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AI can compose good music, but humanity still holds the creative baton
8.10.2024
As creators worry about AI’s impact on their livelihoods, a panel at the WCIT 2024 conference in Yerevan, Armenia, highlighted how humans are still the maestros of creativity.
G7 antitrust watchdogs signal possible action on AI sector competition
7.10.2024
The G7 nations want to ensure AI isn’t used to facilitate "collusion” between AI firms that could lead to the sharing of sensitive information or forming a monopoly
Hackers have started using AI to churn out malware
4.10.2024
Researchers at HP found a malware program written by generative AI “in the wild” while investigating a suspicious email
Meta to Resume Training AI With Data From UK Facebook, Instagram Users
14.9.2024
Meta announced it will resume training its artificial intelligence (AI) models using U.K. adult user data to better reflect British culture. This follows a delay due to privacy concerns. Despite initial opposition, Meta has now engaged with U.K. regulators and is nearing the launch of its...
Adobe rival Procreate bets against gen AI to support human creativity
20.8.2024
In stark contrast to mainstream competitors, Procreate has said it would not use Gen AI features in its products to protect artists
Hong Kong issues generative AI guidelines for consumer protection
20.8.2024
The HKMA introduces new principles for using generative AI, emphasizing governance, transparency, and data protection in consumer-facing applications
San Fran city attorney sues sites that ‘undress’ women with AI
16.8.2024
Dek: AI-powered websites allowing users to create nonconsensual nude photos of women and girls were visited 200 million times in the first half of the year
Sotheby's to sell CryptoPunk and Beeple NFT at digital auction
15.8.2024
The online event will occur at 7 pm UTC and end on Aug. 22.
Hong Kong launches generative AI Sandbox for finance sector
14.8.2024
The HKMA collaborates with Cyberport to launch a generative AI sandbox, targeting fintech innovations in finance
Pan-African Tech Firm Cassava Technologies Launches AI Unit
5.8.2024
Africa-focused technology and data services firm Cassava Technologies has created a separate business unit to oversee its artificial intelligence (AI) operations. The AI unit will offer data center, cloud, cybersecurity, fiber connectivity, and renewable energy services. Helping Clients Adopt...
OpenAI’s current business model is ‘untenable’ — Report
3.8.2024
Technology commentator Edward Zitron claims OpenAI will need to make several changes to "survive" beyond two years, but some industry executives disagree
Q2 earnings: AI sector enters flat spin as consumer disinterest in chatbots intensifies
2.8.2024
Despite unbridled optimism and massive spending, generative AI is still a solution looking for a problem
Here's What The Video Game Actors Strike Might Mean For Fortnite And Other Games
1.8.2024
Thousands of video game actors went on strike on July 26 for the first time since 2017. The fight is over AI protections and other issues in contract negotiations with some of the biggest studios and publishers, and will halt work from SAG-AFTRA members on future projects, as well as possibly keep...
Google announces advancements in AI models, emphasizing safety and transparency
1.8.2024
These new models offer additional tools for developers and researchers, contributing to ongoing efforts toward a secure and transparent AI future
Google announces safety, transparency advancements in AI models
1.8.2024
These new models offer additional tools for developers and researchers, contributing to ongoing efforts toward a secure and transparent AI future
Nvidia Just Grew By $329 Billion In A Single Day
31.7.2024
Nvidia started as a humble graphics card maker. Now it’s riding the tech industry’s AI obsession to absurd new heights. The company added $329 billion to its market cap on Wall Street today after a record-breaking day of stock trading, Bloomberg reports.Read more
EA College Football 25 Used AI To Make All 11,000 Players' Faces
31.7.2024
Last year, Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson said AI would help the publisher unlock the “holy grail” of game development. Now he’s confirmed the company has already used it to make its latest sports blockbuster, EA College Football 25. Read more
Summer special: what generative AI could do... for Pac-Man?
30.7.2024
And in more factual news: Steam demo updates & lots of discovery news
Study: AI Success in Africa Depends on Availability of Local Language Data and AI Talent
27.7.2024
According to the latest Global System for Mobile Communications (GSMA) study report, the success of artificial intelligence (AI) in Africa hinges largely on the availability of local language data and addressing the AI skills gap. The report urges African countries to prioritize investment...
Grand Theft Auto 6 Is Exempt From The Game Actors Strike
26.7.2024
SAG-AFTRA game actors are currently on strike against some of the biggest companies in the industry over AI, but that won’t impact the most anticipated games of 2025: Grand Theft Auto VI. It’s one of several in-development projects that is exempt from the labor action. Read more