Generative AI: A benefit and a hazard
If there’s one thing people will remember about AI advances in 2022, it’ll be the advent of sophisticated generative models: DALL.E 2, Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, ChatGPT. They all made headlines – and they will change the way we.....»»
AI-improved Siri to launch at WWDC 2024, claims leaker
A new rumor claims that Apple's generative AI technology will be included in Siri not just locally on iPhones, but also integrated into other services being announced at Apple's 2024 Worldwide Developer Conference.Generative AI could be used to bolst.....»»
How to make AI videos from just text
Pika is a powerful text-to-video and image-to-video generative AI that can turn your prompts into motion video with real cinematic quality. Here's how......»»
The secret world of puddles
As the new year arrived in 2016, my home city of Newcastle upon Tyne was briefly the center of global attention—for a puddle. The Drummond Puddle, as it was grandly known, was a watery hazard placed perfectly where converging footpaths funneled a d.....»»
5 pivotal cybersecurity trends for 2024
In 2023, cyberattacks surged both in terms of frequency and sophistication. The proliferation of cutting-edge hacking tools and technologies – now more accessible than ever thanks to advances in generative AI – created an environment conducive fo.....»»
How to turn shadow IT into a culture of grassroots innovation
The proliferation of generative AI tools has been compared to the dawn of the internet, the spread of smartphones and laptops, and the mass transition to cloud computing. All these advancements make it easier for individuals to adopt technology into.....»»
5 free generative AI courses you can take right now
Generative AI (GenAI) is a form of artificial intelligence technology focused on generating new content. This can include text, images, audio, and other media types. It’s a rapidly evolving field with significant implications in various industr.....»»
Rising fintech trends for 2024: From A2A payments to GenAI in banking
The fintech market is undergoing a rapid shift, with the rise of new technologies, such as Open Finance, generative AI and A2A (Account-to-Account) payments having a major impact on business models, according to Juniper Research. This is combined wit.....»»
Apple offers publishers millions to train AI on archives
Apple wants to license with content from news publishers to train generative AI systems, in multi-year deals to access content potentially valued to cost Apple tens of millions of dollars.Siri, Apple's main public-facing machine learning featureApple.....»»
Apple offers publishers millions for AI access to archives
Apple wants to license with content from news publishers to train generative AI systems, in multi-year deals to access content potentially valued to cost Apple tens of millions of dollars.Siri, Apple's main public-facing machine learning featureApple.....»»
"Saltburn" seduces us with "00s nostalgia. Why does it affect us so much?
Emerald Fennell's Noughties "period piece" is nostalgic not only in style but substance. Whether you’ve seen Saltburn yet or not, I'd hazard a guess that you’ve heard about it by now.Promising Young Woman director Emerald Fennell&rs.....»»
11 GenAI cybersecurity surveys you should read
Generative AI stands at the forefront of technological innovation, reshaping industries and unlocking new possibilities across various domains. However, as the integration of these technologies continues, a vigilant approach to ethical considerations.....»»
Google might already be replacing some Ad sales jobs with AI
When AI can make assets and text for ads, you don't need humans to do it anymore. Enlarge (credit: Sean Gallup | Getty Images) Google is wrapping its head around the idea of being a generative AI company. The "code red".....»»
Should the Apple Store be forced to sell lemons?
Apple has spent extraordinary amounts of money building strategic placed Apple Stores around the world. Who should benefit most from Apple's work: Microsoft, Google or maybe Sony?University Village Apple Store, SeattleGiven Apple's success in buildin.....»»
Apple @ Work Podcast: Generative AI and your Apple fleet
Sponsored by SimpleMDM: Check out SimpleMDM and discover the limitless possibilities of SimpleMDM’s powerful API. Whether you want to automate tasks or integrate SimpleMDM into your existing infrastructure, the API offers the flexibility you n.....»»
Apple isn"t standing still on generative AI, and making human models dance is proof
Apple has released a research paper discussing what it calls HUGS, a generative AI technology that can create a digital human avatar from a brief video in about 30 minutes.Apple HUGSReleased via Apple's Machine Learning Research page and shared by Ap.....»»
Southern California coastal wetlands would benefit from proposed $60 million federal program
Two local nonprofit leaders are praising Rep. Mike Levin, D-San Juan Capistrano, and others in Congress for introducing a bipartisan bill that would authorize $60 million annually to protect coastal wetlands......»»
Research reveals regions in US where heat adaptation and mitigation efforts can most benefit future populations
Extreme heat waves, once considered rare, are now frequent and severe in cities due to climate change. Phoenix faced such a brutal heat wave in July of 2023 when it endured 31 consecutive days of high temperatures of at least 110° F. The severity of.....»»
Honda CPO vehicles now available to lease
Honda will offer a short-term leasing program on its certified pre-owned vehicles, a move it says will benefit young and first-time buyers......»»
Study shows diverse gut bacteria communities protect against harmful pathogens by nutrient blocking
The human gut is home to hundreds of different bacterial species collectively known as the gut microbiome. A major health benefit these provide is to protect the gut against invading pathogens (disease-causing microorganisms) that could cause harmful.....»»
Spike’s Magic AI feature saves users 3700 hours in just 90 days
Back in October, Spike released its new generative AI functionality. Just a few months later, it’s releasing some of the details around the service usage along with the time savings. more….....»»