Daily AI NEWS - July 14, 2024
AI, Creativity, and Legal Thorns

OpenAI is reportedly nearing a breakthrough with its new AI project named "Strawberry," aiming to enhance its models with advanced reasoning capabilities. This project is part of a broader effort to achieve human-level problem solving, categorized under Level 2 of a new five-tier classification system.

A recent report indicates that OpenAI's internal teams are making significant progress with this AI technology. The company has also introduced a new framework to assess its advancements towards Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). This move highlights OpenAI's aim to systematically benchmark its development in AI reasoning.

Recent studies highlight AI's dual impact on creativity. While amateur writers using AI tools create stories judged as more creative, the overall creativity of these groups tends to decline. This comes amid growing concerns about the environmental costs associated with AI advancements.

Tech giants like Google and Microsoft report soaring emissions tied to their expansive integration of AI in products, contributing significantly to climate change. Meanwhile, internal dynamics at AI companies are under scrutiny, as showcased by former OpenAI safety employee William Saunders' departure, calling the company the 'Titanic of AI'.

Consumer electronics giants are increasingly integrating AI into their latest products. Acer Swift Go 16 boasts AI features but falls short of being a true "AI machine." Meanwhile, Samsung aims to boost foldable sales by 10% in 2024, introducing more AI rather than innovative improvements in their Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Fold 6.

During July's Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung revealed new gadgets, including phones, watches, a ring, and earbuds. Despite these advancements, skepticism surrounds the Galaxy Watch 7, which offers minimal upgrades over its predecessor.

Concerns are also rising about AI's role in cybersecurity. Experts warn that AI hackers may soon target human systems, highlighting the need for enhanced security measures across industries.

AI and intellectual property concerns are escalating as record labels Universal, Sony, and Warner have filed a lawsuit against two AI music generators, claiming their catalogs have been stolen. Courts remain undecided on the matter, adding uncertainty to the outcome.

Meanwhile, controversy surrounds the use of AI in content creation. An advertising company has controversially resurrected defunct tech blogs like The Unofficial Apple Weblog using AI, raising ethical concerns.

Adding to the scrutiny, Goldman Sachs has expressed doubts about the value of generative AI, questioning if the high investment and hype will ever be justified.

Kaiser Permanente is leveraging advanced technologies like gen AI, LLMs, and IoT to enhance patient care. By incorporating wearables and edge computing, the healthcare giant aims to modernize healthcare delivery, making it more accessible and efficient for patients.