Artificial Intelligence (AI)

A shocking revelation by Nongaap Investing and Business Insider unveils a fake persona, Jacob Thomas Vespers, supposedly managing OpenAI’s $175 million fund. The documents filed to appoint Vespers were “completely fabricated,” according to OpenAI. The incident raises questions about security and governance at the prominent startup. With the real CEO now heading the fund, the mystery behind Vespers’ identity remains unsolved, leaving room for speculation about the motives behind this elaborate ruse.

OpenAI and Microsoft are teaming up to invest a whopping $100 billion in a top-secret supercomputer project, aimed at advancing AI technology to new heights, as reported by The Information. With Microsoft emphasizing their capability in developing cutting-edge AI infrastructure, the industry faces a crucial question of sustainability, especially with the substantial costs involved. The hefty investment raises eyebrows and highlights the ongoing challenge of financing the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

Tennessee’s newly enacted ELVIS Act, aimed at combating AI fakes, raises worries about potential unintended consequences and overreach into non-AI activities. The law, signed by Governor Bill Lee, seeks civil penalties for unauthorized AI forgeries, prohibiting cloning or faking the likeness or voice of any individual in the state. While addressing concerns about AI deepfakes, critics fear the law’s broad language may impinge on free speech and creative expression, potentially affecting tribute bands and digital image manipulation.

Researchers aspire for a new AI model, Quiet-STaR, to enhance reasoning abilities, mimicking human-like inner monologue. This model pauses to think before responding, reveals its process, and prompts users for feedback. Developed on the Mistral 7B large language model, Quiet-STaR exhibits improved reasoning with user interactions, aiming to bridge the gap between AI language models and human-like reasoning capabilities, showing promise for future advancements in artificial intelligence technology.

Google researchers have unleashed Vlogger, an AI marvel that can morph a static image into a chatty, lifelike avatar. The cutting-edge tech aims for genuine interaction, crafting synthetic personas to enhance virtual communication. While Vlogger’s potential for creative endeavors is enticing, its ease of use raises concerns about misuse. Though still a work in progress, this AI breakthrough could revolutionize the digital landscape – for better or for worse.

Be cautious about sharing sensitive information with AI chatbots, as hackers can easily eavesdrop on your conversations. Researchers at Ben-Gurion University revealed that these “side-channel attacks” exploit vulnerabilities in AI encryption methods, making it possible for malicious actors to intercept chat messages. While some platforms like Google’s Gemini are exceptions, most chatbots are susceptible to such exploits due to flawed encryption techniques. These security concerns highlight the importance of safeguarding personal data when interacting with AI technologies.