The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and various industries is transforming the way we live, work, and interact with technology. This news brief highlights key developments in AI research, AI-powered solutions, and the impact on different sectors.
Nvidia Unveils Powerful AI System for Genetic Research
Nvidia has created the largest AI system yet for biological research, called Evo 2, which can read and design genetic code across all forms of life. Scientists hope that this AI technology will dramatically accelerate research by spotting patterns in vast amounts of data that would normally take years to analyze by hand. In early tests, Evo 2 accurately identified 90 percent of potentially harmful mutations in BRCA1, a gene linked to breast cancer.
UK Teaching Hospital Adopts AI-Enabled Camera Technology
A National Health Service (NHS) Trust teaching hospital in the Northeast UK has installed i-PRO X-Series cameras integrated with Milestone’s XProtect Video Management Software (VMS) to upgrade its security system. The hospital aimed to enhance the security of its large campus by using AI-enabled camera technology to extend the capabilities of existing surveillance devices and enhance monitoring.
Palantir Partners with SAUR to Transform Contract Management with AI
Palantir Technologies Inc. has partnered with SAUR to transform contract management with AI. The partnership aims to provide a more efficient and effective way to manage contracts, reducing the risk of errors and increasing productivity.
Trump's Approach to AI
President Donald Trump's administration has rescinded former President Joe Biden's executive order aimed at regulating AI development. Trump's goal is to use AI more aggressively and faster in the government with less constraints, but AI safety advocates are concerned about the lack of standards and regulations.
Together AI's Valuation Jumps to $3.3B
Together AI, a developer of a cloud platform to allow developers to build on open and custom artificial intelligence models, has raised a $305 million funding round led by General Catalyst and Saudi Arabia's Prosperity7 Ventures. The new valuation is a more than 160% jump from its previous valuation.
AI Is Transforming Restaurants
New AI technologies are revolutionizing customer-facing functions in restaurants, enhancing efficiency while delivering surprisingly human-like interactions. Companies like Newo.ai, Slang, RestoHost, Maitre D AI, Revmo, and PolyAI are not just managing bookings; they are engaging in natural conversations, handling multiple languages, and showcasing soft skills previously thought to be exclusive to humans.
The Downfall of AI Startup Humane Reveals the Perils of the AI ‘Race’
The downfall of AI startup Humane reveals the perils of the AI 'race'. The company's Pin device projected images onto a user's hand, but the project failed to gain traction.
AI Regulations: EU Withdraws AI Liability Proposal; US Seeks Comments on AI Action Plan
The EU is withdrawing proposed regulations for handling victim's claims of harm caused by AI, but it faces internal opposition. The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) is asking the public to weigh in on policies for the "Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Plan
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- Nvidia unveils powerful AI system for genetic research
- Industry News: UK Teaching Hospital Adopts AI-Enabled Camera Technology
- Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) Partners with SAUR to Transform Contract Management with AI
- What We Know So Far About Trump’s Approach To AI
- Together AI’s Valuation Jumps To $3.3B After New Round
- AI safety advocates slam Trump administration's reported targeting of standards agency
- The Digital Host: How AI Is Transforming Restaurants
- The downfall of AI startup Humane reveals the perils of the AI ‘race’
- AI Regulations: EU Withdraws AI Liability Proposal; US Seeks Comments on AI Action Plan
- Artificial Intelligence—More Than Just Data-Gathering