Finally, we have done it, we have invented…dog. Everybody wants to pet it until its neck extends four feet.
This week in AI, we’ve witnessed significant advancements and innovative practical applications.
On the global stage, Pope Francis will attend the G7 summit to discuss the ethical development of AI. Meanwhile, Chinese researchers unveiled Vidu, a text-to-video model that rivals OpenAI’s SORA. In the commercial space, OpenAI introduced a ‘Memory’ feature for ChatGPT Plus, enabling more personalized conversations. Notably, Boston Dynamics explored artistic robotics by dressing their robot dog Spot in a costume for International Dance Day. In a pioneering move, Ukraine introduced Victoria, an AI-powered spokeswoman for its foreign ministry, demonstrating AI’s potential in diplomacy.
As AI continues to reshape these sectors, these developments emphasize its impact and highlight the need for thoughtful discourse surrounding its responsible advancement.
✱ Top news of the week!
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Pope will attend the G7 meeting to discuss AI
Pope Francis will attend the G7 summit in Italy this June, marking the first time a pontiff participates in the gathering. The Pope, invited by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, will join discussions on the challenges and potential risks of AI, advocating for an ethical approach to its development.
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Chinese team unveils first text-to-video AI model on par with Sora
Chinese researchers unveiled Vidu, a text-to-video AI model on par with the capabilities of OpenAI’s SORA, at the 2024 Zhongguancun Forum. The model can generate high-quality videos from text descriptions, marking a significant advancement in multimodal AI capabilities developed by China.
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OpenAI makes ‘Memory’ available to all ChatGPT Plus subscribers
This feature enables users to share details like their pets, family members, or upcoming plans with ChatGPT, which the AI can then reference in future conversations without the need for repeated context.
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Boston Dynamics Made Their Robot Dog… A Dog
This International Dance Day, Spot, the robot dog, is encountering another peculiar canine companion, and they are forging connections through the universal language of dance. Introducing Sparkles! Sparkles is a bespoke costume meticulously crafted for Spot, enabling the exploration of the convergence between robotics, artistic expression, and entertainment.
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Ukraine Unveils AI-generated Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman, Victoria
Victoria is an AI-powered spokeswoman for Ukraine’s foreign ministry, marking a groundbreaking application of technology in diplomacy. The AI spokeswoman, designed to deliver precise and accurate statements mirroring the ministry’s stance on global issues, represents Ukraine’s commitment to embracing innovation in its foreign policy.
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Daily Additions
Hong Kong filmmakers use AI to save time and money
AI is revamping Hong Kong’s filmmaking industry, enabling creators to construct virtual sets and automate post-production processes, significantly reducing costs and production time. However, some veteran filmmakers express concerns about the potential loss of human creativity and artistry as AI becomes more prevalent in the industry.
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Anthropic Releases Claude Team Enterprise AI Plan and iOS App
Anthropic has launched Claude Team, an enterprise subscription plan offering advanced AI capabilities, administrative tools, and integrations for businesses, along with an iOS app for mobile access to its Claude AI assistant.
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It looks like OpenAI is about to make Google’s worst nightmare come TRUE
OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman has hinted at the possibility of developing a search engine powered by large language models, which could potentially rival Google Search by providing more concise and ad-free results.
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Meta Brings AI to Reels, Matches Creators With Brands
These AI-driven capabilities aim to streamline brand-creator partnerships, expand advertising opportunities on the rapidly growing Reels platform, and enhance user engagement with products and promotions.
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Perplexity AI Is the Best AI-Powered Google Search Tool You’re Not Using
Perplexity AI is an AI-powered conversational search engine that provides comprehensive answers with cited sources, rather than just a list of links, positioning itself as a potential alternative to traditional search engines like Google.
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Superb AI tools to add to your life!
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Loom • Product marketing videos made easy.
Deepgram • Generate human speech from text using AI.
Salina • Turn videos into blog posts, social snippets, email newsletters.
QueryPal • Ensure accurate results trained on your company documents.
Monterey • Aggregate and analyze user feedback, tickets, and conversations.
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