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BUSINESS

Sep 24, 2024

Altman’s optimistic AI superintelligence timeline faces criticism over feasibility and societal impact

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Photo by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay At a time when OpenAI is seeking substantial funding—between $5 billion and $7 billion—to expand its capabilities, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman broadly proclaims superintelligent artificial intelligence (AI)

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NEWS

Aug 1, 2024

Apple Intelligence preview debuts in iOS 18.1 beta with advanced AI features

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Apple released the initial preview of Apple Intelligence alongside the iOS 18.1 developer beta, showcasing an artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced experience and drastic improvements in Siri. The Apple Intelligence System, a suite of new

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ENTERTAINMENT

Jul 23, 2024

Silicon Intelligence, Super Brain, offer digital resurrection of loved ones with AI

Sophia Feona Cantiller

The line between grief, technology, and ethics has given rise to a novel market: the creation of digital avatars of the deceased. Taking advantage of artificial intelligence (AI), corporations are now offering families a new

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

Nov 22, 2024

Thorn and Hive launch AI tool to combat CSAM and protect digital spaces

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Thorn and Hive, who first partnered in April 2024, are expanding their efforts to combat child sexual abuse material (CSAM) with a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool. Announced yesterday, November 21, this new API integrates

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

Nov 21, 2024

Google Gemini now remembers your preferences—diet, hobbies, and aspirations

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Google's Gemini is getting smarter and more personal. The company recently rolled out a memory feature that allows its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot to remember user preferences, personal information, and interests, providing more relevant

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REVIEW

Nov 20, 2024

Pixlr Review: Uncovering Features, Tools, and Performance

Jonalyn Dionio

The Pixlr editor is a widely loved photo editing tool known for its innovative AI-powered features. Popular among beginners and pros, it simplifies image creation and editing. With tools like text-to-image generation,

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NEWS

Nov 20, 2024

Microsoft Teams’ new AI feature lets you speak nine languages in your own voice

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Microsoft is introducing a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature in Teams called the "Interpreter," to clone user voices for real-time speech-to-speech translation. Launching in early 2025, this feature aims to break down

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

Nov 19, 2024

AI-powered gene research opens new doors for cancer drug development

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory have developed a groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) model, EPBDxDNABERT-2, which is transforming gene regulation research. This new model has demonstrated a 9.6% improvement in predicting where transcription

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TOP STORIES

Nov 18, 2024

Chatty AI granny keeps scammers tangled in endless calls

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Virgin Media O2 has found an unexpected hero in the fight against phone scammers: an artificial intelligence (AI) bot named Daisy. By mimicking an elderly person, Daisy uses her charm and seemingly endless patience to

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BUSINESS

Nov 18, 2024

AI-fueled experience desks to overtake IT helpdesks by 2027, survey finds

Michael Anthony Bitoon

The days of the traditional IT helpdesk are numbered as artificial intelligence (AI) solutions are emerging as part of a new proactive model known as the "experience desk,"  focusing on improving employee experience. According to

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BUSINESS

Nov 16, 2024

AMD cuts 1,000 jobs as it targets AI market over gaming chips

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is laying off 4% of its workforce, approximately 1,000 employees, as the company realigns its focus towards artificial intelligence (AI) chips. The decision, announced on November 13, comes amid declining

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NEWS

Nov 16, 2024

Google launches scam detection feature for Pixel phones using on-device AI

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Google is rolling out its latest Scam Detection feature for Pixel users, first announced back in May during the Google I/O 2024 conference. Available for Pixel 6 and newer models, this feature uses artificial

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BUSINESS

Nov 14, 2024

Can OpenAI’s SimpleQA truly address AI hallucinations in complex domains?

Michael Anthony Bitoon

OpenAI's SimpleQA benchmark, announced on October 30, aims to tackle "hallucinations" in generative artificial intelligence (AI)—where models produce incorrect or misleading information. SimpleQA uses short, fact-based questions with one clear answer to

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ENTERTAINMENT

Nov 13, 2024

MIT uses AI-generated environments to teach robot dogs parkour

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Researchers at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) have developed a virtual training method called LucidSim, which uses generative artificial intelligence (AI) data for robots to learn parkour-like movements. Their findings,

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Best AI Image Generator

REVIEW

Nov 12, 2024

Best AI Image Generators for Unique and Creative Results

Jonalyn Dionio

AI image generators are revolutionizing how visuals are created, catering to both creative and professional needs. Marketers use these tools to design eye-catching graphics, while artists rely on them to produce realistic artworks and

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

Nov 12, 2024

OpenAI’s Orion struggles to outpace GPT-4, signaling AI’s next challenge

Michael Anthony Bitoon

The progress of artificial intelligence (AI) is hitting a speed bump. OpenAI’s upcoming model, Orion, promises only minor improvements over GPT-4, signaling that rapid advancements in AI might be slowing. Orion, expected to

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AI Chatbot

REVIEW

Nov 8, 2024

AI Chatbot: A Comprehensive Guide with Top Picks

Jonalyn Dionio

ChatGPT was the first AI chatbot to mainstream AI-powered, human-like conversations. Since then, more advanced AI chatbots have hit the market, each packed with unique features that allow users to do even more.

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NEWS

Nov 7, 2024

Facing financial strain, OpenAI looks to hardware with Meta AR veteran

Michael Anthony Bitoon

OpenAI is taking baby steps into the hardware world by hiring Caitlin Kalinowski, a former Meta's augmented reality (AR) lead, to lead its robotics and consumer hardware projects. Kalinowski, who began her role on

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