The US administration is being influenced by AI companies like OpenAI, potentially creating a dependency within government agencies.
Roblox has filed a lawsuit claiming its design features make children vulnerable to pedophiles, but the company says it's working to improve safety with an AI system called Sentinel, which has led to 1,200 reports of potential child exploitation being submitted to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
SoftBank has conceded that its Stargate project with OpenAI needs more time, according to a statement released by the Japanese conglomerate. The project aims to develop an AI system for autonomous driving, but SoftBank is now seeking additional time to meet its goals.
SoftBank Group Corp. has swung to a quarterly profit, driven by gains from investments in Nvidia Corp. and startups focused on artificial intelligence technologies. Founder Masayoshi Son's bets on AI are paying off as the Vision Fund recovers and assets such as T-Mobile US Inc. holdings are sold, allowing him to double down on AI-related investments.
The UK government's plans for securing Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) are welcomed, but organizations must also prioritize their own security measures. This includes ensuring legacy systems are secured and digital transformation programs adhere to the "Secure By Design" concept from development stage. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) can increase the risk of cyber incidents, but it can also be used for predictive maintenance and bolstering cybersecurity through automated defenses and threat anticipation. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) warns that AI's growing presence in critical infrastructure increases its attack surface, while industrial AI can help human defenders by providing vital information on vulnerabilities and threats.
Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, plans to make its chatbot Grok 2 open source, providing access to the complete source code, training data and methodologies.
CrowdStrike has released an AI-powered detection system aimed at identifying early-stage cyber threats that traditional tools may overlook, according to a recent announcement by the cybersecurity firm.
Deepika Giri, an expert in the field of artificial intelligence, emphasizes the importance of customized AI assistants. According to her, these personalized virtual assistants can significantly enhance user experience by learning individual preferences and adapting to their needs. For instance, a customized AI assistant for a busy professional like Elon Musk might prioritize tasks based on his schedule and deadlines, while a family-oriented AI assistant could focus on managing household chores and entertainment options. By tailoring AI assistants to specific users, companies can increase user engagement and satisfaction, ultimately driving business success.
Expedia Group is leveraging AI to enhance user experience through tailored travel suggestions, as seen in its partnership with Google's Travel Search API. The company aims to provide more accurate and relevant flight and hotel recommendations using machine learning algorithms. This technology also enables the development of chatbots that can assist customers 24/7, improving customer service. Furthermore, AI-powered tools are being used to optimize operational processes, such as predicting demand and streamlining inventory management, at Expedia's Seattle headquarters.