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GitHub Copilot will support models from Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI

GitHub introduces multi-model functionality for Copilot code completion tool, allowing users to choose models from Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI. They also launch Spark, an AI tool for building web apps using natural language. New features like multi-file edit and code review are announced.

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GitHub Copilot will support models from Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI

U.S. finalizing rules to ban certain investments in AI tech in China

Biden admin finalizing rules to restrict investments in Chinese tech sectors related to military and surveillance. Ban applies to capital and intangible benefits starting Jan 2, overseen by Treasury's Office of Global Transactions. Publicly traded securities exempt, but limits on designated Chinese companies remain.

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U.S. finalizing rules to ban certain investments in AI tech in China

Two possible futures for AI

On The Vergecast: AI CEOs envision a beautiful, equal future. ShakeAlert app for earthquake detection and Camera Control science on iPhone 16 reviewed.

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Two possible futures for AI

Brightwave’s AI agent helps asset managers find signal, and it’s fundraising fast

Brightwave's AI agent finds signal in public data for asset managers, generating research reports summarizing key information. The startup raised $15 million in a quick Series A round led by Decibel Partners. Conover emphasizes respect for news organizations and plans to work with them.

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Brightwave’s AI agent helps asset managers find signal, and it’s fundraising fast

Salesforce AI chatbot Agentforce hits general availability

Salesforce's AI agent platform Agentforce is now available, allowing for easy chatbot deployment. It aims to enhance customer service and drive business automation. The platform is already being used by firms such as OpenTable and Saks.

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Salesforce AI chatbot Agentforce hits general availability

Margaret Atwood’s verdict on AI poetry is in — and it’s not good

Margaret Atwood, not concerned about generative AI impacting arts due to its poor performance in poetry and fiction. Believes original creativity cannot come from AI, but warns younger artists in visual arts to be wary.

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Margaret Atwood’s verdict on AI poetry is in — and it’s not good

Cultivating the next generation of AI innovators in a global tech hub

Mohamed bin Zayed University of AI aims to expand AI benefits globally by investing in diverse languages and cultures, creating new opportunities for innovation and collaboration.

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Cultivating the next generation of AI innovators in a global tech hub

Despite risks, Vinod Khosla is optimistic about AI

Vinod Khosla predicts AI will make work almost obsolete, leading to great abundance and increased GDP growth. He warns of risks from adversaries and income inequality.

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Despite risks, Vinod Khosla is optimistic about AI

Gmail will now help you write an email on the web with AI

Google is expanding its "Help me write" feature to Gmail on web, allowing users to quickly refine drafts with Gemini AI. A new "polish" shortcut will help users formalize, elaborate, or shorten messages. Available to Google One AI Premium subscribers or Workspace users with Gemini add-on.

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Gmail will now help you write an email on the web with AI

Meta is reportedly working on its own AI-powered search engine, too

Meta is developing an AI-powered search engine to reduce reliance on Google and Microsoft. It aims to provide AI-generated search summaries within its chatbot with web crawlers already active. Other companies like OpenAI and Perplexity are also working on similar projects, facing legal challenges.

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Meta is reportedly working on its own AI-powered search engine, too

Open-source AI must reveal its training data, per new OSI definition

The Open Source Initiative sets new guidelines for open AI, challenging Meta's Llama model for not providing full access to training data. Critics accuse Meta of withholding data to protect its competitive advantage.

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Open-source AI must reveal its training data, per new OSI definition

Universal Music partners with AI company building an ‘ethical’ music generator

UMG partners with Klay Vision to create ethical AI music generation model. Klay plans to launch AI-driven music experiences without competing with human artists' catalogs. Execs believe the 'next Beatles' will use their technology.

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Universal Music partners with AI company building an ‘ethical’ music generator

Vinod Khosla calls SB 1047 author ‘clueless’ and ‘not qualified’ to regulate the real dangers of AI

Venture capitalist Vinod Khosla criticized California Senator Scott Wiener's AI bill, SB 1047, as lacking in understanding of national security issues. Wiener defended his bill with support from AI expert Geoffrey Hinton, and criticized Silicon Valley investors for spreading misinformation. Khosla challenged Wiener to a debate at TechCrunch Disrupt.

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Vinod Khosla calls SB 1047 author ‘clueless’ and ‘not qualified’ to regulate the real dangers of AI

Man who made 'depraved' child images with AI jailed

Hugh Nelson, a graphic design student from Bolton, used AI to create indecent images of children and encouraged their abuse online. He was jailed for 18 years and warned that AI images of child abuse are also illegal.

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Man who made 'depraved' child images with AI jailed

Bret Taylor’s customer service AI startup just raised $175M

Sierra, co-founded by OpenAI chairman Bret Taylor, raises $175 million to offer AI-powered customer service chatbots, with a valuation of $4.5 billion. The platform uses advanced AI models to prevent misinformation and allows customization of AI personalities.

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Bret Taylor’s customer service AI startup just raised $175M

Google’s AI search summaries are rolling out to over 100 more countries

Google's AI Overviews now available in over 100 countries including Canada, Australia, and South Africa. Users can view search summaries in various languages. Ads not yet integrated into Overviews outside of the US. Rolling out gradually since May. Prominent citing of webpages tested.

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Google’s AI search summaries are rolling out to over 100 more countries

‘BBL Drizzy’ Was the Beginning of the Future of AI Music

Will Hatcher, aka King Willonius, gained internet fame when Metro Boomin sampled his AI-generated song during the Kendrick Lamar-Drake beef. AI music tools are revolutionizing the industry as creators like Hatcher make hits with humor and creativity.

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‘BBL Drizzy’ Was the Beginning of the Future of AI Music

AI Slop Is Flooding Medium

Medium's CEO is unconcerned about AI-generated content on the platform as long as nobody reads it. He believes its presence is irrelevant if not consumed.

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AI Slop Is Flooding Medium

Google expands AI Overviews in Search to more than 100 countries

Google Search's AI Overviews are now available in over 100 countries with 1 billion users monthly. The feature provides snapshot info in multiple languages, includes in-line links, and displays ads. Despite initial issues, Google continues to fine-tune the feature for accuracy.

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Google expands AI Overviews in Search to more than 100 countries

Generative AI could cause 10 billion iPhones’ worth of e-waste per year by 2030

Researchers predict the AI industry could generate over 10 billion iPhones worth of e-waste per year by 2030. Mitigations such as downcycling and efficiency improvements could reduce waste by 16-86%, but adoption is key.

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Generative AI could cause 10 billion iPhones’ worth of e-waste per year by 2030