AI Pulse #32: 0G Secures $35M for AI in Web3 Innovation, Harris Pushes AI Policy for Federal Agencies, +MORE
Hello everyone! 👋 We’re back with issue #31 of our newsletter, ready to dive into the latest innovations and insights.
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Latest Funding News
In this issue, we’re excited to highlight some major advancements. First, Vice President Harris has announced a new OMB policy focusing on AI governance and innovation within federal agencies. Then, there’s the buzz about 0G, a company that’s just raised $35 million to bring AI into the Web3 ecosystem through modular innovation. These stories are just the beginning, so keep reading for more groundbreaking news!
Top Trending AI News
1. Harris Unveils OMB Policy for Better AI Use in Governance and Risk Management
Publisher: White House Briefing Room
Published: 3/28/2024
VP Kamala Harris announces new policy to mitigate AI risks, boosting safety, equity, and innovation as part of President Biden’s AI Executive Order.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ VP Harris announces a new policy to ensure safe AI use.
2️⃣ New AI policy focuses on public safety and rights.
3️⃣ Agencies must adhere to AI safeguards by Dec 2024.
4️⃣ AI transparency and public reporting required.
5️⃣ Federal effort aims to lead in responsible AI use.
2. Biden Administration Sets New AI Usage Rules for Federal Agencies
Publisher: USA Today
Published: 3/28/2024
Biden administration announces AI policies for federal use, focusing on public safety, transparency, and global leadership, directed by VP Harris.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Biden sets new AI rules for safety and rights.
2️⃣ AI transparency boosted by listing systems online.
3️⃣ U.S. agencies to have chief AI officers.
4️⃣ Global model for AI ethics and safety aimed.
5️⃣ AI to undergo safety tests before public use.
3. California City Trains AI To Spot Homeless Encampments
Publisher: The Guardian
Published: 3/25/2024
San Jose experiments with AI to detect homelessness by mounting cameras on vehicles, a first in the U.S., sparking concerns over privacy and the targeting of unhoused residents.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ San Jose tests AI to spot homelessness.
2️⃣ Tech firms join San Jose’s AI experiment.
3️⃣ AI targets tents, cars as homes in San Jose.
4️⃣ Privacy concerns rise in San Jose’s AI project.
5️⃣ San Jose’s AI may influence other cities.
4. AI Replaces ‘Mamma Mia!’ Star On BBC Show To Mimic Voice Of The Dying
Publisher: Deadline
Published: 3/28/2024
BBC uses AI to recreate voice in documentary, replacing Sara Poyzer. AI represents a person’s voice at life’s end, with the family’s consent.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ BBC Uses AI to Voice Dying Person’s Words.
2️⃣ Actress Sara Poyzer Replaced by AI, Sparks Debate.
3️⃣ BBC Stops AI for Doctor Who After Viewer Complaints.
4️⃣ Equity Fights Against AI Replacing Actors.
5️⃣ AI’s Role in Creative Industries Under Scrutiny.
5. Intel Confirms Copilot AI to Run Locally, Requires 40 TOPS for Next-Gen PCs
Publisher: Tom’s Hardware
Published: 3/27/2024
Intel confirms Copilot will run locally on PCs and mentions a 40 TOPS requirement for next-gen AI PCs, marking a shift from cloud to local processing for improved performance and privacy.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Copilot AI to run locally on PCs soon.
2️⃣ AI PCs need 40 TOPS NPU performance.
3️⃣ First AI PC wave already shipping.
4️⃣ Intel plans next-gen AI chips.
5️⃣ Microsoft focuses on battery life.
6. Is Your Company Ready For The Generative AI Revolution
Publisher: Harvard Business Review
Published: 3/26/2024
Organizations are eager to leverage generative AI, but CDOs and data teams face challenges in data preparedness and must enhance their data strategies for effective implementation.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Companies are rushing to use generative AI.
2️⃣ Data prep for generative AI is lacking.
3️⃣ Most firms aren’t yet gaining from generative AI.
4️⃣ Quality data is key for generative AI success.
5️⃣ Data leaders see generative AI as transformative.
7. Sheryl Crow Discusses Stevie Nicks, Olivia Rodrigo, and AI Fears in Music
Publisher: USA Today
Published: 3/28/2024
Sheryl Crow releases “Evolution,” her 12th album, despite saying 2019’s “Threads” might be her last, citing changes in how audiences consume music.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Sheryl Crow releases “Evolution,” not her last album.
2️⃣ Crow questions AI’s impact on music’s future.
3️⃣ Rock & Roll Hall of Fame honors Crow.
4️⃣ “Evolution” reflects Crow’s current thoughts.
5️⃣ Crow to tour, balancing music with family time.
8. Lenovo Sees Record Demand for AMD Instinct MI300, to Offer Broad AI Solutions
Publisher: Tom’s Hardware
Published: 3/28/2024
AI server demand hits record high with Nvidia leading but AMD, Intel see rising interest, per Lenovo. AI hardware competition benefits all, as enterprise clients seek options.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ AI server demand hits record high.
2️⃣ Nvidia leads but AMD gains ground.
3️⃣ Lenovo sees unprecedented AMD demand.
4️⃣ AI market competition heats up.
5️⃣ Lenovo aims for wide AI hardware selection.
9. UK Project Uses AI to Track Hedgehog Populations
Publisher: The Guardian
Published: 3/25/2024
AI to track UK hedgehog populations for the first time, aiming to estimate numbers and understand decline causes, involving public spotters and conservation efforts.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ AI tracks UK hedgehogs for the first time.
2️⃣ Cameras and AI to differentiate wildlife.
3️⃣ Volunteers to help analyze hedgehog data.
4️⃣ Study aims to reverse hedgehog decline.
5️⃣ Project opens new doors in conservation.
10. Google’s AI Search Results Linked to Malware and Scam Sites
Publisher: BleepingComputer
Published: 3/25/2024
Google’s AI ‘Search Generative Experience’ recommends scam sites leading to fake giveaways and tech scams, raising concerns about AI-powered search reliability.
TAKEAWAYS
1️⃣ Google’s AI suggests scam sites.
2️⃣ Scammers use Google AI for spam.
3️⃣ AI search links to fake giveaways.
4️⃣ Google AI spreads browser spam.
5️⃣ Google fights against AI spam scams.
AI Image of the Week
Prompt:
/imagine: Adult coloring book pages featuring a bird’s-eye axonometric perspective of Columbus, Ohio neighborhoods. The design should include the city skyline and Scioto Mile in the backdrop, alongside bike trails, residential homes, shops, and commercial establishments in the forefront. The artistic approach should lean towards a cartoonish interpretation with rounded contours, minimalistic details, and a doodle-like essence. The illustrations are to be in black and white, emphasizing outlines without shading. –ar 3:2
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