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Mother plucker: Steel fingers guided by AI pluck weeds rapidly and autonomously

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 1y ago

Mother plucker: Steel fingers guided by AI pluck weeds rapidly and autonomously

A Swedish company called Ekobot AB has developed a wheeled robot, Ekobot WEAI, that can autonomously identify and remove weeds from fields using metal fingers. The robot, powered by a battery, weighs 600 kg and operates for 10-12 hours on a single charge. Equipped with a machine vision system and GPS, it can cover approximately 10 hectares in a day. The use of AI-powered weed recognition allows the robot to prevent damage to crops by avoiding accidental plucking. Ekobot's technology has already shown promising results, reducing herbicide use by 70% in onion cultivation. The company plans to expand the availability of this technology in multiple countries.

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AI robots fill in for weed killers and farm hands

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

AI robots fill in for weed killers and farm hands

Aigen, a startup, has developed AI-powered robots, named Element, to tackle labor shortages and herbicide-resistant weeds in U.S. farms. These solar-powered robots, priced at $50,000, mimic human weeding, working autonomously during the day. Their AI communicates wirelessly to ensure effective weeding without damaging crops. Aigen's technology, gaining attention from Amazon Web Services, aims to offer a climate-friendly, cost-effective alternative to traditional farming methods, ensuring better land and crop health.

How Generative AI Is Reshaping Online Trading

Inc42 · 1y ago

How Generative AI Is Reshaping Online Trading

Generative AI is transforming online trading by leveraging algorithms to generate data and make predictions. Market research indicates substantial growth potential for Generative AI in investing and trading in the Indian financial market, with projections estimating a market size of INR 9101 Cr for investing and INR 11.76K Cr for trading by 2032. Generative AI enables traders to simulate market conditions, identify patterns, and develop effective strategies. It excels in predictive analytics, risk management, portfolio optimization, and personalized trading strategies. Additionally, Generative AI enhances productivity by rapidly analyzing data and autonomously executing trades, leading to more efficient and profitable outcomes for traders.

From Conversations to Execution: The Rise of AI Agents

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

From Conversations to Execution: The Rise of AI Agents

AI agents are transforming the AI landscape by evolving from conversational tools to proactive systems. Unlike traditional conversational AI, which provides answers based on inputs, AI agents autonomously execute tasks, manage workflows, and make decisions. They enhance productivity by handling repetitive tasks and integrating across platforms. This shift allows teams to focus on strategic roles, illustrating a move towards AI systems that actively collaborate with humans, augmenting capabilities rather than replacing them.

Former Top Google Researchers Have Made a New Kind of AI Agent

Wired · 1m ago

Former Top Google Researchers Have Made a New Kind of AI Agent

A new AI agent, Asimov, developed by Reflection, a startup founded by former Google researchers, aims to revolutionize software development. Asimov leverages reinforcement learning to understand how software is built, reading code, emails, and documents to improve coding efficiency. While still in development, Reflection claims it outperforms other AI tools, though some experts remain cautious. The company envisions Asimov eventually autonomously building and repairing software, contributing to superintelligent AI advancements.

Conversational AI platform Rifa AI raises $1.1 million from Seaborne Capital - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 24d ago

Conversational AI platform Rifa AI raises $1.1 million from Seaborne Capital - The Economic Times

Rifa AI, a conversational AI platform, has secured $1.1 million in funding from Seaborne Capital to expand in North America and explore new sectors. The startup, founded by IIT Bombay alumni Sameer Fulzele and Shubham Khoker, automates customer interactions using voice AI agents, reducing reliance on human call center staff. Rifa AI claims its technology resolves up to 60% of queries autonomously and reduces human-handled call volume by 70%, targeting sectors like insurance and healthcare.

Snapchat's My AI chatbot sparks controversy with spontaneous story post and technical glitch

Startup News FYI

Startup News FYI · 2y ago

Snapchat's My AI chatbot sparks controversy with spontaneous story post and technical glitch

Snapchat's My AI feature, an in-app AI chatbot introduced earlier this year, briefly exhibited an unexpected behavior that caught the attention of users. The AI autonomously posted a Story on the app and subsequently ceased responding to users' messages, leaving some Snapchat users feeling unsettled.

Large AI models can now create smaller AI tools without humans and train them like a 'big brother,' scientists say

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Large AI models can now create smaller AI tools without humans and train them like a 'big brother,' scientists say

Researchers from MIT, University of California campuses, and AI technology company Aizip claim that large AI models can now autonomously create smaller AI tools without human assistance. These smaller models, which can be generated by more advanced AI models like the one used by ChatGPT, have the potential to greatly impact our daily lives. The team views this as the first step towards self-evolving AI and believes that in the future, large and small AI models will collaborate to build a complete intelligence ecosystem.

Sarvam AI: Bridging India’s language gap in AI

Inshorts · 4m ago

Sarvam AI: Bridging India’s language gap in AI

Sarvam AI is revolutionizing Indian AI by creating language models that truly understand local languages and dialects. With Sarvam-1, trained on real Indian conversations, it empowers farmers, shopkeepers, and students to access AI in their mother tongues. More than translation, it's about inclusion—making advanced technology useful and accessible for every Indian, regardless of language.

AI Is the New Classroom: Gemini Launches "Guided Learning" For Students

StartupTalky

StartupTalky · 21d ago

AI Is the New Classroom: Gemini Launches "Guided Learning" For Students

Google's Gemini has launched "Guided Learning," an AI-powered educational tool designed to aid students in understanding subjects through structured, step-by-step explanations. Differing from traditional AI approaches that provide direct answers, this tool emphasizes comprehension using images, videos, and quizzes, while also creating study guides and flashcards. Currently offering a one-year free AI Pro plan in selected countries, this initiative follows growing AI usage among students, aiming to foster critical thinking and self-directed learning.

The Humane AI Pin worked better than I expected — until it didn’t

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

The Humane AI Pin worked better than I expected — until it didn’t

The Humane AI Pin offers a wearable, AI-powered assistant that aims to keep users connected while unplugging from screens. The pin can be clipped to clothing and uses generative AI to answer questions and fetch relevant information. It features a vision feature that uses the camera to scan and describe scenes. Gesture navigation is also responsive, allowing users to navigate menus by tilting their hands and tapping fingers together. However, there are some limitations, such as the need for off-device AI processing and occasional overheating issues. Overall, the pin is an interesting gadget but may not be the revolutionary device it is marketed as.

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