AI Pulse #24: Forta Nets $55M to Expand Autism Therapy Platform, Elon Musk Wants 25% Tesla Vote for AI Expansion, + MORE
Hello everyone! 👋 Ready for Issue #24? We’ve got a lineup of stories that are as engaging as they are informative, all about the dynamic world of AI and tech.
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In today’s feature, we explore diverse perspectives and big moves in AI. Discover the impact of Elon Musk’s aim for more control in Tesla to push AI expansion. Plus, Forta’s recent $55M funding round is set to revolutionize autism therapy. Dive in for these stories and more!
Top Trending AI News
1. Investors concerned as Elon Musk seeks 25% Tesla voting control for AI expansion
Publisher: CBS News
Published: 1/16/2024
Elon Musk wants 25% voting control of Tesla for AI expansion, causing concern among investors.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Musk wants 25% voting control of Tesla before expanding AI.
2️⃣ Investors worry about Musk’s demand for greater control.
3️⃣ Concerned about Musk taking AI initiatives outside of Tesla.
4️⃣ Musk’s control could force Tesla to make major changes.
5️⃣ Tesla shares slip amid uncertainty over Musk’s demands.
2. GTA 5 Actor Ned Luke Criticizes Unauthorized AI Chatbot
Publisher: TechSpot
Published: 1/16/2024
GTA 5 actor Ned Luke criticizes AI chatbot using his voice without permission; clone of his voice used for racist rants.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Actor Ned Luke criticizes AI chatbot using his voice without permission.
2️⃣ Luke reveals his voice was used for racist rants.
3️⃣ AI company WAME promoted the unauthorized chatbot.
4️⃣ Luke expresses anger and tags Rockstar Games and SAG-AFTRA.
5️⃣ WAME removes the chatbot and acknowledges ethical concerns.
3. Frigid Chicago Turns EV Charging Stations into ‘Car Graveyards’
Publisher: Breitbart Tech
Published: 1/16/2024
Severe cold weather in Chicago causes EV charging stations to be filled with dead Teslas and stranded electric vehicles.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Severe cold causes dead EVs in Chicago.
2️⃣ Tesla cars stranded without power in freezing temperatures.
3️⃣ Subzero temperatures impact EV batteries.
4️⃣ Long lines and abandoned cars at charging stations.
5️⃣ Learning curve for EV owners in extreme weather.
4. Microsoft Copilot Introduces $20 Monthly Fee for Premium Features
Publisher: Gizmodo
Published: 1/16/2024
Microsoft Copilot is introducing a $20 monthly subscription for advanced features, along with a new mobile app and availability on Microsoft 365 without a purchase minimum rule.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Microsoft Copilot’s coolest features require a $20 monthly fee.
2️⃣ Copilot app coming to Android and iOS devices.
3️⃣ Copilot Pro enhances image creation and allows building your own GPT.
4️⃣ Copilot mobile app available for free download.
5️⃣ Copilot now accessible to Microsoft 365 users without purchase minimum.
5. Bill Gates: AI’s Impact on Our Lives in 5 Years
Publisher: CNN
Published: 1/16/2024
Bill Gates predicts that artificial intelligence will transform our lives in the next five years, making tasks easier and creating new job opportunities.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ AI will transform our lives in 5 years.
2️⃣ Bill Gates believes new job opportunities will arise with AI, just as they did with past technologies.
3️⃣ AI will make doctors’ paperwork more efficient.
4️⃣ Accessing AI will be easy through existing devices and internet connections.
5️⃣ OpenAI’s ChatGPT-4 has impressive capabilities and can be used in education and the medical sector.
6. IMF: AI Threatens 40% of Global Jobs
Publisher: CNN
Published: 1/15/2024
Rise of AI could affect 40% of jobs worldwide, deepen inequality, and require social safety nets and retraining programs, warns IMF chief.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ AI could affect 40% of global jobs, deepening inequality.
2️⃣ Governments should establish safety nets and retraining programs.
3️⃣ AI will worsen inequality in advanced economies more than emerging markets.
4️⃣ Many developing countries lack infrastructure to benefit from AI.
5️⃣ AI could increase social unrest as younger workers embrace the technology.
7. OpenAI Forms University Partnership
Publisher: CNBC
Published: 1/18/2024
OpenAI partners with Arizona State University to provide access to ChatGPT Enterprise for coursework, tutoring, research, and more.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ OpenAI partners with Arizona State University for AI tutoring.
2️⃣ ASU will have full access to ChatGPT Enterprise for coursework, tutoring, and research.
3️⃣ The partnership has been in the works for at least six months.
4️⃣ ASU plans to build a personalized AI tutor and AI avatars for study help.
5️⃣ OpenAI aims to expand the use of ChatGPT by higher education institutions.
8. Apple Relocating AI Team from San Diego to Austin, But Many Unwilling to Move
Publisher: Fortune
Published: 1/15/2024
Apple is closing an AI team in San Diego, giving employees the option to relocate to Austin or face termination.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Apple shuts down AI team in San Diego, putting jobs at risk.
2️⃣ Employees must choose to relocate to Austin or face termination.
3️⃣ Staff focused on improving Siri in multiple languages.
4️⃣ Majority of workers unwilling to move, raising prospects of job losses.
5️⃣ Apple offers relocation stipends and severance packages to affected employees.
9. OpenAI’s Sam Altman: AI Shouldn’t Make Life-or-Death Decisions
Publisher: CNN
Published: 1/18/2024
OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, believes that AI should not be making life-or-death decisions and that humans will continue to have control over important choices.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ CEO of OpenAI says AI should not make life-or-death decisions.
2️⃣ Sam Altman believes AI is good for brainstorming and coding, but not for driving cars.
3️⃣ Generative AI gives humans better tools but people are still the main focus.
4️⃣ AI could affect 40% of jobs worldwide, according to the International Monetary Fund.
5️⃣ Both Altman and Salesforce CEO emphasize the need to regulate AI to mitigate potential risks.
10. AI and Holograms Resurrect King of Rock ‘n’ Roll
Publisher: Fox News
Published: 1/18/2024
AI and hologram technology bring Elvis Presley back to life in an immersive show where fans can interact with the legendary musician.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ AI and holograms bring Elvis back to life.
2️⃣ Fans can interact with digital Elvis.
3️⃣ “Elvis Evolution” uses cutting-edge technology.
4️⃣ Experience his amazing career and personal life.
5️⃣ Show launching in London, plans for other cities.
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