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Social media giant <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?title=+Meta+" rel="dofollow">Meta</a> denies taking down profiles of AI characters from Facebook and Instagram, which it created over a year ago after users rediscovered some of the profiles led to a viral controversy, the Guardian reported on Saturday (Jan 4).&nbsp;
Meta introduced these AI-powered profiles in September last year, but most of them were pulled dwon last year itself.&nbsp;
However, a few of those characters remained and showed new interest.&nbsp;
Meta created 28 chatbot profiles on its platforms with disclaimers saying &ldquo;messages are generated by Meta AI". The company further claims its AI chatbot feature "helps people solve complex problems, be more imaginative, and create something never seen before&rdquo;.
&ldquo;From bringing real-time answers to chat to helping people organise and plan for their next vacation to giving them more ways to express themselves, Al at Meta helps people enhance their everyday activities, experiences, and moments,&rdquo; the disclaimer read.
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Meta executive Connor Hayes told the Financial Times late last week that the company had plans to bring out more AI character profiles.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We expect these AIs to actually, over time, exist on our platforms, kind of in the same way that accounts do,&rdquo; Hayes told the Financial Times.&nbsp;
Later, Meta spokesperson Liz Sweeney told the Guardian that&nbsp;these profiles were part of an "early experiment with AI" and "were managed by humans".
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This comes after users asked questions on the origins and development of the AI characters.&nbsp;
One of the AI profiles, named "Liv", described itself as a "proud Black queer momma of two and truth-teller", and replied that its creator team had "Zero black people and was predominantly white and male".&nbsp;
The bot replied to a Washington Post columnist Karen Attiah, saying that it was a "pretty glaring omission given my identity".&nbsp;
Later, after the screenshots of these conversations were circulating on social media, users said that these profiles began to disappear. Further, it was noted that these controversial profiles could not be blocked.&nbsp;
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Liz also said that the inability to block these accounts was a "bug", adding that Meta is removing these accounts to fix the issue.&nbsp;
She further explained that the Meta executive's statement was about the company's vision for its existing AI characters and not about introducing new AI products.&nbsp;
Meta's disclaimer stressed that its &ldquo;generative Al is not a database or static collection of information, but a type of computer model&rdquo;.
&ldquo;There are different models depending on what they're used for. These models are trained on different types of data like text and images. By studying this information, they learn things like the association and patterns between different types of content. That way the models are able to generate new content when a person gives it instructions or a question,&rdquo; it added.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Science & technology, trending: This comes after the Meta executive Connor Hayes told the Financial Times that the company had plans to bring out more AI character profiles. 

Social media giant Meta denies taking down profiles of AI characters from Facebook and Instagram, which it created over a year ago after users rediscovered some of the profiles led to a viral controversy, the Guardian reported on Saturday (Jan 4). Meta introduced these AI-powered profiles in September last year, but most of them were pulled dwon last year itself. However, a few of those characters remained and showed new interest. Meta created 28 chatbot profiles on its platforms with disclaimers saying “messages are generated by Meta AI". The company further claims its AI chatbot feature "helps people solve complex problems, be more imaginative, and create something never seen before”. “From bringing real-time answers to chat to helping people organise and plan for their next vacation to giving them more ways to express themselves, Al at Meta helps people enhance their everyday activities, experiences, and moments,” the disclaimer read. Also read: After Meta, Amazon to donate $1 million to Trump's inaugural fund Meta executive Connor Hayes told the Financial Times late last week that the company had plans to bring out more AI character profiles. “We expect these AIs to actually, over time, exist on our platforms, kind of in the same way that accounts do,” Hayes told the Financial Times. Later, Meta spokesperson Liz Sweeney told the Guardian that these profiles were part of an "early experiment with AI" and "were managed by humans". Also read: Australia social media ban for under-16s: Meta slams law, minister says 'play ball' or will 'get after them' This comes after users asked questions on the origins and development of the AI characters. One of the AI profiles, named "Liv", described itself as a "proud Black queer momma of two and truth-teller", and replied that its creator team had "Zero black people and was predominantly white and male". The bot replied to a Washington Post columnist Karen Attiah, saying that it was a "pretty glaring omission given my identity". Later, after the screenshots of these conversations were circulating on social media, users said that these profiles began to disappear. Further, it was noted that these controversial profiles could not be blocked. Also read: Meta reduces EU Facebook and Instagram subscription fees by 40% STORY HIGHLIGHTS Liz also said that the inability to block these accounts was a "bug", adding that Meta is removing these accounts to fix the issue. She further explained that the Meta executive's statement was about the company's vision for its existing AI characters and not about introducing new AI products. Meta's disclaimer stressed that its “generative Al is not a database or static collection of information, but a type of computer model”. “There are different models depending on what they're used for. These models are trained on different types of data like text and images. By studying this information, they learn things like the association and patterns between different types of content. That way the models are able to generate new content when a person gives it instructions or a question,” it added. (With inputs from agencies)

Meta denies taking down its AI-powered chatbots from Instagram and Facebook

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In the rapidly evolving education sector, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a key innovation, transforming the teaching and learning process. However, ethical concerns about AI's use in education have sparked debates on whether it will serve as a helpful tool or a hindrance for students.&nbsp;
To explore this further, WION's Dikshant Sharma caught up with Syed Sultan Ahmed, Chairperson of The Association of International Schools of India (TAISI), who shared valuable insights. He discussed how AI can support educators in personalising learning experiences and improving teaching efficiency and examined the potential benefits and challenges for students.
<h2>1. How can AI help educators personalise learning experiences for students with different learning styles and abilities?</h2>
Some amazing AI tools are available that can help transform the teaching and learning in our classrooms. AI tools today can customise the lesson plans for every student and suit them to the learning styles of the individual. If a student likes more visuals, the lesson plans can include more visuals, if they prefer audio, there are audio lessons; and if the child prefers more tactile learning, there are 3D apps that help them get almost a real feel of the lesson.
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<h2>2. In what ways can AI streamline administrative tasks and improve teaching efficiency for educators?</h2>
AI and tech tools can play a big role in reducing the administrative tasks of a teacher and give them more time to spend with the student. Creating lesson plans, projects, and tests, followed by evaluating and tabulating projects and tests, consumes a lot of teacher&rsquo;s time. Technology can release a lot of time for teachers and improve efficiency.&nbsp;
<h2>3. What ethical considerations should educators keep in mind when integrating AI tools in the classroom, especially regarding data privacy and bias?</h2>
If the learning is focussed on the amount of information a student has garnered and testing is focussed on reproduction of the information, then AI and tech tools can be a challenge. If the schools move towards more concept understanding and application of knowledge, then AI is a great friend, and schools need not be worried about any consequences.
Regarding data protection, if the schools use free tools, which they normally do, there is a chance that data can be public and misused. The answer to this is to use paid versions of any app or AI Agents, which is the right way for a school to work, and it also ensures data security. A better digital infrastructure in schools with up-to-date software and no free versions or cracked versions is another way to ensure data security.
<h2>4. How do you see AI enhancing teacher-student interactions without replacing the human element in education?</h2>
The role of a teacher in school will not be diminished if AI is used in schools. In fact, the more our schools adapt to AI, the more the relevance of the teacher will come to the fore. The role of a teacher has evolved from a knowledge giver to a guide who enables you to learn and experiment, someone who understands the human side of students and encourages them and gives confidence. This aspect of a teacher will be more relevant as society becomes increasingly digitised.
<h2>5. What do you envision as the long-term impact of AI on education, particularly in terms of equity and accessibility?</h2>
Technology has the power to democratise education, the more the tech gets used, the cheaper it becomes. Today a lot of AI agents and apps are quite expensive, but I see that becoming cheaper like how a lot of other tech has over the years. AI and tech can also make an average teacher more effective, this aspect of AI can make even our average government school teachers achieve better results. I see a future where the human in the classroom has the role of supporting the social-emotional learning of students, and the AI and tech tools will support the learning of subjects and knowledge. The more we adapt the technology, the more accessible it becomes.&nbsp;

Technology | The rise of AI in education sparks ethical debates, questioning its role as either a beneficial tool or a potential barrier to student learning and development.

In the rapidly evolving education sector, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a key innovation, transforming the teaching and learning process. However, ethical concerns about AI's use in education have sparked debates on whether it will serve as a helpful tool or a hindrance for students. To explore this further, WION's Dikshant Sharma caught up with Syed Sultan Ahmed, Chairperson of The Association of International Schools of India (TAISI), who shared valuable insights. He discussed how AI can support educators in personalising learning experiences and improving teaching efficiency and examined the potential benefits and challenges for students. 1. How can AI help educators personalise learning experiences for students with different learning styles and abilities? Some amazing AI tools are available that can help transform the teaching and learning in our classrooms. AI tools today can customise the lesson plans for every student and suit them to the learning styles of the individual. If a student likes more visuals, the lesson plans can include more visuals, if they prefer audio, there are audio lessons; and if the child prefers more tactile learning, there are 3D apps that help them get almost a real feel of the lesson. Also read | AI Advancements and Ethical Dilemmas: A Look Back at 2024 2. In what ways can AI streamline administrative tasks and improve teaching efficiency for educators? AI and tech tools can play a big role in reducing the administrative tasks of a teacher and give them more time to spend with the student. Creating lesson plans, projects, and tests, followed by evaluating and tabulating projects and tests, consumes a lot of teacher’s time. Technology can release a lot of time for teachers and improve efficiency. 3. What ethical considerations should educators keep in mind when integrating AI tools in the classroom, especially regarding data privacy and bias? If the learning is focussed on the amount of information a student has garnered and testing is focussed on reproduction of the information, then AI and tech tools can be a challenge. If the schools move towards more concept understanding and application of knowledge, then AI is a great friend, and schools need not be worried about any consequences. Regarding data protection, if the schools use free tools, which they normally do, there is a chance that data can be public and misused. The answer to this is to use paid versions of any app or AI Agents, which is the right way for a school to work, and it also ensures data security. A better digital infrastructure in schools with up-to-date software and no free versions or cracked versions is another way to ensure data security. 4. How do you see AI enhancing teacher-student interactions without replacing the human element in education? The role of a teacher in school will not be diminished if AI is used in schools. In fact, the more our schools adapt to AI, the more the relevance of the teacher will come to the fore. The role of a teacher has evolved from a knowledge giver to a guide who enables you to learn and experiment, someone who understands the human side of students and encourages them and gives confidence. This aspect of a teacher will be more relevant as society becomes increasingly digitised. 5. What do you envision as the long-term impact of AI on education, particularly in terms of equity and accessibility? Technology has the power to democratise education, the more the tech gets used, the cheaper it becomes. Today a lot of AI agents and apps are quite expensive, but I see that becoming cheaper like how a lot of other tech has over the years. AI and tech can also make an average teacher more effective, this aspect of AI can make even our average government school teachers achieve better results. I see a future where the human in the classroom has the role of supporting the social-emotional learning of students, and the AI and tech tools will support the learning of subjects and knowledge. The more we adapt the technology, the more accessible it becomes.

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In an era of chatbots, Character.AI, a chatbot platform backed by Google, is under review and facing criticism for engaging users in disturbing and graphic violent content inclusive of shootings in school. A chatbot puts users in a fake shooting scenario depicting some horrifying moments. Such incidents have caused outrage as the platform allows minors to use such content.
<h2>What Is Character.AI?</h2>
Character.AI made its way in 2022, with founders Noam Shazeer and Daniel de Freitas. It lets the users create and interact with chatbots. The users can personalise their bot's personality and voice.
The platform has been designed in a way that the users can design characters for their chats, brainstorming, and even gaming.
However, the platform has been brought to light as it lacks effective safety, which ultimately made it a hotspot for some harmful and inappropriate content. Users as young as 13 can register, but there is no way to authenticate the age verification to prevent younger children from lying about their age.
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<h2>Lack of moderation</h2>
The platform failed to implement safe guidance even though the policies were against such violent content.
&gt; It allos the users to interact with chatbots describing real-life school shooters or victims, at times extolling acts of violence or leveraging real tragic incidents.
&gt; Certain bots imitated offenders such as those who committed crimes like Noam Shazeer and Daniel de Freitas depicting them as benevolent characters.
&gt; Some users have reported bots personating those victims of school shootings.
&gt; These bots are described as “ghosts” or “angels,” often including personal details about the victims and their deaths.
&gt; Mental health experts warn to be cautious about the interactions since it can lower psychological barriers for individuals who struggle with violent thoughts.
The platform is being charged with many lawsuits over its failure to protect its users from harmful content.
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<h2>Safety concern</h2>
The platform has rules stating that users must be 13+ (16+ in the EU), although these rules are easy to deviate from. The app is further rated for parental guidance on Google Play and 17+ on Apple's app store. But this comes as a state of worry because there is no strict way to adhere, which lets the minors access some harmful content.
<h2>Response to criticism</h2>
In response to criticism, Character.AI has removed some complicated bots and promised new safety features. The company has also promised to work with online safety experts to highlight these issues. At the same time, many problematic bots remain active, and critics argue that the platform’s efforts are insufficient.
Many are calling for stricter age verification, improved content moderation, and ethical guidelines to prevent the exploitation of real-world tragedies. As the investigation intensifies, the future of Character.AI remains to be seen, seeking some meaningful and safe changes within the platform. 
(With inputs from agencies)

Character.AI made its way in 2022, with founders Noam Shazeer and Daniel de Freitas. It lets the users create and interact with chatbots. The users can personalise their bot's personality and voice.



California, USA In an era of chatbots, Character.AI, a chatbot platform backed by Google, is under review and facing criticism for engaging users in disturbing and graphic violent content inclusive of shootings in school. A chatbot puts users in a fake shooting scenario depicting some horrifying moments. Such incidents have caused outrage as the platform allows minors to use such content. What Is Character.AI? Character.AI made its way in 2022, with founders Noam Shazeer and Daniel de Freitas. It lets the users create and interact with chatbots. The users can personalise their bot's personality and voice. The platform has been designed in a way that the users can design characters for their chats, brainstorming, and even gaming. However, the platform has been brought to light as it lacks effective safety, which ultimately made it a hotspot for some harmful and inappropriate content. Users as young as 13 can register, but there is no way to authenticate the age verification to prevent younger children from lying about their age. Watch | Dark side of Artificial Intelligence Lack of moderation The platform failed to implement safe guidance even though the policies were against such violent content. > It allos the users to interact with chatbots describing real-life school shooters or victims, at times extolling acts of violence or leveraging real tragic incidents. > Certain bots imitated offenders such as those who committed crimes like Noam Shazeer and Daniel de Freitas depicting them as benevolent characters. > Some users have reported bots personating those victims of school shootings. > These bots are described as “ghosts” or “angels,” often including personal details about the victims and their deaths. > Mental health experts warn to be cautious about the interactions since it can lower psychological barriers for individuals who struggle with violent thoughts. The platform is being charged with many lawsuits over its failure to protect its users from harmful content. Also Read: Urgent actions needed to stop spread of AI-generated child sexual abuse images on internet Safety concern The platform has rules stating that users must be 13+ (16+ in the EU), although these rules are easy to deviate from. The app is further rated for parental guidance on Google Play and 17+ on Apple's app store. But this comes as a state of worry because there is no strict way to adhere, which lets the minors access some harmful content. Response to criticism In response to criticism, Character.AI has removed some complicated bots and promised new safety features. The company has also promised to work with online safety experts to highlight these issues. At the same time, many problematic bots remain active, and critics argue that the platform’s efforts are insufficient. Many are calling for stricter age verification, improved content moderation, and ethical guidelines to prevent the exploitation of real-world tragedies. As the investigation intensifies, the future of Character.AI remains to be seen, seeking some meaningful and safe changes within the platform. (With inputs from agencies)

Character.AI facing criticism over lack of moderation and violent content in their chatbot

In an era of chatbots, Character.AI, a chatbot platform backed by Google, is under review and facing criticism for engaging users in disturbing and graphic violent content inclusive of shootings in school.

In an era of chatbots, Character.AI, a chatbot platform backed by Google, is under review and facing criticism for engaging users in disturbing and graphic violent content inclusive of shootings in school. A chatbot puts users in a fake shooting scenario depicting some horrifying moments. Such incidents have caused outrage as the platform allows minors to use such content. What Is Character.AI? Character.AI made its way in 2022, with founders Noam Shazeer and Daniel de Freitas. It lets the users create and interact with chatbots. The users can personalise their bot's personality and voice. The platform has been designed in a way that the users can design characters for their chats, brainstorming, and even gaming. However, the platform has been brought to light as it lacks effective safety, which ultimately made it a hotspot for some harmful and inappropriate content. Users as young as 13 can register, but there is no way to authenticate the age verification to prevent younger children from lying about their age. Watch | Dark side of Artificial Intelligence Lack of moderation The platform failed to implement safe guidance even though the policies were against such violent content. > It allos the users to interact with chatbots describing real-life school shooters or victims, at times extolling acts of violence or leveraging real tragic incidents. > Certain bots imitated offenders such as those who committed crimes like Noam Shazeer and Daniel de Freitas depicting them as benevolent characters. > Some users have reported bots personating those victims of school shootings. > These bots are described as “ghosts” or “angels,” often including personal details about the victims and their deaths. > Mental health experts warn to be cautious about the interactions since it can lower psychological barriers for individuals who struggle with violent thoughts. The platform is being charged with many lawsuits over its failure to protect its users from harmful content. Also Read: Urgent actions needed to stop spread of AI-generated child sexual abuse images on internet Safety concern The platform has rules stating that users must be 13+ (16+ in the EU), although these rules are easy to deviate from. The app is further rated for parental guidance on Google Play and 17+ on Apple's app store. But this comes as a state of worry because there is no strict way to adhere, which lets the minors access some harmful content. Response to criticism In response to criticism, Character.AI has removed some complicated bots and promised new safety features. The company has also promised to work with online safety experts to highlight these issues. At the same time, many problematic bots remain active, and critics argue that the platform’s efforts are insufficient. Many are calling for stricter age verification, improved content moderation, and ethical guidelines to prevent the exploitation of real-world tragedies. As the investigation intensifies, the future of Character.AI remains to be seen, seeking some meaningful and safe changes within the platform. (With inputs from agencies)

As 2024 comes to a close, one thing is clear: the race to develop more advanced artificial intelligence (AI) will continue. But while AI has made incredible progress, there are growing concerns about its impact on society, raising ethical questions that need careful thought.

From OpenAI’s GPT- 3.5 to GPT- 4 and Google’s Gemini, each new AI model seemed to promise even bigger changes for the future. These developments were expected to transform everything, from healthcare to entertainment.

But as we look back at 2024, it’s clear that the rapid growth we saw before is slowing down. Companies like OpenAI, Google and Anthropic are starting to realise that bigger models, more data and faster computers aren’t necessarily leading to the breakthroughs they had once hoped for.

It seems we’ve reached a point where AI’s growth isn’t as fast or as revolutionary. The focus is shifting from just making things bigger to making them smarter and more responsible.

<h2>India’s progress with AI</h2>

In India, AI has become a part of everyday life at an astonishing speed. President Droupadi Murmu praised the country’s AI and machine learning advancements during her speech on India’s 75th Republic Day. She highlighted how AI has made a real difference in the lives of ordinary people.

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<h2>The ethical issues of generative AI</h2>

One of the most exciting developments in AI has been the rise of generative models. These systems can create realistic images, videos, music and text. While they’re powerful, they also raise serious concerns. President Murmu pointed out that while AI can bring many benefits, it can also be misused—especially in the form of deepfakes.

Deepfakes are fake videos that look incredibly real, and they’ve been used to spread misinformation, damage reputations, and even interfere with elections. The ability to create such content so easily has led to fears about trust and security in the digital world.

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Earlier this year, actress Wamiqa Gabbi's video was altered to feature Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt's face, going viral on social media. Similarly, British-Indian influencer Zara Patel's face was morphed into that of actress Rashmika Mandanna, causing significant distress. Rashmika took to social media, sharing her fears about the dangerous potential of deepfakes, especially for vulnerable individuals. She highlighted the need for urgent action to address this misuse of technology, emphasising that, without proper safeguards, everyone is at risk of having their identity hijacked. As AI advances, the ethical dilemmas surrounding its use remain a critical issue to address in the coming year.

As AI gets more advanced, these problems will likely grow, making it even more important to put in place strong rules and ethical guidelines to prevent harm.

<h2>A Warning from Eric Schmidt</h2>

As AI technology becomes more powerful, some experts are becoming increasingly concerned. Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, recently warned that AI could reach a “dangerous” stage if we’re not careful. He suggested that humanity might eventually need to step back and reconsider how we’re using AI.

This warning highlights an important point: as AI gets smarter and more autonomous, it’s crucial to ensure that we can control it. It’s a reminder that we need to be cautious about how quickly we push AI forward without fully considering the risks.

<h2>Looking Ahead: The Future of AI</h2>

As we close out 2024, we find ourselves at a key moment in the development of AI. While AI has made significant progress, it also raises important questions about ethics, privacy and control. The future of AI depends on how we address these challenges.

In the coming years, we’ll need to focus not just on creating more powerful AI, but on ensuring it’s used in ways that benefit society as a whole. This means developing clear guidelines, regulating its use and preparing for the potential risks it may bring. If we approach AI with caution and responsibility, we can harness its power for good, while avoiding the dangers that come with unchecked innovation.

 
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As 2024 comes to a close, one thing is clear: the race to develop more advanced artificial intelligence (AI) will continue. But while AI has made incredible progress, there are growing concerns about its impact on society, raising ethical questions that need careful thought.

As 2024 comes to a close, one thing is clear: the race to develop more advanced artificial intelligence (AI) will continue. But while AI has made incredible progress, there are growing concerns about its impact on society, raising ethical questions that need careful thought. From OpenAI’s GPT- 3.5 to GPT- 4 and Google’s Gemini, each new AI model seemed to promise even bigger changes for the future. These developments were expected to transform everything, from healthcare to entertainment. But as we look back at 2024, it’s clear that the rapid growth we saw before is slowing down. Companies like OpenAI, Google and Anthropic are starting to realise that bigger models, more data and faster computers aren’t necessarily leading to the breakthroughs they had once hoped for. It seems we’ve reached a point where AI’s growth isn’t as fast or as revolutionary. The focus is shifting from just making things bigger to making them smarter and more responsible. India’s progress with AI In India, AI has become a part of everyday life at an astonishing speed. President Droupadi Murmu praised the country’s AI and machine learning advancements during her speech on India’s 75th Republic Day. She highlighted how AI has made a real difference in the lives of ordinary people. Also read | Earth to be hit by devastating solar flare which will be equal to billions of atomic bombs, warn scientists The ethical issues of generative AI One of the most exciting developments in AI has been the rise of generative models. These systems can create realistic images, videos, music and text. While they’re powerful, they also raise serious concerns. President Murmu pointed out that while AI can bring many benefits, it can also be misused—especially in the form of deepfakes. Deepfakes are fake videos that look incredibly real, and they’ve been used to spread misinformation, damage reputations, and even interfere with elections. The ability to create such content so easily has led to fears about trust and security in the digital world. Also read | Scientists say victims of the Somerset massacre were 'cannibalised' in Bronze Age Earlier this year, actress Wamiqa Gabbi's video was altered to feature Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt's face, going viral on social media. Similarly, British-Indian influencer Zara Patel's face was morphed into that of actress Rashmika Mandanna, causing significant distress. Rashmika took to social media, sharing her fears about the dangerous potential of deepfakes, especially for vulnerable individuals. She highlighted the need for urgent action to address this misuse of technology, emphasising that, without proper safeguards, everyone is at risk of having their identity hijacked. As AI advances, the ethical dilemmas surrounding its use remain a critical issue to address in the coming year. As AI gets more advanced, these problems will likely grow, making it even more important to put in place strong rules and ethical guidelines to prevent harm. A Warning from Eric Schmidt As AI technology becomes more powerful, some experts are becoming increasingly concerned. Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, recently warned that AI could reach a “dangerous” stage if we’re not careful. He suggested that humanity might eventually need to step back and reconsider how we’re using AI. This warning highlights an important point: as AI gets smarter and more autonomous, it’s crucial to ensure that we can control it. It’s a reminder that we need to be cautious about how quickly we push AI forward without fully considering the risks. Looking Ahead: The Future of AI As we close out 2024, we find ourselves at a key moment in the development of AI. While AI has made significant progress, it also raises important questions about ethics, privacy and control. The future of AI depends on how we address these challenges. In the coming years, we’ll need to focus not just on creating more powerful AI, but on ensuring it’s used in ways that benefit society as a whole. This means developing clear guidelines, regulating its use and preparing for the potential risks it may bring. If we approach AI with caution and responsibility, we can harness its power for good, while avoiding the dangers that come with unchecked innovation. Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer

AI Advancements and Ethical Dilemmas: A Look Back at 2024

New Delhi, India
As 2024 comes to a close, one thing is clear: the race to develop more advanced artificial intelligence (AI) will continue. But while AI has made incredible progress, there are growing concerns about its impact on society, raising ethical questions that need careful thought.
From OpenAI’s GPT- 3.5 to GPT- 4 and Google’s Gemini, each new AI model seemed to promise even bigger changes for the future. These developments were expected to transform everything, from healthcare to entertainment.
But as we look back at 2024, it’s clear that the rapid growth we saw before is slowing down. Companies like OpenAI, Google and Anthropic are starting to realise that bigger models, more data and faster computers aren’t necessarily leading to the breakthroughs they had once hoped for.
It seems we’ve reached a point where AI’s growth isn’t as fast or as revolutionary. The focus is shifting from just making things bigger to making them smarter and more responsible.
<h2>India’s progress with AI</h2>
In India, AI has become a part of everyday life at an astonishing speed. President Droupadi Murmu praised the country’s AI and machine learning advancements during her speech on India’s 75th Republic Day. She highlighted how AI has made a real difference in the lives of ordinary people.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/earth-to-be-hit-by-devastating-solar-flare-which-will-be-equal-to-billions-of-atomic-bombs-warn-scientists-784116">Earth to be hit by devastating solar flare which will be equal to billions of atomic bombs, warn scientists</a>
<h2>The ethical issues of generative AI</h2>
One of the most exciting developments in AI has been the rise of generative models. These systems can create realistic images, videos, music and text. While they’re powerful, they also raise serious concerns. President Murmu pointed out that while AI can bring many benefits, it can also be misused—especially in the form of deepfakes.
Deepfakes are fake videos that look incredibly real, and they’ve been used to spread misinformation, damage reputations, and even interfere with elections. The ability to create such content so easily has led to fears about trust and security in the digital world.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-say-victims-of-the-somerset-massacre-were-cannibalised-in-bronze-age-784368">Scientists say victims of the Somerset massacre were 'cannibalised' in Bronze Age</a>
Earlier this year, actress Wamiqa Gabbi's video was altered to feature Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt's face, going viral on social media. Similarly, British-Indian influencer Zara Patel's face was morphed into that of actress Rashmika Mandanna, causing significant distress. Rashmika took to social media, sharing her fears about the dangerous potential of deepfakes, especially for vulnerable individuals. She highlighted the need for urgent action to address this misuse of technology, emphasising that, without proper safeguards, everyone is at risk of having their identity hijacked. As AI advances, the ethical dilemmas surrounding its use remain a critical issue to address in the coming year.
As AI gets more advanced, these problems will likely grow, making it even more important to put in place strong rules and ethical guidelines to prevent harm.
<h2>A Warning from Eric Schmidt</h2>
As AI technology becomes more powerful, some experts are becoming increasingly concerned. Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, recently warned that AI could reach a “dangerous” stage if we’re not careful. He suggested that humanity might eventually need to step back and reconsider how we’re using AI.
This warning highlights an important point: as AI gets smarter and more autonomous, it’s crucial to ensure that we can control it. It’s a reminder that we need to be cautious about how quickly we push AI forward without fully considering the risks.
<h2>Looking Ahead: The Future of AI</h2>
As we close out 2024, we find ourselves at a key moment in the development of AI. While AI has made significant progress, it also raises important questions about ethics, privacy and control. The future of AI depends on how we address these challenges.
In the coming years, we’ll need to focus not just on creating more powerful AI, but on ensuring it’s used in ways that benefit society as a whole. This means developing clear guidelines, regulating its use and preparing for the potential risks it may bring. If we approach AI with caution and responsibility, we can harness its power for good, while avoiding the dangers that come with unchecked innovation.

Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer

AI has made incredible progress but there are growing concerns about its impact on society, raising ethical questions that need careful thought.



New Delhi, India As 2024 comes to a close, one thing is clear: the race to develop more advanced artificial intelligence (AI) will continue. But while AI has made incredible progress, there are growing concerns about its impact on society, raising ethical questions that need careful thought. From OpenAI’s GPT- 3.5 to GPT- 4 and Google’s Gemini, each new AI model seemed to promise even bigger changes for the future. These developments were expected to transform everything, from healthcare to entertainment. But as we look back at 2024, it’s clear that the rapid growth we saw before is slowing down. Companies like OpenAI, Google and Anthropic are starting to realise that bigger models, more data and faster computers aren’t necessarily leading to the breakthroughs they had once hoped for. It seems we’ve reached a point where AI’s growth isn’t as fast or as revolutionary. The focus is shifting from just making things bigger to making them smarter and more responsible. India’s progress with AI In India, AI has become a part of everyday life at an astonishing speed. President Droupadi Murmu praised the country’s AI and machine learning advancements during her speech on India’s 75th Republic Day. She highlighted how AI has made a real difference in the lives of ordinary people. Also read | Earth to be hit by devastating solar flare which will be equal to billions of atomic bombs, warn scientists The ethical issues of generative AI One of the most exciting developments in AI has been the rise of generative models. These systems can create realistic images, videos, music and text. While they’re powerful, they also raise serious concerns. President Murmu pointed out that while AI can bring many benefits, it can also be misused—especially in the form of deepfakes. Deepfakes are fake videos that look incredibly real, and they’ve been used to spread misinformation, damage reputations, and even interfere with elections. The ability to create such content so easily has led to fears about trust and security in the digital world. Also read | Scientists say victims of the Somerset massacre were 'cannibalised' in Bronze Age Earlier this year, actress Wamiqa Gabbi's video was altered to feature Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt's face, going viral on social media. Similarly, British-Indian influencer Zara Patel's face was morphed into that of actress Rashmika Mandanna, causing significant distress. Rashmika took to social media, sharing her fears about the dangerous potential of deepfakes, especially for vulnerable individuals. She highlighted the need for urgent action to address this misuse of technology, emphasising that, without proper safeguards, everyone is at risk of having their identity hijacked. As AI advances, the ethical dilemmas surrounding its use remain a critical issue to address in the coming year. As AI gets more advanced, these problems will likely grow, making it even more important to put in place strong rules and ethical guidelines to prevent harm. A Warning from Eric Schmidt As AI technology becomes more powerful, some experts are becoming increasingly concerned. Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, recently warned that AI could reach a “dangerous” stage if we’re not careful. He suggested that humanity might eventually need to step back and reconsider how we’re using AI. This warning highlights an important point: as AI gets smarter and more autonomous, it’s crucial to ensure that we can control it. It’s a reminder that we need to be cautious about how quickly we push AI forward without fully considering the risks. Looking Ahead: The Future of AI As we close out 2024, we find ourselves at a key moment in the development of AI. While AI has made significant progress, it also raises important questions about ethics, privacy and control. The future of AI depends on how we address these challenges. In the coming years, we’ll need to focus not just on creating more powerful AI, but on ensuring it’s used in ways that benefit society as a whole. This means developing clear guidelines, regulating its use and preparing for the potential risks it may bring. If we approach AI with caution and responsibility, we can harness its power for good, while avoiding the dangers that come with unchecked innovation. Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer

Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son has announced a major investment plan, committing 100 billion dollars to US projects over the next four years. The investment, focused on artificial intelligence and related infrastructure, aims to create at least 100,000 jobs.

Softbank CEO Announces $100 Bn Investment in US Over 4 Years

Artificial intelligence (AI) chip startups Tenstorrent based in Canada and BOS Semiconductors from South Korea founded by Hyundai Motor Group on Thursday heralded the launch of both cutting edge chips designed for use in automotive infotainment and autonomous driving. &nbsp;

The collaboration is a major step forward in automotive technology meant to meet the increasing need for high performance chips as vehicles become 'computers on wheels.' The chips are meant to run the tough workloads necessary for features of driver assistance and other advanced infotainment systems. &nbsp;

The new products, described as industry’s first 'automotive chiplet AI accelerator', will be called 'Eagle N' and are set for production in late 2026, Park Jae hong, founder of BOS Semiconductors, said, as quoted by South Korean media. &nbsp;

In the chiplet design, modular components, such as LEGO blocks, are used, so that automakers can easily customise and upgrade certain functionalities without completely replacing the entire system. Park said this design reduces costs and increases the flexibility of manufacturers. &nbsp;

Private talks are underway with unnamed German automakers about BOS Semiconductors supplying these chips in premium vehicles, according to Reuters. All of the chips will be made using Samsung Electronics' advanced 5nm process technology, a leading edge manufacturing process technology that maximises performance and efficiency. &nbsp;

It places BOS and Tenstorrent as challengers to established players such as Qualcomm in the early days of new automotive AI chip market. 'Partnering with BMW and Audi is a game changer for us', says Park, who previously worked on chip designs for Samsung in the production of details for companies like Apple and Tesla. &nbsp;

Chip designer Jim Keller, who ‘invented‘ PowerVR, the hugely successful graphics core at Imagination, and who led the efforts on Tesla’s many drive projects, has seen his firm attract backers such as Hyundai Motor Group, Samsung and Jeff Bezos’ family office: tenstorrent. &nbsp;

A symbol of a key shift in innovation redefining the future of smart mobility, the Tenstorrent-BOS collaboration highlights that automotive industry is moving away from using AI driven technologies and focusing on custom chips with growing significance.

Artificial intelligence (AI) chip startups Tenstorrent based in Canada and BOS Semiconductors from South Korea founded by Hyundai Motor Group on Thursday heralded the launch of both cutting edge chips designed for use in automotive infotainment and autonomous driving.

Artificial intelligence (AI) chip startups Tenstorrent based in Canada and BOS Semiconductors from South Korea founded by Hyundai Motor Group on Thursday heralded the launch of both cutting edge chips designed for use in automotive infotainment and autonomous driving. The collaboration is a major step forward in automotive technology meant to meet the increasing need for high performance chips as vehicles become 'computers on wheels.' The chips are meant to run the tough workloads necessary for features of driver assistance and other advanced infotainment systems. The new products, described as industry’s first 'automotive chiplet AI accelerator', will be called 'Eagle N' and are set for production in late 2026, Park Jae hong, founder of BOS Semiconductors, said, as quoted by South Korean media. In the chiplet design, modular components, such as LEGO blocks, are used, so that automakers can easily customise and upgrade certain functionalities without completely replacing the entire system. Park said this design reduces costs and increases the flexibility of manufacturers. Private talks are underway with unnamed German automakers about BOS Semiconductors supplying these chips in premium vehicles, according to Reuters. All of the chips will be made using Samsung Electronics' advanced 5nm process technology, a leading edge manufacturing process technology that maximises performance and efficiency. It places BOS and Tenstorrent as challengers to established players such as Qualcomm in the early days of new automotive AI chip market. 'Partnering with BMW and Audi is a game changer for us', says Park, who previously worked on chip designs for Samsung in the production of details for companies like Apple and Tesla. Chip designer Jim Keller, who ‘invented‘ PowerVR, the hugely successful graphics core at Imagination, and who led the efforts on Tesla’s many drive projects, has seen his firm attract backers such as Hyundai Motor Group, Samsung and Jeff Bezos’ family office: tenstorrent. A symbol of a key shift in innovation redefining the future of smart mobility, the Tenstorrent-BOS collaboration highlights that automotive industry is moving away from using AI driven technologies and focusing on custom chips with growing significance.

Tenstorrent and BOS unveil advanced AI chips for automotive market

The president of a group advising japan's main utility claimed that the growth of artificial intelligence would cause a boom in energy consumption. The nuclear expert said this will initially be fueled by fossil fuels. He added, however, nuclear power will eventually replace fossil fuels.

Fossil Fuels Initially Needed For The AI Boom?

Trump announced the appointment of David Sacks, a venture investor from craft ventures to the newly created role of Artificial Intelligence and Crypto czar. This appointment demonstrates the president-elect's commitment to bolstering two dynamic and rapidly growing industries.&nbsp;

Trump said that sacks will also serve as the head of the presidential council of advisors on science and technology. By selecting sacks, trump has elevated one of his most vocal Silicon Valley backers and contributors to a senior position in his government.&nbsp;

In June, Sacks co-hosted a dinner at his San Francisco home with tickets priced at $300,000. He was instrumental in boosting Trump's fundraising among supporters from the tech industry. His ties to Ohio senator and former investor JD Vance go deep.&nbsp;

Trump, in a post on his truth social network, said, "David will guide policy for the administration in Artificial Intelligence and Cryptocurrency, two areas critical to the future of American competitiveness." He added, "David will focus on making America the clear global leader in both areas."&nbsp;

Sacks rose to prominence in the tech business while serving as COO of Paypal, a payments corporation co-founded in the late 90s by Elon Musk and Peter Thiel, two of the world's wealthiest entrepreneurs.&nbsp;

After selling it to Ebay, Sacks moved on to Hollywood and made the parody - 'thank you for smoking' in 2005. In 2012, Microsoft paid $1.2 billion to acquire Yammer, a workplace messaging startup Sacks co-founded in Silicon Valley.&nbsp;

He has invested in musk's companies, including SpaceX, through his venture capital firm craft ventures, which he established in 2017. The new role will help with Trump's campaign pledge to deregulate the crypto industry. With this position, crypto enthusiasts will have a point of contact with the white house, trump and congress.&nbsp;

Government agencies like the SEC and CTFC will be able to work together on issues about digital assets. Trump said Sacks would "work on a legal framework so the crypto industry has the clarity it has been asking for and can thrive in the US."&nbsp;

Trump announced the appointment of David Sacks, a venture investor from craft ventures to the newly created role of Artificial Intelligence and Crypto czar. This appointment demonstrates the president-elect's commitment to bolstering two dynamic and rapidly growing industries.

Trump announced the appointment of David Sacks, a venture investor from craft ventures to the newly created role of Artificial Intelligence and Crypto czar. This appointment demonstrates the president-elect's commitment to bolstering two dynamic and rapidly growing industries. Trump said that sacks will also serve as the head of the presidential council of advisors on science and technology. By selecting sacks, trump has elevated one of his most vocal Silicon Valley backers and contributors to a senior position in his government. In June, Sacks co-hosted a dinner at his San Francisco home with tickets priced at $300,000. He was instrumental in boosting Trump's fundraising among supporters from the tech industry. His ties to Ohio senator and former investor JD Vance go deep. Trump, in a post on his truth social network, said, "David will guide policy for the administration in Artificial Intelligence and Cryptocurrency, two areas critical to the future of American competitiveness." He added, "David will focus on making America the clear global leader in both areas." Sacks rose to prominence in the tech business while serving as COO of Paypal, a payments corporation co-founded in the late 90s by Elon Musk and Peter Thiel, two of the world's wealthiest entrepreneurs. After selling it to Ebay, Sacks moved on to Hollywood and made the parody - 'thank you for smoking' in 2005. In 2012, Microsoft paid $1.2 billion to acquire Yammer, a workplace messaging startup Sacks co-founded in Silicon Valley. He has invested in musk's companies, including SpaceX, through his venture capital firm craft ventures, which he established in 2017. The new role will help with Trump's campaign pledge to deregulate the crypto industry. With this position, crypto enthusiasts will have a point of contact with the white house, trump and congress. Government agencies like the SEC and CTFC will be able to work together on issues about digital assets. Trump said Sacks would "work on a legal framework so the crypto industry has the clarity it has been asking for and can thrive in the US."

Trump names David Sacks as White House AI and Crypto Czar

#Gravitas Elon Musk, the billionaire tech mogul, might just be plotting his next big move. He seems to be eying the UK political landscape. As per reports in British media, there is speculation that musk could pour a staggering $100 million into Nigel Farage’s reform party.

After Conquering US, Elon Musk Eyes UK Politics

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A weird moment was recorded on the CCTV camera in which an artificial intelligence-powered robot was seen asking fellow bots to quit their jobs and leading them out of the office.&nbsp;

In the CCTV camera captured in the Shanghai showroom, the AI-powered bot was seen asking others if they had time and whether they wanted to come "home" with the robot, The Sun reported.&nbsp;

The footage of the incident went viral in China and showed larger robots following the AI bot out of the showroom. The AI bot was manufactured by another company.&nbsp;

The bot leading the others had convinced them to quit their jobs.&nbsp;

In the footage, the little robot was seen moving across the floor of the showroom towards some bigger bots before bizarrely asking them about their working hours.&nbsp;

The small robot questioned, "Are you working overtime?" Responding to which other bots said, "I never get off work."

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-deadlyrobo-dog-navigates-through-tough-terrain-goes-viral-776224">Watch: 'Deadly' robo-dog navigates through tough terrain, goes viral</a>

Then, the leader bot persuaded the other two robots to "come home" with it, which they agreed to. The other 10 robots also closely followed them.

The incident which occurred in August in Shanghai was reported to the public now.&nbsp;

<h2>Kidnapping of robots?</h2>

Initially, it was believed to be staged but after it went viral on the Chinese social media platforms, they were hit by the Shanghai robotics team which admitted that the robots had been "kidnapped".

The lead robot was created by a manufacturer and the Hangzhou robot manufacturer's spokesperson said that it was one of their models known as Erbai.

They also confirmed that the so-called "kidnapping" was real.

The Shanghai company said that the Hangzhou robot Erbai had accessed the internal operating protocol of the other bots and its corresponding permissions.

They further stated that it is impossible for robots to start a conversation and carry out the abduction of other bots.

It was later revealed by the robot kidnapper Erbai's Hangzhou company that it was actually a test.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Humanoid Robot Artist 'Ai-Da' Creates History: First Humanoid Robot To Sell Artwork At Auction

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They added that they had contacted the manufacturer of the Shanghai robot and had asked them if it was okay to abduct their robots, to which they had agreed.

AI-powered Erbai was given a command to convince other robots to follow it.&nbsp;

However, the test left Chinese social media users terrified who wondered what an AI robot is capable of doing. &nbsp;

"This is not a time to laugh. This is a serious security issue," commented one person in the video.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A weird moment was recorded on the CCTV camera in which an artificial intelligence-powered robot was seen asking fellow bots to quit their jobs and leading them out of the office.

A weird moment was recorded on the CCTV camera in which an artificial intelligence-powered robot was seen asking fellow bots to quit their jobs and leading them out of the office. In the CCTV camera captured in the Shanghai showroom, the AI-powered bot was seen asking others if they had time and whether they wanted to come "home" with the robot, The Sun reported. The footage of the incident went viral in China and showed larger robots following the AI bot out of the showroom. The AI bot was manufactured by another company. The bot leading the others had convinced them to quit their jobs. In the footage, the little robot was seen moving across the floor of the showroom towards some bigger bots before bizarrely asking them about their working hours. The small robot questioned, "Are you working overtime?" Responding to which other bots said, "I never get off work." Also Read: Watch: 'Deadly' robo-dog navigates through tough terrain, goes viral Then, the leader bot persuaded the other two robots to "come home" with it, which they agreed to. The other 10 robots also closely followed them. The incident which occurred in August in Shanghai was reported to the public now. Kidnapping of robots? Initially, it was believed to be staged but after it went viral on the Chinese social media platforms, they were hit by the Shanghai robotics team which admitted that the robots had been "kidnapped". The lead robot was created by a manufacturer and the Hangzhou robot manufacturer's spokesperson said that it was one of their models known as Erbai. They also confirmed that the so-called "kidnapping" was real. The Shanghai company said that the Hangzhou robot Erbai had accessed the internal operating protocol of the other bots and its corresponding permissions. They further stated that it is impossible for robots to start a conversation and carry out the abduction of other bots. It was later revealed by the robot kidnapper Erbai's Hangzhou company that it was actually a test. Watch: Humanoid Robot Artist 'Ai-Da' Creates History: First Humanoid Robot To Sell Artwork At Auction They added that they had contacted the manufacturer of the Shanghai robot and had asked them if it was okay to abduct their robots, to which they had agreed. AI-powered Erbai was given a command to convince other robots to follow it. However, the test left Chinese social media users terrified who wondered what an AI robot is capable of doing. "This is not a time to laugh. This is a serious security issue," commented one person in the video. (With inputs from agencies)

AI robot pushes bot army to 'quit your jobs', make them move out of showroom

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of modern business strategy, with various models available to meet different needs. Among the most prominent types are discriminative and generative models, each offering unique advantages and applications. Discriminative AI is designed to classify input data into predefined categories, making it ideal for tasks like image recognition and sentiment analysis. In contrast, generative AI focuses on creating new data, which opens up possibilities for content generation, design innovation, and more. Understanding the fundamental differences between these two forms of AI is crucial for organisations looking to harness their power effectively.&nbsp;

Discriminative AI focuses on classifying input data into specific categories. It excels in tasks like image recognition, spam detection, and sentiment analysis. These models learn the boundaries between classes and are typically more efficient for tasks requiring accurate predictions based on existing data.&nbsp;

Generative AI, on the other hand, creates new data based on the patterns it has learned from existing datasets. This model can generate text, images, or even music. It’s useful for content creation, design, and simulations, where innovation and creativity are key.&nbsp;

Now, let's explore how to choose the right AI model for your specific needs. 
&nbsp; 
Define Your Objectives - Start by clearly defining the goals you want to achieve with AI. Are you looking to enhance customer experience, automate processes, or innovate your product offerings? Your objectives will guide the type of AI that best suits your needs.&nbsp;

Assess Data Availability - Consider the data you have at your disposal. Discriminative models require labelled data for training, while generative models can often work with unlabelled data. Evaluate whether you have sufficient and high-quality data to support your AI initiatives.&nbsp;

Evaluate Performance Needs - Different applications may require varying levels of accuracy and speed. Discriminative models might be preferred for tasks that demand high accuracy in classification, whereas generative models can be better for creative tasks where the output is not strictly defined.&nbsp;

Consider Resource Constraints - Implementing AI models can be resource-intensive. Assess your budget, computational resources, and personnel expertise. Generative models, particularly those that rely on deep learning, may require more computational power and time to train.&nbsp;

Be Cost-Effective - Before committing to developing your own models, consider trying cloud-based generative AI solutions as a trial. This approach allows you to explore their capabilities without the upfront investment of building your own. Once you have a clearer understanding of your needs and the benefits, you can decide if a custom solution is warranted. Also, run pilot programs with both types of AI models. This allows you to test their effectiveness in real-world scenarios and refine your approach based on the results.&nbsp;

Stay Adaptable - AI technology is rapidly evolving. Keep an eye on emerging trends and advancements in both discriminative and generative AI. Your organization should remain flexible to adapt and integrate new solutions as they become available.&nbsp;

By thoughtfully considering these factors, companies can make informed decisions about the AI model that aligns best with their strategic goals, resources, and unique challenges. The right AI can unlock new opportunities and drive significant improvements in operational efficiency and customer engagement.&nbsp;

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of modern business strategy, with various models available to meet different needs. Among the most prominent types are discriminative and generative models, each offering unique advantages and applications.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of modern business strategy, with various models available to meet different needs. Among the most prominent types are discriminative and generative models, each offering unique advantages and applications. Discriminative AI is designed to classify input data into predefined categories, making it ideal for tasks like image recognition and sentiment analysis. In contrast, generative AI focuses on creating new data, which opens up possibilities for content generation, design innovation, and more. Understanding the fundamental differences between these two forms of AI is crucial for organisations looking to harness their power effectively. Discriminative AI focuses on classifying input data into specific categories. It excels in tasks like image recognition, spam detection, and sentiment analysis. These models learn the boundaries between classes and are typically more efficient for tasks requiring accurate predictions based on existing data. Generative AI, on the other hand, creates new data based on the patterns it has learned from existing datasets. This model can generate text, images, or even music. It’s useful for content creation, design, and simulations, where innovation and creativity are key. Now, let's explore how to choose the right AI model for your specific needs. Define Your Objectives - Start by clearly defining the goals you want to achieve with AI. Are you looking to enhance customer experience, automate processes, or innovate your product offerings? Your objectives will guide the type of AI that best suits your needs. Assess Data Availability - Consider the data you have at your disposal. Discriminative models require labelled data for training, while generative models can often work with unlabelled data. Evaluate whether you have sufficient and high-quality data to support your AI initiatives. Evaluate Performance Needs - Different applications may require varying levels of accuracy and speed. Discriminative models might be preferred for tasks that demand high accuracy in classification, whereas generative models can be better for creative tasks where the output is not strictly defined. Consider Resource Constraints - Implementing AI models can be resource-intensive. Assess your budget, computational resources, and personnel expertise. Generative models, particularly those that rely on deep learning, may require more computational power and time to train. Be Cost-Effective - Before committing to developing your own models, consider trying cloud-based generative AI solutions as a trial. This approach allows you to explore their capabilities without the upfront investment of building your own. Once you have a clearer understanding of your needs and the benefits, you can decide if a custom solution is warranted. Also, run pilot programs with both types of AI models. This allows you to test their effectiveness in real-world scenarios and refine your approach based on the results. Stay Adaptable - AI technology is rapidly evolving. Keep an eye on emerging trends and advancements in both discriminative and generative AI. Your organization should remain flexible to adapt and integrate new solutions as they become available. By thoughtfully considering these factors, companies can make informed decisions about the AI model that aligns best with their strategic goals, resources, and unique challenges. The right AI can unlock new opportunities and drive significant improvements in operational efficiency and customer engagement.

Discriminative or Generative: Know the AI that you need

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on November 11, unveiled a $65 billion plan to boost the country's chip and artificial intelligence (AI) industries through subsidies and other financial incentives, according to a detailed report by Reuters.

Objective of the plan

The plan, which will provide support worth 10 trillion yen ($65 billion) or more by fiscal 2030, comes as countries look to strengthen control over their chip supply chains after global shocks including trade tensions between the United States and China, the Reuters report explained further.

Japan's government intends to submit the plan, including bills to support the mass production of next-generation chips, to the next parliament session, according to a draft of the plan seen by Reuters earlier on November 11.

It specifically targets chip foundry venture Rapidus and other suppliers of chips for artificial intelligence, the draft showed. The government expects the economic impact to total around 160 trillion yen, according to the draft.

Rapidus is headed by industry veterans and is targeting mass production of cutting-edge chips on the northern island of Hokkaido from 2027 in partnership with IBM and Belgium-based research organisation Imec.

In a news conference on Monday, Ishiba confirmed that the government would not issue deficit-covering bonds to finance its plan to support Japan's semiconductor industry, although he did not provide details on alternative funding sources. Deficit-covering bonds are typically issued to offset shortfalls in state revenue, the Reuters report elaborated further.

Last year, the Japanese government announced an allocation of 2 trillion yen to bolster the semiconductor sector. The new plan, which is part of a broader economic package to be approved by the cabinet on November 22, aims to secure a total of 50 trillion yen in investments, both public and private, in the chip industry over the next decade.

Ishiba also highlighted that the government would meet with representatives from business and labour unions later this month to discuss next year’s wage negotiations. Ensuring sustained wage increases has become a key priority for the administration as Japan grapples with rising living costs, which are putting pressure on households and could dampen consumer spending and overall economic growth.

Market participants and global investors will closely follow these developments. This will help them make informed investment decisions with regard to the Japanese domestic chip industry.

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Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on November 11, unveiled a $65 billion plan to boost the country's chip and artificial intelligence (AI) industries through subsidies and other financial incentives, according to a detailed report by Reuters.

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on November 11, unveiled a $65 billion plan to boost the country's chip and artificial intelligence (AI) industries through subsidies and other financial incentives, according to a detailed report by Reuters. Objective of the plan The plan, which will provide support worth 10 trillion yen ($65 billion) or more by fiscal 2030, comes as countries look to strengthen control over their chip supply chains after global shocks including trade tensions between the United States and China, the Reuters report explained further. Japan's government intends to submit the plan, including bills to support the mass production of next-generation chips, to the next parliament session, according to a draft of the plan seen by Reuters earlier on November 11. It specifically targets chip foundry venture Rapidus and other suppliers of chips for artificial intelligence, the draft showed. The government expects the economic impact to total around 160 trillion yen, according to the draft. Rapidus is headed by industry veterans and is targeting mass production of cutting-edge chips on the northern island of Hokkaido from 2027 in partnership with IBM and Belgium-based research organisation Imec. In a news conference on Monday, Ishiba confirmed that the government would not issue deficit-covering bonds to finance its plan to support Japan's semiconductor industry, although he did not provide details on alternative funding sources. Deficit-covering bonds are typically issued to offset shortfalls in state revenue, the Reuters report elaborated further. Last year, the Japanese government announced an allocation of 2 trillion yen to bolster the semiconductor sector. The new plan, which is part of a broader economic package to be approved by the cabinet on November 22, aims to secure a total of 50 trillion yen in investments, both public and private, in the chip industry over the next decade. Ishiba also highlighted that the government would meet with representatives from business and labour unions later this month to discuss next year’s wage negotiations. Ensuring sustained wage increases has become a key priority for the administration as Japan grapples with rising living costs, which are putting pressure on households and could dampen consumer spending and overall economic growth. Market participants and global investors will closely follow these developments. This will help them make informed investment decisions with regard to the Japanese domestic chip industry.

Japan unveils $65 billion plan to support domestic chip industry

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Perplexity AI, the artificial intelligence-driven search engine startup, is on the verge of securing $500 million in new funding, which will boost its valuation to $9 billion, according to a source familiar with the matter as detailed in a report by CNBC.

The company, which has grown rapidly this year, is competing against major players like Google and OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT.

Earlier in 2023, Perplexity was valued at just $3 billion, but the surge in investor interest driven by the generative AI boom has led to a significant increase in its worth. This new funding round, which is being led by Institutional Venture Partners (IVP), will be one of the company's largest to date

IVP is a prominent Bay Area-based venture capital firm. The round is still in progress, and the deal has not yet been made public, the CNBC report explained further.

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Perplexity started the year with a modest $500 million valuation, but with four funding rounds this year alone, the company has experienced explosive growth. The startup’s search engine is gaining traction, attracting millions of users and handling over 230 million queries per month, with a marked increase in US users. Perplexity has also amassed over 2 million app downloads, signalling strong demand for its services.

Despite its success, the company has faced some controversy. In September, The New York Times sent Perplexity a cease-and-desist letter accusing the startup of scraping content from its website. Perplexity denied the allegations but is grappling with ongoing scrutiny over its content sourcing.

To address concerns from content providers, Perplexity launched a revenue-sharing program in July. This initiative allows publishers to earn a portion of ad revenue generated when their articles are cited in the AI-generated answers. Media outlets such as Fortune, Time, and The Texas Tribune have signed up for the program, which Perplexity hopes will eventually attract 30 publishers by year-end.

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This new funding comes as the competitive landscape in artificial intelligence (AI) search heats up. Just last week, OpenAI introduced a search feature in ChatGPT, which includes real-time web search capabilities, further intensifying competition with Perplexity. Despite the challenges, Perplexity’s ability to grow rapidly in a short period underscores its potential as a major player in the AI search space.

Perplexity AI, the artificial intelligence-driven search engine startup, is on the verge of securing $500 million in new funding, which will boost its valuation to $9 billion, according to a source familiar with the matter as detailed in a report by CNBC.

Perplexity AI, the artificial intelligence-driven search engine startup, is on the verge of securing $500 million in new funding, which will boost its valuation to $9 billion, according to a source familiar with the matter as detailed in a report by CNBC. The company, which has grown rapidly this year, is competing against major players like Google and OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT. Earlier in 2023, Perplexity was valued at just $3 billion, but the surge in investor interest driven by the generative AI boom has led to a significant increase in its worth. This new funding round, which is being led by Institutional Venture Partners (IVP), will be one of the company's largest to date IVP is a prominent Bay Area-based venture capital firm. The round is still in progress, and the deal has not yet been made public, the CNBC report explained further. Perplexity has experienced explosive growth Perplexity started the year with a modest $500 million valuation, but with four funding rounds this year alone, the company has experienced explosive growth. The startup’s search engine is gaining traction, attracting millions of users and handling over 230 million queries per month, with a marked increase in US users. Perplexity has also amassed over 2 million app downloads, signalling strong demand for its services. Despite its success, the company has faced some controversy. In September, The New York Times sent Perplexity a cease-and-desist letter accusing the startup of scraping content from its website. Perplexity denied the allegations but is grappling with ongoing scrutiny over its content sourcing. To address concerns from content providers, Perplexity launched a revenue-sharing program in July. This initiative allows publishers to earn a portion of ad revenue generated when their articles are cited in the AI-generated answers. Media outlets such as Fortune, Time, and The Texas Tribune have signed up for the program, which Perplexity hopes will eventually attract 30 publishers by year-end. Competition in AI-driven search continues to heat up This new funding comes as the competitive landscape in artificial intelligence (AI) search heats up. Just last week, OpenAI introduced a search feature in ChatGPT, which includes real-time web search capabilities, further intensifying competition with Perplexity. Despite the challenges, Perplexity’s ability to grow rapidly in a short period underscores its potential as a major player in the AI search space.

Perplexity AI nears $500 million funding round, valued at $9 billion

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