Apple Quietly Developing AI Tools to Challenge OpenAI and Google
Apple has been making quiet strides in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) with its latest offering, Apple Vision Pro. While the tech giant did not mention AI during its debut, a recent report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reveals that Apple is secretly working on its own AI tools known as Apple GPT or Ajax. These tools could potentially rival those developed by OpenAI, Google, and other AI titans.
Gurman shared his insights on Bloomberg TV, stating that Apple is heavily investing in large language models (LLMs), which are the core of AI technology used in ChatGPT, Google Bard, and Microsoft Bing AI. The company has developed its own framework called Ajax to power its next-generation LLMs. Additionally, Apple has built an internal tool similar to ChatGPT for its employees to use.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has been cautious and deliberate in approaching AI, emphasizing the need for companies to regulate themselves due to potential issues like bias and misinformation. However, with Apple’s focus on hiring for machine learning and AI roles, it is clear that the company is ramping up its AI efforts.
In other news, Microsoft has unveiled its AI-powered support service, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Copilot, which is currently being tested by 600 corporate clients, including major companies like General Motors and Goodyear. This subscription service, priced at $30 per month, aims to enhance productivity and revenue by integrating AI across various Office products.
Meanwhile, Superhuman AI, powered by ChatGPT, has introduced early access to its suite of AI services. These services promise to help users draft emails quicker and more effectively by matching their writing style. While it may not be used daily by professional writers like Dan Shipper, who tested the product, it offers a fun and interesting way to improve email communication for general users.
The role of AI in marketing and customer experience is also highlighted in PAN Communications’ recent Brand Experience Report. It explores the current AI landscape for brands and suggests future prospects for customer engagement.
On the space front, GITAI, a space robotics startup, secured $30 million in funding to continue developing robots that play a crucial role in satellite construction and space exploration. Recently, they successfully completed a lunar base construction simulation, achieving Level 4 on NASA’s Technology Readiness Levels.
As AI continues to evolve, companies like Apple and Microsoft are investing heavily in innovative solutions to enhance productivity and customer experience. While there are concerns surrounding the regulation and potential pitfalls of AI, these companies are leading the way in responsible AI development. With ongoing advancements and investments, the future of AI looks promising.
