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AI chatbots are trying to join the race for president
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
OpenAI suspended a developer's account for creating a ChatGPT-powered bot called Dean.Bot, designed to support Dean Phillips' 2024 presidential campaign. The developer violated OpenAI's new rules prohibiting the use of ChatGPT for political purposes. Dean.Bot engaged with constituents, mimicking Phillips' voice to answer questions about the upcoming election. The AI creation was funded by the Super PAC We Deserve Better and developed in partnership with AI developer Delphi. OpenAI recently introduced rules against using ChatGPT for political campaigning or lobbying. Other tech companies like Google and Meta have also implemented policies regarding AI-generated content in campaign materials.
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Nvidia’s new AI chip delayed due to design flaws, says report | Mint
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Nvidia's upcoming AI chips are facing a delay of at least three months due to design flaws, impacting customers such as Meta, Google, and Microsoft. The delay was reported by sources indicating that shipments aren't expected until Q1 2025. While Nvidia did not comment on the delay, they reassured that production is on track. In other news, Nvidia's market value surged by $329 billion, aided by expectations of high demand for its processors after Microsoft reported increased AI expenditures. Rival chipmakers Intel and AMD are also trying to catch up in the AI chip race.
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AI Chatbots Can Guess Your Personal Information From What You Type
Wired
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1y ago
Medial
New research reveals that chatbots like ChatGPT can infer sensitive personal information about users, even from seemingly innocuous conversations. The study found that large language models, which power advanced chatbots, can accurately guess a person's race, location, occupation, and more. This poses privacy concerns as scammers could exploit this capability to harvest sensitive data from unsuspecting users, while companies could use it for targeted advertising. Fixing this problem is challenging as it stems from the way these models are trained using vast amounts of web content.
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SoftBank and OpenAI's Stargate AI project scales back, plans smaller data centre by year-end: WSJ - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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14d ago
Medial
Stargate, an ambitious AI project by OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle, is now focusing on a smaller data center in Ohio due to internal disagreements. Originally aimed to expand U.S. AI capabilities with $100 billion funding, the initiative was supported by President Trump to create 100,000 jobs. Despite a scale-back, the companies are advancing multiple projects urgently. Stargate highlights U.S. efforts in the AI race against China by enhancing energy capacity.
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Amazon, Microsoft lead efforts to tackle inherent biases in GenAI
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Amazon and Microsoft are spearheading projects to minimize biases in generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots. They aim to address biases associated with large language models (LLMs) by mitigating gender, caste, race, and region-based biases. Bengaluru-based AI startup Karya is working on a method to identify and reduce gender biases in datasets. Microsoft is investing in research to identify and mitigate fairness-related harms, while Amazon is implementing measures such as data annotation guidelines and inclusive prompts to reduce gender biases in LLMs. Experts suggest diverse training data, unbiased evaluation, and industry-wide commitment to responsible AI development as key strategies.
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Finance Ministry bans use of ChatGPT, DeepSeek for official purposes. Here’s why
Livemint
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6m ago
Medial
The Indian Finance Ministry has advised employees against using AI tools like ChatGPT and DeepSeek for official work due to confidentiality risks concerning government data. This advisory aligns with global concerns about AI privacy, as seen with DeepSeek's scrutiny and bans elsewhere, including Italy. Meanwhile, India plans to develop competitive AI models to join the global AI race. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's visit coincides with these developments, highlighting India's focus on AI innovation and data privacy solutions.
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The companies betting they can profit from Google search’s demise
Livemint
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1m ago
Medial
Startups are investing in tools designed to adapt to changes in online consumer behavior, where AI chatbots are replacing traditional search engines like Google. As users increasingly turn to AI-driven platforms like ChatGPT and Perplexity for online queries, these companies aim to support brands in transitioning to a future where customers use chatbots for their browsing and purchasing needs.
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Despite cheating fears, schools repeal ChatGPT bans
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Walla Walla High School in Washington state is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, like ChatGPT, into its curriculum. The school district held a workshop on AI chatbots for educators, marking a significant shift from earlier this year when they blocked access to ChatGPT due to concerns about misinformation and cheating. Now, educators are considering how to use chatbots as tools for teaching writing, lesson planning, and creativity. The school district aims to prepare students for the AI-powered world they will inherit, recognizing the need for balancing the benefits and potential drawbacks of AI in education.
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Google Search is under attack. Why ChatGPT won’t overthrow it yet.
Livemint
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24d ago
Medial
Younger users are increasingly using AI chatbots like ChatGPT for information. However, Google Search remains the leading search engine, as indicated by a survey of 2,400 users covered by Citi Research. Analysts from Citi are not concerned about ChatGPT overtaking Google, reaffirming a positive outlook on Alphabet's stock. Despite the rise of AI chatbots, Google maintains its dominance in the search engine market.
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ChatGPT vs. Gemini: Which AI Chatbot Subscription Is Right for You?
Wired
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1y ago
Medial
The article discusses the comparison between AI chatbots ChatGPT Plus and Gemini Advanced. It highlights the generality of these chatbots and the difficulty of assessing their technical prowess in relation to user experience. The author suggests that while the subscription may be useful for specialized needs or experimentation, the basic free versions of these chatbots are competent and powerful. The article also provides a comparison of features and integrations offered by Gemini Advanced, ChatGPT Plus, and Copilot Pro. It advises caution in sharing sensitive information with chatbots and mentions language limitations. Overall, the author acknowledges the value of these chatbots for power users and early adopters, but also acknowledges that current AI capabilities may not match the hype.
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The Generative AI Boom Could Fuel a New International Arms Race
Wired
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1y ago
Medial
Governments worldwide are increasingly exploring the use of AI algorithms like ChatGPT for information campaigns, leading to concerns of an AI arms race focused on misinformation. Researchers from organizations like RAND and the Special Competitive Studies Project have highlighted the potential misuse of generative AI for propaganda and manipulation. While there's no direct evidence of this happening, the reports suggest that countries are likely considering such applications. To prevent an AI-driven information arms race, experts recommend promoting transparency, trust, and international collaboration to address the risks associated with generative AI.
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