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LA Times’ AI Bias Meter, ByteDance's AI Chip Push, and U.S. AI Export Approval
Stefan
December 08, 2024
Hi there,
Today's highlights include the LA Times' controversial AI 'Bias Meter,' U.S. approval of advanced AI chip exports to Microsoft in the UAE, and ByteDance's aggressive strides in China's AI race with cutting-edge infrastructure and chip investments.
Today’s top stories
Patrick Soon-Shiong, owner of the Los Angeles Times, plans to launch an AI-driven tool to identify biases in news stories, a move that has sparked criticism from the newspaper's staff. Read more
The U.S. has granted an export license for advanced AI chips to a Microsoft facility in the UAE, amid scrutiny over Microsoft's partnership with UAE AI firm G42 and concerns about technology sharing with China. Read more
ByteDance is emerging as a frontrunner in China's AI sector by attracting top talent and investing in AI infrastructure, including becoming the largest buyer of Nvidia chips in China. The company is also developing AI applications and its own AI chips to further its vision of achieving artificial general intelligence. Read more
X introduced the Aurora image generator to some Grok users before quickly replacing it, citing its beta status and potential for improvement. The tool was noted for its ability to create photorealistic images without strict content restrictions. Read more
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