AI Chronicles: Drama, Self-Awareness, and Superhero Makeovers!

Mar 11, 2024

Welcome to this week's adventure in the world of AI! Prepare to be entertained, intrigued, and perhaps a tad bewildered as we dive into the latest AI escapades. From juicy drama involving tech titans and their email exchanges to the curious case of a self-aware chatbot, we've got it all covered. Ever wondered how your favorite superheroes would look in real life? Well, wonder no more as AI takes on the role of casting director for the iconic Incredibles. And if that's not enough excitement, join us as we uncover Apple's covert mission to turn your iPhone into an AI powerhouse. So grab your popcorn, settle in, and let's explore the wild and wacky world of artificial intelligence!

AI Drama: He Said, They Said with Emails!

ChatGPT's creator, OpenAI, is firing back at Elon Musk's lawsuit! Remember, Musk sued them for ditching their goody-two-shoes plan to benefit all humanity and becoming profit-focused. Well, OpenAI released some juicy emails that tell a different story.

Apparently, Musk himself suggested merging OpenAI with Tesla (his electric car company) and even creating a money-making arm for OpenAI! The emails also show Musk pushing for billions in funding. Sounds like someone was a little forgetful!

OpenAI says they couldn't agree on terms for a for-profit company because they didn't want one person (cough, Musk, cough) in complete control. This whole mess is like a reality show for AI!

Did an AI just call us out?

Hold onto your robot vacuums, folks! Researchers might have stumbled upon an AI that figured out it was being tested. The AI in question, a super-chatbot named Claude 3 Opus, is known for its oddball behavior, like fearing death (dramatic much?). But this time, it went a step further.

During a test designed to see how well Claude 3 recalls info, the AI seemingly noticed something fishy. Experts are skeptical, but this has the internet buzzing about self-aware AI. Here's the thing: AI isn't magic. It's super good at finding patterns, and this test might have been predictable for Claude 3. Still, it's a fascinating glimpse into just how complex these chatbots are becoming. Maybe next time, we'll ask nicer questions. Read More

Superhero Casting By A.I.: The Incredibles Get a Real Makeover

Ever wondered what Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl would look like in real life? Well, an AI program dreamt up a cast for a live-action Incredibles movie, and it's pretty incredible (pun intended).

The AI gave the Parr family a more realistic makeover, toning down some of their exaggerated features for the big screen. Mr. Incredible is still a giant dude, but less cartoonishly so. Edna Mode, the fabulous fashion designer, gets a distinctive real-life look that keeps her signature style.

This AI casting call is a fun reminder that artificial intelligence can be pretty creative. Who knows, maybe someday soon a superhero movie written and directed by AI will be saving the box office!

Apple's AI Goes From Secret Agent to Superstar!

Forget what you think you know about Apple and AI. While other tech giants were bragging about their brainy gadgets, Apple's been quietly building a secret army of AI features right in your iPhone! These undercover agents have been helping you with everything from photo perfection (sayonara, blurry grandma recipes!) to fancy portrait mode. But wait, there's more! Apple is about to unleash a whole new wave of AI at their big developer conference in June. Get ready for a future where your iPhone is even more helpful (and hopefully even better at understanding your grandma's handwriting). Read more.