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This week’s highlight: We take a peek at two exciting advancements in AI: the humanoid robot NEO and the upcoming GPT-Next model from OpenAI Japan.

Table of Contents

• AI in Spotlight

• AI Shorts

• Decoded: AI's Latest Moves

• Top AI Tools of the Week

• AI Learning Lab

🚀 AI in Spotlight

5 and a half feet tall humanoid robot: NEO is here!

 Developed by 1X Technologies, NEO is a 5 and a half feet tall humanoid robot that can jog, climb stairs, lift 40+ pounds, understand language, and navigate environments. With a battery life of 2-4 hours, it's still under development but expected to launch next year! Check out the 13-minute video to learn more about this impressive robot.

OpenAI Japan Unveils GPT-Next Details

OpenAI Japan revealed that their upcoming AI model, GPT-Next, is expected to be 100 times more powerful than GPT-4. Additionally, a more advanced model named Orion is slated for 2025. Here's the breakdown:

• 100x performance increase without significantly more computing resources

• Improved architecture and learning efficiency

• Utilizes a smaller version of "Strawberry," an advanced AI system under development by OpenAI

• Potential release by the end of 2024

  Canva's Price Hike

  Canva has significantly increased prices for certain subscriptions, citing new generative AI features. Canva Teams prices have risen by over 300% in some cases. While the new features offer added value, the price hike has led to user dissatisfaction and cancellations.

  Explore yourself

🗞️ AI Shorts

AI in Action

New AI Tools and Features

• Luma Dream Machine 1.6: Allows selecting specific camera motions using keywords.

• VW: Starts rolling out ChatGPT voice assistants in U.S. cars.

• Google AI Studio: Introduces Function Calling for in-interface model capability testing.

• Several new AI tools: Launched this week, including Spotter Studio, AnswerGrid, Cohere Command R model series, Spellar Pro, Repaint, Jamboss, Anthropic Quickstarts repository, and more.

AI in Research and Development

• Interesting proposals: Include using AI and prediction markets for faster fact-checking and AI-assisted brain region targeting for Parkinson's treatment.

• Open-source releases: Include Ligo's DeepMind's AlphaFold3 protein structure prediction model and a new benchmark comparing large language models.

Regulatory Updates

• Dutch regulators: Fined Clearview AI for GDPR violations.

• FDA: Approved Rebrain's OptimMRI software with a new AI model.

🔎 Decoded: AI’s Latest Moves

🤖GPT-Next: A Quantum Leap in AI: 

OpenAI Japan's CEO reveals groundbreaking advancements in the upcoming AI model.  

OpenAI Japan has dropped some major hints about their upcoming AI model, GPT-Next. This revelation was shared by OpenAI Japan CEO Tadao Nagasaki at the KDDI Summit 2024.

Key Highlights:

• Exponential Performance Increase: GPT-Next is projected to deliver a 100-fold improvement in performance.

• Advanced AI Systems: The model will leverage two cutting-edge AI systems: "Strawberry" and "Orion."

• Early 2024 Release: OpenAI executives have hinted at a potential release of GPT-Next by the end of 2024.

What Does This Mean?

While the exact implications of this performance leap are still unfolding, it's clear that GPT-Next will be a game-changer. The model's enhanced capabilities could revolutionize various fields, from natural language processing to content creation and beyond.

🖲️OpenAI's Ambitious Chip Design:

A strategic move to reduce dependency on Nvidia hardware

In a strategic move to reduce its reliance on Nvidia's expensive AI servers, OpenAI is accelerating plans to design its own AI chips. The company has booked production slots with TSMC for their upcoming 1.6 nm A16 process, which is set to be the first node with backside power delivery technology.

Key Points:

• Custom Chip Development: OpenAI aims to create its own AI chips for more efficient and cost-effective operations.

• Advanced Technology: The A16 process will utilize cutting-edge technology like backside power delivery.

• Potential Partnerships: OpenAI may collaborate with companies like Broadcom or Marvell for this ambitious chip project.

Why This Matters:

• Cost Reduction: Designing its own chips can help OpenAI reduce costs associated with using Nvidia's hardware.

• Performance Gains: Custom-designed chips can potentially offer performance advantages tailored to OpenAI's specific needs.

• Strategic Independence: OpenAI can reduce its dependence on external suppliers.

😀 The Rise of Emotion AI:

AI systems are becoming increasingly adept at understanding human emotions.

Key Features:

• Beyond Sentiment Analysis: Emotion AI goes beyond traditional sentiment analysis by interpreting emotions from visual and audio cues.

• Advanced Techniques: It leverages sensors, machine learning, and psychology to accurately detect emotions.

• Leading Players: Major tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon are investing in emotion AI services.

Challenges and Considerations:

• Accuracy Concerns: There are ongoing debates about the accuracy of emotion detection, particularly when relying on facial expressions.

• Regulatory Implications: New regulations, such as the European Union's AI Act, may impose limitations on the use of emotion AI.

Despite these challenges, the development of emotion AI has the potential to significantly improve human-machine interactions. However, it's crucial to address the ethical and technical concerns surrounding this technology.

🛠️ Top AI Tools of The Week

This Week's Standouts:

Education and Productivity:

• QWiser: Turns courses into interactive study materials.

• Storydoc: Creates interactive slide decks for enhanced engagement.

• Kaiden AI: Automates lesson planning, content creation, and grading.

Design and Creativity:

• Amoihub: Manages generative AI art prompts.

• Repaint: Simplifies website creation with a canvas-based editor.

• Jamboss: Turns ideas into custom songs.

• Zebracat: Creates videos from prompts.

• Webwave: Generates websites in minutes.

Business and Finance:

• Intuit Assist: Provides intelligent financial insights for small businesses.

• AnswerGrid: Finds and qualifies relevant sales leads.

• Screenloop: Automates hiring processes with tracking, analytics, and talent management.

• LaunchPod: Creates audio content with AI voices.

Development and Technology:

• Maximum: Automates software development solutions.

• Cohere Command R model series: Improved coding, math, reasoning, and latency for enterprises.

• Ligo: Open-source implementation of DeepMind's AlphaFold3 protein structure prediction model.

💡AI Learning Lab

📰 AI Research Paper

Get the latest on the state of AI in early 2024 with a focus on the growing adoption and value generation of Generative AI. (link included)

🤝 AI conferences

October 9-10: 

Don't miss the World Summit AI in Amsterdam!

🧑‍🎓 AI Course

Discover MIT's latest Generative AI course through a free webinar on September 17th. Learn about the course content, projects, and enrollment benefits.

💡AI Tutorial of the Week: Create AI Images on WhatsApp with Meta AI

Here's a fun and creative way to use AI: generate images directly on WhatsApp with Meta AI.

Step by step guide:

1. Open WhatsApp and tap the Meta logo at the top.

2. Explain what you want to generate in the chat window.

3. Watch as Meta AI creates images for you in real-time.

4. Share your creations with friends and family on WhatsApp.

Example Prompt: "Imagine a cute golden retriever in front view in a park with his 40-year-old owner, a lady, and children playing with him. It's golden hour, and beautiful sun rays are striking from the background."

💡See you on the flip side!

📶 Today’s Poll!

📊 Previous Poll Response!! 

 Do you believe AI should be regulated?

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Yes, strictly 

🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️ Yes, with guidelines 

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ No 

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Unsure 

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