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ElevenLabs launches an AI music generator, which it claims is cleared for commercial use | TechCrunch
The AI audio-generation unicorn ElevenLabs announced the launch of a new model that allows users to generate music that's cleared for commercial use.
Amazon’s Alexa Fund Invests in ‘Netflix of AI’ Start-Up Fable, Which Launches Showrunner: A Tool for User-Directed TV Shows
Amazon has invested in Fable, a start-up whose 'Netflix of AI' Showunner gen-AI tool lets users create scenes or entire episodes of a TV show.
Google to Use Machine Learning to Estimate Users’ Age and Block Them From Restricted Content and Ads
Google is testing a tool that uses machine learning to estimate whether a user is underage—and can proactively block sensitive advertising categories.
Users Google identifies as minors will also be barred from accessing apps restricted to adult users in the Google Play store and will automatically be opted into YouTube’s Digital Wellbeing program, which includes features like content protections, limiting repeat views of some kinds of videos, and reminders to take breaks from the platform. The Timeline setting in Google Maps, which keeps a chronological record of places the user has visited, will also be switched off for users estimated to be under 18.
Kids Are in Crisis. Could Chatbot Therapy Help?
A number of companies are building A.I. apps for patients to talk to when human therapists aren’t available.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Agent casually clicks through “I am not a robot” verification test
“This step is necessary to prove I’m not a bot,” wrote the bot as it passed an anti-AI screening step.
ChatGPT's study mode won't give you the answers
The new feature is designed to act as a virtual tutor to improve critical skills — and limit cheating.
Advanced version of Gemini with Deep Think officially achieves gold-medal standard at the International Mathematical Olympiad
Our advanced model officially achieved a gold-medal level performance on problems from the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), the world’s most prestigious competition for young...
The International Mathematical Olympiad (“IMO”) is the world’s most prestigious competition for young mathematicians, and has been held annually since 1959. Each country taking part is represented by six elite, pre-university mathematicians who compete to solve six exceptionally difficult problems in algebra, combinatorics, geometry, and number theory. Medals are awarded to the top half of contestants, with approximately 8% receiving a prestigious gold medal.
Altman plans D.C. push to "democratize" AI economic benefits
Altman wants to continue driving debate over the effect AI will have on jobs.
Trump’s A.I. Challenge: Focus on World’s Most Dangerous Weapons or Woke-ism?
In the Biden era, the government feared AI models would guide the spread of chemical, biological or nuclear weapons. President Trump signed an order on “Preventing Woke A.I. in the Federal Government.”
Nvidia Becomes First Public Company Worth $4 Trillion
The A.I. chip maker reached the landmark before Apple and Microsoft, as its value rose more than tenfold after ChatGPT’s release in late 2022.
A recent high-profile case of AI hallucination serves as a stark warning
MyPillow creator Mike Lindell's lawyers were fined thousands for submitting a legal filing riddled with AI-generated mistakes. It highlights a dilemma of balancing technology and using it responsibly.
Who Owns the AI Dividend?
There is a growing divide among those who use AI and those who do not.
Working with 400,000 teachers to shape the future of AI in schools | OpenAI
OpenAI joins the American Federation of Teachers to launch the National Academy for AI Instruction.
Musk breaks silence on Grok's Nazi bender
Musk has recently expressed frustration with Grok's way of answering questions.
Microsoft Pledges $4 Billion Toward A.I. Education
Microsoft said it would provide cash, artificial intelligence tools and computing services to schools, colleges and nonprofit groups.
New Gemini tools for students and educators
We’re announcing Gemini for Education, plus more AI tools for students and educators.
OpenAI confronts user panic over court-ordered retention of ChatGPT logs
OpenAI explains how deleted ChatGPT logs may be accessed in court battle.
Car Rental Company Facing Backlash After AI Scanner Gaffe
Not the best use of AI.
Meta is reportedly training its AI chatbots to send unprompted messages
The feature is being tested in Meta’s open-to-all AI Studio.
Google embraces AI in the classroom with new Gemini tools for educators, chatbots for students, and more | TechCrunch
Google will give teachers the ability to create interactive study guides using the AI research tool Notebook LM, along with their classroom materials.
AI is ruining houseplant communities online
AI-generated images and chatbot misinformation plague plant collectors.
New app makes avatars in your likeness that you own forever
You can let the bad guys own your image — or you can create and own it yourself.
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Anthropic wins key US ruling on AI training in authors' copyright lawsuit
A federal judge in San Francisco ruled late on Monday that Anthropic's use of books without permission to train its artificial intelligence system was legal under U.S. copyright law.
its training was "exceedingly transformative.
What You Should Know About Computer Vision In The Retail Industry
Let’s walk through some key considerations when it comes to implementing computer vision in the retail environment.
“Eventually we believe in the zero click future where consumers will only interact with the answer engine and agents will be the primary visitor of websites and it'll be a good thing,” he said.
ChatGPT Search gets 'smarter' and adds image-based queries
ChatGPT search now handles complex queries better, supports image prompts, and reduces repetition. But expect overly detailed replies.
OpenAI hits $10 billion in annual recurring revenue fueled by ChatGPT growth
OpenAI is now generating $10 billion in annual recurring revenue, according to a company spokesperson.
News Sites Are Getting Crushed by Google’s New AI Tools
Chatbots are replacing Google’s traditional search, devastating traffic for some publishers.
Ithaca teachers demand AI protections in work contracts
They don't want humans replaced by artificial intelligence.
Film festival showcases what artificial intelligence can do on the big screen
Artificial Intelligence’s use in filmmaking is growing. And an annual festival is showcasing what this technology can do on screen today.