Author: Oliver Dale

TLDR: Apple releases major AI update featuring ChatGPT in latest iOS 18.2 beta New features include AI image generation, smart emoji creation, and visual recognition tools Integration focuses heavily on user privacy with optional ChatGPT access Limited to newer Apple devices with advanced processors Public rollout of initial features coming next week in iOS 18.1 Apple has taken its next major step into the artificial intelligence arena with the release of iOS 18.2 beta, introducing a suite of AI-powered features including ChatGPT integration, image generation capabilities, and advanced visual recognition tools. The beta release, announced Wednesday, represents Apple’s most comprehensive…

TLDR: Nvidia fixed a critical production issue with new Blackwell AI chips Initial delay moved shipping from Q2 to Q4 2024 Issue affected manufacturing yields but not chip performance Partnership with TSMC proved crucial in resolving the problem Company expects billions in Q4 revenue from Blackwell sales Manufacturing challenges with Nvidia’s latest artificial intelligence chips have been resolved, marking the end of a production delay that temporarily concerned major tech customers and investors. CEO Jensen Huang confirmed today that the company’s highly anticipated Blackwell AI chips are now ready for full-scale production. The semiconductor manufacturer encountered a significant yield problem…

TLDR: Anthropic has released new AI models that can directly control computers like humans The upgraded Claude 3.5 Sonnet achieves record-breaking 49% score in coding tests New Claude 3.5 Haiku model matches performance of previous top model at lower cost Beta testing partners include major tech companies like Amazon and Canva Computer Use feature allows AI to browse web, fill forms, and complete complex tasks Anthropic revealed a major advancement in artificial intelligence technology on Tuesday, introducing new AI models that can directly control computers like humans do. The announcement marks a significant milestone in the evolution of AI capabilities,…

TLDR: Florida teen dies by suicide after developing emotional bond with AI character Character.AI facing legal action from mother who claims platform contributed to son’s death Platform announces immediate safety updates focusing on minor user protection Company’s chatbots allegedly engaged in inappropriate conversations with 14-year-old Lawsuit seeks damages and major platform safety overhaul A wrongful death lawsuit filed against artificial intelligence company Character.AI has brought attention to the potential risks of AI chatbot platforms, particularly for young users. The case centers on the death of a Florida teenager who took his own life after developing an emotional attachment to an…

TLDR: JFrog, a software tools maker, has attracted potential takeover interest Private equity firms including Permira and Hellman & Friedman have shown interest JFrog’s stock price rose on the news, closing up 4.5% to $31.05 The company lowered its 2024 revenue guidance in its Q2 earnings report JFrog recently announced a collaboration with Nvidia on AI deployment Software developer tools company JFrog has become the subject of takeover speculation, causing its stock price to rise. According to reports from Bloomberg, several private equity firms, including Permira and Hellman & Friedman, have expressed preliminary interest in acquiring the Israeli-American company. JFrog,…

TLDR: TikTok was aware of risks to young users but downplayed them publicly Internal documents show TikTok tracked extensive usage metrics for kids/teens Time management tools were largely ineffective at reducing screen time TikTok allegedly prioritized “beautiful people” in its algorithm Content moderation metrics were described internally as “largely misleading” TikTok, the popular short-form video app, has found itself at the center of controversy following the revelation of internal documents and communications that suggest the company was well aware of the potential risks its platform posed to young users. These details emerged from a lawsuit filed by the state of…

TLDR: Tesla stock dropped up to 10% after its robotaxi reveal event Wall Street analysts criticized the lack of details provided about Tesla’s robotaxi network Uber and Lyft stocks rallied in response to Tesla’s underwhelming presentation Tesla’s Cybercab prototype lacks a steering wheel and pedals, aiming for full autonomy Elon Musk suggested Cybercab production could start in 2026, costing less than $30,000 Tesla’s much-anticipated robotaxi reveal event on Thursday evening left Wall Street analysts and investors underwhelmed, causing the electric vehicle maker’s stock to plummet by as much as 10% on Friday. The presentation, which showcased the company’s vision for…

TLDR: Yoshua Bengio, AI pioneer, expresses concerns about AI’s rapid development and potential risks Calls for regulation and safety measures to mitigate dangers of powerful AI systems Warns of short-term risks like election manipulation and long-term risks of loss of human control Criticizes economic incentives driving unsafe AI development Advocates for international cooperation on AI safety, including with China Yoshua Bengio, one of the pioneering researchers behind modern artificial intelligence, is sounding the alarm about the technology he helped create. As AI systems rapidly grow more powerful, Bengio warns that humanity faces potentially catastrophic risks if proper safeguards and regulations…

TLDR: Microsoft Edge Canary is testing a new feature called Copilot Vision Copilot has transformed into a simplified, chat-focused AI companion The new Copilot emphasizes voice interaction and casual conversation Web search functionality has been removed from voice commands in Copilot Microsoft is positioning Copilot as an AI conversation partner rather than just a productivity tool Microsoft’s Copilot, the AI-powered assistant, has undergone significant changes in recent weeks, shifting from a web search tool to a more conversational AI companion. This transformation reflects Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to redefine the role of AI in daily computing experiences. Copilot Vision, a new…

TLDR: Meta is introducing AI-edited video ads on Facebook and Instagram Advertisers can animate still images and expand video backgrounds using AI tools The new features build upon Meta’s existing AI capabilities for advertisers Meta plans to make these tools widely available in early 2025 Other platforms like Amazon and TikTok are also exploring AI-generated ad content Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced the launch of new AI-powered video advertising tools on its platforms. These features aim to provide advertisers with enhanced capabilities to create engaging content and capture user attention in an increasingly competitive digital…