AIR#117 - June 29, 2024

Good morning, AI enthusiasts! As you sip your morning coffee, get ready to dive into today's edition of AIR: The AI Recon. Leading the headlines is the alarming issue of ChatGPT fabricating links to major news investigations, sending users on a frustrating journey to 404 errors. This revelation is sparking debates about the reliability of AI-generated content and the importance of verifying information in our digital age. It's a must-read for anyone concerned about the integrity of online news and the role of AI in journalism.

But that's not all! Meta has unveiled its groundbreaking LLM Compiler, a neural code optimizer and disassembler that promises to revolutionize developer tools. This advanced model enhances code optimization and emulation, making it a game-changer for developers and researchers alike. If you're in the tech space, this is one development you won't want to miss. Meanwhile, UNESCO is raising the alarm on AI-fueled Holocaust denial and rising anti-Semitism, urging for stronger ethical safeguards and educational measures to combat misinformation. This story highlights the darker side of AI and the urgent need for responsible AI deployment.

And for those who love a good ethical debate, Microsoft AI boss Suleyman has stirred controversy by defending the use of web content for AI training as "fair use." This bold claim has ignited discussions about copyright and the ethical boundaries of AI training data. Whether you're here for groundbreaking tech updates, ethical debates, or the latest industry buzz, today's edition is packed with stories that will both intrigue and challenge you. So, sit back, sip your coffee, and let's delve into the dynamic world of artificial intelligence together!

Business

ChatGPT Hallucinating Fake Links to Major News Investigations
ChatGPT is generating fake links to major news investigations, leading users to 404 errors instead of real articles.

OpenAI Blocks China and Hong Kong Access
OpenAI blocks access in China and Hong Kong, impacting developers and sparking local AI innovation amid geopolitical tensions.

Microsoft AI Boss Suleyman Defends Content Theft as "Fair Use"
Microsoft AI boss Suleyman claims web content is "freeware" for AI training, sparking controversy over copyright and fair use.

OpenAI CTO: AI Will Eliminate Creative Jobs That "Shouldn't Have Existed"
OpenAI CTO says AI will replace creative jobs that "shouldn't have existed," sparking controversy over job automation.

Tesla Autopilot Leads Driver Onto Active Train Tracks Mistaking Them for Road
Tesla Autopilot confuses train tracks for road in California, leading driver onto active tracks. No injuries reported. Investigation ongoing.

Sequoia: AI's $600B Question
AI's $200B gap has tripled to $600B. Nvidia leads, but questions about sustainable AI revenue remain. The road ahead is long.

AMD MI300x GPUs with GEMM Tuning Boost Throughput and Latency by 7.2x
AMD MI300x GPUs with GEMM tuning boost AI throughput and latency by 7.2x, driving sustainable, efficient data centers.

Adept Acqui-Hired by Amazon AGI
Amazon AGI acquires Adept team and tech to enhance their AI capabilities, while Adept refocuses on agentic AI solutions under new leadership.

Bill Gates: AI Will Drive Energy Efficiency, No Need to Worry About Power Consumption
Bill Gates says AI will cut energy use, making datacenters more efficient and driving a transition to sustainable energy. No need to worry.

Engineering

🔥 Meta LLM Compiler: Neural Code Optimizer & Disassembler
Meta unveils LLM Compiler: advanced models for code optimization, emulation, and disassembly, enhancing developer and researcher tools.

[GitHub] Llama-agents: Async Framework for Production-Ready Multi-Agent Systems
Llama-agents: An async-first framework for building and deploying scalable, production-ready multi-agent systems. Install via pip! 🚀

Academic

UNESCO Warns of AI-Fueled Holocaust Denial and Rising Anti-Semitism
UNESCO warns AI is spreading Holocaust denial and anti-Semitism, urging ethical safeguards and education to combat misinformation.

LLMs Revolutionize Scientific Writing
10% of scientific paper abstracts are now written by AI, revolutionizing clarity but raising concerns about bias and plagiarism.

Ray Kurzweil Still Excited About Humans Merging with Machines
Ray Kurzweil predicts humans will merge with AI, leading to dramatic technological and societal changes, in his new book "The Singularity Is Nearer."

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