Amazon has announced the acquisition of a non-exclusive license from robotics startup Covariant and has absorbed approximately a quarter of its workforce, aiming to accelerate innovation in the automation field and enhance the safety and adaptability of robots. The founding team of Covariant will join Amazon's AI and robotics team, marking a further enhancement of Amazon's automation capabilities on top of the 750,000 robots already deployed in its logistics centers. Covariant will continue to support its existing customers and develop warehousing automation technology.

Australian telecom company Telstra and tech giant Microsoft have announced a deepening of their strategic partnership to promote AI innovation and digital transformation in Australia. The two companies will combine Microsoft's advanced AI technologies with Telstra's ultra-fast intercity fiber network, aiming to enhance the AI ecosystem and accelerate the digital transition. Microsoft sees Telstra as a strategic partner in expanding AI infrastructure in Australia, while Telstra's new fiber network will support Microsoft's infrastructure needs.

Recently, OpenAI supported three key AI legislations in Congress aimed at influencing the federal government's policy on artificial intelligence. These bills include the 'Future AI Innovation Act', which seeks to establish a U.S. AI Safety Institute as a federal agency for developing standards and guidelines for AI models; the 'National Science Foundation AI Education Act', which provides federal scholarships for AI research and establishes AI educational resources within the education system; and the 'Create AI Act', designed to minimize risks associated with new technologies. OpenAI's move not only demonstrates its commitment to...

AWS announced a $50 million initiative aimed at accelerating public sector innovation, providing cloud credits and advanced AI infrastructure to attract governments and public organizations to utilize its generative AI services.Image Source Note: The image was generated by AI, and the image is authorized by service provider Midjourney The new Public Sector Generative AI Impact Program will run for two years and provide access to AWS services, including Bedrock, a fully managed service for develo

At the 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Apple launched a series of groundbreaking generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technologies, signaling a new era of intelligent features for Apple users. These advancements not only provide a transformative user experience for Apple users but are also expected to boost sales of the cutting-edge iPhone 16 in the third quarter of the year.

Microsoft has announced its investment in AI data centers globally. The partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI has drawn the attention of regulatory agencies.

The three most important innovations in the field of artificial intelligence in 2023 are Multimodal AI, Constitutional AI, and Text-to-Video Technology. Multimodal AI refers to the ability of AI to process various types of data, including text, images, videos, and audio. Constitutional AI aims to align AI with human values by drafting a constitution of values and employing reinforcement learning methods to control AI behavior. Text-to-Video Technology is a significant achievement with investments of billions of dollars, allowing the generation of videos based on text and changing video styles. These innovations will have a profound impact on the field of AI and alter the way people interact with technology.

YouTube requires creators to disclose whether they used generative AI to produce videos, or face penalties. Videos on sensitive topics created with AI must include prominent tags to inform users. The platform will update privacy complaint processes to allow requests for the removal of AI-generated videos featuring simulated characters. Music partners can request removal of AI-generated content that mimics the voices of artists. YouTube aims to balance AI innovation with community responsibility through these new rules.

The New York Times is hiring a senior editor dedicated to integrating generative AI tools into the newsroom. The editor will lead the use of GenAI tools in news editing, addressing both challenges and opportunities. The job advertisement states that the editor will help formulate guidelines for the use of GenAI, taking into account technological advancements and risks. The focus is on responsibly incorporating GenAI tools and showcasing high-potential projects. This initiative is expected to inspire other media to follow suit, paving the way for AI innovation in journalism.

Google has launched Project IDX, leveraging browser-based AI innovations to transform multi-platform application development. Project IDX is built on the Code OSS framework, providing developers with a familiar and versatile environment to meet diverse development needs. The AI features of Project IDX include intelligent code completion, interactive assistant chatbots, and contextual code manipulation, enhancing coding efficiency and accuracy.