AI Roundup: Zuckerberg's Criticism, CriticGPT's Launch, Smart Glasses Innovation, and Media Copyright Battles
🎉 Happy New Month! 🎉 As we dive into July, the world of AI is buzzing with tales of Zuckerberg's skepticism towards AI deities, the debut of CriticGPT, your new grammar-savvy coding buddy, Solos' futuristic smart glasses that see beyond ordinary frames, and a fierce legal showdown over journalistic integrity in the digital age. Grab your favourite reading spot because this newsletter is about to take you on a quirky journey through the latest adventures in artificial intelligence!
Zuckerberg's AI Burn: No God Complex Here!
Mark Zuckerberg just threw some serious shade at his AI rivals, accusing them of trying to "create God" with their artificial general intelligence (AGI) ambitions. In a recent chat with YouTuber Kane Sutter, he scoffed at the notion of a single all-powerful AI, advocating instead for a variety of specialised AIs to meet different needs.
Zuckerberg's argument? A one-size-fits-all AI isn't practical because people have diverse interests. Plus, he’s all about open-source AI, believing it will spur innovation and customization. This, he says, is the future of AI—not some digital deity lording over us.
Meanwhile, other tech leaders are split on the AGI timeline. OpenAI’s Sam Altman predicts AGI in the near future and is ready to spend big, while Google DeepMind’s Shane Legg gives it a 50-50 shot by 2028. Skeptics like IBM’s Grady Booch, however, remain unconvinced. The AI race is on, but the finish line is still a blur.
CriticGPT: AI's New Grammar Police
OpenAI just launched CriticGPT, a witty AI sidekick designed to catch errors in ChatGPT's code output. Imagine a grammar nerd but for coding – that's CriticGPT!
Here's the scoop: AI models like GPT-4 learn by human feedback, but as they get smarter, spotting their slip-ups becomes trickier. Enter CriticGPT, which helps human reviewers find and fix these mistakes, making sure our AI buddies behave correctly. In tests, it boosted reviewers' performance by 60%!
The best part? CriticGPT isn't just a nitpicky critic – it’s a game-changer for AI training. It writes detailed error reports, ensuring that AI systems stay sharp and reliable. This dynamic duo of humans and CriticGPT means fewer mistakes and more spot-on AI responses.
Specs with Specs: Solos' Smart Glasses Get a Visionary Upgrade
Solos' new AirGo Vision smart glasses come with a twist – they have their own set of eyes! Equipped with GPT-4o and generative AI, these glasses can analyze visual input to recognize people, objects, and even provide real-time info like walking directions or price checks.
Imagine asking your glasses, "What's this landmark?" or "How much does this cost?" and getting instant answers without lifting a finger. From snapping hands-free photos to getting the next step in a recipe, AirGo Vision aims to make your life a lot easier and your glasses a lot smarter.
With swappable frames, built-in LED notification lights, and a release price of $249.99, these glasses are set to hit the market later this year. Whether you're in a noisy crowd or a quiet room, AirGo Vision ensures you never miss an alert – and they look stylish while doing it!
Journalists vs. Tech Titans: The Copyright Clash
The Center for Investigative Reporting (CIR) is taking Microsoft and OpenAI to court, claiming they swiped stories without permission. According to CIR’s CEO, Monika Bauerlein, these tech giants turned journalistic sweat into AI fuel without so much as a thank-you, much less a payment.
This legal skirmish adds CIR to a growing list of media outlets, like The New York Times and The Denver Post, suing for similar reasons. These organizations argue that the tech companies’ practices not only violate copyright laws but also undercut their reader relationships and revenue streams.
While some media companies have struck licensing deals with OpenAI, CIR and others are fighting back, insisting their hard-earned work isn’t free for the taking. As the battle lines are drawn, the value and respect for journalistic content in the age of AI are front and center.
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