Digg is making a comeback, redefining itself as an AI-focused news aggregator. After a brief attempt to compete with Reddit, which ended in March due to overwhelming bot traffic and lack of differentiation, Digg’s founder, Kevin Rose, took the opportunity to reinvent the platform. In April, Rose announced in a beta email that the newly […]
How will work environments evolve with the increasing use of voice-driven technology? A recent feature in the Wall Street Journal explores the rising trend of dictation apps like Wispr, noting their integration with coding tools and the potential impact on workplace etiquette. A venture capitalist likened modern startup offices to upscale call centers, with Gusto […]
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing industries and simultaneously creating its own lexicon that often confuses even those deeply embedded in the tech space. Terms like LLMs, RAG, and RLHF pop up frequently, which can leave many feeling overwhelmed. This glossary aims to demystify these terms and will be updated as the field continues to evolve. Key […]
RingCentral has enhanced its AI Receptionist product, known as AIR, by integrating with Shopify, Calendly, and WhatsApp, expanding its capabilities beyond just answering calls. The software can now process order inquiries via Shopify, arrange appointments through Calendly, and manage incoming messages from WhatsApp. It will also be incorporated into shared SMS inboxes and call queues […]
The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) is currently facing immense pressure, marked by a waiting list of 7.25 million patients. As the need for reform grows, new policies aim to shift care from hospitals into community settings. However, this has raised concerns about increased workloads for general practitioners (GPs) and potential risks to patient safety, […]
Billionaire media mogul Barry Diller has expressed his trust in OpenAI CEO Sam Altman amidst concerns from former colleagues about Altman’s trustworthiness. Speaking at The Wall Street Journal’s “Future of Everything” conference, Diller supported Altman despite allegations of manipulative behavior associated with him. When asked if people should trust Altman to ensure AI serves humanity’s […]
SAP has announced plans to acquire German AI startup Prior Labs for an undisclosed sum. The enterprise software leader aims to invest €1 billion (approximately $1.16 billion) over the next four years to enhance its AI capabilities, particularly in structured data — the foundation of most enterprise information systems. Founded just 18 months ago by […]
Governance in the realm of Physical AI is becoming increasingly complex as autonomous AI systems begin to dominate areas involving robots, sensors, and various industrial apparatus. It’s not just about the capability of AI agents to perform tasks; it also involves how those actions are validated, overseen, and potentially halted when they engage with physical […]
You may recognize the iconic comic of an anthropomorphic dog stating, “This is fine,” which has become a widely shared meme over the past decade. The artist behind this creation, KC Green, has recently accused the AI startup Artisan of appropriating his work without permission for an ad campaign. In what appears to be a […]
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced new rules regarding the eligibility of performances and screenplays for the Oscars, specifically focusing on generative artificial intelligence. As of now, only performances that are “credited in the film’s legal billing and demonstrably performed by humans with their consent” can qualify for Academy Awards. Additionally, […]