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Good morning! It is August 14, 2024, today. We have some exciting updates in the AI world, from new technological advancements to regulatory developments and security concerns. Let’s dive into the details!
1. China’s Huawei Set to Release AI Chip to Challenge Nvidia
Huawei is preparing to launch a new AI chip designed to compete with Nvidia’s dominant offerings. The chip, developed by Huawei’s semiconductor arm, aims to enhance AI processing capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign technology. This move is part of China’s broader strategy to bolster its tech industry and achieve greater self-sufficiency in critical technologies.
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2. Grok 2: AI Assistant X.AI Launches on X Platform
The social media platform X, owned by Tesla CEO Elon Musk, has been upgraded to the beta version of Grok-2, xAI’s new artificial intelligence tool designed for chat, coding, and reasoning. xAI, an AI startup founded by Musk, introduced the successor to its older generation Grok-1.5 artificial intelligence model for X users on Aug. 13. The Grok-2 AI search assistant is available to X users with Premium and Premium+ memberships. However, it is still not available to users with standard memberships. The newly introduced Grok 2 version will integrate real-time information from the X platform and further apply vision and text understanding to complex user prompts.
Credit: TechCrunch
3. California AI Bill SB 1047 Aims to Prevent AI Disasters, But Silicon Valley Warns It Will Cause One
California’s new AI bill, SB 1047, seeks to implement strict regulations to prevent potential AI-related disasters. However, Silicon Valley experts warn that the bill could stifle innovation and create unforeseen challenges for tech companies. The legislation includes provisions for transparency, accountability, and ethical AI development, aiming to safeguard public interests.
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4. Google Pixel 9 Event: Key Announcements and New Products
At the recent Google Pixel 9 event, several new products and features were unveiled, including the highly anticipated Pixel 9 smartphone. The event showcased advancements in AI integration, with the new Pixel featuring enhanced camera capabilities, improved battery life, and smarter Google Assistant functionalities. Google also introduced new accessories and software updates.
5. Ex-Google CEO: Losing AI Race Due to Work-From-Home Policies
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has criticized the company’s work-from-home policies, claiming they are causing Google to fall behind in the AI race. Schmidt argues that in-person collaboration is crucial for innovation and rapid development in AI technologies. His comments have sparked a debate on the impact of remote work on technological progress.
6. Microsoft Azure AI Assistants Can Be Tricked to Turn Over Patient Data
Security researchers have discovered vulnerabilities in Microsoft Azure’s AI assistants that could be exploited to access sensitive patient data. The findings raise concerns about the security of AI systems in healthcare and the potential risks of data breaches. Microsoft is working to address these vulnerabilities and enhance the security of its AI services.
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