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11:28

The Extended Cut for 04/11/2024

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2024/04/11

The Extended Cut for 04/11/2024 Seattle startup Bayou Energy secures funding for real-time energy consumption data tool aimed at clean energy businesses. Their technology integrates with U.S. utilities to provide valuable insights on energy usage and emissions, attracting over 40 companies. The Federal Trade Commission awards prizes to organizations developing technologies to combat AI-generated audio deepfakes, amid rising concerns about their impact on elections. Nvidia and Georgia Tech

15:57

AI Disclosure Legislation, Meta's MTIA Chip,...

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2024/04/11

The Pennsylvania House passed a bill requiring disclosure when content is created by artificial intelligence and banning the use of AI as a defense for illegal material to safeguard consumers and news outlets. Meta is heavily investing in AI, introducing the MTIA chip for enhanced performance over its predecessor but still utilizing GPUs for certain functions to compete with tech giants like Google and Amazon in AI hardware. Meanwhile, Ukraine risks being overpowered by Russia without more

5:42

The Extended Cut for 04/10/2024

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2024/04/10

The Extended Cut for 04/10/2024 Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian kicks off the annual event focusing on AI, including improvements in Gemini chatbot and generative AI for cloud applications. San Francisco Board of Supervisors rejects proposed housing project, leading to a legal battle with pro-housing group YIMBY Law, which eventually settles after project approval. The saga highlights challenges in housing development and leads to new state legislation. The Air Force is investing in a fleet

15:25

AI-Powered Radiology Assistants, San Francisco...

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2024/04/10

Google Cloud and Bayer have teamed up to develop an AI-powered platform that aids radiologists in diagnosing patients faster by detecting irregularities, reviewing patient records, and condensing data. This collaboration aims to address the staffing issues radiologists encounter. In San Francisco, a popular event featuring prominent cultural figures has attracted a large audience. Additionally, the Glide Foundation in California, renowned for charity auctions with Warren Buffett, is now

15:42

Jamie Dimon's AI Vision, Data Privacy Law Prospects,...

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2024/04/09

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon emphasizes the significant societal implications of artificial intelligence in his annual letter to shareholders. The discussion extends to the potential impact of AI on various sectors like technology, gaming, and cryptocurrency trading, along with considerations for data privacy laws in the United States. Furthermore, experts caution about the potential misuse of AI-powered deepfakes by countries such as China, Russia, and Iran to influence the outcome of

15:41

Space Innovation Partnership, Tech Breakthroughs,...

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2024/04/08

Mitsubishi Corp. collaborates with Starlab Space to develop a commercial space station, focusing on driving innovation in space exploration and supporting product development across industries. This partnership may facilitate funding from the Japanese government and ensure continued access to low Earth orbit for the European Space Agency post-ISS retirement. Additionally, recent tech events include Y Combinator's Demo Days, Microsoft and Quantinuum's quantum computing progress, and Apple's

15:12

AI Advancements and Challenges: Experts' Predictions,...

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2024/04/07

Experts foresee AI bringing numerous benefits to humanity, with potential advancements across sectors and quality of life improvements. Futurists highlight AI's capacity to tackle global issues and augment human abilities. Furthermore, AI's role in space exploration expands access and security but also introduces cybersecurity risks. A recent TechCrunch feature showcases women contributing to AI breakthroughs, shedding light on their roles and the obstacles they face in the field.

14:39

AI Governance Committees, Deepfake Voice Detection,...

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2024/04/06

Rubrik has established an AI governance committee to manage generative AI tools in compliance with regulations like the EU AI Act. Such committees are increasingly common to mitigate risks linked to AI implementation. The advancement of deepfake technology presents accuracy issues for AI-generated voice detection, endangering trust in audio authenticity. Additionally, a federal appeals court judge questions the necessity of prohibiting lawyers from using AI, emphasizing its capacity to

4:56

The Extended Cut for 04/05/2024

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2024/04/05

The Extended Cut for 04/05/2024TechCrunch is highlighting remarkable women in the AI field, with a focus on Emilia Gómez's contributions in computational music, AI impact on human behavior, and support for EU AI policies. Tech billionaires aim to create new city in California, facing skepticism but pushing forward with financial backing and determination. Y Combinator's Winter 2024 cohort presented startups focusing on healthcare, chip design, AI, and more, with innovative solutions such

16:19

AI Race Towards AGI, Meta's VR Gamble, OpenAI's...

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2024/04/05

Tech giants are in a race to achieve Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), raising concerns among AI scientists about potential existential risks. The concept of AGI remains undefined with no clear timeline for its realization. Meta, formerly Facebook, is heavily investing in VR technology despite facing financial losses, aiming for long-term success and competing with Apple in the VR headset market. OpenAI is expanding its Custom Model program to help enterprise customers create

11:52

The Extended Cut for 04/04/2024

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2024/04/04

The Extended Cut for 04/04/2024 Startups struggle as VC firms face capital-gathering challenges, impacting fundraising efforts. Despite high dry powder levels, future deal making may suffer without increased LP investments. San Francisco Supervisor Aaron Peskin is expected to announce his campaign for mayor at a Chinatown event this Saturday, offering voters a progressive candidate option against moderate opponents. Learn about AI upscaling tech from AMD, Nvidia, and Intel that allows

15:30

AI Revolution in Business: Investor Insights, Startup...

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2024/04/04

Billionaire investor Steve Cohen highlights the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on businesses, emphasizing its cost-saving potential and the importance of embracing AI for efficiency. Y Combinator's Winter 2024 Demo Day featured a variety of AI startups addressing real-world issues, from grant applications to music generation, showcasing the diverse applications of AI technology. Additionally, the integration of AI in space exploration is democratizing access, improving efficiency,

9:16

The Extended Cut for 04/03/2024

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2024/04/03

The Extended Cut for 04/03/2024 TechCrunch highlights Kristine Gloria's contributions to AI, discussing her journey, initiatives, and advice for women in the field. She emphasizes the importance of addressing issues such as marginalized communities' treatment and responsible AI development. Luminance, a legal technology firm, secures $40 million in funding to expand its U.S. presence by leveraging artificial intelligence tools for contract reviews and negotiations. The company's success is

16:25

Meta-Neflix Partnership, AI Music Concerns, Hailo's...

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2024/04/03

Netflix accessing Meta's private messages is denied by Meta due to content-sharing agreements. Meanwhile, over 200 musicians warn tech firms against misusing AI music generation, citing privacy and job concerns. In the AI chip market, Nvidia leads while startups like Hailo focus on edge devices, attracting investors with $120 million to enhance AI beyond data centers and tackle cloud-based AI limitations.

14:18

Google's Privacy Settlement, TechCrunch Women in AI...

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2024/04/02

Google settles a class-action lawsuit by deleting billions of personal records and committing to improved privacy disclosures. TechCrunch features interviews with women in AI, including Urvashi Aneja discussing AI's societal impact in India. Aneja emphasizes the importance of critical discourse and concrete policies to address AI challenges. Samsung plans to enhance its voice assistant Bixby with generative AI technology for better conversational abilities and introduces new AI features in

15:43

AI Power Surge, China's AI Ambitions, Tech Giants'...

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2024/04/01

Tech companies are investing in AI infrastructure, leading to increased power needs and investment opportunities in the utility sector. China is working to catch up with the U.S. in generative AI by developing its own chips and refining AI models. Major tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google are heavily investing in generative AI startups such as Anthropic to maintain competitiveness in the expanding AI market through forming alliances and offering cloud credits for innovation.

16:45

AI Art Debate, Startup Recap, and Equity News:...

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2024/03/31

The debate over AI art encompasses concerns about authorship, legality, and artistic merit, with ongoing debates on copyright and ownership issues. Despite its convenience, AI-generated art faces criticism for lacking intent and true artistic value. In the startup world, recent events include Stability AI losing its CEO, Microsoft acquiring Inflection AI, Fisker encountering financial challenges, and successful fundraises by companies like Super{set} and Blueground. The Equity podcast

14:33

Stargate Supercomputer, AI Censorship, Biden's AI...

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2024/03/30

Microsoft plans to develop a $100 billion supercomputer called Stargate to enhance OpenAI's AI models, potentially launching by 2028 with the upgrade to GPT-5. This initiative, inspired by a sci-fi movie, aims to advance AI capabilities beyond ChatGPT-4. Concurrently, tech giants like Google, Meta, and Microsoft are adjusting AI chatbot responses to meet PR objectives, resulting in increased censorship tendencies. Recent research highlights the censorship of controversial prompts by AI

14:34

AI Regulations, Tech Valuation Warnings, Childcare...

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2024/03/29

The White House introduces regulations for federal agencies to ensure AI tools are safe, aiming to mitigate biases and risks in government services. Meanwhile, an analyst raises alarms about overvaluations and FOMO in the AI sector, highlighting concerns with companies like Cohere, Inflection AI, and Amazon. Additionally, Wonderschool, supported by a16z, acquires EarlyDay to improve childcare services amid worries about childcare availability and the conclusion of federal programs, viewed

16:02

AI in Agriculture, Amazon's AI Race, Google's...

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2024/03/28

Orchard Robotics utilizes AI and on-board sensors to collect detailed data on apple crops, aiding farmers in monitoring tree health and fruit yield efficiently. Amazon invests $2.75 billion in Anthropic, a generative AI startup, to strengthen its position in the competitive AI industry. Meanwhile, Google introduces a feature for personalized shopping recommendations, allowing users to rate products and swipe for style choices, intensifying competition with other AI-powered companies like

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