AIR#91 - June 03, 2024
Good morning, AI enthusiasts! Grab your coffee and get ready to dive into today's edition of AIR: The AI Recon, where the world of artificial intelligence is buzzing with stories that will both intrigue and challenge you. Leading the headlines is a provocative piece on how AI might not just take your job but could replace your CEO too. This thought-provoking article explores the potential of AI to ascend the corporate ladder, raising questions about the future of leadership and decision-making in the business world.
In a more personal twist, we delve into the unsettling experience of receiving an AI-written email from a friend. This story highlights the growing concern over AI's impact on human connections, as automated messages begin to replace genuine interactions. It's a reminder that while AI can enhance efficiency, it also has the potential to erode the authenticity of our communications.
On a lighter note, discover Udio's new Two Minute Model for effortlessly creating AI-generated music across diverse genres. This innovative tool promises to revolutionize the way we explore and enjoy music, making it accessible for everyone to compose and experiment with AI-driven melodies. So, sit back, sip your coffee, and let's delve into the dynamic world of artificial intelligence together.
Business
If A.I. Can Do Your Job, It Might Replace Your CEO Too
AI might not just take your job; it could replace your CEO too.
Diagnose Sick Plants with AI in 2 Minutes
Diagnose plant issues in 2 mins with Plant Aid's AI. Get expert care plans fast. Try it free and make your plants happy! 🌿📷🔬
The Rise of ChatCCP: China's Dystopian AI Ambitions
China's AI push, led by Xi Jinping, threatens global stability with dystopian surveillance and economic control.
OpenAI Launches Discounted ChatGPT for Nonprofits
OpenAI now offers discounted ChatGPT to nonprofits, boosting productivity and impact with advanced AI tools at reduced rates. Apply now!
Nvidia to Launch Next-Gen AI Chip Platform in 2026
Nvidia to launch Rubin AI chip platform in 2026, featuring new GPUs, CPUs, and networking chips, accelerating yearly releases.
Nvidia Unveils Next-Gen AI Chips to Cement Market Dominance
Nvidia reveals next-gen AI chips, Rubin, aiming to solidify market dominance and boost AI data center efficiency by 2026.
Sony to Slash Film Costs with AI, Says CEO
Sony CEO announces AI will be used to cut film costs, aiming for more efficient production for theaters and TV.
Nvidia Unveils Next-Gen AI Products at Computex 2024
Nvidia unveils next-gen AI products at Computex 2024, marking the start of the "next Industrial Revolution," says CEO Jensen Huang.
NVIDIA CEO: 'Accelerate Everything' Ahead of COMPUTEX
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang emphasizes AI and accelerated computing as the future, unveiling new platforms and innovations at COMPUTEX.
Engineering
Udio – AI Music Generator
Discover Udio's new Two Minute Model to effortlessly create and explore AI-generated music across diverse genres! 🎶
[Hugging Face] FineWeb: Extracting Premium Text Data at Scale
Hugging Face's FineWeb extracts high-quality text data from the web at scale.
What We Learned from a Year of Building with LLMs (Part II)
Building LLM apps this past year taught us to focus on data quality, model integration, user-centric design, and fostering a culture of experimentation.
LLMs in the Browser: I/O 2024 Web AI Highlights from Google
Google I/O 2024: New LLMs, tools, and APIs enable powerful Web AI directly in browsers, enhancing privacy, speed, and cost-efficiency.
[Paper] ToonCrafter: Generative Cartoon Interpolation by Jinbo Xing et al.
ToonCrafter uses generative models to improve cartoon video interpolation, overcoming challenges like non-linear motion and occlusion.
Perplexity AI Launches 'Pages' for Automated Report Generation
Perplexity AI's new feature, Pages, automates report generation with user prompts, creating customizable, shareable web pages.
Applied LLMs: Lessons from a Year of Building with Large Language Models
A year of building with LLMs reveals key lessons: LLMs are now viable for real-world use, but effective deployment remains challenging.
Access 150k+ Hugging Face Datasets with DuckDB Integration
DuckDB now supports hf:// paths, enabling seamless access to 150k+ Hugging Face datasets for efficient AI data manipulation and exploration.
[GitHub] ZaakirDev's Docify: AI-Powered Tutorial Generator Using Llama 3
ZaakirDev's Docify uses Llama 3 AI to generate tutorials on GitHub. 🌟
Anime Girl: AI Anime Art Generator App
Generate custom anime art with AI prompts! Choose models, get inspired, and create your personal anime gallery with Anime Girl app.
[Paper] SuperGaussian: Repurposing Video Models for 3D Super Resolution
SuperGaussian repurposes video upsampling models for 3D super-resolution, enhancing low-res 3D inputs into high-res, detailed Gaussian Splats.
[GitHub] Singulatron: Run AI Anywhere on Any Device
Run AI anywhere with Singulatron! Private, offline, and compatible with laptops, PCs, and servers. Download now: singulatron.com/home
[GitHub] TalkyBotty: Transcribe and Translate Audio/Video via Telegram Using Whisper.cpp
Forward a video or voice message to TalkyBotty on Telegram, and get an instant translation using whisper.cpp.
Academic
The Jarring Experience of Receiving an AI-Written Email from a Friend
Receiving an AI-written email from a friend felt impersonal and unsettling, like a form letter replacing genuine human connection.
Arthur C. Clarke's Eerily Accurate AI and Remote Work Predictions
Arthur C. Clarke predicted AI, remote work, and telecommunication advancements 60 years ago, foreseeing today's tech-driven lifestyle.
Question-Based Language Approach Outperforms Rating Scales in Measuring Emotional States
NLP-based question approach surpasses traditional rating scales in accurately measuring emotional states, showing 64% vs. 44% categorization accuracy.