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Daily Tech News: AI Video Editing, Instagram Reels' Explicit Content.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 26:25


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeStay up-to-date with the latest technology news in this daily podcast episode. Highlights include the emergence of AI-powered video editing from Pika Labs, Instagram's struggles with explicit content on Reels, biotech startup Cradle securing $24 million, and learning lessons from Silicon Valley's professional services. Additionally, discover innovative startups tackling climate change solutions, neurodiversity in the workforce, and advances in patent law. Plus, learn about Innovist's $7 million funding round and Soplaya's €12.5 million raise. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Climate action through innovation: how startups & SMEs can be catalysts for change http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-climate-action-through-innovation-how-startups-smes-can-be-catalysts-change- Pika Labs, which is building AI tools to generate and edit videos, raises $55M https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/28/pika-labs-which-is-building-ai-tools-to-generate-and-edit-videos-raises-55m/- Instagram reportedly served up child-sexualizing reels to followers of teen influencers https://www.engadget.com/instagram-reportedly-served-up-child-sexualizing-reels-to-followers-of-teen-influencers-053251960.html?src=rss- Solve Intelligence helps attorneys draft patents for IP analysis and generation https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/28/solve-intelligences-ai-solution-helps-attorneys-draft-patents-for-ip-analysis-and-generation/- Pika https://www.producthunt.com/posts/pika-3- Building the Neurodiversity Talent Pipeline for the Future of Work https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/building-the-neurodiversity-talent-pipeline-for-the-future-of-work/- The Morning After: Instagram reportedly served up child-sexualizing Reels to followers of teen influencers https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-instagram-reportedly-served-up-child-sexualizing-reels-to-followers-of-teen-influencers-121741678.html?src=rss- What Professional Services Companies Can Learn From Silicon Valley https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/11/28/what-professional-services-companies-can-learn-from-silicon-valley/- Milan-based foodtech Soplaya secures €12.5 million to revolutionise the restaurant supplies industry https://www.eu-startups.com/2023/11/milan-based-foodtech-soplaya-secures-e12-5-million-to-revolutionise-the-restaurant-supplies-industry/- Bare Anatomy parent Innovist secures $7 million in funding from Amazon Smbhav, others https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/bare-anatomy-parent-innovist-secures-7-million-in-funding-from-amazon-smbhav-others/articleshow/105562709.cms- Cradle raises $24M in Series A funding for Generative AI biotech platform https://techstartups.com/2023/11/28/cradle-raises-24m-series-a-funding-for-generative-ai-biotech-platform/

Tech startups make waves in AI, data, and crypto industries

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 27:13


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this podcast episode, we explore the latest developments from tech startups in the fields of artificial intelligence, data analysis, and cryptocurrency. We discuss how HeyStak is seeking user feedback, how AI is revolutionizing customer experience, and how Biden and tech giants are looking towards Vietnam. Additionally, we look at how PhysicsX is transforming simulations, data science is building new bridges, and Eric Nuñez is bridging crypto and commerce. In other news, Privy raises $18M for embedded wallets, Dubai licenses its first crypto hedge fund, and startups continue to raise millions for AI, data, storage, and video analytics. Tune in to stay up-to-date with the latest tech startup news. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- SquadStack https://www.producthunt.com/posts/squadstack- Beyond Efficiency: Unleashing Business Transformation Through Generative AI's Hidden Potential https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/11/27/beyond-efficiency-unleashing-business-transformation-through-generative-ais-hidden-potential/- Heystak https://www.producthunt.com/posts/heystak- PhysicsX emerges from stealth with $32M for AI to power engineering simulations https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/27/physicsx-emerges-from-stealth-with-32m-for-ai-to-power-engineering-simulations/- The Rise of Connector Roles in Data Science https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/the-rise-of-connector-roles-in-data-science/- Q&A with Eric Nuñez from Zenkipay https://latamlist.com/qa-with-eric-nunez-from-zenkipay/- #NYCtech Week in Review: 11/19/23 – 11/25/23 https://www.alleywatch.com/2023/11/nyctech-week-in-review-11-19-23-11-25-23/- The US Wants Vietnam to Be Its New Tech Best Friend https://www.wired.com/story/us-vietnam-new-tech-best-friend/- Crypto Hedge Fund Nine Blocks Snags Dubai Digital Assets License https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/11/27/crypto-hedge-fund-nine-blocks-snags-dubai-digital-assets-license/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 11/27/23 https://www.alleywatch.com/2023/11/the-weekly-notable-startup-funding-report-11-27-23/- Transparent Data Sources Are Key To Increasing Trust In Generative AI https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/11/27/transparent-data-sources-are-key-to-increasing-trust-in-generative-ai/

AI News Digest: OpenAI CEO's Return, Deepfake Rules, Far-Right Propaganda

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 31:23


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeStay up-to-date on the latest developments in the world of AI with the AI News Digest. In this episode, we cover OpenAI CEO's return amidst chaos, India's fight against deepfakes with new rules, the rise of far-right propaganda, and DuMont's use of AI to boost SEO. Plus, find out how AI is improving satellite rainfall estimates, making holograms and HUDs a reality, and impacting China's AI startup scene. We also explore the newest challenger in the field of AI, Inflection-2, and a new solution for cash flow management, Cashflows Advance. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- OpenAI, emerging from the ashes, has a lot to prove even with Sam Altman's return https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/23/openai-emerging-from-the-ashes-has-a-lot-to-prove-even-with-sam-altmans-return/- Cashflows Advance launches to meet demand for flexible, fixed-fee business funding http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-cashflows-advance-launches-meet-demand-flexible-fixed-fee-business-funding- Hard Drives, YouTube, and Murder: India's Dark History of Digital Hate https://www.wired.com/story/india-election-youtube-murder-dark-history-digital-hate/- YouTube and Reels Could Decide India's Elections https://www.wired.com/story/youtube-instagram-reels-india-elections/- AI Sharpens Rainfall Estimates from Satellites https://spectrum.ieee.org/weather-satellite- India seeks to regulate deepfakes amid ethical concerns https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/22/india-seeks-to-regulate-deepfakes-amid-ethical-concerns/- Using AI to transform discoverability at Germany's oldest news publisher https://pressgazette.co.uk/platforms/natural-language-processing-and-seo/- Who is Helen Toner the Australian woman ousted from the board of OpenAI? https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/23/who-is-helen-toner-australian-woman-openai-chatgpt-board- Letter that led to Altman's Exit? https://www.analyticsvidhya.com/blog/2023/11/a-letter-that-led-to-altmans-exit/- OpenAI researchers warned of powerful AI discovery before company chaos https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/ai-openai-chatgpt-agi-sam-altman-b2452244.html- IT ministry plans regulations to tackle deepfakes; data breach at Tata-owned hospitality firm https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/tech-top-5/new-regulations-to-tackle-deepfakes-soon-says-vaishnaw-taj-hotels-suffers-massive-data-breach/articleshow/105449631.cms- Five days of chaos: How Sam Altman returned to OpenAI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/five-days-of-chaos-how-sam-altman-returned-to-openai/articleshow/105435938.cms- The Rise of Holograms and Heads-Up Displays https://techround.co.uk/tech/rise-holograms-heads-up-displays/- Thursday briefing: What the meltdown at OpenAI means for the future of artificial intelligence https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/nov/23/first-edition-openai-sam-altman- US chip export ban is hurting China's AI startups, not so much the giants yet https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/23/us-chip-restrictions-on-china-are-hurting-ai-startups-not-so-much-the-big-players/- REVEALED: OpenAI staff warned its board about powerful artificial intelligence discovery that could 'threaten humanity' - before CEO Sam Altman was fired https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12782695/Sam-Altmans-OpenAi-letter-board-AI-breakthrough.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Sam Altman's ouster at OpenAi was precipitated by letter to board https://www.dailymail.co.uk/galleries/article-12783677/Sam-Altmans-ouster-OpenAi-precipitated-letter-board.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Inflection-2 beats Google's PaLM 2 across common benchmarks https://www.artificialintelligence-news.com/2023/11/23/inflection-2-beats-google-palm-2-across-common-benchmarks/

Today's AI News Recap: Altman Leaves OpenAI, AI-Created Content Detection, Byju's Violates Regulations

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 2:46


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn today's recap of AI news, we cover the shocking departure of Sam Altman from OpenAI, the potential for AI-generated content detection, and Byju's violation of FEMA regulations. Additionally, there are concerns over AI's carbon footprint, the UK government establishes an AI unit, and fintechs and banks partner up. Lastly, we discuss a new autonomous robot that can repair UK roads and celebrate women making groundbreaking discoveries in astronomy. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- New OpenAI boss Emmett Shear has a wild history of social media posts https://www.dailymail.co.uk/galleries/article-12775463/New-OpenAI-boss-Emmett-Shear-wild-history-social-media-posts.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Elon Musk's X/Twitter Sues Media Matters After Advertiser Exodus, Alleging ‘Blatant Smear Campaign' by Research Group https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/elon-musk-x-twitter-sues-media-matters-1235802852/- The Mystery at the Heart of the OpenAI Chaos https://www.wired.com/story/mystery-at-the-heart-of-the-openai-chaos/- Elon Musk's ‘thermonuclear' lawsuit over hate-adjacent ads on X… actually confirms them https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/20/elon-musks-thermonuclear-lawsuit-over-hate-adjacent-ads-on-x-actually-confirms-them/- India's anti-money laundering agency to issue notice to Byju's https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/21/india-anti-money-laundering-agency-finds-1-billion-violation-at-byjus/- The Next Evolution Of Generative AI Will Provide Specialized Intelligence https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/11/21/the-next-evolution-of-generative-ai-will-provide-specialized-intelligence/- Sam Altman to Spearhead AI Research at Microsoft https://www.analyticsvidhya.com/blog/2023/11/sam-altman-to-spearhead-ai-research-at-microsoft/- Happy Holidays, nerds: Books for astronomy enthusiasts https://mitpress.mit.edu/happy-holidays-nerds-books-for-astronomy-enthusiasts/- UC Berkeley Researchers Introduce Ghostbuster: A SOTA AI Method for Detecting LLM-Generated Text https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/11/20/uc-berkeley-researchers-introduce-ghostbuster-a-sota-ai-method-for-detecting-llm-generated-text/- OpenAI Employees Threaten To Follow Sam Altman To Microsoft https://techround.co.uk/news/openai-employees-threaten-to-follow-sam-altman-to-microsoft/- X lawsuit accuses Media Matters of running a campaign to drive advertisers away from its website https://www.engadget.com/x-lawsuit-accuses-media-matters-of-running-a-campaign-to-drive-advertisers-away-from-its-website-040022933.html?src=rss- X sues watchdog group Media Matters after report on ads next to Nazi posts https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/20/x-twitter-lawsuit-media-matters-nazism-ads- Dowden's ‘hit squad' aims to replace civil service jobs with AI https://www.politico.eu/article/dowdens-hit-squad-aims-to-replace-civil-service-jobs-with-ai/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- REVEALED: OpenAI's new boss Emmett Shear's X posts on women's 'rape fantasies', kinky sex and 'literal Nazis taking over the world', as staff revolt over Sam Altman's firing https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12773569/Emmett-Shear-social-media-sex-rape-fantasies-nazis.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Does Worldcoin Need a Reevaluation? Understanding Sam Altman's Crypto-AI-UBI Experiment https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-magazine/2023/11/20/does-worldcoin-need-a-reevaluation-understanding-sam-altmans-crypto-ai-ubi-experiment/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- 95 Percent of OpenAI Employees Threaten to Follow Sam Altman Out the Door https://www.wired.com/story/95-percent-of-openai-employees-threaten-to-follow-sam-altman-out-the-door/- OpenAI in ‘intense discussions' to unify company, memo says https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openai-in-intense-discussions-to-unify-company-memo-says/articleshow/105376261.cms- Polymarket Traders Betting on Sam Altman's Fate Have Become Bipolar https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/11/21/polymarket-traders-betting-on-sam-altmans-fate-have-become-bipolar/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- ED findings on Byju's and CEO's letter to shareholders; Tesla's India ride soon https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/tech-top-5/bjyus-rejects-ed-probe-findings-tesla-ready-to-roll-soon-from-india/articleshow/105390217.cms- X sues Media Matters to silence moderation criticism https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/20/23970274/x-elon-musk-media-matters-lawsuit-nazi-ads-filed- Is Sam Altman joining Microsoft? Satya Nadella doesn't seem to know https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/20/23970100/sam-altman-microsoft-openai-satya-nadella-interview- Byju's tells shareholders it is fully compliant with FEMA rules https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/forex-violations-byju-raveendran-tells-shareholders-firm-fully-compliant-with-fema-regulations/articleshow/105386345.cms- Linda Yaccarino: advertisers fleeing from X are just “temporarily paused investments” https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/20/23969970/linda-yaccarino-memo-x-twitter-elon-musk-anti-semitism- UK startup looks at autonomous pothole repair http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-uk-startup-looks-autonomous-pothole-repair- How Marketers Are Starting to Address Gen AI's Green Problems https://www.adweek.com/media/how-marketers-start-to-address-ais-green-problems/- OpenAI's Board Lacked Foresight, But So Did Everyone Else https://www.theinformation.com/articles/openais-board-lacked-foresight-but-so-did-everyone-else- Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella suggests that Sam Altman might return to OpenAI https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/20/microsoft-ceo-satya-nadella-suggests-that-sam-altman-might-return-to-openai/- 'Crack' squad of AI experts to be set up to tackle benefit fraud, asylum backlogs and the bloated civil service https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12773369/Crack-squad-AI-experts-set-tackle-benefit-fraud-asylum-backlogs-bloated-civil-service.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Preparing for doomsday, the AI genius Sam Altman whose sacking sparked a Silicon Valley war https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12772781/Preparing-doomsday-AI-genius-Sam-Altman-sacking-sparked-Silicon-Valley-war.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- OpenAI board approached Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei about top job and merger, he denied https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openai-board-approached-anthropic-ceo-dario-amodei-about-top-job-and-merger-he-denied/articleshow/105373902.cms- Was Sam Altman fired from OpenAI for moving too fast rather than for misconduct? https://techstartups.com/2023/11/21/was-sam-altman-fired-from-openai-for-moving-too-fast-rather-than-misconduct/- Top Leadership Changes at ChatGPT Maker OpenAI https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/top-leadership-changes-at-chatgpt-maker-openai/7362971.html- In OpenAI-Sam Altman conflict, Microsoft emerges as big winner https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/in-openai-sam-altman-conflict-microsoft-emerges-as-big-winner/articleshow/105372584.cms- The winners and losers of OpenAI's wild weekend https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/the-winners-and-losers-of-openais-wild-weekend/articleshow/105372119.cms- The long shadow of Steve Jobs looms over the turmoil at OpenAI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/the-long-shadow-of-steve-jobs-looms-over-the-turmoil-at-openai/articleshow/105371877.cms- X CEO calls article that led to latest brand exodus 'misleading and manipulated' https://www.engadget.com/x-ceo-calls-article-that-led-to-latest-brand-exodus-misleading-and-manipulated-204025411.html?src=rss- Elon Musk's X sues advocacy group Media Matters for report on ads next to hate groups' posts https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/elon-musks-x-sues-advocacy-group-media-matters-for-report-on-ads-next-to-hate-groups-posts/articleshow/105371060.cms- What is going on with OpenAI and Sam Altman? https://www.engadget.com/what-is-going-on-with-openai-and-sam-altman-215725312.html?src=rss- OpenAI interim CEO Emmett Shear has history of unfiltered posts, Microsoft disses https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/new-openai-ceo-has-history-of-unfiltered-posts-microsoft-disses/articleshow/105370647.cms- Chaos at OpenAI adds fuel to the AI talent poaching war https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/20/openai-ai-talent-poaching-war/- How Microsoft's Satya Nadella kept the 'best bromance in tech' alive https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/how-microsofts-satya-nadella-kept-the-best-bromance-in-tech-alive/articleshow/105370112.cms- Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella signals willingness to have Sam Altman rejoin OpenAI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/microsoft-ceo-satya-nadella-signals-willingness-to-have-sam-altman-rejoin-openai/articleshow/105370026.cms- The Vast Majority of OpenAI Employees Ask the Board to Resign https://www.theinformation.com/articles/the-vast-majority-of-openai-employees-ask-the-board-to-resign- Former GitHub CEO Friedman, Scale AI Founder Wang Declined OpenAI Top Job https://www.theinformation.com/articles/former-github-chief-nat-friedman-declined-openai-interim-ceo-role- OpenAI's Customers Consider Defecting to Anthropic, Microsoft, Google https://www.theinformation.com/articles/openais-customers-consider-defecting-to-anthropic-google-cohere- Fintechs bank on credit cards for growth; ShareChat's FY23 losses jump to over Rs 4,000 crore https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/morning-dispatch/fintechs-bank-on-credit-cards-for-growth-sharechat-parents-fy23-revenue-jumps-62/articleshow/105368925.cms- Musk sues Media Matters as advertising exodus continues https://www.politico.com/news/2023/11/20/musk-sues-media-matters-advertising-exodus-00128206?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- OpenAI investors considering suing the board after CEO's abrupt firing https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openai-investors-considering-suing-the-board-after-ceos-abrupt-firing/articleshow/105368777.cms- Fintechs queue up for card distribution business to lift topline https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/fintech-companies-queue-up-for-card-distribution-business-to-lift-topline/articleshow/105364456.cms- Why OpenAI blew up — and why it matters https://www.vox.com/technology/2023/11/20/23969589/openai-sam-altman-fired-microsoft-chatgpt-emmett-shear-silicon-valley- Welcoming The Elephant: Education In The Age Of LLMs https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/11/21/welcoming-the-elephant-education-in-the-age-of-llms/- OpenAI is in a shambles as majority of its 770 workers threaten to quit in the wake of Sam Altman's shock firing - with leaders now in 'intense discussions' to unify the company https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12775367/OpenAI-shambles-workers-threaten-quit-Sam-Altman-firing.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

Daily News Summary: Business and Tech Highlights.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 28:45


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeStay updated with the latest developments in technology and business as we bring you the daily news summary. From high-profile firings and resignations to industry trends and breakthroughs in AI technology, this episode highlights the top highlights that you need to know. Listen now to stay informed and up-to-date with the ever-changing landscape of business and technology. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Microsoft Hires Sam Altman After OpenAI Fired Him as CEO, OpenAI Taps Ex-Twitch Chief Emmett Shear https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/microsoft-openai-sam-altman-emmett-shear-1235801612/- Argentina elects far-right, chainsaw-wielding Javier Milei as president https://www.politico.eu/article/argentina-elects-a-far-right-chainsaw-wielding-president/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Far-Right Libertarian Javier Milei's Election Victory Questions the Future of Argentine Filmmaking https://variety.com/2023/film/global/javier-milei-argentina-incaa-1235801606/- Oil industry rides into climate summit bigger than ever https://www.politico.eu/article/cop28-climate-summit-dubai-oil-industry-bigger-than-ever/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Anti-green backlash hovers over COP climate talks https://www.politico.eu/article/cop28-climate-summit-dubai-unfccc-anti-green-backlash/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Who's who at COP28 https://www.politico.eu/article/cop28-un-climate-summit-al-jaber-john-kerry-simon-stiell-madeleine-diouf-sarr-pope-francis-pedroso-cuesta-ruslan-edelgeriyev-xie-zhenhua-bill-gates-vanessa-nakate-khalid-al-mehaid-wopke-heostra/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- The state of the planet in 10 numbers https://www.politico.eu/article/cop28-climate-summit-dubai-state-planet-10-numbers-global-warming-economy-sea-level-greenhouse-gas-emissions-temperature-targets-funding-fossil-fuel-deforestation/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- First Mover Americas: Crypto Friendly Javier Milei Wins Argentine Presidency https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/11/20/first-mover-americas-crypto-friendly-javier-milei-wins-argentine-presidency/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Bitcoin Surpasses $37K on Argentina Presidential Election Result as Analysts Focus on Fed Notes https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/11/20/bitcoin-surpasses-37k-on-argentina-presidential-election-result-as-analysts-focus-on-fed-notes/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Microsoft Strikes Back at OpenAI, Hiring Altman and Brockman https://www.theinformation.com/articles/microsoft-strikes-back-at-openai-hiring-altman-and-brockman- Dozens of Staffers Quit OpenAI After Sutskever Says Altman Won't Return https://www.theinformation.com/articles/dozens-of-staffers-quit-openai-after-sutskever-says-altman-wont-return- Emmett Shear Becomes Interim OpenAI CEO as Altman Talks Break Down https://www.theinformation.com/articles/breaking-sam-altman-will-not-return-as-ceo-of-openai- Sam Altman confirms Satya Nadella's X-post: To join Microsoft after getting sacked by OpenAI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/sam-altman-confirms-satya-nadellas-x-post-to-join-microsoft-after-getting-sacked-by-openai/videoshow/105353287.cms- Sam Altman, Greg Brockman to join Microsoft, will lead advanced AI research team: Satya Nadella https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/sam-altman-greg-brockman-to-join-microsoft-to-lead-advanced-ai-research-team/articleshow/105351241.cms- ChatGPT drama: Microsoft hires Sam Altman, and OpenAI's new CEO vows to investigate his firing https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/11/20/chatgpt-drama-microsoft-hires-sam-altman-after-openai-firing/- OpenAI board stands by decision to force Sam Altman out of CEO role https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openai-board-stands-by-decision-to-force-sam-altman-out-of-ceo-role/articleshow/105349910.cms- Sam Altman won't return as CEO of OpenAI, Emmett Shear of Twitch to replace him https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/sam-altman-wont-return-as-ceo-of-openai-emmett-shear-of-twitch-to-replace-him/videoshow/105348231.cms- Sam Altman will not return to OpenAI, Twitch's Emmett Shear is interim CEO https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/sam-altman-will-not-return-to-openai-twitch-cofounder-emmett-shear-is-the-new-ceo/articleshow/105345900.cms- Sam Altman saga: Key moments in the seven-year partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/sam-altman-saga-key-moments-in-the-seven-year-partnership-between-microsoft-and-openai/articleshow/105363043.cms- OpenAI's Mira Murati aims to re-hire Sam Altman, Greg Brockman after exits https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openais-mira-murati-aims-to-re-hire-sam-altman-greg-brockman-after-exits/articleshow/105345119.cms- OpenAI employees threaten to quit unless board resigns, reappoints Sam Altman: report https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openai-employees-threaten-to-quit-unless-board-resigns-reappoints-sam-altman-report/articleshow/105362108.cms- OpenAI's Ilya Sutskever "deeply regrets" his actions leading to Sam Altman's ouster https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openais-ilya-sutskever-deeply-regrets-his-actions-leading-to-sam-altmans-ouster/articleshow/105361937.cms- OpenAI - The Creator of Revolutionary ChatGPT https://startuptalky.com/openai-success-story/- Satya Nadella brings Sam Altman to Microsoft; Twitch's Emmett Shear is OpenAI's new interim chief https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/tech-top-5/sam-altman-joins-microsoft-twitchs-emmett-shear-is-openais-new-interim-ceo/articleshow/105360817.cms- Microsoft ends weekend of OpenAI drama with coup of its own https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/microsoft-ends-weekend-of-openai-drama-with-coup-of-its-own/articleshow/105360834.cms- GM's Cruise robo-taxi CEO Kyle Vogt resigns from company https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/gms-cruise-robo-taxi-ceo-kyle-vogt-resigns-from-company/articleshow/105343551.cms- GM's Cruise CEO Kyle Vogt resigns from company https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/gms-cruise-ceo-kyle-vogt-resigns-from-company/articleshow/105341670.cms- Cornell expert: Milei's platform 'important driver' of significant change http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/802911/?sc=rsla- OpenAI board may have won the battle - but lost the war http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/802910/?sc=rsla- Kyle Vogt, CEO of Robotaxi Developer Cruise, Resigns As Questions Linger Over Grisly Crash https://www.wired.com/story/kyle-vogt-ceo-robotaxi-cruise-resigns-grisly-crash/- Sam Altman will not return as OpenAI CEO after talks fail – reports https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/20/sam-altman-openai-ceo-wont-return-chatgpt-talks-fail-emmett-shear-twitch- Sam Altman's Attempt to Return as OpenAI CEO Fails as Board Turns to Ex-Twitch CEO https://www.wired.com/story/sam-altman-openai-return-fails-ceo-twitch-emmett-shear/- Sacked boss of OpenAI Sam Altman looks set to return to his role after staff revolt as leaked memo says the company is 'optimistic' he could be brought back https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12769099/Sacked-boss-OpenAI-Sam-Altman-looks-set-return-role-staff-revolt-leaked-memo-says-company-optimistic-brought-back.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- OpenAI's Board Set Back the Promise of Artificial Intelligence https://www.theinformation.com/articles/openais-board-set-back-the-promise-of-artificial-intelligence- The War Within OpenAI and What Comes Next https://www.theinformation.com/articles/the-war-within-openai-and-what-comes-next- Cruise co-founder and CEO Kyle Vogt resigns https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/19/cruise-co-founder-and-ceo-kyle-vogt-resigns/- Microsoft hires Sam Altman to lead advanced AI research team after OpenAI ousting – business live https://www.theguardian.com/business/live/2023/nov/20/openai-twitch-cofounder-emmett-shear-sam-altman-ceo-chatgpt-business-live- OpenAI taps Twitch co-founder Emmett Shear as interim CEO https://www.geekwire.com/2023/openai-reportedly-taps-twitch-co-founder-emmett-shear-as-interim-ceo/- The deal to bring Sam Altman back to OpenAI has fallen apart https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/20/23967515/sam-altman-openai-board-fired-new-ceo- Microsoft swoops in to hire fired Sam Altman to shore up its own AI investment just THREE hours after OpenAI confirmed bombshell news he would not return to work for them https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12770063/Microsoft-swoops-hire-fired-OpenAI-boss-Sam-Altman-hours-confirmed-not-return-founder-Greg-Brockman-walked-protest-ousting-Pair-lead-tech-firms-new-advanced-AI-team.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Microsoft hires former OpenAI CEO Sam Altman https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/20/23968829/microsoft-hires-sam-altman-greg-brockman-employees-openai- Microsoft swoops in to hire ousted OpenAI boss Sam Altman https://www.dailymail.co.uk/galleries/article-12770583/Microsoft-swoops-hire-ousted-OpenAI-boss-Sam-Altman.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Cruise's Kyle Vogt resigns as CEO of the robotaxi company https://www.engadget.com/cruises-kyle-vogt-resigns-as-ceo-of-the-robotaxi-company-041949493.html?src=rss- Fired OpenAI boss Sam Altman will NOT return as CEO despite leaked memo saying firm was 'optimistic' he would - as ex-Twitch leader is brought in as interim chief exec https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12769715/sam-altman-openai-ceo-new-emmett-shear-twitch.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Sam Altman's sudden sacking by OpenAI board: What we know so far about ChatGPT creator's future plans https://techfundingnews.com/sam-altmans-sudden-sacking-by-openai-what-we-know/- The Morning After: Microsoft recruits recently fired OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-microsoft-recruits-recently-fired-openai-ceo-sam-altman-121523955.html?src=rss- Microsoft hires ex-OpenAI leaders Altman and Brockman to lead new AI group https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/20/openai-co-founders-sam-altman-and-greg-brockman-to-join-microsoft/- A timeline of Sam Altman's firing from OpenAI — and the fallout https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/19/a-timeline-of-sam-altmans-firing-from-openai-and-the-fallout/- Microsoft snatches Sam Altman and former OpenAI colleagues to form its own AI research team https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-snatches-sam-ultman-and-former-openai-colleagues-to-form-its-own-ai-research-team-082755226.html?src=rss- Sam Altman won't return as OpenAI's CEO after all https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/19/altman-wont-return-as-openais-ceo-after-all/- Sam Altman will not be returning to OpenAI https://www.engadget.com/sam-altman-will-not-be-returning-to-openai-062957892.html?src=rss- OpenAI CEO Drama Makes a Market for Blockchain Betters https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/11/20/openai-ceo-drama-makes-a-market-for-blockchain-betters/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Altman, Brockman Arrive at OpenAI Headquarters as Execs Push to Reinstate Them https://www.theinformation.com/articles/openai-execs-invite-altman-brockman-to-headquarters-in-push-to-reinstate-them- Europe's far right welcomes victory of Argentina's Javier Milei – live https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2023/nov/20/europe-far-right-victory-argentina-javier-milei-live

AI-driven news on OpenAI, Meta Platforms and Humane.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 33:27


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeThis episode covers the latest developments in the world of AI, including the firing of OpenAI's CEO, Meta Platforms' shift towards AI, and Humane's debut of an AI Pin. In addition, troubling news arises regarding AI-generated nudes and Elon Musk's antisemitic endorsement. Finally, France's Kyutai Lab unites top AI experts and Amazon lays off Alexa, creating significant industry buzz. Tune in for all the latest updates on AI-driven news. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- The perpetual rise of Sam Altman takes an unexpected turn https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/the-perpetual-rise-of-sam-altman-takes-an-unexpected-turn/articleshow/105329224.cms- Three Senior OpenAI Researchers Resign as Crisis Deepens https://www.theinformation.com/articles/three-senior-openai-researchers-resign-as-crisis-deepens- The Sam Altman-OpenAI saga: top six developments you need to know https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/the-sam-altman-openai-saga-top-six-developments-you-need-to-know/articleshow/105328612.cms- Government to resend advisory on deep fake to intermediaries https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/government-to-resend-advisory-on-deep-fake-to-intermediaries/articleshow/105299181.cms- OpenAI reportedly considering reinstating freshly-ousted CEO Sam Altman https://www.engadget.com/openai-potentially-considering-reinstating-its-freshly-ousted-ceo-sam-altman-051223213.html?src=rss- The fear and tension that led to Sam Altman's ouster at OpenAI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/the-fear-and-tension-that-led-to-sam-altmans-ouster-at-openai/articleshow/105323785.cms- News anchors targeted by deepfake scammers on Facebook https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/news-anchors-targeted-by-deepfake-scammers-on-facebook/articleshow/105309487.cms- X Corp to file lawsuit against media watchdog, others: Elon Musk https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/x-corp-to-file-lawsuit-against-media-watchdog-others-elon-musk/articleshow/105310483.cms- White House condemns Elon Musk's ‘abhorrent' antisemitic tweets https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/17/white-house-biden-elon-musk-antisemitic-tweet-hate- Amazon to cut 'several hundred' Alexa jobs https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/amazon-to-cut-several-hundred-alexa-jobs/articleshow/105297615.cms- Internal memo: Amazon will cut ‘several hundred' Alexa jobs as it ends unspecified initiatives https://www.geekwire.com/2023/amazon-will-cut-several-hundred-more-jobs-on-alexa-team-as-it-discontinues-some-initiatives/- Ousted OpenAI CEO Altman welcome in France, digital minister says https://www.politico.eu/article/ousted-openai-ceo-altman-welcome-in-france-digital-minister-says/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- OpenAI's board is no match for investors' wrath https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/19/openais-board-is-no-match-for-investors-wrath/- OpenAI Co-Founder Altman Plans New AI Venture https://www.theinformation.com/articles/openai-co-founder-altman-plans-new-venture- OpenAI's $86 Billion Share Sale in Jeopardy Following Altman Firing https://www.theinformation.com/articles/openais-86-billion-share-sale-in-jeopardy-following-altman-firing- Meta Splits Up Its Responsible AI Team https://www.theinformation.com/articles/meta-breaks-up-its-responsible-ai-team- Humane's AI Pin seems to be forgetting what makes a good wearable https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/19/23964212/humane-ai-pin-wearable-culture- Week in Review: Most popular stories on GeekWire for the week of Nov. 12, 2023 https://www.geekwire.com/2023/geekwire-weekly-roundup-2023-11-12/- Meta launches free AI-powered video editing tools Emu Video, Emu Edit https://techstartups.com/2023/11/17/meta-launches-free-ai-powered-video-editing-tools-emu-video-emu-edit/- Sam Altman's friends and foes: who's who in OpenAI drama https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/sam-altmans-friends-and-foes-whos-who-in-openai-drama/articleshow/105335252.cms- EXCLUSIVE: Here's what the 'perfect girlfriend' looks like in every US state: AI reimagines the ideal woman based on a survey of 2,000 men - so what does it say about where YOU live? https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-12759289/perfect-girlfriend-looks-like-state-AI.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Amazon is laying off several hundred employees working on Alexa https://www.engadget.com/amazon-is-laying-off-several-hundred-employees-working-on-alexa-190339189.html?src=rss- Frenzied speculation swirls after ousted OpenAI CEO Sam Altman teased breakthrough that pushed 'the frontier of discovery forward' - just ONE day before he was fired amid reports he was seeking investors for new AI chip venture https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12768133/OpenAI-CEO-Sam-Altman-teased-breakthrough-fired.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Musk threatens ‘thermonuclear lawsuit' as X ad boycott gathers pace https://www.politico.eu/article/elon-musk-threatens-thermonuclear-lawsuit-twitter-x-ad-boycott-media-matters/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Apple pulls its ads from X after Musk's antisemitic posts https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/17/23965928/apple-x-ads-elon-musk-antisemitic-posts- Sam Altman was fired as boss at ChatGPT firm OpenAI 'over board's fear he wasn't considering safety implications of new tech experts have warned could destroy the world' https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12764659/Sam-Altman-fired-boss-ChatGPT-firm-OpenAI-boards-fear-wasnt-considering-safety-implications-new-tech-experts-warned-destroy-world.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Parents' fears as frightening porn trend imported from the US threatens to sweep through Australian schools https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12763869/Parents-fears-frightening-porn-trend-threatens-Australian-schools.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- White House slams Elon Musk for supporting antisemitic post https://www.politico.com/news/2023/11/17/white-house-elon-musk-00127808?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Here is what the 'perfect girlfriend' looks like in every US state https://www.dailymail.co.uk/galleries/article-12763765/Here-perfect-girlfriend-looks-like-state.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- OpenAI board in discussions with Sam Altman to return as CEO https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/18/23967199/breaking-openai-board-in-discussions-with-sam-altman-to-return-as-ceo- What Sam Altman's Firing Means for the Future of OpenAI https://www.wired.com/story/sam-altman-firing-openai-future/- Sam Altman's Sudden Exit Sends Shockwaves Through OpenAI and Beyond https://www.wired.com/story/openai-sam-altman-ousted-what-happened/- Meta disbanded its Responsible AI team https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/18/23966980/meta-disbanded-responsible-ai-team-artificial-intelligence- ‘Earthquake' at ChatGPT developer as senior staff quit after sacking of boss Sam Altman https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/18/earthquake-at-chatgpt-developer-as-senior-staff-quit-after-sacking-of-boss-sam-altman- Sam Altman was 'shocked and saddened' after he was fired as CEO of OpenAI https://www.engadget.com/sam-altman-was-shocked-and-saddened-by-openais-decision-to-fire-him-051538582.html?src=rss- Sam Altman fired as CEO of OpenAI after board loses confidence, replaced by CTO Mira Murati https://techstartups.com/2023/11/18/sam-altman-fired-as-ceo-of-openai-after-board-loses-confidence-replaced-by-cto-mira-murati/- Apple, Disney and IBM to pause ads on X after antisemitic Elon Musk tweet https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/17/elon-musk-antisemitic-tweet-apple-pausing-ads- Sam Altman's ouster puts a new twist into OpenAI's complicated relationship with Microsoft https://www.geekwire.com/2023/sam-altmans-ouster-puts-a-new-twist-into-openais-complicated-relationship-with-microsoft/- Sam Altman and Greg Brockman are meeting with OpenAI execs now at HQ in ongoing talks over reinstatement https://www.engadget.com/sam-altman-and-greg-brockman-are-meeting-with-openai-execs-now-in-ongoing-talks-over-reinstatement-212124319.html?src=rss- Apple, Disney among brands reportedly pulling ads from X amid growing antisemitic content backlash https://www.engadget.com/apple-reportedly-pulls-ads-from-x-amid-a-growing-backlash-to-antisemitic-content-on-the-platform-205849759.html?src=rss- Apple, IBM, Lionsgate suspend ads on X after Elon Musk endorses anti-Semitic post https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/lionsgate-has-suspended-all-advertising-on-x-report/articleshow/105299901.cms- Meta Unveils Emu Video and Emu Edit: Pioneering Advances in Text-to-Video Generation and Precision Image Editing https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/11/18/meta-unveils-emu-video-and-emu-edit-pioneering-advances-in-text-to-video-generation-and-precision-image-editing/- 'Ridiculous' US lawsuit by Elon Musk's X Corp should be dismissed: hate speech watchdog https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/ridiculous-us-lawsuit-by-elon-musks-x-corp-should-be-dismissed-hate-speech-watchdog/articleshow/105298331.cms- White House condemns Musk for spreading 'hideous' antisemitic lies https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/white-house-condemns-musk-for-spreading-hideous-antisemitic-lies/articleshow/105298288.cms- Sam Altman was the trusted face of AI. His firm, though, is much more complex https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/19/sam-altman-was-the-trusted-face-of-ai-his-firm-though-is-much-more-complex- OpenAI ‘Optimistic' It Can Bring Back Sam Altman, Greg Brockman https://www.theinformation.com/articles/openai-optimistic-it-can-bring-back-sam-altman-greg-brockman- OpenAI's board is no match for investors' wrath https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/18/openais-board-is-no-match-for-investors-wrath/- Internal memo says Sam Altman's firing wasn't due to 'malfeasance' or OpenAI safety practices https://www.engadget.com/internal-memo-says-sam-altmans-firing-wasnt-due-to-malfeasance-or-openai-safety-practices-205156164.html?src=rss- India's PM Modi warns about deepfakes: ‘I watched a video in which I was doing garba dance' https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/india/modi-garba-deepfake-video-warning-b2449633.html- A timeline of Sam Altman's firing from OpenAI — and the fallout https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/18/a-timeline-of-sam-altmans-firing-from-openai-and-the-fallout/- Elon Musk May Have Just Signed X's Death Warrant https://www.wired.com/story/x-elon-musk-antisemitism-advertisers/- Disney, Lionsgate, IBM and More Pull Ads From X After Elon Musk's Antisemitic Remark https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/x-antisemitic-lionsgate-ibm-disney-1235798567/- Who Is Mira Murati, OpenAI's New Interim CEO? https://www.wired.com/story/openai-new-ceo-who-is-mira-murati/- White House tears into Elon Musk for his 'abhorrent promotion of Anti-Semitism', 'racist hate' and 'hideous lies' after he accused Jews of 'inciting hatred against whites' https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12762833/White-House-tears-Elon-Musk-abhorrent-promotion-Anti-Semitism-racist-hate-hideous-lies-accused-Jews-inciting-hatred-against-whites.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- France's Macron warns against 'punitive' AI regulation https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/frances-macron-warns-against-punitive-ai-regulation/articleshow/105297612.cms- Rows and rockets blow up as Elon Musk's firms endure turbulent weekend https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/19/rows-and-rockets-blow-up-as-elon-musks-firms-endure-turbulent-weekend- Founder vulnerability in technology ecosystem is worrying: Indian startup industry on Sam Altman's ouster from OpenAI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/founder-vulnerability-in-technology-ecosystem-is-worrying-indian-startup-industry-leaders/articleshow/105317331.cms- Tesla Investors Call for Elon Musk to Be Suspended https://gizmodo.com/tesla-investors-call-elon-musk-suspended-1851031830- OpenAI's Rivals Rush to Poach Staff After Altman Ouster https://www.theinformation.com/articles/openais-rivals-rush-to-poach-openai-staff-after-altman-ouster- Screens are good, actually https://www.theverge.com/23965540/humane-ai-pin-screen-phone-ambient-computing- Apple to pause advertising on X after Musk endorses antisemitic post https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/17/apple-to-pause-advertising-on-x-after-musk-endorses-antisemitic-conspiracy/- OpenAI investors push for return of ousted CEO Sam Altman https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/19/openai-investors-push-for-return-of-ousted-ceo-sam-altman-chatgpt- Backlash builds after Elon Musk called an antisemitic conspiracy theory the ‘actual truth' https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/17/elon-musk-x-antisemitic-conspiracy-theory-actual-truth/- Sam Altman was booted as boss of ChatGPT maker OpenAI over fears he was ignoring DANGERS of artificial intelligence that experts have warned could trigger an apocalypse https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12766475/Sam-Altman-booted-ceo-ChatGPT-OpenAI.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman QUITS as president of the ChatGPT maker in protest over board's coup to remove CEO Sam Altman https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12765355/OpenAI-ChatGPT-CEO-fired-Greg-Brockman-Sam-Altman.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Elon Musk to file ‘thermonuclear lawsuit' as advertisers desert X https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/18/elon-musk-to-file-thermonuclear-lawsuit-as-advertisers-desert-x- Sam Altman said to be discussing return to OpenAI with company's board https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/sam-altman-said-to-be-discussing-return-to-openai-with-companys-board/articleshow/105323157.cms- Elon Musk Says He's Suing Media Matters Over Reports That Found X/Twitter Ads Ran Next to Pro-Nazi, White-Pride Posts https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/elon-musk-suing-media-matters-advertising-x-twitter-ads-nazi-white-pride-1235798786/- Advertisers flee X as outcry grows over Elon Musk's endorsement of antisemitic post https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/advertisers-flee-x-as-outcry-grows-over-elon-musks-endorsement-of-antisemitic-post/articleshow/105303608.cms- Amazon layoffs: Hundreds laid off in its Alexa division https://apnews.com/article/amazon-alexa-job-cuts-generative-ai-9d5ca4fd9240a091657e6f7c4da870d9

Tech News: Fnality Raises, NVIDIA Unveils AI Supercomputer, and more.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 3:08


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeStay up-to-date with the latest tech news, including the $95 million raise by Fnality, NVIDIA's unveiling of a next-gen AI supercomputer, YouTube's approach to AI-generated content, and the ongoing tax investigations of tech giants. Plus, discover the cancellation of an Ai Weiwei exhibition, policy solutions for India's deepfake problem, and OpenAI's quest for AGI. Don't miss out on the latest tech updates! Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Goldman leads new funding for Fnality blockchain payments firm https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/goldman-leads-new-funding-for-fnality-blockchain-payments-firm/articleshow/105199194.cms- Defense & Aerospace Daily Podcast [Nov 13 , 23] Sam Bendett on Russia-Ukraine & Byron Callan's Week Ahead https://defaeroreport.com/2023/11/13/defense-aerospace-daily-podcast-nov-13-23-sam-bendett-on-russia-ukraine-byron-callans-week-ahead/- What Is Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), And Is It Already Among Us? https://techround.co.uk/guides/what-is-artificial-general-intelligence-agi-and-is-it-already-among-us/- Nvidia upgrades flagship chip to handle bigger AI systems https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/nvidia-upgrades-flagship-chip-to-handle-bigger-ai-systems/articleshow/105196631.cms- Google's expert in US antitrust trial defends billions paid to device makers https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/googles-expert-in-us-antitrust-trial-defends-billions-paid-to-device-makers/articleshow/105196599.cms- Razorpay's ‘reverse flip' to India may entail $300 million tax payment in US https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/razorpays-reunion-plan-with-us-parent-may-fetch-up-to-300-million-tax-bill/articleshow/105192702.cms- Income Tax lens on Google, Amazon & Apple for likely Rs 5,000 crore demand https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/income-tax-lens-on-google-amazon-apple-for-likely-rs-5000-crore-demand/articleshow/105192201.cms- IT Act needs stronger provisions to curb deepfake menace: Experts https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/it-act-needs-stronger-provisions-to-curb-deepfake-menace-experts/articleshow/105190697.cms- Reality check: How deepfake tech is reshaping advertising norms https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/reality-check-how-deepfake-tech-is-reshaping-advertising-norms/articleshow/105207631.cms- Trump's micro-blogging platform Truth Social loses $73 million since launch https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/trumps-micro-blogging-platform-truth-social-loses-73-mn-since-launch/articleshow/105207587.cms- Nvidia upgrades flagship chip to handle bigger AI systems https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/nvidia-upgrades-flagship-chip-to-handle-bigger-ai-systems/articleshow/105206818.cms- Russia fines Google 15 million roubles for refusing to localise data storage: report https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/russia-fines-google-15-million-roubles-for-refusing-to-localise-data-storage-report/articleshow/105205277.cms- Tokenized Cash Fintech Fnality Raises $95M Led by Goldman and BNP Paribas https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/11/14/tokenized-cash-fintech-fnality-raises-95m-led-by-goldman-and-bnp-paribas/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Elon Musk's X fails to pay Australian watchdog fine https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/musks-x-fails-to-pay-australian-watchdog-fine/articleshow/105204968.cms- WalkMe has a history of resorting to legal action against competitors, Whatfix CEO tells employees https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/walkme-has-a-history-of-resorting-to-legal-action-against-competitors-whatfix-ceo-tells-employees/articleshow/105204495.cms- Nvidia Steals AMD's Thunder; The Generative AI Startup Hoping to Making Accounting Exciting Again https://www.theinformation.com/articles/nvidia-steals-amds-thunder-the-generative-ai-startup-hoping-to-making-accounting-exciting-again- YouTube is going to start cracking down on AI clones of musicians https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/14/23959658/google-youtube-generative-ai-labels-music-copyright- Defense & Aerospace Daily Podcast [Nov 14, 23] RUSI's Dr. Jack Watling on Conflict in Ukraine and Gaza https://defaeroreport.com/2023/11/14/defense-aerospace-daily-podcast-nov-14-23-rusis-dr-jack-watling-on-conflict-in-ukraine-and-gaza/- YouTube will let musicians and actors request takedowns of their deepfakes https://www.engadget.com/youtube-will-let-musicians-and-actors-request-takedowns-of-their-deepfakes-131533866.html?src=rss- London-based Fnality International bags €89 million Series B to establish a global liquidity management ecosystem https://www.eu-startups.com/2023/11/london-based-fnality-international-bags-e89-million-series-b-to-establish-a-global-liquidity-management-ecosystem/- YouTube's New Policy on AI-Generated Content: The Era of Deepfake Music https://techround.co.uk/news/youtubes-new-policy-on-ai-generated-content-the-era-of-deepfake-music/- Ai Weiwei Says Lisson Gallery ‘Effectively Canceled' Show After Israel-Hamas War Tweet https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/ai-weiwei-lisson-gallery-canceled-show-israel-hamas-war-tweet-1234686670/- First Mover Americas: Goldman Leads Blockchain Firm Fnality Raise of $95M https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/11/14/first-mover-americas-goldman-leads-blockchain-firm-fnality-raise-of-95m/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- YouTube to offer option to flag AI-generated songs that mimic artists' voices https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/nov/14/youtube-to-offer-option-to-flag-ai-generated-songs-that-mimic-artists-voices- FTX Can Start Mediation, File Counterclaims in BlockFi Bankruptcy Case, Judge Rules https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/11/14/ftx-can-start-mediation-file-counterclaims-in-blockfi-bankruptcy-case-judge-rules/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- XRP Futures Traders Nurse $7M Loss as BlackRock ETF Rumor Causes Wild Price Swings https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/11/14/xrp-futures-traders-nurse-7m-loss-as-blackrock-etf-rumor-causes-wild-price-swings/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Fnality's tokenised cash innovation secures $95M in Series B led by Goldman Sachs and BNP Paribas https://techfundingnews.com/fnalitys-tokenised-cash-innovation-secures-95m-in-series-b-led-by-goldman-sachs-and-bnp-paribas/- ‘Magic Intelligence in the Sky': Sam Altman Has a Cute New Name for the Singularity https://gizmodo.com/sam-altman-openai-agi-board-decision-1851017018- NVIDIA's next generation of AI supercomputer chips is here https://www.engadget.com/nvidia-announces-its-next-generation-of-ai-supercomputer-chips-140004095.html?src=rss- Lisson Gallery puts Ai Weiwei London show on hold over Israel-Hamas war tweet https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2023/11/14/lisson-gallery-pulls-ai-weiwei-london-show-over-israel-hamas-war-tweet- Trump's Truth Social platform has lost $73m since launch, filing shows https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/nov/14/trump-truth-social-financial-losses

NY Indoor Farming Company Raises $85.4M

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 26:38


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss the latest news in tech and investment trends. One highlight is a New York indoor farming company which has raised an impressive $85.4M. Additionally, we discuss the growing importance of AI and machine learning and how investment trends may shift in the coming years. We also delve into the challenges of finding tech talent, the surge of startups, and the importance of software expertise. Finally, we take a look at exciting new developments in AI-driven factory automation and how startup founders can benefit from on-demand product management expertise. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- US-based May Mobility drives away with $105M to deploy its driverless tech to more cities https://techfundingnews.com/us-based-may-mobility-drives-away-with-105m-to-deploy-its-driverless-tech-to-more-cities/- ShareChat founders secure $3 million in funding for industrial robotics startup https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/sharechat-founders-secure-3-million-in-funding-for-industrial-robotics-startup/articleshow/105185535.cms- #NYCtech Week in Review: 11/5/23 – 11/11/23 https://www.alleywatch.com/2023/11/nyctech-week-in-review-11-5-23-11-11-23/- The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 11/13/23 https://www.alleywatch.com/2023/11/the-weekly-notable-startup-funding-report-11-13-23/- From the roaring twenties to the transformative 2020s: Six essential investment trends for 2024 https://www.eu-startups.com/2023/11/from-the-roaring-twenties-to-the-transformative-2020s-six-essential-investment-trends-for-2024/- Venture Deal Flow: Record Numbers Of Companies Seek Financing In Bifurcated Market https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/startup-deal-flow-ai-dry-powder-butler-thomvest/- Is The Secret to Startup Success Recruitment? https://techround.co.uk/startups/is-secret-startup-success-recruitment/- The Unseen IT Differentiator: Improved Digital Employee Experiences https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/11/13/the-unseen-it-differentiator-improved-digital-employee-experiences/- Maelior https://www.producthunt.com/posts/maelior- Global Entrepreneurs Week: a spotlight on disruptive technologies http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-global-entrepreneurs-week-spotlight-disruptive-technologies

Terminator adds Animated Series, EverLearns with AI, PolyID Revolutionizes Polymer Science.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2023 9:54


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss the latest news from the entertainment world with the expansion of the Terminator franchise through an animated series. We also examine how artificial intelligence is transforming the learning experience with EverLearns. Additionally, we explore the importance of combating the misuse of deepfakes with Bollywood star's efforts and the AI revolutionizing polymer science through PolyID. Tune in for all the latest tech and entertainment news. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- EverLearns https://www.producthunt.com/posts/everlearns-2- Terminator is Back, This Time as An Anime https://gizmodo.com/terminator-anime-netflix-reveal-geeked-week-1851014402- Netflix's Terminator anime gets the briefest of teasers https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/11/23956950/terminator-anime-teaser-netflix- Deepfakes reveal dark side of AI, call for stringent laws https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/deepfakes-reveal-dark-side-of-ai-call-for-stringent-laws/articleshow/105162615.cms- This AI Paper Introduces PolyID: Pioneering Machine Learning in the Discovery of High-Performance Biobased Polymers https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/11/11/this-ai-paper-introduces-polyid-pioneering-machine-learning-in-the-discovery-of-high-performance-biobased-polymers/

Former Apple Employees Launch AI Pin for Improved Productivity.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 28:46


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeFormer Apple employees have launched an AI pin that can help increase productivity by writing code and more. Meanwhile, SAG-AFTRA is protecting actors from AI threats, Indian startups have raised $167 million and Dubai has launched a $136 million VC fund. The podcast also discusses the expected startup fundraising frenzy of 2022, Deel's $400 million milestone in HR, OpenAI's $80 billion valuation luring Google's top AI talent, and the pioneering work of Fei-Fei Li in the field of AI. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- ETtech Deals Digest: Weekly funding up on year at $167 million, but dips sequentially https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/ettech-deals-digest-weekly-funding-up-on-year-at-167-million-but-dips-sequentially/articleshow/105126486.cms- Humane's AI Pin: all the news about the new AI-powered wearable https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/9/23954497/humane-ai-pin-wearable-news-announcements- Meet Humane's Ai Pin, a wearable that can replace smartphones https://techfundingnews.com/meet-humanes-ai-pin-a-wearable-that-can-replace-smartphones/- Dubai launches $136 million VC fund to finance tech startups https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/dubai-launches-136-million-vc-fund-to-finance-tech-startups/articleshow/105123257.cms- The Humane AI Pin Gets Its Big Reveal But We Still Have a Lot of Questions https://gizmodo.com/humane-ai-pin-artificial-intelligence-product-launch-1851007229- Goldman Sachs developing dozen generative AI projects: executive https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/goldman-sachs-developing-dozen-generative-ai-projects-executive/articleshow/105121856.cms- Why a Stampede of Startups Will Try to Raise in the First Quarter https://www.theinformation.com/articles/why-a-stampede-of-startups-will-try-to-raise-in-the-first-quarter- Deel Hits $400 million in Annual Recurring Revenue, as Rippling Rivalry Grows https://www.theinformation.com/articles/deel-hits-400-million-in-annual-recurring-revenue-as-rippling-rivalry-grows- A Practical Perspective: Does ChatGPT Really Think? https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/11/10/a-practical-perspective-does-chatgpt-really-think/- Former Apple Employees Launch a Wearable AI Pin with ChatGPT https://techround.co.uk/news/former-apple-employees-launch-a-wearable-ai-pin-with-chatgpt/- Generative AI still mostly experimental, say executives https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/generative-ai-still-mostly-experimental-say-executives/articleshow/105112120.cms- OpenAI investors see more startup opportunities despite ChatGPT expansion https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openai-investors-see-more-startup-opportunities-despite-chatgpt-expansion/articleshow/105110927.cms- Wearable 'Ai Pin' launched by Humane, backed by ex-Apple execs and Microsoft https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/wearable-ai-pin-launched-by-humane-backed-by-ex-apple-execs-and-microsoft/articleshow/105109779.cms- Hollywood strike ends – but actors' battle against AI may not be over https://www.newscientist.com/article/2402251-hollywood-strike-ends-but-actors-battle-against-ai-may-not-be-over/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home- OpenAI's New Tack in Talent War With Google: Promising Recruits a Quick Stock Bump https://www.theinformation.com/articles/openais-new-tack-in-talent-war-with-google-promising-recruits-a-quick-stock-bump- Fei-Fei Li Started an AI Revolution By Seeing Like an Algorithm https://www.wired.com/story/plaintext-fei-fei-li-ai-revolution-seeing-imagenet-algorithm/- Tech Disrupted Hollywood. AI Almost Destroyed It https://www.wired.com/story/hollywood-actors-strike-ai-future-distruption/- The Morning After: Humane's Ai Pin wearable costs $699 and ships in early 2024 https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-humanes-ai-pin-wearable-costs-699-and-ships-in-early-2024-121529700.html?src=rss- Reconciling the Generative AI Paradox: Divergent Paths of Human and Machine Intelligence in Generation and Understanding https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/11/10/reconciling-the-generative-ai-paradox-divergent-paths-of-human-and-machine-intelligence-in-generation-and-understanding/- Humane's Ai Pin costs $699 and ships in early 2024, which is about all we know for certain https://www.engadget.com/humanes-ai-pin-costs-699-and-ships-in-early-2024-which-is-about-all-we-know-for-certain-181048809.html?src=rss

Daily Tech News Roundup

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 29:49


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode of the Daily Tech News Roundup, we cover a range of topics including WeWork's bankruptcy, the role of AI in workforce efficiency, Snap Inc's user base in India, the turnaround of the fintech industry, Chinese VC firms investing in US AI startups, the success of Seattle's startup-saving firm, the Cambridge-based Bison Ventures investing in deep tech startups, the phenomenon of unicorn valuations, and the thriving NYC startup scene with over $933M in investment. Tune in for the latest in tech news and trends. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Explained: Why WeWork failed, and what is next https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/explained-why-wework-failed-and-what-is-next/articleshow/105048694.cms- Former investors from Bill Gates' investment office launch $135M Seattle-based ‘deep tech' fund https://www.geekwire.com/2023/former-investors-from-bill-gates-investment-office-launch-135m-seattle-based-deep-tech-fund/- It's been a long time since we've seen such positive signals in fintech https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/08/its-been-a-long-time-since-weve-seen-such-positive-signals-in-fintech/- WeWork seeks permission to begin canceling leases in bankruptcy https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/wework-seeks-permission-to-begin-canceling-leases-in-bankruptcy/articleshow/105075917.cms- The AlleyWatch October 2023 New York Venture Capital Funding Report https://www.alleywatch.com/2023/11/new-york-venture-capital-october-2023/- 10 years on, Aileen Lee explains why focusing on unicorn valuations makes sense https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/08/aileen-lee-unicorns-interview/- In India, 200 million users is a relatively small number; we have room to grow: Snap cofounder Evan Spiegel https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/in-india-200-million-users-is-a-relatively-small-number-we-have-room-to-grow-snap-cofounder-evan-spiegel/articleshow/105047868.cms

WeWork declares bankruptcy; investment firms partner with creative agencies.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 26:08


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeThis podcast episode covers major news in the world of business, including WeWork's filing for Chapter 11 and investment firms partnering with creative agencies. The hosts discuss the future of flexible work, the thriving food and beverage startup industry, the launch of Gresham House's private equity fund, notable investments in Daytona, the importance of founders' backgrounds, and Yuval Harari's insights on biotech and info tech challenges. Plus, learn about Yellow, a new venture capital firm investing in Southern Europe. Don't miss this insightful episode for the latest updates on the business landscape. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Yellow, a new VC firm from Glovo founders and Atomico investor, is betting on Southern Europe https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/07/yellow-a-new-vc-firm-from-glovo-founders-and-atomico-investor-is-betting-on-southern-europe/- WeWork Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy https://variety.com/2023/biz/global/wework-files-chapter-11-bankruptcy-1235782167/- Gresham House unveils institutional private equity fund for UK growth firms http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-gresham-house-unveils-institutional-private-equity-fund-uk-growth-firms- Seeking investment? VCs say that there's one element of a pitch that founders often overlook http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-seeking-investment-vcs-say-theres-one-element-pitch-founders-often-overlook- Daytona Secures $2M to Fill Enterprise Void http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-daytona-secures-2m-fill-enterprise-void- The WeWork soap opera's latest episode includes filing for bankruptcy https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/6/23948568/wework-bankruptcy-filing-chapter-11

Global Venture Funding Drops 24%

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 25:15


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we delve into the news that global venture funding has dropped by 24%, and what this means for startups and investors. We also speak with Brice Dondelinger, a startup founder turned funding expert, as well as CEOs discussing balancing profitability and growth. Plus, insights on streamlining venture capital, IP strategy for robotics startups, and an impressive return on investment success story. Tune in for this essential roundup of the latest in tech and innovation news. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- In Mamaearth, Peak XV finds its fourth 10x return since Sequoia separation https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/05/in-mamaearth-peak-xv-finds-its-fourth-10x-return-in-six-months/- Alibaba.com launches research report into Europe's SME export landscape http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-alibabacom-launches-research-report-europes-sme-export-landscape- Unicron verses reality: A Q&A with Brice Dondelinger http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-unicron-verses-reality-qa-brice-dondelinger- NotionVC.com https://www.producthunt.com/posts/notionvc-com- Emerging tech unicorns must adopt right IP strategy to remain competitive http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-emerging-tech-unicorns-must-adopt-right-ip-strategy-remain-competitive- Everything's about profitability at ET Soonicorns Summit https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/everythings-about-profitability-at-et-soonicorns-summit/articleshow/104991912.cms- Global Venture Funding In October Dips Below 2023 Average https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/global-vc-startup-funding-october-2023-monthly-report-data/- Lidl owner co-leads $500mn deal to fuel German AI start-up https://www.ft.com/content/cf3a1cd8-64ef-4002-add6-3342ba9facff- Ecommerce startup Udaan to trim costs ahead of 2025 IPO https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/ecommerce-startup-udaan-to-trim-costs-ahead-of-2025-ipo/articleshow/105000037.cms

Autonomous Driving Funding and Smart Hiring Strategies

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 4:29


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this podcast episode, we explore the current state of Autonomous Driving Funding as it hits a low while sharing insights on implementing Smart Hiring strategies to avoid future layoffs. Tune in to learn how to navigate the challenging funding landscape while ensuring your company's growth and profitability. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- How To Hire While Avoiding Future Layoffs https://news.crunchbase.com/layoffs/hiring-prevent-tech-layoffs-alisa-cohn/- Autonomous Vehicle Funding Stuck In Neutral https://news.crunchbase.com/transportation/autonomous-vehicle-startups-vc-funding/

Global Leaders Unite for AI Safety and Other Tech News.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 24:26


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss key tech news stories, including global efforts around AI safety, warnings about the theft of technology, and the endless possibilities – and risks – of AI. We also cover recent shake-ups in the world of venture capital, the legacy of The Beatles, and new initiatives to democratize cryptocurrency trading. Plus, we explore how a rapidly expanding Indian tech market is driving collaboration and innovation. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- ‘Existential to who?' US VP Kamala Harris urges focus on near-term AI risks https://www.politico.eu/article/existential-to-who-us-vp-kamala-harris-urges-focus-on-near-term-ai-risks/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- British PM Rishi Sunak secures ‘landmark' deal on AI testing https://www.politico.eu/article/british-pm-rishi-sunak-secures-landmark-deal-on-ai-testing/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Rishi Sunak says tech giants 'can't mark their own homework' on Artificial Intelligence as he praises Elon Musk for warning about its 'risks' ahead of his talks with billionaire (but PM denies he's lining up a post-No10 career) https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12699017/Rishi-Sunak-says-tech-giants-mark-homework-Artificial-Intelligence-praises-Elon-Musk-warning-risks-ahead-talks-billionaire-PM-denies-hes-lining-post-No10-career.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- The Bletchley Declaration: 29 countries form coalition to tackle risks of advanced AI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/the-bletchley-declaration-29-countries-form-coalition-to-tackle-risks-of-advanced-ai/articleshow/104909094.cms- Decoding AI: Rishi Sunak's call for action https://www.politico.eu/podcast/decoding-ai-rishi-sunaks-call-for-action/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Kamala Harris seizes agenda as Rishi Sunak's AI summit kicks off https://www.politico.eu/article/us-vp-kamala-harris-seizes-agenda-as-rishi-sunaks-ai-summit-kicks-off/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- What to expect from AI Safety Summit today as science secretary warns of Terminator-style ‘loss of control' https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/ai-safety-summit-sunak-elon-musk-b2440259.html

Biden orders AI safety measures; Algorithmic Accountability Act passes House

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 26:29


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss the latest developments in the AI industry, including President Biden's executive order to address AI safety and security, the Algorithmic Accountability Act that mandates impact assessments on AI systems, and JSW Ventures' 57% internal rate of return on its investment in beauty retailer Purplle. We also cover Skyroot Aerospace's recent funding round and its plans for small satellite launch vehicles. Tune in for the latest news and insights in the world of AI. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Korea Investment Partners closes $60M Southeast Asia fund https://techfundingnews.com/korea-investment-partners-closes-60m-southeast-asia-fund/- What You Missed From Our WTF Conference; Biden's AI Executive Order Unveiled https://www.theinformation.com/articles/what-you-missed-from-our-wtf-conference-bidens-ai-executive-order-unveiled- AI Summit a ‘moment of critical importance' for UK http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-ai-summit-moment-critical-importance-uk- GW Experts Available: Biden Administration Unveils Highly-Anticipated Executive Order on AI http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/801677/?sc=rsla- Democratizing AI With a Codeless Solution https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/30/democratizing-ai-with-a-codeless-solution/- Biden looks to get jump on AI with sweeping executive order https://www.cbsnews.com/news/biden-ai-artificial-intelligence-executive-order/- Biden releases AI executive order directing agencies to develop safety guidelines https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/30/23914507/biden-ai-executive-order-regulation-standards- Biden issues executive order to ensure responsible AI development https://www.artificialintelligence-news.com/2023/10/30/biden-issues-executive-order-responsible-ai-development/- Joe Biden's Sweeping New Executive Order Aims to Drag the US Government Into the Age of ChatGPT https://www.wired.com/story/joe-bidens-executive-order-ai-us-government-chatgpt/- Q+A: Woman claims she was discriminated against by AI technology and had to get her white boyfriend to help her https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12688549/Q-Woman-claims-discriminated-against-AI-technology-white-boyfriend-help-her.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Biden's Sweeping AI Executive Order Calls for Standards to ‘Mitigate Harms' to Workers Posed by Artificial-Intelligence Tech https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/biden-white-house-ai-executive-order-1235772868/- Sweeping White House executive order takes aim at AI's toughest challenges https://www.engadget.com/sweeping-white-house-ai-executive-order-takes-aim-at-the-technologys-toughest-challenges-090008655.html?src=rss- 3 Keys To Longevity In The Startup World https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/30/3-keys-to-longevity-in-the-startup-world/- Ranjan Pai invests in beauty etailer Purplle; Skyroot gets Temasek boost https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/tech-top-5/manipal-group-invests-in-purplle-skyroot-raises-27-million-from-temasek-others/articleshow/104829112.cms

Digit robot introduced, nuclear fusion funding, AI national security concerns.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2023 26:14


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss the latest technological developments affecting various industries. We cover the introduction of a new bipedal humanoid robot, Digit, designed to interact with humans, as well as the recent funding raising in the nuclear fusion industry to build commercial power plants. Additionally, there are growing concerns about AI's potential dangers for national security, and we explore these concerns by examining the need for Britain to develop a sovereign AI capability to rival OpenAI's ChatGPT. Finally, we reveal exciting news about a secretive collaboration between OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and former Apple Chief Design Officer Jony Ive, resulting in an AI-powered wearable assistant. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Reston's Consulting Renaissance: A Close-Up on 15 Leading Firms Transforming Business Landscapes https://beststartup.us/restons-consulting-renaissance-a-close-up-on-15-leading-firms-transforming-business-landscapes/- Generative AI's Energy Problem Today is Foundational https://spectrum.ieee.org/ai-energy-consumption- AI chief urges Britain to build a rival to ChatGPT for UK's security services - after Rishi Sunak warned containing artificial intelligence should be a global priority alongside pandemics and nuclear war https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12685799/AI-chief-urges-Britain-build-rival-ChatGPT-UKs-security-services-Rishi-Sunak-warned-containing-artificial-intelligence-global-priority-alongside-pandemics-nuclear-war.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Week in Review: Most popular stories on GeekWire for the week of Oct. 22, 2023 https://www.geekwire.com/2023/geekwire-weekly-roundup-2023-10-22/

Mass Job Cuts at Tech Companies Drive Today's News

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2023 20:59


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we cover the latest tech industry news including mass job cuts at major companies like Amazon, Google, and Meta. We also discuss the recent success of electric vehicles at the Rebelle Rally and a new platform called I Own My Data, which allows users to manage and store their personal data securely. Additionally, we explore a partnership between Navan and Citi to streamline expense tracking and reimbursement workflows for Citi Commercial cardholders. Tune in for all the details. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Humane's Ai Pin could cost $1,000 — and require a subscription https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/27/23935644/humane-ai-pin-price-subscription- Amidst a funding winter, large startups show healthier balance sheets; and other tech stories this week https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/ettech-unwrapped/amidst-a-funding-winter-large-startups-show-healthier-balance-sheets-and-other-tech-stories-this-week/articleshow/104764315.cms- Meet GPT-4V-Act: A Multimodal AI Assistant that Harmoniously Combines GPT-4V(ision) with a Web Browser https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/27/meet-gpt-4v-act-a-multimodal-ai-assistant-that-harmoniously-combines-gpt-4vision-with-a-web-browser/- Revolutionizing Data Processing with ‘Smart Fill': Google Sheets' AI-Powered Solution https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/28/revolutionizing-data-processing-with-smart-fill-google-sheets-ai-powered-solution/

UK government warns of AI misuse; UN forms advisory body

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 24:56


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss the UK government's new report on the potential misuse of AI, highlighting the need for regulation and the establishment of an AI Safety Institute. We also explore the debate over China's involvement in an AI summit at Bletchley Park and the UK's newly formed AI Advisory Body by the United Nations. Additionally, we examine the vulnerability of AI language models to scams and a survey revealing the lack of awareness surrounding the widespread use of AI in daily life. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Navigating The Risky Terrain Of AI Assistants: A Critical Perspective https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/27/navigating-the-risky-terrain-of-ai-assistants-a-critical-perspective/- Rishi Sunak warned China could send 'very nasty, dodgy people' to Britain for next week's AI summit - as Cabinet minister insists it's not 'embarrassing' that US, German, French and Canadian leaders might stay away https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12679519/Rishi-Sunak-warned-China-send-nasty-dodgy-people-Britain-weeks-AI-summit-Cabinet-minister-insists-not-embarrassing-German-French-Canadian-leaders-stay-away.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Revealed: The surprising ways you're ALREADY using AI in your day-to-day life https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-12679351/The-surprising-ways-youre-using-AI-day-day-life.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- To Sunak's resc-EU! Von der Leyen will attend AI summit as snubs pile up https://www.politico.eu/article/resc-eu-ursula-von-der-leyen-likely-attend-sunak-ai-summit-snubs-pile-up/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Meet The New AI Unicorns Of 2023 https://news.crunchbase.com/ai/new-ai-unicorns-2023-list-llm-platforms-cohere/- How To Defend Against Malicious LLM Cyberattacks https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/27/how-to-defend-against-malicious-llm-cyberattacks/- Liz Truss urges PM to rescind China's invite to next week's AI summit as she blasts Beijing's 'cavalier attitude' to international rules - but Rishi Sunak insists West must 'engage' with Asian giant on new tech https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12675989/Liz-Truss-urges-PM-rescind-Chinas-invite-weeks-AI-summit-blasts-Beijings-cavalier-attitude-international-rules-Rishi-Sunak-insists-West-engage-Asian-giant-new-tech.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Human extinction risk from AI on same scale as pandemics or nuclear war, Sunak warns https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/ai-sunak-weapon-war-uk-b2436000.html- The UN Wants to Figure Out Just How Dangerous AI Is https://gizmodo.com/un-wants-figure-out-just-how-dangerous-ai-is-1850966058- The odds are against Rishi Sunak's AI summit. He might just pull it off https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-odds-are-against-rishi-sunak-ai-summit-might-just-pull-it-off/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Gannett denies that its marketing partner used artificial intelligence for its shopping website https://apnews.com/article/gannett-artificial-intelligence-reviewed-4fe6da583217293f8fa2bd5d0b74d285- The realism of AI language models such as ChatGPT could create a wave of convincing scams, consumer group warns https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12678223/The-realism-AI-language-models-ChatGPT-create-wave-convincing-scams-consumer-group-warns.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- OpenAI, Google and an “digital anthropologist”: the UN forms a high level board to explore AI governance https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/27/openai-google-and-an-digital-anthropologist-the-un-forms-a-high-level-board-to-explore-ai-governance/- QUENTIN LETTS: Sunak's gaze was framed by begging-dog eyebrows as he told how AI could herald mankind's obliteration https://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-12677181/QUENTIN-LETTS-Sunaks-gaze-framed-begging-dog-eyebrows-told-AI-herald-mankinds-obliteration.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Is my co-worker AI? Bizarre product reviews leave Gannett staff wondering https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/26/23931530/gannett-ai-product-reviews-site-reviewed-union-newsguild

UK government, Google, Adobe, and Microsoft tackle AI risks and misinformation.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 27:33


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeOn this episode, we discuss the efforts of the UK government, Google, Adobe, and Microsoft to tackle the risks and threats posed by AI, as well as combat misinformation using innovative solutions such as About this image tool and crowdsourced fact-checking. Additionally, Microsoft plans to launch AI-powered services for its 365 offering to meet the growing demand for AI-driven cloud spending from big clients. Tune in for the latest developments in the AI industry. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Sunak defies Tory critics as he defends decision to invite China to flagship AI summit https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/rishi-sunak-china-ai-summit-b2436414.html- Why 42 states came together to sue Meta over kids' mental health https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/25/meta-attorneys-general-state-joint-lawsuit-children/- UK summit scales back global AI research ambitions, leaked document shows https://www.politico.eu/article/document-uk-summit-scales-back-global-ai-research-ambitions/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Google's Latest Updates Helps Root Out AI Deepfakes https://gizmodo.com/googles-latest-updates-helps-root-out-ai-deepfakes-1850959360- Google announces tools to help users fact check images https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/25/google-launches-tools-to-help-users-fact-check-images/- Rishi Sunak lays out vision for new global AI safety bodies https://www.politico.eu/article/rishi-sunak-vision-global-ai-safety-institute/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- Google's Insights: ‘About this Image' Tool and the New Android App Rules Revealed https://wethegeek.com/googles-insights-about-this-image-tool-and-the-new-android-app-rules/- Google will require Android apps to better moderate AI-generated content https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/25/23931732/android-generative-ai-rules-app-developer-policy-google- Google Search can now help verify an image's origins https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/25/23931384/google-about-this-image-context-sources-fact-checking- Augmented Human: How Generative AI Can Be An Extension Of Ourselves https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/26/augmented-human-how-generative-ai-can-be-an-extension-of-ourselves/- Amazon's new generative AI tool lets advertisers enhance product images https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/25/amazons-new-generative-ai-tool-lets-advertisers-enhance-product-images/

Microsoft and Google Drive Growth Despite Challenges.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 30:15


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss how Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella plans to drive future growth by focusing on gaming, developer tools, and proprietary software. Google also reports strong Q3 results, while Microsoft's Azure drives revenue growth as AI becomes more integral to its tech stack. Additionally, we cover SiFive's strategic refocusing effort, which includes laying off 20% of its staff as an open-source Arm competitor. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Wednesday briefing: Inside the battle to contain – and capitalise on – artificial intelligence https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/oct/25/wednesday-briefing-first-edition-artificial-intelligence-ai-summit-bletchley-park-rishi-sunak- Alphabet and Microsoft see earnings rise on AI-infused cloud https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/alphabet-and-microsoft-see-earnings-rise-on-ai-infused-cloud/articleshow/104685316.cms- Technology briefing: sensors – the invisible heroes of the modern world http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-technology-briefing-sensors-invisible-heroes-modern-world- Microsoft's AI investment stabilizes its cloud business https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/microsofts-ai-investment-stabilizes-its-cloud-business/articleshow/104683971.cms- Google is actively looking to insert different types of ads in its generative AI search https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/25/google-is-actively-looking-to-insert-different-types-of-ads-in-its-generative-ai-search/- Qualcomm claims its Snapdragon X Elite processor will beat Apple, Intel, and AMD https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/24/23930366/qualcomm-snapdragon-x-elite-processor-availability-release-date- Investors Have Stopped Feeding The Supply Chain https://news.crunchbase.com/transportation/supply-chain-funding-falls-2023/- The Ethical Frontiers of Generative AI: Introduction and Importance https://www.analyticsvidhya.com/blog/2023/10/the-ethical-frontiers-of-generative-ai-introduction-and-importance/- The next great global shock is likely to be caused by AI and other runaway technology, deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden warns ahead of UK tech summit https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12668737/The-great-global-shock-likely-caused-AI-runaway-technology-deputy-Prime-Minister-Oliver-Dowden-warns-ahead-UK-tech-summit.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Open source Arm competitor SiFive lays off 20% of staff https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/open-source-arm-competitor-sifive-lays-off-20-of-staff/articleshow/104687195.cms- GenAI And Child Safety: Tech Leaders' Role In Protecting Against Plagiarism And Cyberbullying https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/25/genai-and-child-safety-tech-leaders-role-in-protecting-against-plagiarism-and-cyberbullying/- Google is ready to fill its AI searches with ads https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/24/23929496/google-alphabet-q3-2023-earnings-ads-ai-sge- Qualcomm unveils new PC laptop chip with AI features for 2024 https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/qualcomm-unveils-new-pc-laptop-chip-with-ai-features-for-2024/articleshow/104686953.cms

EU introduces comprehensive AI regulation with emphasis on accountability.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 25:48


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss the world's first comprehensive AI regulation, the EU AI Act, which emphasizes accountability, transparency, and data protection. We explore the controversies surrounding the use of live facial recognition technology and the removal of the technology from the regulation. Additionally, we discuss the warnings from top AI executives about the risks of AI and the need for active shaping and regulation to ensure safe and beneficial AI development. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- London stands tall: insights into global venture capital ecosystems http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-london-stands-tall-insights-global-venture-capital-ecosystems- In the wake of Dash's closure due to fraud, 5 investors talk due diligence in Africa https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/24/in-the-wake-of-dashs-closure-due-to-fraud-5-investors-talk-due-diligence-in-africa/- EU may fail to pass its AI Act in 2023 https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/23/23929273/eu-ai-act-generative-regulation-models

UN Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza Amid Trauma and Censorship Concerns

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2023 30:21


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss the recent call for a ceasefire in Gaza by the UN Secretary-General, as well as concerns about censorship and cancellation of pro-Palestinian views in the US. We also cover the traumatic impact on Gazan children after two weeks of intense bombardment and the conflicted views of executives in Israel's tech community on the ongoing violence. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Is Plaid's potential IPO a sign of fintech turning a corner? https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/22/is-plaids-potential-ipo-a-sign-of-fintech-turning-a-corner/- ChatPDF https://www.producthunt.com/posts/chatpdf-3- Qatar's Hamas Ties Could Thwart $475 Billion Investing Ambition https://www.theinformation.com/articles/qatars-hamas-ties-could-thwart-475-billion-investing-ambition- Military spokesman says Israel plans to increase strikes on Gaza https://www.cbsnews.com/news/israel-plans-to-increase-strikes-on-gaza-military-spokesman-says/- Hackers leak more 23andMe data, X cracks down on porn and Andreessen writes a manifesto https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/21/hackers-leak-more-23andme-data-x-cracks-down-on-porn-and-andreessen-writes-a-manifesto/- Israelis feel abandoned by Netanyahu after October 7 https://www.vox.com/world-politics/2023/10/21/23926304/israeli-hamas-war-netanyahu-opinion- SpaceX aims for 12 launches a month as it eyes satellite-based phone service https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/spacex-aims-for-12-launches-a-month-as-it-eyes-satellite-based-phone-service/articleshow/104621633.cms- ChatDOC - GPT for any file https://www.producthunt.com/posts/chatdoc-gpt-for-any-file

NY Attorney General sues cryptocurrency companies for $1B fraud.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 28:54


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss the New York Attorney General's lawsuit against cryptocurrency companies Gemini Trust, Genesis Global Capital, and Digital Currency Group for defrauding investors of over $1 billion. We also cover concerns raised by Gemini about undersecured loans, the cancellation of Jon Stewart's show over disagreement about topics like A.I. and China, and the rising US Treasury bond yield. Tune in to stay updated on the latest news from the tech world. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Microsoft Researchers Propose DeepSpeed-VisualChat: A Leap Forward in Scalable Multi-Modal Language Model Training https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/20/microsoft-researchers-propose-deepspeed-visualchat-a-leap-forward-in-scalable-multi-modal-language-model-training/- AI Watch: Weekly Updates for the Latest in Generative AI News https://www.adweek.com/programmatic/ai-watch-weekly-updates-for-the-latest-in-generative-ai-news-2/- Jon Stewart's ‘The Problem' Not Returning for Season 3 at Apple TV+ https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/jon-stewart-the-problem-canceled-season-3-apple-tv-1235762554/- Jon Stewart's Apple TV+ show reportedly ends following clash over AI and China https://www.engadget.com/jon-stewarts-apple-tv-show-reportedly-ends-following-clash-over-ai-and-china-080117666.html?src=rss- Gemini, DCG sued by New York for allegedly bilking crypto investors https://www.cbsnews.com/news/crypto-firms-gemini-dcg-sued-bilking-investors-of-1-1-billion/- Gemini, Genesis, DCG Sued by New York AG for Allegedly Defrauding Investors of $1B https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/10/19/gemini-genesis-and-dcg-sued-by-new-york-attorney-for-defrauding-investors/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- DCG, Genesis Were the ‘Adults in the Room' but Didn't Behave Like It https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-magazine/2023/10/19/dcg-genesis-were-the-adults-in-the-room-but-didnt-behave-like-it/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Bitcoin Eyes $29K, Defying Fresh Crypto Lawsuit, Rate Fears; XRP Jumps 6% as SEC Drops Charges https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/10/19/bitcoin-eyes-29k-defying-fresh-crypto-lawsuit-rate-fears/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Byju's plans a PE lesson for Aakash; inside Udaan's funding https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/morning-dispatch/byjus-plans-a-pe-lesson-for-aakash-inside-udaans-funding/articleshow/104567805.cms- UK's Prudential may lead Udaan downround; below $2 billion value seen https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/uks-prudential-may-lead-udaan-downround-below-2-billion-value-seen/articleshow/104563336.cms- Byju's taps private equity funds to prepare for Aakash sale https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/byjus-taps-private-equity-funds-to-prepare-for-aakash-sale/articleshow/104563918.cms

FTX's Former CEO on Trial for Fraud, Amazon Teams Up with MIT for Robot Study

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 23:41


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeFormer FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried is on trial for conspiracy and fraud charges, with a likely guilty verdict based on evidence presented so far. Meanwhile, Amazon and MIT are collaborating on a study of human-robot interaction and developing robots that work collaboratively with humans. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Judge Kaplan's Ire Hits All Lawyers in the Sam Bankman-Fried Case https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/10/19/judge-kaplans-ire-hits-all-lawyers-in-the-sam-bankman-fried-case/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- X, formerly Twitter, tests charging new users $1 a year to use basic features https://www.cbsnews.com/news/x-twitter-1-dollar-yearly-fee-elon-musk/- Coinbase selects Ireland as its European crypto hub https://cointelegraph.com/news/coinbase-ireland-europe-mica- ‘Oh, Yes': Accounting Prof Says Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX Definitely Mishandled Customers' Money https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/10/18/sbf-trial-a-witness-contrasts-sam-bankman-frieds-house-testimony-with-ftxs-dangerous-secrets/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Bitcoin Holds $28K as Stocks Buckle Under Interest Rate Concerns https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/10/18/bitcoin-holds-28k-as-stocks-buckle-under-interest-rate-concerns/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Startup Funding, Robot Learning, Logo Design, and AI Development.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 17:01


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeJoin us as we explore the latest innovations in the startup funding, robot learning, logo design, and AI development sectors. From Exitfund's streamlined fundraising platform to RoboHive's software for embodied AI, Segmind's generative AI platform for logo design, and Microsoft Azure AI's self-refinancing multimodal AI framework for image development and design – we've got you covered. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the latest trends in technology and entrepreneurship. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Empowering Logo Design with Segmind's Generative AI https://www.analyticsvidhya.com/blog/2023/10/empowering-logo-design-with-segminds-generative-ai/- American Federation of Teachers partners with AI detector GPTZero https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gptzero-ai-detector/- Mela Ventures ropes in former Mphasis executive Viju George as partner https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/information-tech/mela-ventures-ropes-in-former-mphasis-executive-viju-george-as-partner/articleshow/104514963.cms- Exitfund https://www.producthunt.com/posts/exitfund- Five Eyes intelligence chiefs warn on China's 'theft' of intellectual property https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/five-eyes-intelligence-chiefs-warn-on-chinas-theft-of-intellectual-property/articleshow/104514718.cms- This AI Research Presents RoboHive: A Comprehensive Software Platform and Ecosystem for Research in the Field of Robot Learning and Embodied Artificial Intelligence https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/18/this-ai-research-presents-robohive-a-comprehensive-software-platform-and-ecosystem-for-research-in-the-field-of-robot-learning-and-embodied-artificial-intelligence/- Microsoft Azure AI Introduces Idea2Img: A Self-Refinancing Multimodal AI Framework For The Development And Design Of Images Automatically https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/17/microsoft-azure-ai-introduces-idea2img-a-self-refinancing-multimodal-ai-framework-for-the-development-and-design-of-images-automatically/

Advancements in AI: Baidu releases ERNIE 4.0, Google develops Bard.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 16:34


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss two major advancements in artificial intelligence: Baidu's release of ERNIE 4.0, an advanced chatbot, and Google's development of Bard, a language model designed to automate coding and enhance Google Assistant. We also explore the increasing use of AI in marketing and predict that GenAI, a tool for generating new content, will have a significant impact on businesses in the coming months. Tune in to learn more about the latest trends in AI. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Biden Admin Adds New Rules to Keep American AI Chips Out of China https://gizmodo.com/biden-admin-adds-rules-keep-american-ai-chips-out-china-1850933522- Build a RAG Pipeline With the LLama Index https://www.analyticsvidhya.com/blog/2023/10/rag-pipeline-with-the-llama-index/- The US Just Escalated Its AI Chip War With China https://www.wired.com/story/the-us-just-escalated-its-ai-chip-war-with-china/- Chinese search engine company Baidu unveils Ernie 4.0 AI model, claims that it rivals GPT-4 https://techxplore.com/news/2023-10-chinese-company-baidu-unveils-ernie.html- Baidu's CEO says its ERNIE AI 'is not inferior in any aspect to GPT-4' https://www.engadget.com/baidus-ceo-says-its-ernie-ai-is-not-inferior-in-any-aspect-to-gpt-4-162333722.html?src=rss- BSI: Closing ‘AI confidence gap' key to unlocking benefits https://www.artificialintelligence-news.com/2023/10/17/bsi-closing-ai-confidence-gap-key-unlocking-benefits/- Baidu unveils Ernie 4.0 AI system, says overall performance ‘on par with ChatGPT' https://cointelegraph.com/news/baidu-unveils-ernie-4-0-ai-system-overall-performance-par-chat-gpt- Hiive, which offers a marketplace to buy and sell shares of private tech companies, lands $4.2M https://www.geekwire.com/2023/hiive-which-offers-a-marketplace-to-buy-and-sell-shares-of-private-tech-companies-lands-4-2m/- Unlocking The Potential Of AI And Data Analytics For Digital Advertising https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/17/unlocking-the-potential-of-ai-and-data-analytics-for-digital-advertising/- Most companies already using AI in marketing campaigns http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-most-companies-already-using-ai-marketing-campaigns- Which Ethical Implications Of Generative AI Should Companies Focus On? https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/17/which-ethical-implications-of-generative-ai-should-companies-focus-on/- Why The Future Of Generative AI Lies In A Company's Own Data https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/17/why-the-future-of-generative-ai-lies-in-a-companys-own-data/- Google's ‘Wartime' Urgency to Chase ChatGPT Shakes Up Culture https://www.theinformation.com/articles/googles-wartime-urgency-to-chase-chatgpt-shakes-up-culture- What to Know About The Information's 50 Most Promising Startups https://www.theinformation.com/articles/what-to-know-about-the-informations-50-most-promising-startups- How To Develop A Plan For Bringing Generative AI Into Your Business https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/17/how-to-develop-a-plan-for-bringing-generative-ai-into-your-business/

Tighter rules on UPI payments, new £100M fund for north UK startups.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 14:07


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this week's tech news roundup, we discuss the Indian government's plans to tighten rules on UPI payments to combat illegal gambling and betting, Edinburgh-based VC firm Par Equity's £100 million fund for early-stage startups in the north of the UK, the potential disappointment for investors in GPU resellers as the market becomes saturated, and high-profile tech executives on the job market with valuable skills and insights. Tune in for all the details. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Insurtech startup BimaKavach gets IRDAI licence for corporate insurance https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/insurtech-startup-bimakavach-gets-irdai-licence-for-corporate-insurance/articleshow/104465616.cms- A big comeback likely at Byju's Aakash; TCS chief on growth outlook https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/morning-dispatch/a-big-comeback-likely-at-byjus-aakash-tcs-chief-on-growth-outlook/articleshow/104452262.cms- Centre planning to raise odds against illegal betting companies https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/centre-planning-to-raise-odds-against-illegal-betting-companies/articleshow/104448674.cms- On the Market: Executives With Experience at Amazon, Disney, Meta, TikTok https://www.theinformation.com/articles/on-the-market-executives-with-experience-at-amazon-disney-meta-tiktok

Global challenges for IT companies impact employment and semiconductors; violence in Gaza disrupts tech infrastructure.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2023 20:34


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss the challenging global environment for IT companies, which is expected to lead to a decline of nearly 50,000 employees this fiscal year and a drop in China's semiconductor imports due to US export controls. We also explore the devastating impact of the recent violence between Israel and Hamas on tech infrastructure in Gaza, causing severe disruptions. Israeli startups are also facing challenges as product development potentially slows down and fundraising becomes more difficult. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- China's chip imports drop 15% as US tightens tech export controls https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/chinas-chip-imports-drop-15-as-us-tightens-tech-export-controls/articleshow/104423361.cms- Navigating Ethical AI And The Future Of Automation https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/13/navigating-ethical-ai-and-the-future-of-automation/- How founders can cut through the noise and find events that are actually worth it https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/15/founder-events-worth-it/- Braid shuts down, Stash marches toward an IPO and what happens when a fintech relationship fizzles out https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/15/braid-closes-down-stash-marches-towards-an-ipo-and-what-happens-when-a-fintech-relationship-fizzles-out/- Israeli cyber security professionals band together amid Gaza war https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/israeli-cyber-security-professionals-band-together-amid-gaza-war/articleshow/104389356.cms- Why are Humans Dreading Artificial Intelligence AI? https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/14/why-are-humans-dreading-artificial-intelligence-ai/- Biden eyes adding AI chip curbs to Chinese companies abroad https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/biden-eyes-adding-ai-chip-curbs-to-chinese-companies-abroad/articleshow/104387735.cms- Tech winter diet: TCS, Infosys and HCLTech shed weight, reduce employee intake https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/information-tech/tech-winter-diet-top-3-shed-weight-and-reduce-intake/articleshow/104413126.cms- Digital lending at an inflection point, and other top tech, startup stories this week https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/ettech-unwrapped/digital-lending-at-an-inflection-point-and-other-top-tech-startup-stories-this-week/articleshow/104411474.cms- HCLTech expects Q3, Q4 growth to lead industry numbers: CEO C Vijayakumar https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/information-tech/strong-deal-wins-to-drive-h2-growth-hcltech-ceo-c-vijayakumar/articleshow/104407067.cms- Senators draft policy aimed at deep fakes of Drake, Tom Hanks and noncelebrities https://phys.org/news/2023-10-senators-policy-aimed-deep-fakes.html- EU warns Google over YouTube disinformation in wake of Hamas attack https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/eu-warns-google-over-youtube-disinformation-in-wake-of-hamas-attack/articleshow/104407771.cms- Indian IT majors see a dip in headcount amid macroeconomic headwinds https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/information-tech/indian-it-majors-see-a-dip-in-headcount-amid-macroeconomic-headwinds/articleshow/104398909.cms- Israel's startup ecosystem: Down but not out https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/13/israels-startup-ecosystem-down-but-not-out/- Founders, are events useful? https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/13/founders-are-events-useful/- Palestine's growing tech industry has been literally blown apart by the war between Israel and Hamas https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/14/palestine-tech-industry-hamas-israel-war/- How much capital should you give early investors if you are raising for your startup idea? https://www.founderbounty.com/how-much-capital-should-you-give-early-investors-if-you-are-raising-for-your-startup-idea/- Google to protect users in AI copyright accusations https://cointelegraph.com/news/google-protect-users-ai-copyright-accusations- Dumbing down or wising up: How will generative AI change the way we think? https://techxplore.com/news/2023-10-dumbing-wising-generative-ai.html- Google Has Your Back If Its AI Lands You in Copyright Trouble https://gizmodo.com/google-will-help-if-ai-lands-you-in-copyright-trouble-1850926500- Biden Looks to Close China's Underground Loophole for Receiving American Chips https://gizmodo.com/biden-looks-to-close-china-s-underground-loophole-for-r-1850924614

Generative AI Takes the Lead in Engineering, Robotics, and Design

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2023 16:35


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we explore how generative AI is making significant strides in engineering, robotics, and design. From robot learning and space hardware design to using synthetic humans for audience research and assisting surgeons in brain tumor removal surgeries, we delve into the latest developments and applications of generative AI. Additionally, we discuss the vulnerabilities of large language models and the concerns they raise for businesses relying on these models for sensitive tasks. Tune in for a fascinating discussion on the cutting-edge technologies of generative AI and their real-world applications. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- The SBF trial continues, Atlassian acquires Loom, and OpenAI explores making its own chips https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/14/the-sbf-trial-continues-atlassian-acquires-loom-and-openai-explores-making-its-own-chips/- How roboticists are thinking about generative AI https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/14/how-roboticists-are-thinking-about-generative-ai/- A Roadmap for Regulating AI Programs https://spectrum.ieee.org/regulating-ai-programs-roadmap- More funding for defense tech? https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/14/defense-tech-funding/- Deal Dive: Why does General Catalyst want to buy a healthcare system? https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/14/deal-dive-general-catalyst-healthcare-system/- Robots, AI, and the future of labor: An economic opportunity ‘way bigger than the steam engine' https://www.geekwire.com/2023/robots-ai-and-the-future-of-labor-an-economic-opportunity-way-bigger-than-the-steam-engine/- AI and You: The chatbots are talking to each other, AI helps surgeons pinpoint brain tumors - CNET https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/ai-and-you-the-chatbots-are-talking-to-each-other-ai-helps-surgeons-pinpoint-brain-tumors/#ftag=CAD590a51e- AI Pain Recognition System Could Help Detect Patients' Pain Before, During and After Surgery http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/800470/?sc=rsla- Is Multilingual AI Truly Safe? Exposing the Vulnerabilities of Large Language Models in Low-Resource Languages https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/14/is-multilingual-ai-truly-safe-exposing-the-vulnerabilities-of-large-language-models-in-low-resource-languages/- AI researchers expose critical vulnerabilities within major LLMs http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/800816/?sc=rsla- "Westworld" at 50: Hollywood's take on A.I. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/westworld-at-50-hollywoods-take-on-a-i/

OpenAI Releases New AI Updates for Developers at Conference

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 15:38


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeDiscover the latest updates from OpenAI's first-ever developer conference, including memory storage and vision capabilities, aimed at speeding up and reducing the cost of building AI-driven software applications. Also, catch up on the latest funding trends in India and Europe, and learn about new energy-efficient transistors and nanoelectronic devices for AI and machine learning tasks. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Study Warns AI Industry Could Use as Much Energy as Netherlands https://techround.co.uk/tech/ai-industry-energy-netherlands/- Fluid apps, open models, and free markets: Inside the AI-focused Intelligent Applications Summit https://www.geekwire.com/2023/fluid-apps-open-models-and-free-markets-inside-the-ai-focused-intelligent-applications-summit/- AI on Track to Gobble Up as Much Energy as a Country, Study Finds https://gizmodo.com/ai-energy-consumption-google-artificial-intelligence-1850918957- Hello, For an article in - Rebecca Sohn, Spectrum http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/800443/?sc=rsla- Nanoelectronic device performs real-time AI classification without relying on the cloud https://techxplore.com/news/2023-10-nanoelectronic-device-real-time-ai-classification.html- International team of scientists says identifying some foods as addictive could stimulate research, shift attitudes http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/800708/?sc=rsla- OpenAI Reportedly Plans to Unveil Cheaper, Vision-Capable Developer Tools in November https://gizmodo.com/openai-new-developer-tools-coming-in-november-1850921910- Entrepreneurship In The AI Era: Spearheading Transformation And The Essential Route To An MVP https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/12/entrepreneurship-in-the-ai-era-spearheading-transformation-and-the-essential-route-to-an-mvp/- OpenAI plans major updates to lure developers with lower costs https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openai-plans-major-updates-to-lure-developers-with-lower-costs/articleshow/104356822.cms- Ranjan Pai closes in on $300 million Aakash deal; tech firms face Israel crisis https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/morning-dispatch/ranjan-pai-plans-250-300-million-investment-in-byjus-aakash-tech-firms-may-shift-ops-if-israel-crisis-worsens/articleshow/104355360.cms- Manipal group's Ranjan Pai likely to invest $250-300 million in Byju's subsidiary Aakash Institute https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/with-250-300-million-aakash-may-get-more-pai-on-plate/articleshow/104350863.cms- Bed Bugs / Insects: Bed bugs - Mark Kaufman, http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/800555/?sc=rsla- European Venture Funding Slows Further At Seed And Early Stage https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/europe-startup-funding-q3-2023-data/- Bed Bugs / Insects: Bed bugs - Mark Kaufman, Mashable http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/800553/?sc=rsla- Indian startups were not spared in the global venture slowdown of Q3 https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/11/india-declining-vc-funding/- The Chatbots Are Now Talking to Each Other https://www.wired.com/story/fast-forward-the-chatbots-are-now-talking-to-each-other/- SoftBank's Secret Project https://www.theinformation.com/articles/softbanks-secret-project- New Data Show OpenAI's Viral Growth Among Startups. Can It Last? https://www.theinformation.com/articles/new-data-show-openais-viral-growth-among-startups-can-it-last- OpenAI's Revenue Crossed $1.3 Billion Annualized Rate, CEO Tells Staff https://www.theinformation.com/articles/openais-revenue-crossed-1-3-billion-annualized-rate-ceo-tells-staff

Former Alameda Research CEO testifies against Sam Bankman-Fried in fraud trial

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 29:12


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we dive into the latest news on the fraud trial involving Sam Bankman-Fried. The former CEO of Alameda Research has accused Bankman-Fried of directing her to commit various crimes including fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering. We also discuss InsuranceDekho's recent $20 million funding round and Google AI's new language model for esoteric and occult subjects. Finally, we explore Google's accelerator program in India, which is focused on AI startups and their potential impact on various industries. Tune in for all the details. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Ellison Was CEO But SBF Was Still Boss at Alameda, Her Testimony Suggests https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/10/11/ellison-was-ceo-but-sbf-was-still-boss-at-alameda-her-testimony-suggests/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- India's InsuranceDekho raises another $60 million https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/10/insurancedekho/- Witness testifies Sam Bankman-Fried directed her to commit fraud https://www.cbsnews.com/video/witness-testifies-sam-bankman-fried-directed-her-to-commit-fraud/- SBF started a $2 billion venture fund using Alameda loans https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/11/sbf-started-a-2-billion-venture-fund-using-alameda-loans/- Search engines will soon be adding ‘content warnings' to AI-generated content, analysts predict https://techstartups.com/2023/10/10/search-engines-will-add-content-warnings-to-ai-generated-content-analysts-predict/- Sam Bankman-Fried Wanted to Close Alameda in 2022, Unpublished Posts Show https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/10/11/sam-bankman-fried-wanted-to-close-alameda-in-2022-unpublished-posts-show/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Decoding InsuranceDekho's back-to-back funding rounds amidst a funding winter https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/ettech-explainer-decoding-insurancedekhos-back-to-back-funding-rounds-amidst-a-funding-winter/articleshow/104323008.cms- InsuranceDekho bags $60 million, valuation hits $750 million https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/insurancedekho-bags-60-million-value-pegged-at-700-750-million/articleshow/104323504.cms- SBF's Lawyers Want to Ask Caroline Ellison About FTX's Anthropic AI Stake https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/10/11/sbfs-lawyers-want-to-ask-caroline-ellison-about-ftxs-anthropic-ai-stake/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Sam Bankman-Fried considered selling FTX equity to Saudi crown prince, says Caroline Ellison https://cointelegraph.com/news/sam-bankman-fried-ftx-equity-saudi-crown-prince-mbs- Sam Bankman-Fried was a terrible boyfriend https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/10/23912036/sam-bankman-fried-ftx-caroline-ellison-alameda-research- Caroline Ellison provided 7 ‘alternative' balance sheets hiding Alameda's exposure to FTX https://cointelegraph.com/news/caroline-ellison-alternative-balance-sheets-alameda-exposure-ftx- Demo Day of Google for Startups Accelerator: India Class 7 (AI-focused) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQ6tx0jP0yg- From Idea To App Store In Eight Days https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/11/from-idea-to-app-store-in-eight-days/- SBF Didn't Understand Risk-Reward https://www.theinformation.com/articles/sbf-didnt-understand-risk-reward- Unpublished Tweets Show Sam Bankman-Fried Had Plans to Shutter Alameda in 2022 https://gizmodo.com/tweets-show-sbf-had-plans-to-shutter-alameda-in-2022-1850917572- Meet Mistral Trismegistus 7B: An Instruction Dataset on the Esoteric, Spiritual, Occult, Wisdom Traditions… https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/11/meet-mistral-trismegistus-7b-an-instruction-dataset-on-the-esoteric-spiritual-occult-wisdom-traditions/- Asia Startup Funding May Be Leveling Off After Quarters Of Decline https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/asia-vc-startup-funding-q3-2023-data/- Inventing A New Product? What We Can Learn From Hits And Misses https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/11/inventing-a-new-product-what-we-can-learn-from-hits-and-misses/- SMEs are struggling to secure funding - here's how you can fuel growth http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-smes-are-struggling-secure-funding-heres-how-you-can-fuel-growth- Meet Mistral-7B-v0.1: A New Large Language Model on the Block https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/10/meet-mistral-7b-v0-1-a-new-large-language-model-on-the-block/- LIVE: Caroline Ellison Starts Day 2 of Testimony Against Sam Bankman-Fried https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/10/11/live-caroline-ellison-starts-day-2-of-testimony-against-sam-bankman-fried/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

AMD acquires Nod.ai to better compete with Nvidia in AI.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 14:40


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we explore the latest tech news from across the globe, including AMD's acquisition of Nod.ai to bolster its AI capabilities and challenge rival Nvidia, Amazon's entry into India's satellite communication market, India's thriving food delivery market, and PayU's plans to file for an IPO in India as digital payments are predicted to triple by 2026. Tune in to stay up-to-date on all the latest tech trends! Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- The Q3 venture capital market explained in five charts https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/10/q3-vc-charts/- AMD Snaps Up Nod.ai, Looks Poised For Bigger Deals Ahead https://news.crunchbase.com/ma/semiconductors-amd-startup-nod-ai/- Scalez https://www.producthunt.com/posts/scalez- Deepfake of Keir Starmer Shows Dangers Of AI On Democracy https://techround.co.uk/tech/deepfake-keir-starmer-shows-dangers-ai-democracy/- AMD to acquire AI software startup in effort to catch Nvidia https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/amd-to-acquire-ai-software-startup-in-effort-to-catch-nvidia/articleshow/104320641.cms- The Creepy New Digital Afterlife Industry https://spectrum.ieee.org/digital-afterlife- Amazon's plan for Indian satcom space; Food delivery market overcomes seasonal weakness https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/tech-top-5/amazon-seeks-to-enter-indian-satcom-space-ubs-sees-10-growth-in-indias-food-delivery-segment/articleshow/104318836.cms- UK races to agree statement on AI risks with global leaders https://www.artificialintelligence-news.com/2023/10/10/uk-races-agree-statement-ai-risks-global-leaders/- Prosus-owned PayU targets India IPO filing in February, hires bankers https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/prosus-owned-payu-targets-india-ipo-filing-in-february-hires-bankers/articleshow/104314998.cms- The environmental impact of the AI revolution is starting to come into focus https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/10/23911059/ai-climate-impact-google-openai-chatgpt-energy- AMD to buy AI software startup Nod.ai in a bid to catch rival chipmaker Nvidia https://techstartups.com/2023/10/10/amd-to-buy-ai-software-startup-nod-ai-in-a-bid-to-catch-rival-chipmaker-nvidia/- AppManager https://www.producthunt.com/posts/appmanager

Microsoft set to unveil AI chip, SoftBank explores new investments

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 14:25


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeOn this episode, learn about Microsoft's new AI chip to rival Google and Amazon, the interest in Indian bank investments, a Georgia school district integrating AI into the curriculum, and SoftBank's efforts to seek investment redemption with Project R. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- German antitrust head warns AI may boost Big Tech's dominance https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/german-antitrust-head-warns-ai-may-boost-big-techs-dominance/articleshow/104293354.cms- Learning English Podcast https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/7283820.html- As drone traffic increases, researchers turn to AI to help avoid collisions https://techxplore.com/news/2023-10-drone-traffic-ai-collisions.html- Nvidia Cloud Ally Nears $300 Million Financing https://www.theinformation.com/articles/nvidia-cloud-ally-nears-300-million-financing- What Is the Impact of Predictive AI in the Health Care Setting? http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/800393/?sc=rsla- The AI Chip Wars Rage On; The Rise of the AI Academic-Turned-Founder; Has No One Seen Black Mirror? https://www.theinformation.com/articles/the-ai-chip-wars-rage-on-the-rise-of-the-ai-academic-turned-founder-has-no-one-seen-black-mirror- Eye on America: Teaching kindergartners AI and training teens for skilled labor jobs https://www.cbsnews.com/video/eye-on-america-teaching-kindergartners-ai-and-training-teens-for-skilled-labor-jobs/- SoftBank's Masayoshi Son Looks for Investing Redemption https://www.theinformation.com/articles/softbanks-masayoshi-son-looks-for-investing-redemption- The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 10/9/2023 https://www.alleywatch.com/2023/10/the-alleywatch-startup-daily-funding-report-10-9-2023/- Indian banks attract VC and startup interest https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/09/indian-banks-attract-vc-and-startup-interest/

New apps and AI tools aid learning, design, and analytics.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 15:50


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeOn this episode, we explore some of the latest apps and AI tools that are transforming the way we learn, design, and analyze data. We discuss Loop English, a new app that helps users learn real English for the business world; Mockreate AI for Figma, a plugin that uses AI to generate realistic text and data for designs; VoiceAI, a platform offering transcription, translation, and analytics capabilities; and digital artist Daniel Ambrosi's unique use of photography and AI to create surreal landscapes. Tune in for insights into the cutting-edge of technology and creativity. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Machine learning: could ChatGPT become just another tool for Australia's year 12 – like Wikipedia? https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/oct/09/chatgpt-ai-chatbots-in-schools-australia-measures-benefits-impacts- ET Startup Awards 2023 | Corporate India has Davos, now startups have Domlur https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/corporate-india-has-davos-now-startups-have-domlur/articleshow/104266363.cms- To attend or not to attend: We asked 52 founders whether events are useful or a waste of time https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/08/founder-event-survey/- AI-powered grill cooks perfect steak in 90 seconds - but costs $3,500 https://www.dailymail.co.uk/galleries/article-12590309/AI-powered-grill-cooks-perfect-steak-90-seconds-costs-3-500.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Mockreate AI for Figma https://www.producthunt.com/posts/mockreate-ai-for-figma- AI and the landscapes of Capability Brown – in pictures https://www.theguardian.com/technology/gallery/2023/oct/09/ai-and-the-landscapes-of-capability-brown-in-pictures- Loop English: Business Talk https://www.producthunt.com/posts/loop-english-business-talk- VoiceAI https://www.producthunt.com/posts/voiceai

Funding and Support for Indian Startups and EU-Japan Tech Collaboration

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 17:14


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss various funding and support initiatives introduced by the Indian government to boost the startup ecosystem, as well as recent funding news from Indian startup Onsurity. We also explore Automaze's innovative zero-equity solution for startup founders. Additionally, we deep-dive into the evolving tech collaboration between the EU and Japan, particularly in areas such as AI, cybersecurity, and chips. Join us to stay updated on the latest developments in the world of technology and startups. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Insurtech startup Onsurity raises $24 million from IFC, other investors https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/insurtech-startup-onsurity-raises-24-million-from-ifc-other-investors/articleshow/104275319.cms- EU sees 'convergence' with Japan on AI: official https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/eu-sees-convergence-with-japan-on-ai-official/articleshow/104272327.cms- EMEA's unicorn hunters: 10 investors shaping growth during tough times https://techfundingnews.com/emeas-unicorn-hunters-10-investors-shaping-growth-during-tough-times/- Automaze https://www.producthunt.com/posts/automaze- ET Startup Awards 2023 | Funding winter more in the mind than in reality, says Piyush Goyal https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/et-startup-awards-2023-funding-winter-more-in-the-mind-than-in-reality-says-piyush-goyal/articleshow/104244790.cms- ET Startup Awards 2023 | Strong vote of confidence a boost for startups Inc https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/et-startup-awards-2023-strong-vote-of-confidence-a-boost-for-startups-inc/articleshow/104247081.cms- ET Startup Awards 2023 | Pedigree of India's tech ecosystem firmly established: Rajeev Chandrasekhar https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/pedigree-of-indias-tech-ecosystem-firmly-established-rajeev-chandrasekhar/articleshow/104265882.cms- Regulating AI through shared, secure and sustainable approaches https://www.politico.eu/sponsored-content/regulating-ai-through-shared-secure-and-sustainable-approaches/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication- ET Startup Awards 2023 | Indian startups go back to the basics in a changed world https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/et-startup-awards-2023-chant-profitability-sustainability-with-us-panel-on-awards-night/articleshow/104265417.cms- The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 10/9/23 https://www.alleywatch.com/2023/10/the-weekly-notable-startup-funding-report-10-9-23/- Women and underrepresented founders aren't going to wait for the VC industry to transform itself https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/08/how-women-and-underrepresented-founders-can-overcome-investor-bias-and-shift-the-funding-landscape-in-their-favor/- ET Startup Awards | Funding winter is only in mind, cash exists for good ventures: Piyush Goyal https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/funding-winter-only-in-the-mind-no-shortage-of-funds-for-good-ideas-piyush-goyal/articleshow/104264039.cms- World Bank's IFC backs Indian insurtech startup Onsurity in $24M funding https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/08/onsurity-funding-world-bank-ifc/

Challenges in Generative AI, Language Models for Math, Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2023 16:16


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeExplore the challenges and concerns associated with generative AI, including misuse and copyright issues, while researchers focus on enhancing language models' reasoning abilities for solving math word problems. Learn about the Social Venture Studio that proffers accelerator programs for entrepreneurs hunting community impact. Additionally, discover how PetCoco, powered by AI, answers pet queries and offers suggestions, along with other technological stories. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Saturday Citations: Hippo maxillofacial issues; implicit biases in the game of kings; AI masters Street Fighter https://phys.org/news/2023-10-saturday-citations-hippo-maxillofacial-issues.html- How one KC accelerator helps feel-good ventures grow impact while actually making money https://www.startlandnews.com/2023/10/social-venture-studio-2023/- Artists across industries are strategizing together around AI concerns https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/06/creatives-across-industries-are-strategizing-together-around-ai-concerns/- Microsoft to Debut AI Chip Next Month That Could Cut Nvidia GPU Costs https://www.theinformation.com/articles/microsoft-to-debut-ai-chip-next-month-that-could-cut-nvidia-gpu-costs- PetCoco https://www.producthunt.com/posts/petcoco- OpenAI said to be considering developing its own AI chips https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/06/openai-said-to-be-considering-developing-its-own-ai-chips/- Enhancing Reasoning Capabilities of Large Language Models using Graph-Based Verification: part 1 https://blog.paperspace.com/enhancing-reasoning-capabilities-of-large-language-models-a-graph-based-verification-approach/- ZygoteAI https://www.producthunt.com/posts/zygoteai- TechCrunch+ Roundup: AI investor survey, calculating TAM, inside the FTX trial https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/06/techcrunch-roundup-ai-investor-survey-calculating-tam-inside-the-ftx-trial/- Researchers from Tsinghua University and Microsoft Introduce ToRA: An Artificial Intelligence Tool-Integrated Reasoning Agent for Mathematical Problem Solving https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/07/researchers-from-tsinghua-university-and-microsoft-introduce-tora-an-artificial-intelligence-tool-integrated-reasoning-agent-for-mathematical-problem-solving/- Apes and AI (AAA) https://www.producthunt.com/posts/apes-and-ai-aaa- OpenAI Apparently Wants to Make Its Own AI Chips on Top of the 'iPhone for AI' https://gizmodo.com/openai-wants-to-make-its-own-ai-chips-1850906306- Humans can't resist breaking AI with boobs and 9/11 memes https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/06/facebook-ai-stickers-bing-image-creator-jailbreak-guardrails/- AI This Week: AI's Threat to Creative Freedom https://gizmodo.com/ai-this-week-ais-threat-to-creative-freedom-1850903052

AI startups seek funding while facing challenges and potential impact on human communication.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 16:53


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss how AI startups are seeking funding and the challenges they face related to data privacy, security, and a talent gap. We also explore the potential impact of generative AI on human communication and the need for proper oversight to address any negative effects. Additionally, we take a look at Induced AI, an AI startup that recently raised $2.3 million in funding and the investment made by Sam Altman of OpenAI. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- The Impact of AI and Machine Learning on Startup Innovation https://techround.co.uk/startups/impact-ai-machine-startup-innovation/- Google's Pixel 8 launch was a parade of AI https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/6/23905985/google-pixel-8-launch-artificial-intelligence-ai-hype-parade- North American Startup Funding Looked Flat In Q3 https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/north-america-vc-startup-funding-q3-2023-data/- Crypto VC funding falls to 3-year lows as market rout continues https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-vc-funding-falls-q4-2020-lows-research- AI Watch: Weekly Updates for the Latest in Generative AI News https://www.adweek.com/programmatic/ai-watch-updates-for-the-latest-in-generative-ai-news/- The Humble Bicycle Can Save Us All Time—And How Tech Can Help https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/06/the-humble-bicycle-can-save-us-all-time-and-how-tech-can-help/- Why Generative AI Will Help And Not Hinder Human Connection https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/06/why-generative-ai-will-help-and-not-hinder-human-connection/- 20 Job Roles That Could Be Transformed (Or Created) By Generative AI https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/06/20-job-roles-that-could-be-transformed-or-created-by-generative-ai/- UNESCO and Netherlands design AI supervision project for the EU https://cointelegraph.com/news/unesco-netherlands-ai-supervision-project-eu- UNESCO, Dutch government launch project to prepare for AI supervision https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/unesco-dutch-government-launch-project-to-prepare-for-ai-supervision/articleshow/104194484.cms- OpenAI's Sam Altman backs Indian teen prodigy's AI startup in $2.3M funding round https://techfundingnews.com/openais-sam-altman-backs-indian-teen-prodigys-ai-startup-in-2-3m-funding-round/- Andreessen Horowitz Discussed Backing a Midjourney Rival Seeking $500 Million Valuation https://www.theinformation.com/articles/andreessen-horowitz-discussed-backing-a-midjourney-rival-seeking-500-million-valuation- 10 investors talk about the future of AI and what lies beyond the ChatGPT hype https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/05/future-of-ai-survey/- Remember That Letter Calling for a Pause on AI? It Didn't Work https://gizmodo.com/everything-thats-happened-in-ai-since-open-letter-1850891057- How to stretch your venture dollars https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/05/how-to-stretch-your-venture-dollars/

Tech News: Google's AI-capable Pixel 8 Pro, Indian Fintechs' Growth

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 15:16


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeCatch up on the latest tech news with this episode! Google has released their Pixel 8 Pro smartphone, complete with on-device generative AI capabilities. Meanwhile, Indian fintech companies are reporting strong revenue growth. Plus, Meta is planning to invest $10 billion in India over the next few years, and CMCC Global raises $100 million for their Titan Fund to invest in Hong Kong-based Web3 companies. Tune in to stay up-to-date on these exciting developments. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Pixel 8 Pro runs Google's generative AI models on-device https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/04/pixel-8-pro-runs-googles-generative-ai-models-on-device/- Google Pixel 8's Audio Magic Eraser Silences Annoying Noise in Your Videos - CNET https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/google-pixel-8s-audio-magic-eraser-silences-annoying-noise-in-your-videos/#ftag=CAD590a51e- ETSA panel to discuss new order for Startup Inc; a QR code for your kid on social media? https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/morning-dispatch/etsa-panel-to-discuss-new-order-for-startup-inc-a-qr-code-for-your-kid-on-social-media/articleshow/104172076.cms- The Morning After: Pixel 8 Pro, Bard AI and everything else from Google's Pixel event https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-pixel-8-pro-bard-ai-and-everything-else-from-googles-pixel-event-111847562.html?src=rss- Google Assistant to Integrate Bard Chatbot and All the Other AI Features Coming to the Pixel 8 https://gizmodo.com/all-of-the-ai-features-google-pixel-8-1850899536- Google's Tensor G3 chip is focused on speeding up AI for the Pixel 8 phones https://www.engadget.com/google-tensor-g3-soc-pixel-8-pro-143052356.html?src=rss- Top honchos to discuss blueprint for sustainable business on ETSA night https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/top-honchos-to-discuss-blueprint-for-sustainable-business-on-etsa-night/articleshow/104166743.cms- Meta's AI Stickers Are Already Causing Trouble https://gizmodo.com/meta-ai-stickers-generate-controversial-cartoon-images-1850898685- Jordan-based Capifly raises $1M, initiates $10M Shariah Compliant facility for emerging startups https://techfundingnews.com/jordan-based-capifly-raises-1m-initiates-10m-shariah-compliant-facility-for-emerging-startups/- Google to combine generative AI chatbot with virtual assistant https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/google-to-combine-generative-ai-chatbot-with-virtual-assistant/articleshow/104166829.cms- Investing Behavior Of VCs May Erase Silicon Valley's Innovative Legacy https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/05/investing-behavior-of-vcs-may-erase-silicon-valleys-innovative-legacy/- Global Venture Funding In Q3 2023 Falls Again Despite Late-Stage Rebound Led By Huge AI Deals https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/global-venture-funding-instacart-klaviyo-q3-2023/- The new £350 Google Pixel 2 smartwatch that can tell you if it's time to stop stressing https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-12595023/New-Google-Pixel-2-smartwatch-stress.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Cred, Mobikwik and Groww's report card; Telcos, tech firms spar over revenue share from OTTs https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/tech-top-5/cred-mobikwik-groww-report-strong-revenue-growth-fair-share-of-charges-from-otts-wont-hit-net-neutrality/articleshow/104190892.cms- Pixel 8: Google unveils ‘AI-centred' iPhone rival https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/google-pixel-8-ai-deepmind-b2423912.html- Mobikwik continues profitable streak for second quarter in a row https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/mobikwik-continues-profitable-streak-for-second-quarter-in-a-row/articleshow/104183594.cms- The AlleyWatch September 2023 New York Venture Capital Funding Report https://www.alleywatch.com/2023/10/new-york-venture-capital-september-2023/- Google Assistant will soon incorporate Bard AI chat service https://cointelegraph.com/news/google-assistant-soon-incorporate-bard-ai-chat-service- CMCC Global Raises $100M for Hong Kong-Based Blockchain Companies https://www.coindesk.com/web3/2023/10/04/cmcc-global-raises-100m-for-hong-kong-based-blockchain-companies/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Hong Kong crypto VC opens $100M fund for Asian blockchain startups https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-vc-hong-kong-100-m-fund-asian-blockchain-startups- Google Assistant with Bard will use generative AI for personalized answers https://www.engadget.com/google-assistant-with-bard-will-use-generative-ai-for-personalized-answers-154756643.html?src=rss- Facebook's new AI sticker tool generates ‘completely unhinged' images https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/facebook-ai-stickers-download-meta-b2424457.html

Greylock Partners Raises $1 Billion for 17th Fund for Pre-Seed and Series A Startups.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 18:46


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we discuss Greylock Partners' fundraising success, with a $1 billion 17th fund aimed at pre-seed, seed, and Series A enterprise and consumer software startups. We also explore White Castle's use of AI-powered technology in its drive-thru lanes, as well as emerging trends in climate tech and legal tech funding. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Apple co-founder tells Kansas crowd: The real threat from AI is misinformation https://www.startlandnews.com/2023/10/steve-wozniak-kansas/- VC funding to Pacific Northwest startups in Q3 was down nearly 50% year-over-year https://www.geekwire.com/2023/vc-funding-to-pacific-northwest-startups-in-q3-was-down-nearly-50-year-over-year/- Greylock Closes New $1B Fund To Invest In Earliest-Stage Startups https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/greylock-new-fund-investing/- AI Deepfake Ads: Tom Hanks, Gayle King Sound Warning - CNET https://www.cnet.com/tech/ai-deepfake-ads-tom-hanks-gayle-king-sound-warning/#ftag=CAD590a51e- How an AI deepfake ad of MrBeast ended up on TikTok https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/03/how-an-ai-deepfake-ad-of-mrbeast-ended-up-on-tiktok/- Wheels Of Justice Slow To Accept Legal Tech As Funding Falls https://news.crunchbase.com/policy-regulation/ai-legal-tech-funding-falls-2023/- ETSA 2023 | Indian SaaS companies can tap domestic public markets too: Nexus's Jishnu Bhattacharjee https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/etsa-2023-indian-saas-companies-can-tap-domestic-public-markets-too-nexuss-jishnu-bhattacharjee/articleshow/104140581.cms- What VCs look for in Climate Tech Startups: Opportunities and Deal Breakers https://www.eu-startups.com/2023/10/what-vcs-look-for-in-climate-tech-startups-opportunities-and-deal-breakers/- Amidst market slowdown, Atomico closes $1.1B to break the Silicon Valley monopoly in Europe https://techfundingnews.com/amidst-market-slowdown-atomico-closes-1-1b-to-break-the-silicon-valley-monopoly-in-europe/- As More Tech Comes to the Drive-Thru, Will Consumers Agree to T&Cs Regarding Their Privacy? https://thespoon.tech/as-more-tech-comes-to-the-drive-thru-will-consumers-agree-to-tcs-regarding-their-privacy/- AI Coming to White Castle Drive-Thrus With Help From SoundHound, Samsung https://www.technewsworld.com/story/ai-coming-to-white-castle-drive-thrus-with-help-from-soundhound-samsung-178678.html?rss=1- Greylock secures $1B for its 17th fund amid launch of early-stage founders program https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/03/greylock-1b-venture-capital-founders-program/

Visa to Invest $100 Million in Generative AI for Commerce

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 18:25


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeOn this episode, we discuss Visa's plan to invest $100 million in generative AI technologies for commerce and payments. We also explore the potential opportunities and limitations of AI in healthcare and drug development, as well as JPMorgan's CEO's thoughts on the revolutionary impact AI could have on businesses. Additionally, we delve into the complexities of valuing privately held company shares in the current market. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Visa earmarks $100M to invest in generative AI companies https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/02/visa-earmarks-100m-to-invest-in-generative-ai-companies/- Boardroom Blueprint: AI's Cybersecurity Risks https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/03/boardroom-blueprint-ais-cybersecurity-risks/- JPMorgan Predicts 3.5-Day Work Week for Next Generation Thanks to AI https://techround.co.uk/news/jpmorgan-predicts-3-5-day-work-week-for-next-generation-thanks-to-ai/- Visa to Invest $100 Million in Generative AI Ventures https://techround.co.uk/tech/visa-invest-generative-ai/- AI: Is The Intelligence Artificial Or Amplified? https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/03/ai-is-the-intelligence-artificial-or-amplified/- Working With AI: A Word On Today's Corporate Cybersecurity https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/03/working-with-ai-a-word-on-todays-corporate-cybersecurity/- Looking At Generative AI As Part Of The AI Evolution https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/03/looking-at-generative-ai-as-part-of-the-ai-evolution/- Generative AI: The Think Tank Transforming Business Efficiency https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/03/generative-ai-the-think-tank-transforming-business-efficiency/- AI can be used in 'every single process' of JPMorgan's operations, says CEO https://cointelegraph.com/news/ai-every-single-process-jpmorgan-ceo-jamie-dimon- Reliance, Lightrock representatives exit Dunzo board amid legal notices, pending dues https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/reliance-lightrock-representatives-exit-dunzo-board-amid-legal-notices-pending-dues/articleshow/104121208.cms- Dunzo rocked by five board exits; Anirban Mukherjee appointed PayU CEO https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/tech-top-5/dunzo-rocked-by-five-board-exits-anirban-mukherjee-appointed-payu-ceo/articleshow/104135541.cms- Visa launches $100 million venture fund for generative AI startups https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/visa-launches-100-million-venture-fund-for-generative-ai-startups/articleshow/104118247.cms- Venture capital spring is here https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/03/venture-capital-spring-is-here/- A Secondary Investor's Take On The Current, Still-Unnamed Downturn https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/secondary-startup-investor-downturn-swildens-industry-ventures/- When Is A Startup Not A Startup Anymore? And Why Does It Matter? https://news.crunchbase.com/startups/venture-investment-changing-definition-taver-capital/- Visa launches a $100 million venture fund to invest in generative AI startups https://techstartups.com/2023/10/03/visa-launches-a-100-million-venture-fund-to-invest-in-generative-ai-startups/- It's not all bad! AI can slash the wait for new drugs https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-12585579/AI-slash-wait-new-drugs.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Future of payments: Visa to invest $100M in generative AI https://cointelegraph.com/news/visa-to-invest-100-million-generative-ai

Advancements in Technology, Authentication and Challenges for AI Startups.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 15:44


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we explore the latest advancements in technology, including microwave imaging for breast cancer screening and machine learning algorithms for parking space detection. We also discuss authentication methods such as token-based and iris authentication, as well as AI applications in predictive maintenance and 2D-to-3D human pose estimation. However, AI startups face challenges in finding sustainable business models, and we discuss recommendations to promote diversity in the venture capital industry. We also cover Planisware, a French software company specializing in portfolio management solutions, as they plan to go public with an IPO. Join us for this insightful discussion on the future of technology and the challenges and opportunities for AI startups. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Smart Cities, Vol. 6, Pages 2639-2660: A Review of Parking Slot Types and their Detection Techniques for Smart Cities https://www.mdpi.com/2624-6511/6/5/119- Electronics, Vol. 12, Pages 4120: Graph U-Shaped Network with Mapping-Aware Local Enhancement for Single-Frame 3D Human Pose Estimation https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9292/12/19/4120- Electronics, Vol. 12, Pages 4119: Deep Learning Short Text Sentiment Analysis Based on Improved Particle Swarm Optimization https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9292/12/19/4119- Robin Williams' daughter Zelda, 34, on AI being used to recreate actor's voice: 'I find it personally disturbing' https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-12583251/Robin-Williams-daughter-Zelda-AI-disturbing.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Information, Vol. 14, Pages 538: User Authentication Mechanisms Based on Immersive Technologies: A Systematic Review https://www.mdpi.com/2078-2489/14/10/538- Mandatory VC diversity policies – what's the impact on growing businesses? http://startupsmagazine.co.uk/article-mandatory-vc-diversity-policies-whats-impact-growing-businesses- Want More Clarity on Generative AI? Experiment Widely https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/want-more-clarity-on-generative-ai-experiment-widely/- Sensors, Vol. 23, Pages 8218: AI-Enabled Traffic Control Prioritization in Software-Defined IoT Networks for Smart Agriculture https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/23/19/8218- Electronics, Vol. 12, Pages 4123: OptiDJS+: A Next-Generation Enhanced Dynamic Johnson Sequencing Algorithm for Efficient Resource Scheduling in Distributed Overloading within Cloud Computing Environment https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9292/12/19/4123- What's AI Actually Good for Right Now? https://www.adweek.com/agencies/whats-ai-actually-good-for-right-now/- Robin Williams's daughter calls out ‘disturbing' use of AI recreation of her father https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/robin-williams-ai-voice-daughter-b2422506.html- Life, Vol. 13, Pages 2004: Impact of Mechanical Removal on the Regeneration and Colonization Abilities of the Alien Aquatic Macrophyte Egeria densa https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/13/10/2004- Applied Sciences, Vol. 13, Pages 10917: Application of External Torque Observer and Virtual Force Sensor for a 6-DOF Robot https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/13/19/10917- Researchers are tapping into psychology to improve AI to help robots interact more like humans https://techxplore.com/news/2023-10-psychology-ai-robots-interact-humans.html- Study shows users can be primed to believe certain things about an AI chatbot's motives, influencing their interactions https://techxplore.com/news/2023-10-users-primed-ai-chatbot-interactions.html- Robin Williams's daughter calls out ‘disturbing' use of AI to recreate his voice https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/robin-williams-ai-voice-daughter-b2422149.html- Applied Sciences, Vol. 13, Pages 10916: Diagnosis and Prognosis of Faults in High-Speed Aeronautical Bearings with a Collaborative Selection Incremental Deep Transfer Learning Approach https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/13/19/10916- AI Startups Are Facing a Reckoning https://www.theinformation.com/articles/ai-startups-are-facing-a-reckoning- Increasing Your Startup's Chance Of Getting VC Funding In A Recession https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/02/increasing-your-startups-chance-of-getting-vc-funding-in-a-recession/- Applied Sciences, Vol. 13, Pages 10931: Activity Recognition Using Different Sensor Modalities and Deep Learning https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/13/19/10931- AI Innovation Or Speculation: A Guide To Understanding The Difference https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/02/ai-innovation-or-speculation-a-guide-to-understanding-the-difference/- Five Tips For Creating A Generative AI Center Of Excellence https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/10/02/five-tips-for-creating-a-generative-ai-center-of-excellence/- Web3 funding is down again as the crypto winter drags on https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/02/web3-venture-funding-q3/- French software company Planisware IPO aims for 1.11-1.25 billion euro valuation https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/information-tech/french-software-company-planisware-ipo-aims-for-1-11-1-25-billion-euro-valuation/articleshow/104103172.cms- Bioengineering, Vol. 10, Pages 1153: Microwave Breast Sensing via Deep Learning for Tumor Spatial Localization by Probability Maps https://www.mdpi.com/2306-5354/10/10/1153

India sees surge in private space start-ups and investments.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 15:05


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeThis episode covers various exciting developments in the technology industry, including the rise of private space start-ups and investments in India, calls for fair compensation from generative AI companies, a revolutionary wearable device developed by former Apple employees, and Spotify's testing of an AI-powered feature that can translate podcasts into different languages while maintaining the original speaker's style. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- SaaS Funding Napkin 2023 https://www.producthunt.com/posts/saas-funding-napkin-2023- Spotify's AI Voice Translation Pilot https://www.producthunt.com/posts/spotify-s-ai-voice-translation-pilot- Industrial tech leaders fuel ‘fire of innovation' with startup mentality, partnerships https://www.startlandnews.com/2023/09/industrial-tech-iron-prairie/- India's private space sector skyrockets https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/indias-private-space-sector-skyrockets/articleshow/104081004.cms- India's private space sector skyrockets https://phys.org/news/2023-10-india-private-space-sector-skyrockets.html- AI tech boom: Is the artificial intelligence market already saturated? https://cointelegraph.com/news/ai-market-saturated-investment- Neuralink's First-in-Human Clinical Trial! Now Open for Enrolment https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/10/01/neuralinks-first-in-human-clinical-trial-now-open-for-enrolment/- How much can artists make from generative AI? Vendors won't say https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/30/how-much-can-artists-make-from-generative-ai-vendors-wont-say/- Venture capital is opening the gates for defense tech https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/30/vc-defense-tech/- Humane's ‘AI Pin' debuts on the Paris runway https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/30/humanes-ai-pin-debuts-on-the-paris-runway/

AI Challenges & Taxation

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2023 17:18


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeThis episode covers the recent announcement by the Indian government that online gaming, casinos, and horse racing will be subject to GST, as well as developments in AI algorithms for copyright and compensation issues. Getty Images has also partnered with Nvidia to develop a Generative AI tool, and the film The Creator has faced criticism for its portrayal of AI. The Norwegian startup ecosystem is also facing challenges with investors negotiating for too much equity. Additionally, startups are facing challenges in establishing themselves in the enterprise market, highlighting the need for strategic adaptation and innovation. Finally, investors at TechCrunch Disrupt are looking for companies that are transforming industries for the improvement of people and the planet. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Two large equity funds launched this week. What gives? https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/29/two-large-equity-funds-launched-out-of-europe-this-week-what-gives/- Addressing copyright, compensation issues in generative AI https://techxplore.com/news/2023-09-copyright-compensation-issues-generative-ai.html- The harsh ‘reality' facing real money gaming firms, and other top tech, startup stories this week https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/ettech-unwrapped/the-harsh-reality-facing-real-money-gaming-firms-and-other-top-tech-startup-stories-this-week/articleshow/104051230.cms- The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 9/29/2023 https://www.alleywatch.com/2023/09/the-alleywatch-startup-daily-funding-report-9-29-2023/- Startups may have trouble finding their enterprise footing https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/29/software-market-maybe-stabilizing/- Online gaming companies to collect 28% on full bet value, offshore platforms to be GST registered from Oct 1 https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/online-gaming-companies-to-collect-28-on-full-bet-value-offshore-platforms-to-be-gst-registered-from-oct-1/articleshow/104070858.cms- Getty Images Unveils a New AI-Powered Image-Creation Tool: Revolutionizing Visual Content with Generative AI Technology https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/09/30/getty-images-unveils-a-new-ai-powered-image-creation-tool-revolutionizing-visual-content-with-generative-ai-technology/- How to pitch me: 7 investors discuss what they're looking for in September 2023 https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/29/how-to-pitch-me-7-investors-discuss-what-theyre-looking-for-in-september-2023/- The Creator review: A visually stunning, yet deeply shallow, AI epic https://www.engadget.com/the-creator-review-a-visually-stunning-yet-deeply-shallow-ai-epic-173021570.html?src=rss- When predatory investors damage your chances of success https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/29/when-predatory-investors-damage-your-chances-of-success/- FinMin notifies Oct 1 date for implementing amended GST law provisions for e-gaming https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/finmin-notifies-oct-1-date-for-implementing-amended-gst-law-provisions-for-e-gaming/articleshow/104051790.cms- 'The Creator' Review: It's AI That Wants to Save Humanity https://www.wired.com/story/the-creator-gareth-edwards-review/- VC Office Hours: How data can help improve social impact investing https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/29/vc-office-hours-how-data-can-help-improve-social-impact-investing/

AI, Funding & Security

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 15:54


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this podcast episode, we discuss the potential collaboration between OpenAI, Jony Ive, and SoftBank to build an AI-powered consumer product, the delay in forming a self-regulatory body for the gaming industry in India, additional fees imposed by Uber and BigBasket, and ecommerce platforms preparing for festive season sales. We also cover the recent surge in funding for Indian technology startups, a decline in funding for Seattle-based startups, and concerns around data security risks with the use of generative AI. Tune in for insights on AI, funding, and security in the tech industry. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- ETtech Deals Digest: September brings some cheer as funding more than doubles sequentially https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/ettech-deals-digest-september-brings-some-cheer-as-funding-more-than-doubles-sequentially/articleshow/104045549.cms- OpenAI, Jony Ive, SoftBank's Masayoshi Son in talks to build ‘iPhone of AI': report https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openai-jony-ive-softbanks-masayoshi-son-in-talks-to-build-iphone-of-ai-report/articleshow/104033982.cms- Debiopharm Innovation Fund: A €141+ million initiative to transform pharma R&D and cancer care innovation https://www.eu-startups.com/2023/09/debiopharm-innovation-fund-a-e141-million-initiative-to-transform-pharma-rd-and-cancer-care-innovation/- Stats Show Seattle's Startup Mojo Is Waning https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/seattle-startup-stats-2023-terrapower/- Generative AI Poses Risks, But Outright Bans Aren't The Best Solution https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/29/generative-ai-poses-risks-but-outright-bans-arent-the-best-solution/- OpenAI, and iPhone Designer Collaborate on Mystery “iPhone of AI” Device https://techround.co.uk/news/openai-iphone-designer-collaborate-mystery-iphone-ai-device/- Govt defers plan for gaming self-regulator; internet firms introduce per-order charges https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/morning-dispatch/govt-defers-plans-for-gaming-self-regulator-consumer-net-cos-opt-for-per-order-fees/articleshow/104029904.cms- The Beginning of the AI Phone Wars https://www.theinformation.com/articles/the-beginning-of-the-ai-phone-wars- Online gaming companies tax demand in line with legal stand: CBIC chairman https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/online-gaming-companies-tax-demand-in-line-with-legal-stand-cbic-chairman/articleshow/104026968.cms- It Is The Age Of GenAI, But Has It Come Of Age? https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/29/it-is-the-age-of-genai-but-has-it-come-of-age/- Engadget Podcast: Meta's Quest 3, AI and Ray-Ban smart glasses https://www.engadget.com/engadget-podcast-meta-quest-3-ai-chatbots-123005634.html?src=rss- I Guess We're All Talking to Our Glasses Now https://www.wired.com/story/gadget-lab-podcast-614/- EV startup Fisker raises $150 million from existing investor https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/ev-startup-fisker-raises-150-million-from-existing-investor/articleshow/104048413.cms- Govt rules out review of egaming GST notices; WestBridge to buy secondary stake in Meesho https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/tech-top-5/tax-notice-to-online-gaming-firms-stands-legally-tcs-retains-indias-most-valuable-brand-tag/articleshow/104046314.cms

AI, Net Neutrality & Festive Sales

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 16:24


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we cover the latest news on AI startups raising millions in funding, Jony Ive's collaboration with OpenAI, Indian startup founders supporting net neutrality, and the upcoming festive season sales by Flipkart and Amazon. We also discuss the IPO of Yatra Online, the role of AI in finance, building AI-first companies in healthcare, usage-based pricing models for AI products, and the promise of audio machine learning technologies. Listen now for insights on the latest tech developments. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Zerodha sets valuation at Rs 30,000 crore; Third Wave Coffee secures fresh funding https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/tech-top-5/zerodhas-valuation-is-rs-30000-crore-third-wave-coffee-secures-35-million-in-funding/articleshow/104021537.cms- Balancing Artificial And Real Intelligence In The Finance Industry https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/28/balancing-artificial-and-real-intelligence-in-the-finance-industry/- Demands for fair share charge on OTT companies smack of rent-seeking: IAMAI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/demands-for-fair-share-charge-on-ott-companies-smack-of-rent-seeking-iamai/articleshow/104021918.cms- AlphaSense Hits $2.5B Valuation In Busy Day For AI Funding https://news.crunchbase.com/ai-robotics/alphasense-ai-market-intelligence-funding-valuation/- AI startup AlphaSense valued at $2.5 billion after latest funding round https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/ai-startup-alphasense-valued-at-2-5-billion-after-latest-funding-round/articleshow/104024887.cms- Google and Microsoft-backed AI firm AlphaSense raises $150M at $2.5B valuation https://cointelegraph.com/news/google-microsoft-backed-unicorn-ai-artificial-intelligence-alpha-sense-raises-150-million-series-d- 128 Indian Startups Write Letter To TRAI To Support Net Neutrality https://www.entrepreneur.com/en-in/news-and-trends/128-indian-startups-write-letter-to-trai-to-support-net/462822- AI Startups Are Trying to Make Usage-Based Pricing Happen https://www.theinformation.com/articles/ai-startups-are-trying-to-make-usage-based-pricing-happen- Sound Business: The Promise of Audio Machine Learning Technologies https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/listen-up-machine-learning-holds-great-promise-for-audio-applications/- Third Wave Coffee raises $35 million in funding round led by Creaegis https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/third-wave-coffee-raises-35-million-in-funding-round-led-by-creaegis/articleshow/104014753.cms- Enflame, a Tencent-backed AI chip startup, raises $274 million in funding from state-linked investors, others https://techstartups.com/2023/09/28/enflame-a-tencent-backed-ai-chip-startup-raises-274-million-from-state-linked-investors-others/- AI startup AlphaSense raises $150M in funding from Goldman Sachs, others; now valued at $2.5 billion https://techstartups.com/2023/09/28/ai-startup-alphasense-raises-150-million-in-funding-nearly-doubles-its-valuation-to-2-5-billion/- Six imperatives for building AI-first companies https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/28/six-imperatives-for-building-ai-first-companies/- Crypto for Advisors: AI - Friend or Foe to the Advisor? https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/09/28/crypto-for-advisors-ai-friend-or-foe-to-the-advisor/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Report: Jony Ive and OpenAI CEO Raise $1B to Design the 'iPhone of AI' https://gizmodo.com/apple-jony-ive-openai-ceo-discussing-the-iphone-of-ai-1850881602- OpenAI turning to designer Jony Ive for 'AI iPhone': report https://techxplore.com/news/2023-09-openai-jony-ive-ai-iphone.html- Details emerge on Jony Ive and OpenAI's plan to build the ‘iPhone of artificial intelligence' https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/28/23893939/jony-ive-openai-sam-altman-iphone-of-artificial-intelligence-device- AlphaSense, an AI-based market intel firm, snaps up $150M at a $2.5B valuation https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/28/alphasense-an-ai-based-market-intel-firm-snaps-up-150m-at-a-2-5b-valuation/

AI Alliances and Regulations

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 17:29


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeDiscover the latest developments in the world of artificial intelligence (AI), from Meta's virtual reality and AI chatbots, to proposed state laws limiting AI in healthcare. Learn about the importance of transparency and validation in building trust in healthcare AI, and how AI can enhance sales and workflow efficiencies. Explore the power of OpenAI's ChatGPT, and the benefits of new alliances between established companies and startups in the AI industry. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Meta filmed Mr Beast, Paris Hilton and 26 more to build celebrity AIs based on Llama 2 https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/27/meta-mr-beast-paris-hilton-celebrity-ais-llama-2/- Immersive Tech Obscures Reality. AI Will Threaten It https://www.wired.com/story/immersive-technology-artificial-intelligence-disinformation/- Meta AI is a new chatbot platform that starts with over 25 personalities https://www.engadget.com/meta-is-unleashing-more-than-25-ai-chatbot-personalities-onto-the-world-181428710.html?src=rss- I Debated ChatGPT: 'Will AI Replace Human Salespeople?' https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/chatgpt-will-ai-replace-salespeople- iPhone Designer Jony Ive Reportedly Discussing a Mystery Hardware Project With OpenAI https://gizmodo.com/jony-ive-altman-openai-talk-mystery-hardware-project-1850877089- Meta debuts AI Studio to let developers build custom chatbots https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/27/meta-debuts-ai-studio-to-let-developers-build-custom-chatbots/- Writer's Guild strike ends with tentative deal approved, AI key negotiation https://cointelegraph.com/news/writers-guild-strike-ends-tentative-deal-approved-ai-key-negotiation- Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to kick off developer conference with focus on AI, virtual reality https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/meta-ceo-mark-zuckerberg-to-kick-off-developer-conference-with-focus-on-ai-virtual-reality/articleshow/103990177.cms- Snoop Dogg's a Dungeon Master and All of Meta's Other AI Announcements https://gizmodo.com/meta-connect-ai-snoop-dogg-dungeon-master-emu-1850878978- Generative AI stickers are coming to Meta's apps along with AI editing https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/27/generative-ai-stickers-are-coming-to-metas-apps/- Jony Ive is reportedly developing an AI gadget with OpenAI's Sam Altman https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/27/23892135/jony-ive-sam-altman-ai-device-openai-ceo-apple-designer- Why the AI Race Is Getting Weird https://www.theinformation.com/articles/why-the-ai-race-is-getting-weird- Congress's Lone Surgeon Wants States to Regulate AI https://gizmodo.com/congresss-only-surgeon-wants-states-to-regulate-ai-1850879118- Facebook owner Meta announces launch of AI friends with their own personalities across its platforms https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12568887/Facebook-owner-Meta-announces-launch-AI-friends-personalities-platforms.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- Instagram Launches Chatbots Modeled on MrBeast, Charli D'Amelio https://www.theinformation.com/articles/instagram-launches-chatbots-modeled-on-mrbeast-charli-damelio- The Meta AI Chatbot Is Mark Zuckerberg's Answer to ChatGPT https://www.wired.com/story/meta-ai-chatbot-is-mark-zuckerbergs-answer-to-chatgpt/- Mark Zuckerberg reveals Meta AI chatbot, his answer to ChatGPT https://cointelegraph.com/news/meta-ai-ceo-mark-zuckerberg-unveil-chatbot-rayban-metaverse- Meta unveils its first generative AI products for consumers https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/meta-unveils-its-first-gen-ai-products-for-consumers/articleshow/103997789.cms- AR Smartglasses And The Evolution Of Personal Mobile Technology https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/27/ar-smartglasses-and-the-evolution-of-personal-mobile-technology/- Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to kick off developer conference with focus on AI, virtual reality https://apnews.com/article/meta-facebook-connect-quest-zuckerberg-b76de22d14efc9b9713a412caf150103- OpenAI says ChatGPT can now browse internet https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/openai-says-chatgpt-can-now-browse-internet/articleshow/103997407.cms- Unleashing The Power Of Generative AI To Boost Business Operations https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/27/unleashing-the-power-of-generative-ai-to-boost-business-operations/- ChatGPT maker value rockets in funding talks: report https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/chatgpt-maker-value-rockets-in-funding-talks-report/articleshow/103997267.cms- Meta Launches AI Chatbots for Snoop Dogg, MrBeast, Tom Brady, Kendall Jenner, Charli D'Amelio and More https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/meta-ai-chatbots-snoop-dogg-mrbeast-tom-brady-kendall-jenner-charli-damelio-1235737740/- How Enterprises Can Become Ready To Work With LLMs https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/27/how-enterprises-can-become-ready-to-work-with-llms/- Trusting AI For A Better Future In Healthcare https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/27/trusting-ai-for-a-better-future-in-healthcare/- Ex-Apple Designer Jony Ive and OpenAI's Sam Altman Discussing AI Hardware Device; Why Open-Source and AGI Might Kill OpenAI https://www.theinformation.com/articles/ex-apple-designer-jony-ive-and-openais-sam-altman-discussing-ai-hardware-device-why-open-source-and-agi-might-kill-openai- OpenAI Employee Discovers Eliza Effect, Gets Emotional https://gizmodo.com/openai-employee-discovers-eliza-effect-gets-emotional-1850877739- Meta parties like it's 2015, brings new chatbots to its messaging apps https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/27/meta-parties-like-its-2015-brings-new-chatbots-to-its-messaging-apps/- From AI Assistant to image restyler: Meta's new AI features https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/27/from-ai-assistant-to-image-restyler-metas-new-ai-features/- Hollywood Writers Reached an AI Deal That Will Rewrite History https://www.wired.com/story/us-writers-strike-ai-provisions-precedents/

EIB's Ethereum Bonds!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 16:19


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeIn this episode, we cover a range of topics including Amazon's investment in Anthropic, Germany's renewable energy plans, AI in the forex market, and the rise of the Basque Country's animation industry. We also discuss OpenAI's new capabilities for ChatGPT, Spotify's use of AI for podcast translation, and Getty Images' entry into the AI space. Additionally, we cover developments in the cryptocurrency industry, including JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon's warning about rising interest rates and the expected growth of the crypto fund management industry. Finally, we delve into Ethereum's layer 2 scaling products and their potential to address scalability challenges.Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Turning Panic Into Progress: Mobile Marketing And Privacy Regulations https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/26/turning-panic-into-progress-mobile-marketing-and-privacy-regulations/- AI-Powered Audience Growth: How Esports Uses Artificial Intelligence To Connect With Fans https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/26/ai-powered-audience-growth-how-esports-uses-artificial-intelligence-to-connect-with-fans/- Spotify launches AI-powered translation for top podcasters Trevor Noah and Kristen Bell that maintains the sounds of their voices in different languages https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-12558919/Spotify-podcast-AI-celebrity-spanish-Trevor-Noah-Kristen-Bell.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490- I'm a Tory MP, but I know Rishi Sunak's claims about the cost of net zero are false | Chris Skidmore https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/sep/26/tory-mp-rishi-sunak-net-zero-economy-chris-skidmore- Amazon Bets Big (Up to $4 Billion Big) on Generative AI in Deal With Anthropic - CNET https://www.cnet.com/tech/amazon-bets-big-up-to-4-billion-big-on-generative-ai-in-deal-with-anthropic/#ftag=CAD590a51e- The trials of Robert Habeck: is the world's most powerful green politician doomed to fail? https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/sep/26/robert-habeck-vice-chancellor-germany-greens-climate-policy-backlash- Greens must shed ‘moral superiority' image, says German vice-chancellor https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/sep/26/greens-moral-superiority-german-vice-chancellor-robert-habeck-climate- How To Use AI To Brainstorm A Billion-Dollar Business Idea https://news.crunchbase.com/ai-robotics/how-to-use-ai-chatgpt-brainstorm-business-ideas/- How is AI Changing the Forex Market in 2023? https://www.analyticsvidhya.com/blog/2023/09/how-is-ai-changing-the-forex-market/- TechScape: AI-made images mean seeing is no longer believing https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/sep/26/techscape-ai-images-elections-integrity-tiananmen-square- Getty Images Plunges Into the Generative AI Pool https://www.wired.com/story/getty-images-generative-ai-photo-tool/- AI At Work: Three Steps To Prepare And Protect Your Business https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/26/ai-at-work-three-steps-to-prepare-and-protect-your-business/- The Hollywood at Home: DragNUWA is an AI Model That Can Achieve Controllable Video Generation https://www.marktechpost.com/2023/09/25/the-hollywood-at-home-dragnuwa-is-an-ai-model-that-can-achieve-controllable-video-generation/- Amazon's Anthropic Deal Signals Cloud Sector Turbulence https://www.theinformation.com/articles/amazons-anthropic-deal-signals-cloud-sector-turbulence- How AI Could Transform Business Planning https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/26/how-ai-could-transform-business-planning/- Three Challenges With Adopting Domain-Specific LLMs https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/26/three-challenges-with-adopting-domain-specific-llms/- First Mover Americas: Coinbase Registers With Central Bank of Spain https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/09/26/first-mover-americas-coinbase-registers-with-central-bank-of-spain/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Taiwan Issues Crypto Guidance as It Steps Up Regulation https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/09/26/taiwan-issues-crypto-guidance-as-it-steps-up-regulation/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Stock photo giant Getty releases AI image generator https://techxplore.com/news/2023-09-stock-photo-giant-getty-ai.html- ChatGPT AI getting chatty with voice prompts https://techxplore.com/news/2023-09-chatgpt-ai-chatty-voice-prompts.html- Crypto exchange claiming $1.4B trading volume uses reportedly fake license data https://cointelegraph.com/news/coinmarketcap-listed-platform-hides-license-after-inquiry- Binance Restarts in Belgium Three Months After Order to Stop https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/09/26/binance-restarts-in-belgium-three-months-after-order-to-stop/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Hong Kong to tighten crypto regulation, Thailand to tax crypto overseas: Law Decoded https://cointelegraph.com/news/hong-kong-to-tighten-crypto-regulation-thailand-to-tax-crypto-overseas-law-decoded-sept-18-25- Getty Releases AI-Image Maker Trained on Company's Data https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/getty-releases-ai-image-maker-trained-on-own-data-1234680408/- Crypto Funds Could Manage as Much as $650B Within 5 Years, Bernstein Says https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/09/26/crypto-fund-management-opportunity-could-be-worth-as-much-as-50b-bernstein-says/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Coinbase Successfully Registers With Spain's Central Bank https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/09/25/coinbase-successfully-registers-with-spains-central-bank/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Report: Engagement with Foreign Propaganda is Soaring on Elon Musk's X https://gizmodo.com/x-elon-musk-newsguard-rt-tass-presstv-china-daily-disin-1850870528- Stock photo giant Getty releases AI image generator https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/stock-photo-giant-getty-releases-ai-image-generator/articleshow/103941169.cms- San Sebastian-CAA Conference: Vincent Maraval, Pete Czernin, David Flynn, Fionnuala Jamison Debate Global Film Industry https://variety.com/2023/film/global/roeg-sutherland-vincent-maraval-fionnuala-jamison-1235735350/- Govt notifies Angel Tax rules for startups; Zerodha's FY23 revenues & profits soar https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/newsletters/tech-top-5/govt-retains-valuations-methods-in-final-angel-tax-rules-zerodhas-fy23-revenue-soars-40/articleshow/103964767.cms- The Morning After: Amazon bets $4 billion on an OpenAI rival https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-amazon-bets-4-billion-on-an-openai-rival-111550176.html?src=rss- Renewable energy boom may help us limit warming this century to 1.5 ̊C https://www.newscientist.com/article/2394057-renewable-energy-boom-may-help-us-limit-warming-this-century-to-1-5-%25cc%258ac/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home- ETtech Explainer: why startup unicorns, other large unlisted companies may come under tighter scrutiny https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/ettech-explainer-unicorns-other-large-unlisted-companies-may-be-regulated/articleshow/103961412.cms- Resist Russian disinformation as elections loom, EU tells Big Tech https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/resist-russian-disinformation-as-elections-loom-eu-tells-big-tech/articleshow/103961043.cms- World May Not Be Ready for U.S. Interest Rate at 7%, JPMorgan CEO Says https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/09/26/world-may-not-be-ready-for-us-interest-rate-at-7-jpmorgans-ceo-says/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines- Basque Animation Surge: Drivers of its Building Success https://variety.com/2023/film/global/basque-animation-uniko-funnie-fantasies-1235734700/- Will Spotify Allow AI-Generated Songs? CEO Speaks Out https://techround.co.uk/news/will-spotify-allow-ai-driven-songs-ceo-speaks-out/- Client Briefs, Campaign Performance: How Ad Agencies Are Using Generative AI Today https://www.adweek.com/media/ad-agencies-using-generative-ai-today/- Spotify AI-Powered Translation Tool Has Podcasters Speaking in Global Tongues https://www.technewsworld.com/story/spotify-ai-powered-translation-tool-has-podcasters-speaking-in-global-tongues-178649.html?rss=1- EU warns Elon Musk after Twitter found to have highest rate of disinformation https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/sep/26/eu-warns-elon-musk-that-twitter-x-must-comply-with-fake-news-laws- Top 10 Ways to Use AI in Web Development https://www.analyticsvidhya.com/blog/2023/09/ai-in-web-development/- Generative AI vs Predictive AI: What is the Difference? https://www.analyticsvidhya.com/blog/2023/09/generative-ai-vs-predictive-ai/- Top 140+ Generative AI Tools That Can Make Your Work Easy https://www.analyticsvidhya.com/blog/2023/09/generative-ai-tools/- What Marketers Should Know About Implementing AI Into Their Tech Stack https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/26/what-marketers-should-know-about-implementing-ai-into-their-tech-stack/

Tech Innovations and Funding.

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 18:30


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeThis podcast episode covers the latest trends in tech innovation, including startups exploring technologies to address global issues, the importance of long-term thinking in design, and organizational innovations such as a shift-left mentality for security and Scrum methodology. It also discusses the latest funding news, including Vieu's AI-powered B2B sales tool and the significant fundraising efforts of crypto funds. Additionally, the episode highlights the experiences and lessons learned from CEOs in the property management industry and offers insights into the importance of tech companies giving back and supporting underserved communities. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Biggest funding rounds for crypto startups in summer 2023 https://techfundingnews.com/biggest-funding-rounds-for-crypto-startups-in-summer-2023/- Crypto Venture Capital Firms Face Fundraising Woes https://www.theinformation.com/articles/crypto-venture-capital-firms-face-fundraising-woes- GPU Cluster Startup ‘Together' in Talks For Third Financing in 9 Months https://www.theinformation.com/articles/gpu-cluster-startup-together-in-talks-for-third-financing-in-9-months- When To Pivot: Three Lessons From Proptech Software Development https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/13/when-to-pivot-three-lessons-from-proptech-software-development/- 20 Tech Leaders Share The Organizational Innovations They're Proud Of https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/13/20-tech-leaders-share-the-organizational-innovations-theyre-proud-of/- Microsoft vets raise $2M for generative AI tool that helps sales teams gather intelligence on buyers https://www.geekwire.com/2023/microsoft-vets-raise-2m-for-generative-ai-tool-that-helps-sales-teams-gather-intelligence-on-buyers/- Port is aging well as developer portal concept takes shape https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/13/port-is-aging-well-as-developer-portal-concept-takes-shape/- What's more venture capital than space lasers? https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/13/whats-more-venture-capital-than-space-lasers/- Why Long-Term Thinking Can Help Solve Our Biggest Challenges https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/13/why-long-term-thinking-can-help-solve-our-biggest-challenges/- It's Time For Tech To Do More https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/09/13/its-time-for-tech-to-do-more/

Tech Funding Updates.

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 14:26


Generated by Tailor.Get your own personalized daily podcast! Sign up for freeThis episode covers the latest funding news in the tech industry, including Instacart and Klaviyo lowering their IPO price ranges, a startup focused on affordable shared satellites raising $50 million, and Indian startup Kale Logistics Solutions raising $30 million. The episode also discusses the FTC's focus on antitrust enforcement in generative AI, Amazon's new policy on disclosing AI use in content creation, and the potential negative effects of using AI assistance in personal relationships. Plus, learn about the world's first tech titan, Richard Arkwright, and his controversial approach to innovation. Music: Mosaic [Electro] by Hardcore Scm. Licensed under: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/News articles cited in this episode:- Amazon distinguishes between AI ‘generated' and ‘assisted' content in new policy for Kindle authors https://www.geekwire.com/2023/amazon-distinguishes-between-ai-generated-and-assisted-content-in-new-policy-for-kindle-authors/- Nvidia, DataDirect Networks Shine in Latest Inference and Storage Benchmark Results https://www.theinformation.com/articles/nvidia-datadirect-networks-shine-in-latest-inference-and-storage-benchmark-results- This week in AI: The generative AI boom drives demand for custom chips https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/11/this-week-in-ai-the-generative-ai-boom-drives-demand-for-custom-chips/- India's Kale Logistics raises $30M in global expansion push https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/11/kale-logistics-solutions-funding/- The FTC is setting its sights on generative AI https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/11/the-ftc-is-setting-its-sights-on-generative-ai/- Instacart's IPO price range puts it close to decacorn status https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/11/instacarts-ipo-price-range/- Swedish Students Are Going Back to School and Getting Analog Books https://gizmodo.com/swedish-students-head-back-to-school-with-analog-books-1850826621- Inside Databricks' Contrarian Playbook: Burn $1.5 Billion to Buy Big Growth https://www.theinformation.com/articles/inside-databricks-contrarian-playbook-burn-1-5-billion-to-buy-big-growth- Hitting the Books: Meet Richard Arkwright, the world's first tech titan https://www.engadget.com/hitting-the-books-meet-richard-akrwright-the-worlds-first-tech-titan-205045895.html?src=rss- AI can help write a message to a friend -- but don't do it https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/09/230911141009.htm- Instarcart, Klaviyo and the art of the unicorn haircut https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/11/instarcart-klaviyo-and-the-art-of-the-unicorn-haircut/- Meta Reportedly Building Advanced AI-Language Model to Compete With ChatGPT https://gizmodo.com/meta-building-true-chatgpt-competitor-1850824836- Another Startup Dusts Off IPO Plans As Instacart Sets Valuation, Arm Set To Start Trading https://news.crunchbase.com/public/startup-unicorn-valuations-instacart-arm-klaviyo/

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