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Google’s Gemini 2.0, ElevenLabs tech 'likely used' in Russian Influence Campaign, and EU’s slow AI Progress

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Stefan
December 11, 2024

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In today’s AI update, Google launches Gemini 2.0, introducing advanced multimodal capabilities for the next wave of dynamic applications. ElevenLabs' AI voice technology is reportedly linked to a Russian influence campaign, raising concerns about AI misuse. Meanwhile, France sounds the alarm on Europe’s lag in AI compared to global leaders like the US and China. Paul McCartney adds his voice to the debate over AI and copyright, urging protections for creators as the UK considers new laws. Read on for these stories and more!

Today’s top stories

A report by Recorded Future indicates that a Russian campaign, 'Operation Undercut,' utilized AI-generated voiceovers, likely from ElevenLabs, to spread misleading videos in Europe and undermine support for Ukraine. Read more

Paul McCartney has voiced concerns over AI's impact on copyright, as the UK considers amendments to allow creators to control the use of their work in AI training. The debate highlights issues of compensation for creatives, with differing viewpoints on the necessity of opt-in versus opt-out systems. Read more

France Warns Europe Lags Behind US and China in AI

A French parliamentary report highlights Europe's insufficient progress in AI compared to the US and China and emphasizes the need for digital sovereignty and stronger European AI players. Read more

Google has launched Gemini 2.0, an advanced AI model with enhanced multimodal capabilities, enabling it to process text, images, and audio while interacting with tools like Google Search. The model aims to assist developers in creating dynamic applications and will soon be integrated into various Google products. Read more

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