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Google DeepMind: New AI Models Can Earn Silver Medal in Math Olympiad
artificial intelligence // July 25, 2024

Google DeepMind introduced two new artificial intelligence (AI) models and said they correctly answered four out of six questions in a math competition that has become a benchmark measuring the capabilities of AI systems. The new AI models are a reinforcement-learning based system for formal math...

Google DeepMind’s New AI Training Method JEST Targets eCommerce
Artificial Intelligence // July 10, 2024

Google DeepMind introduced a new artificial intelligence training method designed to reduce computing costs and energy consumption, potentially impacting the economics of AI development and its applications in online commerce and global customer support. The new technique, called JEST (joint example selection), reportedly delivers a...

AI Explained: Is Anthropomorphism Making AI Too Human?
Artificial Intelligence // July 08, 2024

As eCommerce giants and tech startups strive to make online interactions more engaging, they’re turning to anthropomorphism — attributing human characteristics to nonhuman entities. It isn’t a new concept. For decades, companies have used anthropomorphic mascots and branding to create emotional connections with consumers. The...

AI Explained: AI Alignment
artificial intelligence // July 01, 2024

As artificial intelligence systems grow increasingly powerful and ubiquitous, a critical challenge has emerged: ensuring these systems behave in beneficial ways that align with human values. This challenge, known as “AI alignment,” has become a focal point for researchers, tech companies and policymakers grappling with...

Interviews & Exclusives
Say Hello to Astra: Google Launches AI-Boosted Searches and a Smart Voice Assistant

May 15, 2024
Google unveiled a range of artificial intelligence (AI) advancements at its annual developer conference Tuesday (May 14), including more sophisticated analysis powered by Gemini, smarter assistants like Astra, and an infusion of AI into its dominant search engine, marking one of the most dramatic changes to the company’s foundation since its inception and potentially triggering […]

Warning Shots Fired Over AI Hype vs Reality

April 02, 2024
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked a heated debate among experts, with some warning that the hype surrounding the technology may be overshadowing genuine scientific advancements. DeepMind...

Quick Reads
Google DeepMind: New AI Models Can Earn Silver Medal in Math Olympiad

July 25, 2024
Google DeepMind introduced two new artificial intelligence (AI) models and said they correctly answered four out of six questions in a math competition that has become a benchmark measuring the capabilities of AI systems. The new AI models are a reinforcement-learning based system for formal math reasoning called AlphaProof and a new version of the company’s geometry-solving […]

Report: Google’s in-House AI Development May Be Competitive Edge

June 10, 2024
Microsoft is reportedly effectively outsourcing its best AI research and development to OpenAI, a move that could have significant implications for the AI landscape. Todd McKinnon, CEO of cybersecurity firm...

Report: Paris-Based Holistic Raises $200 Million to Develop AI Model

May 07, 2024
A Paris-based artificial intelligence (AI) startup called Holistic has reportedly raised $200 million in the first tranche of an initial funding round. The firm was formed by scientists who left...

Big Tech Taps AI Agents to Drive Revenue Growth

April 18, 2024
Big tech companies are reportedly in a race to unveil software to fuel AI spending. For example, Microsoft is at work trying to automate tasks such as invoicing or the ability to rewrite code for applications...