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AI transcripts create dangerous errors
Researchers have found that OpenAI’s Whisper transcription tool is prone to frequent hallucinations, inventing text that never appears in recordings. This is particularly concerning as the tool is widely used in healthcare settings. A Michigan researcher discovered fabricated text in 80% of examined transcriptions, with hallucinations ranging from non-existent medical treatments to racial commentary. Despite OpenAI’s warnings against high-risk applications, over 30,000 medical professionals use Whisper-based tools.
Perplexity AI search platform handles over 100M weekly queries
Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinvas announced that the AI search platform now processes more than 100 million queries per week. This milestone highlights the growing popularity and adoption of AI-powered search tools. The platform’s ability to handle such a high volume of queries demonstrates its scalability and potential impact on how people access information online.
Coinbase launches AI-powered crypto trading bot tool
Coinbase has introduced ‘Based Agent,’ a tool that allows users to create AI-powered crypto trading bots with on-chain capabilities. The tool integrates OpenAI and Replit technologies, enabling users to set up these bots in under three minutes. This development could make automated crypto trading more accessible to a wider range of users and potentially impact the cryptocurrency market dynamics.
Disney prepares to unveil major AI initiative
Disney is reportedly getting ready to announce a significant AI initiative focused on post-production and visual effects workflows. This move marks the content giant’s first major embrace of AI technology in its production processes. The initiative could potentially streamline Disney’s content creation pipeline and set new industry standards for incorporating AI in entertainment production.
EngineAI introduces SE01 humanoid robot
EngineAI has unveiled the SE01, a life-sized humanoid robot designed to mimic human movement closely. The robot uses advanced neural networks and a specially designed joint system to achieve a natural gait. EngineAI plans to increase production to 1,000 units annually by 2025, aiming to introduce the robot in both home and industrial settings. This development could have significant implications for the robotics industry and human-robot interaction.
ElevenLabs releases Voice Design tool
ElevenLabs has launched Voice Design, a tool that allows users to generate unique voices from text prompts alone. This technology could have wide-ranging applications in various industries, including entertainment, customer service, and accessibility. The ability to create custom voices on demand may change how businesses approach voice-based content and interactions.
OpenAI senior adviser Miles Brundage departs
Miles Brundage, who served as OpenAI’s senior adviser for the AGI readiness team, has left the company to focus on independent policy research. His departure could signal shifts in OpenAI’s approach to artificial general intelligence (AGI) development and policy. Brundage’s move to independent research may also contribute to broader discussions on AI ethics and governance.
Microsoft quietly releases OmniParser tool
Microsoft has silently released OmniParser, a tool for parsing clickable buttons and icons from screenshots. This tool could be valuable for user interface designers, developers, and researchers working on improving human-computer interaction. OmniParser’s capabilities may also have applications in accessibility technology and automated testing of graphical user interfaces.
Goodreads co-founder launches Smashing app
The co-founder of Goodreads has introduced Smashing, a new app that curates web content such as news articles and blog posts. The app incorporates AI technology and community features to enhance the content discovery experience. Smashing could potentially disrupt how people consume online content and may offer new opportunities for content creators and publishers to reach audiences.
Anchor co-founders working on new AI educational startup
The co-founders of Anchor, which was sold to Spotify, are now developing a new educational startup called Oboe. The venture aims to democratize access to learning through AI technology. Oboe could potentially transform the education technology sector by making personalized learning more accessible and effective for a wider range of students.
Grok now understands images
Elon Musk’s xAI has upgraded its Grok AI system with image-understanding capabilities. The system can now interpret information-rich diagrams and charts. This enhancement could have significant implications for data analysis, scientific research, and visual communication across various industries. Grok’s new abilities may also impact the development of more advanced AI systems capable of processing and understanding visual information.
Document feature extraction with ChatGPT
An article has been published discussing document feature extraction using ChatGPT. This technique could be particularly useful for businesses dealing with large volumes of documents, helping to automate information retrieval and analysis. The application of ChatGPT in this context may lead to more efficient document processing in industries such as finance, legal, and healthcare.
How to build a real-time image generator with Flux and Together AI
A tutorial has been released on building a real-time image generator using Flux and Together AI. This guide could be valuable for developers and businesses looking to incorporate AI-generated imagery into their applications or services. The ability to create images in real-time has potential applications in areas such as design, marketing, and interactive media.
AI Tools
🤖 Copymatic: AI-powered copywriter and content writer that helps you create digital ads, website copy or blog content in seconds.
📝 ClickUp: Chat and work in one place, enhanced with AI for better productivity.
✍️ Agent Gold: AI platform to automatically create engaging social media or email content based on your voice.
🔍 Chatnode: Build and train AI chatbots for websites and research projects easily.
🎨 Ebsynth: Animate still images into fluid, dynamic scenes using AI technology.
🏋️ Supafit: AI personal trainer for tracking and optimizing your fitness journey.
💡 Moonbeam: AI-driven platform to write essays, articles, stories, and other long-form content.
🎥 Loomos: Transform rough screen recordings into polished professional videos effortlessly.
💰 Pricing Maker: Generate effective pricing strategies for products or SaaS services with AI assistance.
🧠 SLIViT: AI framework designed for accurate analysis of 3D medical images using smaller datasets.
📈 Disney AI Initiative: Disney’s upcoming AI project focused on streamlining post-production and VFX tasks.
💻 Project Jarvis: Google’s experimental AI assistant aims to autonomously manage web browser tasks.
AI Jobs
💼 The Rundown: Social Media Manager position available for managing online community engagement and brand presence.
🚗 Waymo: Technical Lead Manager, Simulation for creating and overseeing virtual models and testing environments.
💻 Glean: Web Developer role focused on building and maintaining functional and aesthetically pleasing web properties.
📊 Anyscale: Product Manager for Observability tasked with improving product insights and user experience.
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