The intersection of artificial intelligence and various industries is rapidly evolving, with new breakthroughs and innovations emerging daily. In this news brief, we'll delve into the latest developments in AI, from revolutionary tools in manufacturing and robotics to the impact of AI on education and the job market.
Vericut Unveils New AI-Powered Tools
Vericut, a leading provider of manufacturing software solutions, has announced the upcoming release of two innovative AI-powered tools: Vericut Intelligence (VI) and Vericut Assistant (VA). These tools aim to revolutionize how users interact with and gain knowledge from Vericut's extensive suite of software products. Vericut Intelligence serves as a comprehensive knowledge hub, providing in-depth information on any aspect of Vericut's software, while Vericut Assistant offers step-by-step guidance on how to use various features, answering how-to questions directly within the software.
Microsoft Releases New GenAI Model That Can Control Robots
Microsoft has launched a new generative AI (genAI) model called Magma, which can be used to control everything from software to robots. Magma is the first such model that can act on its own, using an interface or handling physical objects. The company plans to release parts of the code for Magma on Github next week, allowing researchers to test and build on the model.
Magma Scheduled for Release Next Week, Aims to Deliver a Foundation Model for Multi-Modal AI Agents
Developed by Microsoft research and others, Magma can propose software UI interactions and even the movement of a robot arm. A team of researchers has released what they claim to be the world's first foundation machine learning model that can formulate plans and execute actions towards its goal, with a view to delivering artificially intelligent agents for robotics and more.
OpenAI Bans Accounts Appearing to Work on a Surveillance Tool
OpenAI has banned several accounts that had been using ChatGPT to write sales pitches and debug code for a suspected social media surveillance tool that likely originated in China. The company is taking steps to police malicious uses of its powerful AI models.
ChatGPT-Generated Op-Eds Appeared in Mainstream Latin American Media Outlets
Chinese propagandists used ChatGPT to write and translate op-eds that they successfully planted in Spanish-language news outlets last fall. A report published by OpenAI found that a pro-China campaign had used the program to produce 18 articles and op-eds that were published across eight Spanish-language media platforms.
Student Sees How AI Can Assist People with Vision Loss
A student in the computer science accelerated master's degree program at Arizona State University is working on a project to use artificial intelligence to help people with visual disabilities. The project aims to leverage the capabilities of smart glasses and combine them with new features to assist those with visual disabilities.
Akamai Technologies Lowers Revenue Forecast Amid Fierce AI Competition
Akamai Technologies has downgraded its 2025 forecast due to economic uncertainties and fierce competition in the AI space. The company revised its 2025 revenue expectations to $4.00-$4.20 billion, falling short of the $4.26 billion analysts expected.
Hundreds of Customers LLC Launches Habanero Social Platform, Revolutionizing AI-Powered Google Business Profile Management
Hundreds of Customers LLC has launched Habanero Social, an AI-driven Google Business Profile management platform that automates updates, posts, and reviews, helping businesses dominate Google Maps with ease.
Teachers Know You're Using AI: Now What?
Artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving, and universities need to keep up. A professor at Cornell University emphasizes that the conversation needs to shift from punishment to adaptation, using AI to enhance learning and design assignments that make AI a tool, not a shortcut.
AI Stocks Set to Revolutionize: Is Palantir Leading the Charge?
Artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving, with companies like OpenAI quickly expanding their user base. Palantir Technologies Inc. stands out in the AI landscape, viewed as a transformative force within the software industry. However, other AI stocks may offer quicker returns, and investors must balance the allure of AI-driven returns with strategic investments in promising, undervalued stocks.
Key Takeaways
- AI is rapidly evolving, with new breakthroughs and innovations emerging daily.
- Vericut has announced the upcoming release of two innovative AI-powered tools: Vericut Intelligence (VI) and Vericut Assistant (VA).
- Microsoft has launched a new generative AI (genAI) model called Magma, which can be used to control everything from software to robots.
- OpenAI has banned several accounts that had been using ChatGPT to write sales pitches and debug code for a suspected social media surveillance tool that likely originated in China.
- Chinese propagandists used ChatGPT to write and translate op-eds that they successfully planted in Spanish-language news outlets last fall.
- A student in the computer science accelerated master's degree program at Arizona State University is working on a project to use artificial intelligence to help people with visual disabilities.
- Akamai Technologies has downgraded its 2025 forecast due to economic uncertainties and fierce competition in the AI space.
- Hundreds of Customers LLC has launched Habanero Social, an AI-driven Google Business Profile management platform that automates updates, posts, and reviews, helping businesses dominate Google Maps with ease.
- Artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving, and universities need to keep up.
- Palantir Technologies Inc. stands out in the AI landscape, viewed as a transformative force within the software industry.
Sources
- Vericut unveils new AI-powered tools
- Microsoft releases a new genAI model that can control robots
- Magma, Scheduled for Release Next Week, Aims to Deliver a Foundation Model for Multi-Modal AI Agents
- OpenAI Bans Accounts Appearing to Work on a Surveillance Tool
- ChatGPT-generated op-eds appeared in mainstream Latin American media outlets
- Student sees how AI can assist people with vision loss
- Akamai Technologies Lowers Revenue Forecast Amid Fierce AI Competition
- Hundreds of Customers LLC Launches Habanero Social Platform, Revolutionizing AI-Powered Google Business Profile Management
- Teachers Know You’re Using AI: Now What? - The Cornell Daily Sun
- AI Stocks Set to Revolutionize: Is Palantir Leading the Charge?