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Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday December 30, 2024 - Meta's Large Concept Model & OpenAI For-Profit UpdateThis article looks back at three tech products that were really hyped up in 2024 but didn't do well: Apple's Vision Pro headset, Humane's Ai Pin, and Rabbit's R1 AI assistant. All three products had problems at launch, like not working well, being too expensive, or having privacy issues. Even though they got better with updates, they're still not very popular. The author tried using all three products again and found some improvements, but still thinks they're not worth the money or effort. The article also talks about how OpenAI, the company behind the popular ChatGPT, is changing its structure...
2024-12-3017 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday December 27, 2024 - Another Major ChatGPT Outage & Microsoft Forces CopilotToday we talk about artificial intelligence (AI) and how it is impacting different areas. One article focuses on AI-generated books about lace making and how these fake books are harming the craft by spreading misinformation and stealing designs. Another article highlights the development of DeepSeek V3, a powerful new AI model from China that excels in tasks like coding and translation, surpassing even popular models like OpenAI's GPT-4. There's also news about ChatGPT experiencing outages due to issues with its cloud provider, Microsoft. The notebook also mentions the launch of a new magazine dedicated to AI art, exploring the...
2024-12-2716 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday December 26, 2024 - Is o3 AGI or Not & AI Slop Takes Over Christmas MusicScientists are using artificial intelligence (AI) in amazing new ways to make breakthroughs in different fields like medicine and weather forecasting. While some people think of AI as just making things up, scientists are finding that AI can help them come up with new ideas and test them quickly. For example, AI can create designs for new proteins that could be used to treat cancer or make energy from sunlight. AI can even "taste" colors and shapes, just like humans do. This is because AI is trained on huge amounts of data, including human data, which reflects our associations...
2024-12-2624 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday December 23, 2024 - More OpenAI o3 News & Japan Goes After GoogleOpenAI is working on a new AI model called Orion (or GPT-5), which is supposed to be much smarter than current models like ChatGPT. However, creating Orion is proving to be very difficult and expensive. One of the biggest challenges is that Orion needs a huge amount of data to learn, and there may not be enough high-quality information available on the internet. To solve this problem, OpenAI is hiring people to create new data, like writing code and solving math problems, and is even using AI to generate data for Orion. In the meantime, OpenAI has released a...
2024-12-2316 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Saturday December 21, 2024 - OpenAI's New o3 Models & Google Breakup UpdateOpenAI is working on a super-smart AI called Orion (also known as GPT-5) that they hope will be able to do all sorts of amazing things, like write complex code, solve tough math problems, and even help with scientific discoveries. However, creating Orion is a huge challenge. It needs a massive amount of data to learn, but they've run into a problem – there's not enough high-quality information on the internet to train it! To overcome this, OpenAI is paying experts like mathematicians and coders to create new data for Orion to learn from, and they're even trying to get AI...
2024-12-2125 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday December 20, 2024 - New Gemini 2.0 Flash Reasoning Model & New ModernBERT Today we talk about a bunch of new things happening with Artificial Intelligence (AI). One of the big things is that AI is getting really good at understanding and using information, just like humans! For example, Google made an AI called LearnLM that's a whiz at explaining things in a way that's easy for anyone to understand. Another company, Patronus AI, created Glider, a super-smart AI that can judge how good other AIs are doing their jobs. Glider is special because it's small but powerful and can even explain why it made a decision. ModernBERT is another cool AI...
2024-12-2012 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday December 19, 2024 - For a Good Time Call 1-800-ChatGPT & Google Gemini ProbsToday we talk about a bunch of new and exciting things happening with Artificial Intelligence (AI)! First, OpenAI made it possible to call and message their AI chatbot ChatGPT for free! This is a great way for people to try out AI and see what it can do. Another cool development is that Bing has improved its Image Creator, an AI tool that lets you create images just by describing them. Now you can even create images right from the Bing search bar or Microsoft Edge address bar!. The document also talks about how AI companies like Spotify are...
2024-12-1917 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Wednesday December 18, 2024 - Anthropic Hacked & OpenAI o1 Now in APIThis notebook explains how to make smaller AI models work better by giving them more time to "think" about a problem. This is important because training really big AI models is very expensive. The authors used math problems as an example and found that smaller models could actually outperform larger models if given enough time to solve the problem. They used different techniques to improve the models' performance, like having the model generate multiple possible answers and then picking the best one. They also looked at how to make sure the model doesn't just focus on one solution path...
2024-12-1826 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Tuesday December 17, 2024 - Elon Musk vs OpenAI Update & Meta's Apollo Video ModelsToday is all about the amazing things AI can do, like making videos and images, helping with research, and even understanding what you see through smart glasses! NotebookLM is a tool that helps you learn and do research by using AI. It has a new design that makes it easier to organize information and create things like study guides and audio summaries of your research. You can even talk to the AI in the audio summaries and ask it questions! Another cool new thing is a program called the Synthetic Data Generator which can help anyone easily create their...
2024-12-1720 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday December 13, 2024 - OpenAI Finally Launches Real-Time Video & MS Phi-4 LaunchThis notebook discusses the recent developments in AI, particularly in the realms of AI chatbots and video generation. OpenAI's ChatGPT now has real-time video understanding capabilities, allowing it to interact with and analyze live video feeds and screen shares. This feature, called Advanced Voice Mode with vision, was initially demonstrated seven months ago but faced delays before its release. ChatGPT also received a festive update with a "Santa Mode," adding Santa’s voice as a preset option. Another significant development is OpenAI's Sora, an AI video generator that can create videos from text prompts. Although impressive in its early st...
2024-12-1321 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday December 12, 2024 - Gemini 2.0 Announced & Major ChatGPT OutageGoogle has announced Gemini 2.0, its most capable AI model yet, which is designed to be more “agentic,” meaning it can understand the world, think ahead, and take action. Gemini 2.0 will be integrated into Google products like Search, enabling more complex and multi-step questions, including advanced math, multimodal queries, and coding. The new model builds on the success of Gemini 1.5 and features enhanced performance, multimodal output like native image generation, and the ability to use tools like Google Search and code execution. Google is also exploring the practical applications of AI agents with prototypes like Project Astra, a universal AI assi...
2024-12-1215 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: December 11, 2024 - Google Asks FTC to Break Up OpenAI / Microsoft DealThis collection of articles talks about artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on technology and society. One article explains how OpenAI has developed a new interface called "Canvas" for ChatGPT, allowing for better collaboration on writing and coding projects through features like editing, suggestions, and version control. Other articles discuss concerns about bias in AI models, noting a left-leaning bias in some language reward models and the potential for bias against underrepresented groups in datasets used to train AI, which can lead to unfair or inaccurate predictions. However, researchers are working to improve AI fairness by identifying and removing...
2024-12-1121 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: December 10, 2024 - OpenAI's Sora is Here & AI Tells Kid to Delete ParentsToday we highlight the recent advancements in artificial intelligence, specifically in the areas of quantum computing and generative AI. Google has unveiled Willow, its new quantum computing chip, which showcases significant progress in error correction and computational speed. Willow can reduce errors exponentially as the number of qubits increases, a breakthrough known as "below threshold," addressing a long-standing challenge in the field. This accomplishment, alongside Willow's ability to perform a benchmark computation in under five minutes that would take a supercomputer 10 septillion years, marks a significant step towards commercially viable quantum computers. Google envisions quantum computing playing a vital...
2024-12-1022 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday December 9, 2024 - Google CEO Says AI is Slowing Down & LG Releases New LLMsArtificial intelligence (AI) is getting smarter, but there are still problems. One type of AI, called neural networks, is really good at learning patterns from lots of examples, but it can sometimes make things up or be hard to understand. Another type, called symbolic AI, uses rules and logic, but it can be slow. To solve these problems, people are combining the two types into neurosymbolic AI. This combines the strengths of both types of AI to create a more reliable and explainable system. Some companies, like LG, are using neurosymbolic AI to improve their AI agents. Some experts...
2024-12-0928 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Sunday December 8, 2024 - Grok's new Aurora Image Model & Freysa's New ContestArtificial intelligence (AI) is becoming really important for businesses, but it still needs humans to work well. To use AI successfully, companies need to organize their data in a way that AI can understand, kind of like creating a really detailed instruction manual for the AI. This means humans have new jobs, like writing and organizing information specifically for AI. Even Apple, a company known for making user-friendly products, is focusing on AI, but they want to make sure it protects people's privacy. AI isn't just for big companies though. Some people are even using AI to trade cryptocurrency...
2024-12-0822 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Saturday December 7, 2024 - Llama 3.3 70B Released & Mariah Carey AI Video?Many companies and individuals are using and developing AI technology in new ways, but there are concerns about its potential misuse. The owner of the Los Angeles Times wants to implement an AI-powered "bias meter" to show readers different perspectives on news stories, but the newsroom staff pushed back, arguing that they already follow strict ethics guidelines. Some people are using AI chatbots like ChatGPT and dedicated AI gift generators to help them find Christmas presents, finding it saves them time and offers good suggestions. However, others have found the suggestions to be generic and not personalized enough. There...
2024-12-0717 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday December 6, 2024 - OpenAI's o1 Models & ChatGPT Pro AvailabilityToday we talk about new features in technology! OpenAI is releasing a new version of ChatGPT called ChatGPT Pro. It has a new AI model called o1 pro mode that can solve really hard problems in math, science, and coding. Google is making its search engine even smarter with AI so it can answer more difficult questions. Google is also adding new Gemini extensions for things like Spotify and smart home devices so you can use AI to do even more things on your phone. Microsoft is testing a new feature called Copilot Vision that lets its AI see...
2024-12-0617 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday December 5, 2024 - Altman Not Worried About Musk & AWS AI News RoundupAI: From Weather Forecasts to RobotsArtificial intelligence (AI) is making big changes in lots of areas, like predicting the weather and controlling robots! Scientists are creating special computer programs called AI models that can learn from lots of information. For example, a model called GenCast learned from 40 years of weather data and can now predict things like heat waves and hurricanes better than other systems. AI models are also being used to create virtual worlds, like a program called Genie 2 that can make a 3D video game world from just one picture.However, there...
2024-12-0524 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Wednesday December 4, 2024 - Amazon's New Nova Models & Microsoft Sued in the UKAmazon is making big strides in the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with its new family of AI models called Nova and its custom-designed AI chips called Trainium. Nova can be used to understand and create text, images, and videos, making it useful for tasks like analyzing complex documents, producing marketing content, and building AI assistants. These models are designed to be fast, affordable, and easy to use for businesses of all sizes. Amazon is also building powerful supercomputers like Project Rainier, which will use hundreds of thousands of Trainium chips to help companies train their own AI models...
2024-12-0452 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Tuesday December 3, 2024 - FTC vs Microsoft Update & Chinese Companies Banned from AI ChipsTech companies are trying to change how we shop online using AI. AI agents could soon buy things like toothpaste for us. Companies like Perplexity are already testing this technology, but it's still not perfect. For example, a test purchase of toothpaste took hours to complete. This is because these agents use websites in the same way we do, so sometimes things sell out before the purchase goes through. Other companies, like Google and OpenAI, are also working on AI agents. But these new tools could have downsides. Retailers and advertisers might not like them because people might visit...
2024-12-0323 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday December 2, 2024 - AWS re:Invent News & Cate Blanchett Worried About AIArtificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more prevalent in everyday life, but it still has a long way to go before it's perfect. AI programs called chatbots are being used to help with things like shopping and customer service. These chatbots are designed to answer questions and give recommendations, but they can still make mistakes or provide inaccurate information. Companies like Amazon and OpenAI are working on improving these systems, and AI experts believe that AI will continue to become more integrated into our lives in the coming years. However, there are still some concerns about AI's potential negative impacts...
2024-12-0219 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Saturday November 30, 2024 - Canada News Sues OpenAI & Google's Declining DominanceArtificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more common in our lives, but it still has some problems to solve. One challenge is making sure that AI agents, which are AI programs that can interact with each other, can work together reliably. This is difficult because AI systems are often random and unpredictable, making it hard to ensure they will always produce the same results. Researchers are trying to improve this by giving AI agents better memory so they can learn from past experiences. Another challenge is ensuring that AI systems are accurate. A study found that the AI chatbot ChatGPT...
2024-11-3019 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday November 29, 2024 - Kanye West's AI Daughters & Canada Sues GoogleSmall language models (SLMs) are becoming increasingly popular because they are more efficient and cost-effective than larger language models (LLMs). SLMs are easier to adopt, more energy-efficient, and cheaper to train and deploy than LLMs. They are also more resilient to cyber-attacks and have a smaller carbon footprint. Additionally, SLMs meet regulatory requirements regarding copyright, reliability of data, and data privacy. While not meant to replace LLMs, SLMs offer easier scalability for industry-specific applications. Experts predict SLMs will have a significant impact on the market by 2025. Research from Apple has shown that using FlashAttention, a technology that improves efficiency...
2024-11-2923 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday November 28, 2024 - Microsoft Under FTC Investigation & OpenAI Suspends SoraToday we talk about how companies are using data and artificial intelligence (AI) in exciting new ways!Butterball, the turkey company, used data to create a turkey you can cook straight from the freezer! They figured out that people really hate thawing turkeys by looking at 50 years of calls to their Turkey Talk-Line and doing market research. Now, they're using AI to plan for future Thanksgivings by predicting how many turkeys they'll need in different places.Researchers have taught AI to create images of streets just from the sounds of the street! They used videos from YouTube to...
2024-11-2812 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Wednesday November 27, 2024 - OpenAI's Sora Leaked by Angry Artists & Bluesky's Messages Exposed via APIToday we talk about how companies are using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in many different ways. Some companies like Spines are using AI to help authors publish books faster. Other companies, like Evolv, are using AI to create security systems that can detect weapons. However, concerns are being raised about how these companies are using people's data to train their AI. For example, authors are protesting against OpenAI because they believe the company is using their work without permission or payment. Similarly, an Australian inquiry found that Amazon, Google, and Meta are using Australians' data without being clear about how...
2024-11-2716 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Tuesday November 26, 2024 - Anthropic's Model Context Protocol & Trump's New AI CzarArtificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving and impacting many aspects of our lives. Scientists at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory are using AI to understand how the human brain learns so quickly despite the limited information in our genes. They've created an algorithm that mimics this process, resulting in AI that can perform tasks like image recognition and video game playing with very little training. Anthropic has created a new open-source tool called the Model Context Protocol (MCP), which allows AI models to connect to external data sources and tools. This means AI assistants can access more information and become...
2024-11-2612 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday November 25, 2024 - Microsoft Releases Recall (Again) & AWS / Anthropic DealToday we discuss various ways that artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world. One source explains a new tool on Windows computers called Recall, which utilizes AI to help users find things they've seen or done on their PC by searching with descriptions rather than exact terms. The article explains how users have control over Recall's data collection and emphasizes the privacy and security measures in place to protect user data. The second source discusses the impact of AI on the job market, particularly for entry-level coding jobs. While coding boot camps were once seen as a fast track...
2024-11-2526 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday November 22, 2024 - The sources describe the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence (AI) where advancements are happening rapidly. OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini are constantly being updated to improve their abilities in areas like writing, coding, and problem-solving. This competition is leading to the creation of more powerful and accessible AI tools. For example, OpenScholar uses AI to help researchers quickly understand complex scientific information. However, it’s important to use AI responsibly. A student got in trouble for using AI to cheat on a school assignment, and some AI models are being criticized for making up information. Despite the challe...
2024-11-2220 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday November 21, 2024 - AI Robot Leads Robot Revolt & Anthropic Goes Full FedThe U.S. government is really focused on making sure artificial intelligence (AI), like the robots and computer programs that can learn and solve problems, is safe and doesn't cause any harm. They've created a special group called the U.S. AI Safety Institute to test AI and figure out how to use it safely. This group is working with companies that make AI, like Anthropic and OpenAI, to test their AI programs before they're released to the public. They're also working with other countries to share information and make sure AI is used responsibly around the world. The...
2024-11-2119 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Wednesday November 20, 2024 - Microsoft Ignite Announcements & Other Miscellaneous NewsThere are a lot of new AI-powered tools that are being introduced by Microsoft for both individuals and businesses. Microsoft is adding AI agents to Microsoft 365, which can perform specialized tasks such as answering common questions, translating languages, and managing projects. They are also adding AI features to apps like Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and OneNote. In Azure, they are introducing Azure AI Foundry for designing, customizing, and managing AI applications, and adding new partner models to the AI model catalog. Microsoft is also improving its infrastructure for AI with new VMs, and expanding its data and analytics offerings...
2024-11-2027 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Tuesday November 19, 2024 - Microsoft Ignite Starts Today & Google Antitrust UpdateToday we highlight a key tension surrounding AI development: while companies like Mistral are rapidly advancing their AI models and chatbots with new features like web searching and image processing, and Microsoft is showcasing its latest AI advancements at its Ignite conference, there are growing concerns about the ethical implications of AI. For example, the sources describe how HarperCollins is facing pushback from authors for its deal with an AI company to use their books for AI model training, raising fears about the potential for AI to replace human creativity. Additionally, the sources note that Nvidia, a key player...
2024-11-1911 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday November 18, 2024 - Nvidia's New Chips Overheating & Microsoft Ignite is ComingToday we highlight various facets of AI, encompassing its applications in education, its ongoing evolution for enhanced efficiency, and its prospective influence on the global landscape. They note the challenges in distinguishing AI-generated writing from human writing, underscoring a study where readers correctly identified the author only 50% of the time. While some experts champion AI's potential as an educational tool, emphasizing the importance of students learning its use, others advocate for its limited role in classrooms due to concerns about hindering students' learning. The sources also discuss the quest for AI efficiency, particularly through "quantization," a technique to reduce...
2024-11-1814 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Saturday November 16, 2024 - Stripe's Agentic Payments & Taco Bell's AI MarketingWelcome to AI News! Brought to you by ReallyEasyAI - https://www.youtube.com/@reallyeasyai Today we discuss different ways that artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to improve various aspects of business and technology. One source discusses the use of an "llms.txt" file to help large language models (LLMs) access and understand information from websites. This file contains a summary and links to important content, allowing LLMs to quickly process relevant information. Another source explains how AI is being used to personalize marketing campaigns, resulting in increased customer engagement and purchases. AI can analyze customer data, such...
2024-11-1615 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday November 15, 2024 - Musk Sues Microsoft & No Electricity for AI in 2027Many technology companies are facing challenges related to artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the world. Intel, a company that makes computer chips, is trying to bring back chip manufacturing to the U.S. with government support to meet the growing demand for chips in everyday devices like phones and cars. However, Intel has faced financial setbacks and job cuts, making people wonder if they will succeed. Google is struggling with the misuse of AI, including scams and the spread of false information. Another challenge is the large amount of energy needed to run AI, which could lead...
2024-11-1523 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday November 14, 2024 - OpenAI's Agents in January and Wants to Partner Against ChinaScientists are using artificial intelligence (AI) to create new technologies that can change the world. For example, Microsoft researchers are developing a new AI model called BitNet a4.8 that is smaller and faster than traditional AI models. This technology can be used to create AI that can run on smaller devices, like phones and tablets. Scientists in Sweden have also developed an AI tool that can identify where a person has been based on the microbes that are on their body. This tool, called mGPS, can be used to help solve crimes or track the spread of diseases. In...
2024-11-1411 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Wednesday November 13, 2024 - More Trump Admin Thoughts & Softbank Wins First Blackwell Chips from NvidiaElon Musk will play a key role in the new Trump administration, advising on artificial intelligence (AI) and working to make the government more efficient. An AI advocacy group wants Trump to appoint Musk as a special adviser on AI because of his work with Tesla, xAI, and his advocacy for AI safety. Musk has also said he would lead Trump's proposed "Department of Government Efficiency," which aims to cut waste and reduce regulations. Musk believes he can cut $2 trillion from the federal budget, but experts are skeptical. Trump also plans to boost AI development in the United States...
2024-11-1324 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Tuesday November 12, 2024 - More Trump Admin Speculation & Jerry Garcia Reads to YouA lot of companies are trying to use AI in new ways, but making AI smarter is harder than it looks. Some experts think that just making AI models bigger won't make them better. For example, Amazon is trying to make its own AI chips to compete with Nvidia, the current leader. These new chips could make AI cheaper to use and give companies more options. At the same time, researchers are also trying to make AI models that think more like humans. One example is OpenAI's o1 model, which can break down problems into smaller steps. This new...
2024-11-1221 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday November 11, 2024 - Gemini Available Through OpenAI Library & What a Trump Presidency Means for AIMany people were worried that AI would have a negative impact on the 2024 election by spreading false information. However, AI companies took steps to limit the spread of misinformation, such as recommending trusted news sources like the Associated Press. These efforts seem to have worked, as there were no major instances of AI-generated misinformation during the election. For example, an AI-generated image of Taylor Swift endorsing Donald Trump was quickly identified as fake. Some experts believe that there may have been some AI-generated misinformation that went undetected. AI companies are now working on improving their models so that they...
2024-11-1123 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday November 8, 2024 - OpenAI Beats Lawsuit for Now & Mistral's New Moderation APIArtificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way companies find and train workers. Some companies are using AI to look at data like job titles and work history to figure out what skills their employees have. This helps them identify skills gaps, fill open positions, and create training programs. AI can also be used in training, like helping employees practice difficult conversations or personalizing feedback. While there are benefits to using AI, some experts warn that AI is not always accurate and should be used with caution. Companies should make sure their data is accurate and allow employees to update...
2024-11-0811 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday November 7, 2024 - AI Under a Trump Administration & Microsoft Releases Magentic-One Multi-Agent FrameworkArtificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more advanced, and some companies are using it in new ways. For example, one company called Perplexity created an AI that can provide information about elections. Another company, ProfilePrint, uses AI to check the quality of food ingredients like coffee beans. Some companies are using AI to help them hire people, which has raised concerns about fairness. Experts believe AI will continue to be important, and it's crucial to think about both its potential benefits and risks.
2024-11-0716 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Wednesday November 6, 2024 - Safety Advocates Want an AI Slowdown & Amazon Begins Drone DeliveryLots of companies are trying to use technology to make things easier and better. Yum! Brands, the company that owns Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut, is using voice AI in its drive-thrus to take orders. Over 2 million orders have been taken this way at Taco Bell, making it the biggest fast food brand in the world to use voice AI! Amazon is trying out deliveries with drones in Phoenix, Arizona. They're using a new drone called the MK30 that can fly farther, is quieter, and can even fly in the rain! On the other hand, Intel wanted to...
2024-11-0610 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Tuesday November 5, 2024 - Anthropic Releases Claude 3.5 Haiku & Bees Stop Meta's Nuclear PlansAmazon is incorporating AI into its Prime Video streaming service to provide recaps of shows. On the other hand, the increased demand for electricity by AI data centers is causing concerns about rising electricity bills for consumers. Additionally, the use of AI in the military and national security is raising ethical concerns. There are also ongoing discussions about the role of AI in the video game industry, with Netflix investing in generative AI for game development. Meanwhile, OpenAI is introducing new features to improve the speed of its models.
2024-11-0521 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday November 4, 2024 - Nvidia Replaces Intel & Denmark's Supercomputer Funded by OzempicArtificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly important in many different fields. For example, Nvidia, a company that makes chips used in AI systems, is now part of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, replacing Intel. This highlights the growing importance of AI in the semiconductor industry. Nvidia is also in high demand for its chips used to train AI technology, as seen in CEO Jensen Huang's request to SK Hynix to speed up the delivery of their advanced memory chips. AI is also being used to accelerate drug discovery. Oxford Cannabinoid Technologies is partnering with Hypatia AI to use AI...
2024-11-0417 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Saturday November 2, 2024 - Runway Camera Control, Gemini in Google Chat, & Perplexity Election Hub DiscussionArtificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful new technology that can do many things, like write computer code, create realistic pictures and videos, and even track election results. AI learns by analyzing huge amounts of information, but this can cause problems since the information AI learns from may be biased or incorrect. Even though AI can sometimes spread misinformation, some organizations are finding ways to use it responsibly. For example, news organizations are using it to automate some of their tasks, and a company called Perplexity has created an AI-powered search engine that can answer questions about elections using information...
2024-11-0220 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday November 1, 2024 - ChatGPT Search Now Available & Google Maps AI UpdatesToday we talk about how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way we interact with technology and the world around us. AI models are being used to improve search engines, like ChatGPT, making them more conversational and able to give better answers with sources. AI is also being incorporated into digital maps, like Google Maps, to offer interactive features like finding things to do and providing better driving instructions. AI is also making robots more intelligent by allowing them to understand and respond to the world in a more human-like way, even learning complex tasks like folding laundry. In...
2024-11-0123 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday October 31, 2024 - Apple Unveils M4 Pro/Max & Red_Panda RevealedArtificial intelligence (AI) models are being used for a variety of tasks, including software engineering and image generation. However, these models can sometimes make mistakes or "hallucinate," producing incorrect or fabricated information. For example, OpenAI's Whisper, an AI transcription tool, has been found to produce inaccurate transcriptions with made-up phrases and sentences. This is concerning because Whisper is used in many industries, including healthcare, where inaccurate information could have serious consequences. Similarly, AI models used for software engineering tasks can also make errors, highlighting the need for careful evaluation and improvement of these models. On a positive note, there...
2024-10-3123 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Wednesday October 30, 2024 - New GitHub Copilot AI Features & New Gemini Model Coming SoonA lot of companies are using AI to make new things and get work done faster. For example, Google says that over 25% of its new code is being written by AI. Also, companies that are using AI in their businesses expect to see their workers become about 15% more productive, on average, because of AI. This means that people will be able to get more work done in the same amount of time! To help developers (the people who write computer programs) work better with AI, Microsoft has added new AI tools to its GitHub coding platform. These new AI-powered...
2024-10-3015 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Tuesday October 29, 2024 - Mysterious New Image Gen Model & Meta Creating Search AlternativeThere's a lot of talk about making AI more open and accessible. Open source AI means that anyone can understand how an AI model was made and use it freely. The Open Source Initiative (OSI) created a definition for open source AI to help people understand what it really means. However, some companies, like Meta, say they're making open source AI, but they have rules about who can use it and don't share all the details about how it was made. Some experts worry that this isn't really open source and could actually make a few companies even more...
2024-10-2927 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday October 28, 2024 - Google Wants to Control Your Computer Too & Cisco's AI AgentsWe discuss the rise of smaller AI models and their potential to revolutionize various industries, particularly retail and customer service. These compact models offer cost-effective solutions for tasks like inventory management, customer service automation, and document processing, allowing small and medium businesses (SMBs) to compete with larger companies. While smaller models reduce computing costs and barriers to entry, they still require training, high-quality data, and domain expertise for effective deployment. Experts believe AI will augment human workers rather than replace them, automating routine tasks while allowing humans to focus on more complex issues. The sources also highlight efforts by...
2024-10-2811 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Saturday October 26, 2024 - No GPT-5 This Year & Adobe Pisses Off ArtistsA significant number of smartphone owners are unimpressed by AI features, with 25% finding them unhelpful and 45% reluctant to pay for them. Longer battery life, more storage, and better camera features are the primary motivators for upgrading devices, not AI integrations. While tech giants like Apple, Google, and Samsung emphasize AI, consumer interest remains low, potentially due to subscription fatigue and privacy concerns. Despite this, some demographics, like Gen Z and Millennials, show more enthusiasm for AI features, using them for tasks like photo editing and text generation. Privacy concerns are also prevalent, with 34% of smartphone owners expressing unease about...
2024-10-2616 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday October 25, 2024 - GPT-5 Release Update & Google Monopoly Case UpdateToday we highlight a trend of AI advancements focusing on accessibility and practical applications. Meta's release of quantized Llama models aims to bring powerful language models to mobile devices, emphasizing efficiency and portability. This focus on broader accessibility is echoed in Claude.ai's introduction of an analysis tool allowing users to leverage AI for data processing and visualization across various professional contexts. At the same time, concerns about responsible AI development are evident, with legal challenges regarding copyright infringement, regulatory scrutiny of industry partnerships, and surveys revealing developer distrust in AI-generated code. These developments underscore the need for careful...
2024-10-2518 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday October 24, 2024 - New Apple Intelligence Features & Perplexity Responds to LawsuitsThe sources discuss recent advancements and challenges in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). Zoom has launched AI Companion 2.0, an AI assistant integrated into its workplace platform, offering features like meeting summarization, chat message analysis, and content generation. Google has open-sourced its SynthID tool for watermarking AI-generated text to combat misinformation and other malicious uses. Apple is introducing Apple Intelligence, incorporating generative AI into its operating systems with features like Genmoji, Image Playground, and ChatGPT integration for tasks like image generation, text composition, and enhanced Siri functionality. Meanwhile, OpenAI faces scrutiny and regulatory challenges as Tesla aims to launch...
2024-10-2412 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Wednesday October 23, 2024 - Anthropic Launches New Computer Use Feature & Sonnet 3.5 ModelAnthropic has released a new AI model, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, which boasts significant improvements in coding and tool use tasks. Most notably, it is the first publicly available frontier model to offer computer use, enabling it to interact with computers like a human would. This groundbreaking ability was achieved by training Claude to accurately count pixels on a screen, allowing it to give precise mouse commands and carry out instructions. While still in beta and prone to errors, this capability presents a significant leap in AI development, allowing developers to automate processes, build and test software, and conduct open-ended tasks...
2024-10-2312 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Tuesday October 22, 2024 - Microsoft Copilot Ai Agents & xAI Gets an APIToday we discuss a variety of ways companies are using AI. Many companies are incorporating AI for internal uses, such as Honeywell, which is partnering with Google to automate tasks and streamline processes for its customers. Other companies are using AI to offer new products and services to consumers. For example, Qualcomm is developing new chips designed to make AI capabilities, like generating images and text, more powerful on Android phones. xAI, Elon Musk’s AI startup, is focusing on generative AI, recently launching an API for its flagship model, Grok. The sources also explore some of the conflicts an...
2024-10-2213 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday October 21, 2024 - Apple Falling Behind in AI Insiders Claim & Amazon Goes NuclearWe discuss the impact of AI on various industries and the challenges of implementing it. Apple is reportedly lagging behind its competitors in AI development, but plans to integrate GPT-4o into its devices to bridge the gap. The demand for AI-related products, particularly in data centers, is fueling growth for chip companies like Marvell, which is planning to raise prices next year. The healthcare industry is seeing innovative applications of AI, with companies like Throne developing AI-powered toilet cameras to analyze waste matter and provide health insights. AI is also playing a significant role in the development of...
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Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday October 19, 2024 - Why You Need to Leave X & Meta Shares Multiple ModelsWe discuss the intersection of AI and various industries, highlighting both opportunities and challenges. Meta, a major player in AI development, is releasing new models and datasets to foster open science and responsible AI, including updates to its Segment Anything Model, a multimodal language model for speech and text integration, and tools for accelerated model training and materials discovery. However, the use of AI in filmmaking and content creation raises concerns about copyright, job security, and the potential misuse of technology. Further concerns are raised about AI detection tools used in education, which can falsely accuse students of cheating...
2024-10-1912 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday October 18, 2024 - X Removes Opt-Out Option for AI Training & OpenAI's Strained Relationship with MicrosoftWe discuss various ways companies are using AI to improve their products and services. Perplexity is introducing Internal Knowledge Search and Spaces, allowing users to search across both public web content and internal knowledge bases. Dropbox is launching Dash for Business, an AI-powered universal search tool that helps teams search, organize, and protect content from across their connected apps. Dottxt, a startup focusing on structured generation, helps developers integrate AI into existing software engineering workflows. Google is updating its AI note-taking and research assistant NotebookLM with the ability to guide AI-generated audio conversations. Several companies, including Meta, are exploring...
2024-10-1816 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday October 17, 2024 - NVIDIA's New Llama-3.1-Nemotron-70B Model & Amazon Goes NuclearWe discuss recent advancements in artificial intelligence, focusing on the emergence of smaller, more specialized AI models like Small Language Models (SLMs) and the growing significance of neuro-symbolic AI. Mistral's "Les Ministraux" models exemplify this trend, demonstrating capabilities comparable to larger models while being optimized for edge devices such as laptops and phones. OpenAI's o1 and Google DeepMind's AlphaGeometry highlight the potential of neuro-symbolic AI, combining the intuitive learning of neural networks with the logical reasoning of symbolic AI. These advancements are impacting various fields, including law, where AI tools can assist with contract analysis and legal precedent research...
2024-10-1710 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Wednesday October 16, 2024 - OpenAI's Former CTO Poaching People & Apple's New iPad Mini LaunchesWe discuss several examples of AI companies dealing with various challenges. OpenAI, for example, faces scrutiny for potential biases and security vulnerabilities in its models as it pursues defense contracts and experiences leadership shakeups. Similarly, Perplexity faces legal action from the New York Times over copyright infringement concerns related to its use of news content for AI training. These examples highlight the complex legal and ethical landscape AI companies navigate as they develop and deploy their technologies. Additionally, the sources mention a new tool, the LLM Checker, that evaluates AI models' compliance with European Union regulations, revealing areas where...
2024-10-1611 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Tuesday October 15, 2024 - Adobe Max Announcements & Microsoft Loses VP of GenAIThis week Adobe launched several new AI features across its Creative Cloud apps, including automatic background distraction removal in Photoshop, a more powerful Firefly generative AI model across apps, and a new "Objects on Path" feature in Illustrator. The new Remove Tool in Photoshop uses generative AI to identify and remove unwanted objects, such as people, wires, and cables, with a single click. Photoshop's Generative Fill, Generative Expand, Generate Similar, and Generate Background tools have also been updated with the latest Firefly Image 3 Model for improved variety and photorealistic quality. In addition, Illustrator's Mockup tool for staging designs on...
2024-10-1514 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Monday October 14, 2024 - OpenAI's Swarm Technology & Lots of AI ScamsWe're looking at the evolving landscape of AI and its real-world implications. While AI offers exciting possibilities, such as museum exhibits that engage visitors in conversations with extinct animals using generative AI, it also presents new challenges. Scammers are increasingly using AI in “pig butchering” schemes, employing AI-generated scripts in multiple languages and deepfakes to trick victims. These sophisticated tactics are making it harder to distinguish real job offers from fraudulent ones. Furthermore, AI’s potential impact on financial stability is raising concerns, with the Reserve Bank of India's Governor warning of concentration risks and the difficulty of auditing AI-dri...
2024-10-1407 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Saturday October 12, 2024 - Tesla, AI Teachers, & Nuclear PowerGet ready to explore the future of tech! From Tesla's robots and AI teachers to nuclear power plants built like LEGOs, we're diving into the latest advancements and their impact on our lives. Are self-driving cars really ready for the road? Can AI truly understand our kids' needs in the classroom? And what about nuclear power plants built like giant LEGO sets? We'll separate the hype from reality and uncover the potential benefits and risks of these groundbreaking technologies. But it's not just about the tech itself, it's about how we use it. We'll examine the ethical considerations and...
2024-10-1210 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Friday October 11, 2024 - State of AI Report 2024 & AMD's AI Chips UnderwhelmGet ready for a mind-blowing dose of AI news that will leave you electrified! We're diving into the groundbreaking State of AI Report 2024, exploring AMD's bold leap into the AI chip market, and witnessing Tesla's unveiling of its revolutionary robotaxi.
2024-10-1110 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Thursday October 10, 2024 - Google Monopoly Breakup & Nobel Prize AI ControversyOpenAI projects a $5 BILLION loss, Google faces a potential BREAKUP, and the race for AI dominance intensifies! Join us as we uncover the SHOCKING truths behind these groundbreaking headlines. We'll explore the future of search, OpenAI's financial struggles, and the ethical dilemmas of AI influencing elections. PLUS, get an exclusive look at synthetic data's impact on the AI landscape. This is a MUST-WATCH for anyone interested in the future of technology! Subscribe now and join the AI revolution!
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Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Wednesday October 9, 2024 - Anthropic's New Message Batches API & OpenAI Partners with HearstThe AI revolution is HERE! From government offices and grocery stores to scientific breakthroughs and personalized experiences, AI is transforming our world at an incredible pace. In this video, we dive deep into the latest AI news and explore how this technology is reshaping our lives, work, and future. We'll uncover the amazing potential of AI, discuss the ethical considerations, and ponder the big questions surrounding its impact on humanity. Join the conversation and let's explore the future of AI together!
2024-10-0909 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast: Tuesday October 8, 2024 - Nobel Prizes for AI & Apple Stock DowngradedThe world of AI is rapidly evolving, and in today's video, I'll be bringing you the latest, most exciting news and developments. Buckle up, because there's a lot to cover! First up, we have HUGE news: John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton just won the Nobel Prize in Physics for their groundbreaking work in AI! And the Godfather of AI has some stark warnings for us all. Also, Apple stock has been downgraded as they struggle to accommodate high-tech artificial intelligence. But don't worry, because Android phone users can now detect phone theft with Google AI...
2024-10-0809 min
Daily AI News PodcastDaily AI News Podcast - Monday October 7, 2024Join us for a rapid-fire rundown of the latest AI news! From Google's grip loosening on search to Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 AI features, we cover it all. Discover how AI is transforming industries, from manufacturing with LG Innotek to the sports world, and even how it's being integrated into education. Don't miss out – hit that subscribe button and join the AI revolution!
2024-10-0753 min