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Snap previews its real-time image model that can generate AR experiences
At the Augmented World Expo on Tuesday, Snap teased an early version of its real-time, on-device image diffusion model that can generate vivid AR experiences. The company also unveiled generative AI tools for AR creators. Snap co-founder and CTO Bobby Murphy said on-stage that the model is small enough to run on a smartphone and […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
MIT-Takeda Program wraps up with 16 publications, a patent, and nearly two dozen projects completed
The program focused on AI in health care, drawing on Takeda’s R&D experience in drug development and MIT’s deep expertise in AI.
Former Snap engineer launches Butterflies, a social network where AIs and humans coexist
Butterflies wants to let users create AI personas that then take on their own lives and coexist with others. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
How to use GPT-4o Voice Mode
In this tutorial, learn how to maximize your content creation with GPT-4o Voice Mode. Discover the step-by-step process to effectively use this cutting-edge feature.
News of The Week: Scarlett Johansson Vs OpenAI GPT-4o
In this episode of News of The Week, we dive into a surprising clash between Scarlett Johansson and OpenAI. What happened when Johansson declined a request from OpenAI’s CEO, only to find out her voice might still be part of their latest ChatGPT model? Tune in to discover the full story, the fallout, and what it means for AI and celebrity rights.
Apple Developer Academy adds AI training for students and alumni
Apple is continuing its AI push, this time with its education offering. The company announced on Tuesday that it will train all Apple Developer Academy students and mentors on the fundamental of AI. Apple Developer Academy alumni can also take part in the training. Starting this fall, students will learn how to build, train, and […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Researchers leverage shadows to model 3D scenes, including objects blocked from view
This technique could lead to safer autonomous vehicles, more efficient AR/VR headsets, or faster warehouse robots.
Simplicity versus adaptability: Understanding the balance between habitual and goal-directed behaviors
Scientists have proposed a new AI method in which systems of habitual and goal-directed behaviors learn to help each other. Through computer simulations that mimicked the exploration of a maze, the method quickly adapts to changing environments and also reproduced the behavior of humans and animals after they had been accustomed to a certain environment for a long time. The study not only paves the way for the development of systems that adapt quickly and reliably in the burgeoning field of AI, but also provides clues to how we make decisions in the fields of neuroscience and psychology.
AI recognizes athletes' emotions
Using computer-assisted neural networks, researchers have been able to accurately identify affective states from the body language of tennis players during games. For the first time, they trained a model based on artificial intelligence (AI) with data from actual games. Their study demonstrates that AI can assess body language and emotions with accuracy similar to that of humans. However, it also points to ethical concerns.
Understanding the visual knowledge of language models
LLMs trained primarily on text can generate complex visual concepts through code with self-correction. Researchers used these illustrations to train an image-free computer vision system to recognize real photos.
10 Must-Read Books on the Impact of AI, Robotics and Automation
Artificial intelligence and robotics technology continues to drive automation across all sectors of industry. TechRepublic Premium presents a list of books that offer insights into where this tech is headed, how it’s being put to use and the ways it will impact the modern workforce. Featured text from the download: Mastering AI: A Survival Guide ...
Autify launches Zenes, an AI agent for software quality assurance
With the advent of generative AI, AI applications are transforming and reshaping various industries and changing how people work. Software development is no exception. San Francisco- and Tokyo-based startup Autify has built an autonomous AI agent for software quality assurance to help software engineers complete code quickly, streamline workflows and increase productivity. In other words, […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
YC-backed Hona looks to reduce the communication friction between law firms and their consumer clients
When Manny Griffiths worked with a personal injury lawyer after his wife’s car accident, he was surprised by the lack of information and communication from their lawyer regarding their claim. The couple sometimes wouldn’t hear from their lawyer for months and found the entire process to be really opaque. Griffiths dug deeper and learned that […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
A smarter way to streamline drug discovery
The SPARROW algorithm automatically identifies the best molecules to test as potential new medicines, given the vast number of factors affecting each choice.
Black founders are creating tailored ChatGPTs for a more personalized experience
ChatGPT, one of the world’s most powerful artificial intelligence tools, struggles with cultural nuance. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Apple joins the race to find an AI icon that makes sense
No one knows what AI looks like, or even is supposed to look like. It does everything, but looks like nothing. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
New study offers a better way to make AI fairer for everyone
Researchers show a new way of thinking about the fair impacts of AI decisions.
macOS 15 Sequoia Cheat Sheet: Release Date, Name, Features and More
Learn about the new features available with macOS 15, as well as how to download and install the latest version of Apple’s flagship operating system.
AWS Offers Free AI and Machine Learning Courses and Certifications
Two certifications that verify skills in building AI and ML on AWS are coming in August.
Microsoft Delays Recall Launch, Seeking Community Feedback First
An upcoming blog post for members of the Windows Insider Program will explain how to get the AI-powered Recall feature.
