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EU Creates 'AI Office'; OpenAI Secures Deal with Apple & Palantir Secures $480M Army Contract
Stefan
May 31, 2024
The EU has established an AI Office comprising experts to regulate artificial intelligence under a new sweeping law. Read more
Orlando-based AI Edtech startup PETE collaborates with Orlando Venues to enhance workforce training programs at key facilities like Kia Center and Camping World Stadium. Read more
Legislation in Pennsylvania aims to set penalties for using deep fakes in political campaigns. Read more
Discussion between OpenAI's Sam Altman and Argentinian President Javier Milei on Worldcoin investment in Argentina. Read more
OpenAI has finalized a partnership with Apple to integrate its chatbot technology into iOS 18, outperforming Google in the negotiations. Read more
Apple is set to enhance user privacy by employing 'confidential computing' in its AI servers, using its own chips to secure data. Read more
Palantir was awarded a $480 million contract by the U.S. Army for the development of its Maven Smart System prototype, aimed at enhancing military operations with AI technology. Read more
Scale AI, a rapidly growing AI startup, has subleased a significant office space from Airbnb at 650 Townsend St., San Francisco, marking a major expansion. Read more
EcoRatings, an AI sustainability company, has secured $1 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its Gen AI Unified Knowledge Platform. Read more
OpenAI, under the leadership of Sam Altman, is transitioning from a non-profit to a for-profit organization, potentially involving partnerships with major companies like Apple. Read more
Grab and OpenAI announce a partnership to develop and implement advanced AI solutions aimed at enhancing the Grab user experience in Southeast Asia. Read more
Hostinger, a web-hosting startup, reported a significant revenue growth in 2023, attributing much of its success to the integration of AI technology. Read more
EthonAI, a generative AI startup, has secured $16 million in Series A funding to improve manufacturing processes with its innovative AI technology. Read more
Wallaroo.AI collaborates with the Space Force to enhance space domain awareness through machine learning applications. Read more
Exactly.ai, a London-based startup, secures $4.3 million in seed funding to enable artists to use generative AI for scaling their artwork while retaining ownership. Read more
Amazon introduces a new AI-driven search feature for Fire TV, allowing users to search for shows and movies using natural language. Read more
China has issued a new three-year action plan focused on standardizing emerging technologies to enhance high-quality development and international influence. Read more
The African Startups AI Fest organized by Microsoft aims to support startups across Africa with AI technology, fostering innovation and economic growth. Read more
Paul Graham, co-founder of Y Combinator, refutes claims that Sam Altman was fired from his position due to conflicts of interest with OpenAI. Read more
Mira Murati, CTO of OpenAI, discusses the evolving roles of GenAI applications in the workforce and their growing adoption in enterprise environments. Read more
Telefónica Tech is expanding its AI capabilities globally with specialized centers in multiple regions, aiming to enhance data-driven decision-making and digital transformation for various sectors. Read more
OpenAI and Meta have disrupted influence operations by STOIC, an Israeli firm, using AI to manipulate political conversations. Read more
Anthropic enhances its safety credentials as OpenAI faces challenges and staff turnover. Read more
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman addresses the controversy surrounding the 'Sky' chatbot voice, alleged to sound like Scarlett Johansson, at a U.N.-sponsored AI summit. Read more
A network of local news sites has been using AI to write articles under fake bylines, causing experts to worry about credibility and the spread of misinformation. Read more
Anthropic introduces a new feature called 'tool use' for its language model, Claude, enhancing operations like data analysis and scheduling for businesses. Read more