Rohit Nagar 
At Galaxy Unpacked 2024, Samsung Electronics’ President Tae Moon Roh delivered a keynote stressing the critical importance of responsible AI. Amidst unveiling an array of new Galaxy products, Roh emphasized the imperative to harness AI’s potential for societal good while preventing potential misuse. Commitment to Ethical Innovation Roh underscored Samsung’s unwavering commitment to ethical innovation … Read more
Both Microsoft and Apple have chosen to step down from their observer seats on the board of OpenAI, marking a notable shift in the tech industry landscape. This decision, reported by ‘The Financial Times‘, underscores broader shifts and regulatory scrutiny surrounding tech giants’ involvement in artificial intelligence startups. Microsoft’s Decision and Background Microsoft, a pivotal … Read more
Companies are spending huge amounts of money on hardware to support AI, especially generative AI chatbots. This investment could total $300 billion in 2024, with Nvidia receiving about half of it. Can These Investments Pay Off? Whether these investments will pay off depends on two factors: Defining Payoff If payoff means making enough profit to … Read more
For more than a decade, scientists have been developing artificial brain tissue, known as brain organoids, in the lab and integrating them with computer chips. A recent study in China has taken this concept further by implanting the organoid in a humanoid-like robot, providing a startling glimpse into the future of this technology. Potential Applications … Read more
A team of former Meta scientists has developed a groundbreaking model capable of generating proteins similarly to how chatbots generate text. The model, known as ESM3, was unveiled by EvolutionaryScale in June. Introducing ESM3: The First Generative Model for Biology EvolutionaryScale, founded by ex-Meta researchers specialized in AI models for biology, announced ESM3 as “the … Read more
James Ferguson, founding partner of the UK-based macroeconomic research firm MacroStrategy Partnership, expressed skepticism about the current AI boom during an episode of the podcast Merryn Talks Money with Bloomberg reporter Merryn Somerset. “These historically end badly,” Ferguson remarked. “Anyone who’s sort of a bit long in the tooth and has seen this sort of … Read more
Meta is concentrating on small language models (SLMs) for mobile devices, suggesting they can be as effective as larger models despite having fewer parameters. Research Highlights Potential of Sub-Billion Parameter Models Meta’s latest research indicates that language models with fewer than a billion parameters can perform on par with their larger counterparts. This breakthrough could … Read more
Kenza Layli, a hijab-wearing AI from Morocco, has made history by winning the world’s first Miss AI title. She outperformed over 1,500 computerized contestants to claim the title and a $20,000 grand prize, awarded to her human creator. The Groundbreaking Pageant The pageant, started in April by the Fanvue World AI Creator Awards (WAICAs), invited … Read more
Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool with the potential to revolutionize education. From personalized learning platforms to automated grading, AI promises to enhance the learning experience and improve student outcomes. However, alongside these exciting possibilities lie a set of significant risks that require careful consideration. This blog post delves into the potential … Read more
Each year, Apple and Google unveil major software updates that bring exciting new features to our smartphones. These include home screen makeovers, enhanced privacy protections, and fun messaging tools. This year, however, the changes are set to be more transformative than ever, as both companies are focusing on reinventing our phones with artificial intelligence. Apple’s … Read more