AIR#133 - July 18, 2024
Good morning, AI aficionados! As you sip your morning coffee, get ready to dive into today's edition of AIR: The AI Recon. Leading the headlines is a startling revelation from Wiz Research, which uncovered vulnerabilities in SAP AI Core that exposed customer data and cloud environments. Although SAP has swiftly fixed the issues with no data compromised, this incident highlights the ever-present need for robust AI security measures. If you're concerned about data protection and cloud security, this is a must-read.
But that's not all! In an inspiring story from the Himalayas, Bhutan's first AI startup, NoMindBhutan, has been founded by seven college students working out of a dorm. Despite facing infrastructure challenges, these young innovators have managed to serve top clients, showcasing the incredible potential of AI talent emerging from unexpected places. This heartwarming tale is perfect for anyone interested in the global spread of AI innovation and entrepreneurship.
And for a touch of the uncanny, Apple, Nvidia, and Anthropic have come under fire for using YouTube videos without permission to train their AI models. This controversial practice has raised significant ethical concerns and legal questions about the use of publicly available content for AI training. 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
Bhutan's First AI Startup: Seven College Students in a Dorm
Bhutan's first AI startup, NoMindBhutan, founded by college students, serves top clients but struggles with limited infrastructure.
Apple, Nvidia, Anthropic Used Swiped YouTube Videos to Train AI
Apple, Nvidia, and Anthropic used YouTube videos without permission to train AI, violating YouTube's terms and raising ethical concerns.
Claude Android App Now Includes Powerful Claude 3.5 Model
Claude Android app now includes powerful Claude 3.5 model, offering advanced AI features for work and fun, free on Google Play.
China Deploys Censors to Create Socialist AI
China mandates AI models to align with socialist values, rigorously censoring content to ensure compliance with political standards.
Lizzy Sleep – AI-Powered Pediatric Sleep Consultant
Lizzy Sleep app offers AI-powered sleep consulting for parents, providing personalized plans and 24/7 support to help kids sleep independently.
Create Custom AI-Powered Links to Buy or Sell Anything
Create custom AI links with SoCool to buy/sell anything easily and efficiently. Get personalized help and delivery support.
YouTube Creators Shocked as Apple and Others Train AI on Their Videos
YouTube creators shocked as Apple, others train AI on their videos without consent, raising ethical and legal concerns.
Klipy: Ultimate AI CRM for Small & Growing Businesses
Klipy: AI-powered CRM for SMBs. Manage growth, automate tasks, and close deals faster. Start free, no credit card needed.
GenAI Enters the 'Trough of Disillusionment'
GenAI hype fades as skepticism grows; industry shifts focus to practical use cases, overcoming ethical and technical challenges.
'Godmother of AI' Fei-Fei Li Builds $1B Startup in 4 Months
Fei-Fei Li, the 'Godmother of AI,' launches a $1B startup in just 4 months! 🚀
Trump Allies Push Sweeping AI Executive Order to "Make America First in AI"
Trump allies draft AI order to boost military tech, cut regulations, and "Make America First in AI" if Trump wins in 2024.
Poll: 84% of PC Users Won't Pay Extra for AI Hardware
84% of PC users won't pay extra for AI-enhanced hardware, showing skepticism towards AI's value in the PC market.
Jane: AI Calendar Assistant to Replace Your EA
Jane AI: Schedule meetings effortlessly from your inbox. Try free, no credit card needed. Get started in under 1 minute!
ON AI Startup Shuts Down After $11M Vanishes, CEO Resigns
AI startup "On" shuts down after $11M vanishes; CEO resigns, staff laid off. Company left with 37 cents in critical account.
Engineering
🔥 SAPwned: SAP AI Core Vulnerabilities Expose Customer Data and Cloud Environments
Wiz Research finds SAP AI Core vulnerabilities, exposing customer data and cloud environments; SAP fixes issues, no data compromised.
Design a GraphQL Schema So Good, It’ll Make REST APIs Cry
Craft a robust GraphQL schema to build scalable APIs and outshine REST. Follow our guide to design, optimize, and document your schema. 🚀
Microsoft's LLM Tool Revolutionizes Spreadsheet Analysis
Microsoft's new SpreadsheetLLM tool uses LLMs to simplify spreadsheet analysis by reducing token usage and enhancing data management.
[GitHub] EurekaLabsAI: n-gram Language Model
EurekaLabsAI's n-gram model on GitHub generates names using character-level statistics, achieving a test perplexity of ~8.2.
RAG: Beyond Vectors
RAG isn't just vectors; it's a versatile data-fetching pattern for LLMs, enabling diverse data sources beyond vector databases.
End-to-End Encrypted 23andMe-Like Genetic Testing with Concrete ML
Encrypted genetic testing app using Concrete ML ensures privacy while predicting ancestry. Zama Bounty winners showcase secure solutions.
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[Github] PXL: AI-Powered PSQL with Text-to-SQL and Query Optimization
PXL enhances PSQL with AI, offering text-to-SQL conversion and query optimization for smarter database management.
Mockingbird LLM Surpasses GPT-4 in RAG Quality
Mockingbird LLM surpasses GPT-4 and Gemini 1.5 Pro in RAG quality, ensuring top-tier output and data security for enterprises.
Private RAG with Mistral, Ollama, and Pathway: Secure Data Solutions
Secure your data with a private RAG setup using Mistral, Ollama, and Pathway. Local LLMs ensure privacy and efficiency.
Academic
[Paper] Prover-Verifier Games Enhance Language Model Legibility | OpenAI
Prover-Verifier Games improve AI text legibility, making outputs easier for humans and weaker models to verify and understand.