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Mihup in talks with top automaker for in-car voice assistant: CEO
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5m ago
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Mihup, a conversational intelligence firm, is in talks with "one of the largest car makers in India" to integrate its in-car voice assistant, CEO Tapan Barman confirmed. The firm plans an IPO within two years. With over a million cars using Mihup now, the company aims to expand its AI-driven voice tech for global and Indian markets, Barman claimed.
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OpenAI on the defensive after multiple PR setbacks in one week
Arstechnica
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1y ago
Medial
OpenAI has faced a week of negative attention and criticism following the preview of its flirty AI assistant with a voice similar to Scarlett Johansson's. The company received ridicule from The Daily Show and a mention on Saturday Night Live. As a result, OpenAI announced it would pause the use of the voice. On top of that, two key safety researchers, Ilya Sutskever and Jan Leike, resigned from the company's Superalignment team, accusing OpenAI of prioritizing "shiny products" over safety research. OpenAI's CEO acknowledged the need for improvement in alignment research and safety culture. Critics like Yann LeCun argue that controlling AI systems smarter than humans requires careful engineering and iterative refinements.
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Porsche to integrate Google Maps, Assistance into future cars
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Porsche will integrate Google Maps and Google Assistant into its future cars, providing drivers with enhanced navigation and assistance features. The collaboration between the luxury car manufacturer and the tech giant aims to improve the driving experience and offer convenient access to various services and information through voice commands and integrated maps. This integration reflects the ongoing trend of automotive companies partnering with technology companies to enhance the connectivity and functionality of vehicles.
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People are speaking with ChatGPT for hours, bringing 2013’s Her closer to reality
Arstechnica
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1y ago
Medial
People are spending hours having conversations with OpenAI's ChatGPT AI assistant, resembling the concept of forming emotional connections with AI portrayed in the movie "Her." ChatGPT's voice features allow users to engage in lengthy discussions, resembling Joaquin Phoenix's character in the film who falls in love with an AI personality. While ChatGPT is not as situationally aware or intimate as Samantha in the movie, users still find comfort in conversing with the AI assistant for entertainment and brainstorming purposes. The realistic voice interaction, although not flawless, adds to the immersive experience.
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Best noise cancelling headphones for pure audio bliss
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
We have curated a list of the top 7 noise cancelling headphones that provide an enhanced audio experience, improved focus, and a peaceful environment. Some of the highlighted options include the Soundcore by Anker Space One Active Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones with strong voice reduction, the Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless headphones with 40-hour battery life and quick charging, and the Bose Noise Cancelling 700 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones with voice assistant integration. We also provide tips on how to find the best noise cancelling headphones and answer common FAQs.
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OpenAI Spring Update event today: What to expect and where to watch live-stream?
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
OpenAI is set to provide updates to its AI models, including ChatGPT and GPT-4, during its Spring Update event. While there were rumors of OpenAI developing a search engine and announcing GPT-5, CEO Sam Altman has denied these speculations. The event may introduce a new AI voice assistant, potentially competing with Siri and Google Assistant, offering improved image and audio interpretation. Additionally, OpenAI may include phone call capabilities in ChatGPT. The event will be live-streamed on OpenAI's official website.
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Waymo scores a critical robotaxi permit, Fisker cuts more workers and Apple car fades away
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
In this week's edition of TechCrunch Mobility, Waymo's co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana discusses the Apple Car project, Waymo's expansion plans in Los Angeles, and its approval to operate commercial robotaxis in multiple locations. Other notable news includes Fisker's talks with Nissan to collaborate on an electric pickup truck, Polestar securing a $950 million loan, and Range Energy raising $23.5 million for its electric-powered trailers. Additionally, Apple cancels its plans for an autonomous electric car, and Waymo's robotaxi in LA encounters a minor crash.
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Huawei to move smart car operations to new joint company with Changan
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Huawei is planning to transfer its smart car operations to a new joint company with Chinese automaker Changan. The move comes as Huawei seeks to expand its presence in the automotive industry and leverage its expertise in communications technology. The new company will focus on developing smart car components, intelligent driving systems, and other related technologies, marking Huawei's latest venture into the fast-growing electric vehicle market.
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Gemini for Home is Google’s biggest smart home play in years
The Verge
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9d ago
Medial
Google has announced "Gemini for Home," an AI-powered voice assistant set to debut later in the year on Nest smart speakers and displays. This new assistant, replacing the current Google Assistant, will enhance hands-free control over smart home devices. It leverages advanced AI capabilities for more natural interactions and complex task management. The rollout starts in October, offering both free and paid tiers, with enhancements like Gemini Live for conversational interactions.
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Brave is launching its AI assistant on iPhone and iPad
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
Brave has announced the launch of its AI assistant, Leo, for iPhone and iPad users. Leo allows users to ask questions, summarize pages, create content, and offers voice-to-text capability for easier interaction. It competes with other AI assistants like ChatGPT, and offers features like generating reports, translations, transcriptions, and coding assistance. Brave is hoping to provide users with a built-in AI assistant to reduce the need for external services. The iOS rollout follows its previous launch on Android and desktop platforms. Opera also joined the AI assistant race last year with its Aria assistant.
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Say goodbye to THESE Google Assistant features: Removal date set for January 26
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Google is making changes to its Assistant, removing certain features to improve user experience and focus on quality and reliability. Some of the discontinued features include playing audiobooks with voice commands, setting media alarms, managing cookbooks, and controlling stopwatches via voice. Voice commands for calling devices and broadcasting messages to Google Family Groups will also be discontinued. The changes will take effect from January 26, 2024.
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