelligence (AI) smarter than the smartest human could be developed as soon as next year or by 2026. Speaking on X spaces, despite facing multiple technology glitches, Musk discussed various topics, including the constraints faced by AI due to electricity availability. During the interview with Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norway’s…

[ad_1] A recent series of reports and data point to one consistent theme: The skills crisis in the Australian IT industry is deepening and the nation-wide solutions seem unrealistic, but for IT professionals who are motivated to develop their skillsets, the opportunity is massive. The skills crisis in Australia starts at school A recently-released report by the Australian government titled The Australian Universities Accord contains 47 recommendations to help…

[ad_1] Since ChatGPT proved a consumer hit, a gold rush has set off for AI in Silicon Valley. Investors are intrigued by companies promising generative AI will transform the world, and companies seek workers with the skills to bring them into the future. The frenzy may be cooling down in 2024, but AI skills are still hot in the tech market. Looking to join the AI industry? Which route…

[ad_1] For decades linguists have argued over how children learn language. Some think that babies are born as “blank slates” who pick up language simply from experience—hearing, seeing and playing with the world. Others argue that experience is not enough and that babies’ brains must be hardwired to make acquiring language easy. AI models such as GPT-4 have done little to settle the debate. The way these models learn…

[ad_1] In a bid to enhance user experience and offer access to its advanced AI service, Gemini, Google has made significant strides in integrating the feature across its platforms. The latest developments include the introduction of a dedicated chatbot within Workspace, a standalone app available in app stores, and a toggle feature for Gemini within the Google App for select iOS users. However, while these updates have been well-received…

[ad_1] Union IT minister Vaishnaw confirmed the meetings, in response to Mint’s queries. Since participating in these meetings, Google and Meta have both published notes on tackling AI-altered content and advertisements on intermediary, search and conversational AI platforms, which include ChatGPT, Facebook, Gemini, Google Search, Instagram, WhatsApp and YouTube, among others. Each of these firms were recommended to take a “precautionary” approach to information generated by AI, including clearly…

[ad_1] Since the beginning of this year, five startups with AI-driven social products have received cumulative funding of $27.8 million in seed and Series A rounds in addition to one undisclosed round, according to data from research platform Tracxn. They are social platform Plutus, social media apps Hunch and Explurger, stock-focused social platform OpiGo, and professional social network platform Medial. “We are building a model that learns user behaviour…