Debating Creativity, New Tools Emerge, and Robots Walk Among Us


This time AI news is a whirlwind! While some fear the rise of AI-generated content polluting the internet, others marvel at its growing creativity. New tools from PowerNotes and Microsoft empower writers, while advancements in AI chip technology promise a more sustainable future for generative models. The biggest shocker? Humanoid robots with conversation skills are about to enter the workforce, thanks to a well-funded startup and big names like OpenAI.

PowerNotes Launches Composer, an AI-Enriched, Semi-Proctored Writing Tool
eSchool News staff, eSchool News, Feb 26, 2024 Well this is one way to respond to AI-based plagiarism: force students to author their work using a proctored writing application. "Composer is a new tool that allows PowerNotes+ users to see the full picture of writers' research and writing, from AI-assisted...
Microsoft unveils Copilot Lab to help users get the most out of its AI assistant
Find videos, articles, sample prompts, and Copilot tips and tricks in this handy resource hub.
Humanoid robots draw millions from Bezos, OpenAI and more
Figure 01, the first-generation humanoid robot from Sunnyvale, Calif. startup Figure. Photo courtesy of FigureHumanoid robot startup Figure has drawn a $675 million investment from Jeff Bezos, AI chipmaker Nvidia, ChatGPT-maker OpenAI and others.Why it matters: Bipedal robots with dexterous hands are joining the labor force this year, a trend that's...
Here lies the internet, murdered by generative AI
Art for The Intrinsic Perspective is by Alexander NaughtonThe amount of AI-generated content is beginning to overwhelm the internet. Or maybe a better term is pollute. Pollute its searches, its pages, its feeds, everywhere you look. I’ve been predicting that generative AI would have pernicious effects on our culture since 2019, but now everyone can...
Brave's AI assistant is now available for Android
If you've come to depend on AI (or you just want to see what it's all about), the Brave mobile browser now includes its own take on the technology.
Anthropic introduces Claude 3: Haiku, Sonnet, and Opus
Claude, a generative AI chatbot created by Anthropic, just got a major new update.The chatbot is one of ChatGPT's many competitors and is backed by both Google and Amazon. On Monday, the company announced that it is releasing a suite of AI models known as Claude 3. In an interview with Reuters, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called it "the Rolls-Royce of...
The State of the Smart Home
Is the smart home finally here? One big topic of conversation at last week’s NAHB (National Assn. of Home Builders) IBS (Intl. Builders Show) was the rise of smarter, more energy-efficient homes built with smarter, more energy-efficient building techniques. Let’s look at the state of the smart home. To start, let’s review some numbers. At the...
Making GenAI more efficient with a new kind of chip
EnCharge AI's breakthrough in melding analog and digital computing could dramatically improve the energy consumption of generative AI when performing predictions.
OpenAI partners with startup to create advanced AI models for humanoid robots
Move over, Google. OpenAI is in the process of becoming Skynet. Figure, a robotics startup, already has its first commercial agreement with BMW manufacturing.
Can AI be a team player in collaborative software development?
Generative AI's impact doesn't measure up to the miracles presented for business roles, in the view of some industry leaders and experts.
How your brain filters out distractions to focus
Brown University, Futurity, Mar 08, 2024 Cognitive load theory takes another hit. "When people talk about the limitations of the mind, they often put it in terms of, 'humans just don't have the mental capacity' or 'humans lack computing power,'" Ritz says. "These findings support a different perspective...
The best laptops you can buy in 2024 for work, school, and gaming
There is no such thing as a universally best laptop. Whether a laptop works well for you — and there could be several that fit the bill — is a largely subjective decision that comes down to your primary use case(s), your preferred operating system, and your budget. This is an annoying fact of life for both laptop shoppers and those of us doling out...
AI Outshines Humans in Creative Thinking
Summary: ChatGPT-4 was pitted against 151 human participants across three divergent thinking tests, revealing that the AI demonstrated a higher level of creativity. The tests, designed to assess the ability to generate unique solutions, showed GPT-4 providing more original and elaborate answers.The study underscores the evolving capabilities of AI in...
From vision to value realization: A closer look at how customers are embracing AI Transformation to unlock innovation and deliver business outcomes
Each quarter, I share a collection of customer and partner stories from around the world that highlight the incredible technological advancements shaping the future of industry. As a partner of choice, we are committed to helping organizations accelerate AI Transformation to unlock opportunities and realize material business value. Our ability to bend...
5G to Drive AI Ubiquitously
As the talk of AI (artificial intelligence) rages on among consumers and within a host of vertical industries, many sectors know delivering on the promise of AI will take some work. In order to make the future of AI sustainable, we must consider the foundational technology and the connectivity to spur this along. Certainly, 5G comes into this conversation...
Your AI chatbot just got smarter thanks to this free tool from Anthropic
Just copy and paste the prompt into your chatbot to get started.
Figure's humanoid robot can have a full conversation with you. Watch for yourself
Figure 1, the humanoid robot from AI robotics startup Figure, can do your chores and simultaneously chat with you.
Bringing Copilot to more customers worldwide—across life and work 
Continuing our vision for Microsoft Copilot to bring the power of generative AI to everyone across work and life, we’re expanding availability and purchase options for individuals and organizations and bringing new value to Copilot Pro subscribers.  The post Bringing Copilot to more customers worldwide—across life and work  appeared first on Microsoft...
It's like ChatGPT with a body: Watch creepy demo of OpenAI-powered robot 'Figure 01'
A creepy demo of "Figure 01," a humanoid, conversational robot, has hit the internet — and I can't believe it's not a deleted scene from I, Robot.In the demo, Figure 01, packed with OpenAI-tech, is asked what it can "see." Showing off its visual recognition prowess, the avant-garde robot accurately explains what's in front of it: a red apple, a drying...
What I learned from looking at 900 most popular open source AI tools
Chip Huyen, Mar 15, 2024 This is a great high-level overview of what's out there in the world of open source AI tools. Even though it covers a lot of ground, it's a quick read. No doubt there's so much more that could be said. Most useful is the introductory description of the 'AI stack' - "4 layers: infrastructure,...

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