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Artificial intelligence developer Inflection AI has introduced its latest creation, the Inflection-2.5 language model, powering its Pi personal assistant. Benchmarks indicate that this model competes on par with the likes of GPT-4 and Gemini, albeit requiring just 40% of the computational resources needed by GPT. 
Google plans to downgrade the search ranking of websites that predominantly use artificial intelligence for content creation or employ underqualified writers. This initiative is aimed at improving the relevance and quality of search results for end-users. 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to reshape the banking sector, potentially replacing or, at the very least, serving as a primary assistant in 77% of daily activities. This comes from a comprehensive study by consulting giant Accenture, which analyzed over 3,500 tasks and 2.7 million banking employees. How a Family Password Can Protect Against AI Deepfakes
AI deepfakes have become entrenched in society, used for nefarious political campaigns or creating scandalous celebrity images for public entertainment. Now, these fake voices and videos threaten to breach the private domain of families, aiming to steal financial data or sensitive information. AI in Pop Culture: 5 Books Worth Your Time
Captivating tales about artificial intelligence have enthralled readers, offering insights into how AI intersects with human life. These narratives envision a future where the relationship between humans and machines ranges from contentious battles to collaborative growth. MLaaS: Your Easy Ticket to Machine Learning
MLaaS (Machine Learning as a Service) is a type of service that provides access to machine learning tools, eliminating the need for specialized staffing and infrastructure setup. It enables companies to glean insights from their data by utilizing sophisticated machine-learning platforms. 
American company Recogni, renowned for developing technologies for autonomous vehicles, has raised $102 million in funding to venture into the creation of chips for generative AI. The investment round featured contributions from entities such as Celesta Capital, HSBC Holdings, and business figures from Saudi Arabia — Tasaru Mobility Investments. AI Toy: A Companion for the Elderly
Nowadays, one in every ten Europeans spends a significant portion of their time in solitude. The repercussions—depression, illness, and a decline in life quality—disproportionately affect the elderly. Consequently, technological solutions designed to alleviate the loneliness of senior citizens are more sought after than ever, with generative AI stepping up to the plate. 
U.S. authorities have arrested former Google engineer Linwei Ding on suspicion of stealing confidential data related to artificial intelligence development. Over a few years, he is alleged to have conducted four significant data heists, absconding with at least 500 varied and detailed documents. 
The British Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) has reported a staggering monthly 130% increase in disinformation on social network X, generated using artificial intelligence, over the past year. The study highlighted a significant rise in politically motivated deepfakes. 
SV Angel, a venture capital fund, has rallied companies such as OpenAI and Microsoft to endorse an open letter urging the ethical development of artificial intelligence for the greater good of humanity. OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, praised the initiative and signed it on behalf of the company. 
Lance Hill, the original screenwriter of the 1989 film "Road House," sued Amazon MGM Studios for alleged copyright infringement and artificial intelligence misuse. Hill claims the studio expedited the remake's production, using AI to generate actor dialogue before the copyrights reverted to him. 
Ukrainian military drones will be upgraded with artificial intelligence technology from Helsing, a German firm specializing in defense AI products. This advancement follows an official agreement between the company and Ukraine's Ministry of Strategic Industries. 
Dutch semiconductor company Besi reported a 16% increase in revenue ($173 million) in the last quarter of 2023, driven largely by strong demand from AI companies. This surge in demand also led to a 37% increase in net profit ($59.9 million) compared to the previous year. 
North Korean hackers are now leveraging artificial intelligence to orchestrate more complex cyberattacks targeting military, infrastructure, and financial entities, including crypto projects. This advancement has been acknowledged by AI developer OpenAI, Microsoft, and the South Korean government, which consistently monitors attempts to infiltrate its public sector employees.