Although artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing and image processing technology is continuously upgrading, background removal remains one of the most challenging tasks in image processing. Currently, remove.bg is still the best performer in cutout tasks, offering speed and quality. Now, there is finally an open-source software with cutout capabilities comparable to remove.bg. The recently released RMBG2.0 by the Bria team shows impressive results. Compared to its predecessor RMBG1.4, the new version has achieved significant improvements in multiple key areas.

According to insider sources, Baidu is set to unveil a new smart glasses product at the Baidu World Conference in Shanghai next week. These glasses will feature a built-in camera for capturing photos and videos, and will provide voice interaction capabilities based on Baidu's Wenxin large model. In the wave of global AI commercialization, 2024 has already seen the birth of multiple AI hardware products. While Humane's Ai Pin has not performed well, Microsoft's Copilot+ PC series has gained market recognition. Notably, Meta is collaborating with Ray-Ban's manufacturer.

AI painting is a revolutionary image generation technology based on deep learning algorithms, particularly Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) and diffusion models. This approach analyzes vast amounts of image data to learn and simulate human painting techniques, thereby creating entirely new visual works. AI painting not only captures and reproduces the complex details of the real world accurately but also blends different artistic styles, showcasing astonishing creativity and imagination. The core of this technology lies in transforming abstract textual descriptions into concrete visual expressions.

A revolution driven by artificial intelligence is quietly unfolding in the field of corporate financial management. Financial software company Numeric has recently completed a Series A funding round, raising $28 million. This not only reflects investor confidence in the application of AI in finance but also heralds a significant transformation in traditional accounting practices. For a long time, month-end and quarter-end closing has been a nightmare for accountants. This process often involves manual operations, is prone to errors, and is time-consuming. It was out of dissatisfaction with this tedious work that Parker Gilbert founded the company in 2020.

According to a recent study released by Gartner, it is expected that 80% of software developers will need additional training related to generative artificial intelligence (AI) by 2027. This report reveals a significant trend: as AI technology evolves, companies will increasingly require specialized AI engineers to build AI-driven applications. Gartner's analysts believe that generative AI will undergo three distinct development phases in software development. In the short term, they anticipate a moderate increase in production.

SoCreate is an innovative screenwriting software that leverages generative AI images and visual tools, aiming to disrupt traditional screenwriting methods. The software offers many features commonly found in most screenwriting programs, such as templates, allowing users to easily create industry-standard scripts with the correct formatting. However, SoCreate's founder and CEO, Justin Koutou, believes that popular platforms still fall short, particularly in terms of visual and creative tools. A key selling point of SoCreate is its image upload feature, enabling screenwriters to utilize this.

According to a report by Kyodo News on the 29th, Japan is facing a serious declining birthrate issue, with the number of marriages in 2023 dropping below 500,000 for the first time, marking a new low in 90 years. To tackle this challenge, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has developed an AI matchmaking software called 'TOKYO Connect,' which was fully launched in September this year. The core feature of this software is its ability to use artificial intelligence for matching. Users are required to complete 110 questions on values and personality traits, after which the AI recommends highly compatible matches. Once matched, users can communicate through the software and arrange offline meetings.

Recently, Salesforce once again turned its attention to Israel, announcing the acquisition of a startup called Zoomin Software. The deal is approximately $450 million, which is significantly less than Salesforce's recent $1.9 billion acquisition of cloud backup company Own Co, but Zoomin's technology holds important value in handling unstructured data. Image Source Note: Image generated by AI, image licensed from service provider Midjourney.

Recently, Samsung officially launched the highly anticipated Galaxy S24 FE phone, with prices starting at $649.99 for the 128GB version and $709.99 for the 256GB version. This new phone features a design similar to last year's model but incorporates many of the latest AI software capabilities, such as generative photo editing and instant slow motion, making it ideal for those looking to experience high-tech features on a budget. The Galaxy S24 FE is equipped with a 6.7-inch display.

Kingsoft Office recently announced a significant update: the number of annual paid users for its AI and premium memberships has surpassed one million. This milestone achievement highlights the deep integration of WPS AI within Kingsoft Office's products and demonstrates the immense potential and user recognition of artificial intelligence in the modern office landscape. In terms of product innovation, Kingsoft Office has engaged in a strategic partnership with Huawei to launch the HarmonyOS version of WPS, which has performed excellently across various platforms, earning praise for its smoothness. Its core advantage lies in achieving unified multi-platform accounts and cross-device compatibility.

During the CCS2024 cybersecurity series event held in Chengdu, Baidu Vice President Chen Yang delivered a keynote speech, sharing how large model technology is driving transformation in the software development field. Chen noted that the understanding, generation, logic, and memory capabilities of large models, when combined with software development, can significantly enhance development efficiency and improve software security.

As AI continues to improve its coding capabilities, the structure of software development teams is facing significant changes, with the prospects for junior developers and Quality Assurance (QA) positions becoming precarious. An increasing number of Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and heads of development teams are indicating that with the widespread adoption of AI assistants, they will reassess the composition of their teams, which will mainly rely on AI experts and senior developers to oversee AI-generated code.