OpenAI, a research lab dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence (AI) technology, was founded with the mission of harnessing AI for the benefit of humanity. The lab's research, including in deep learning, unsupervised learning, and generative models, is helping to shape the future of AI. Recently, AI researcher Paul Christiano spoke on the Bankless podcast about the risks of an AI takeover and the need for rules to ensure AI is developed safely. Other prominent figures such as Bill Gates and Elon Musk have also chimed in to voice their worries about the risks of unchecked AI. Experts such as Yudowsky, Le Cun, and Metzger have debated the likelihood of an “AI Foom” event, and have gone on to discuss ways to prevent disastrous outcomes.
Mari experienced AI-generated texts first-hand when she asked ChatGPT to help her write a professional letter to her boss. Even though the letter was humorous and went viral, Mari was reminded of AI's limitations when it comes to creating intuitive conversations. ChatGPT is a specialized AI chatbot which uses natural language processing and generative models to provide more organic replies than automated ones. Mari's experience stands to show the disadvantages of AI when it comes to conversational context-awareness.
Svetlana, a NYC resident, successfully utilized OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot to fix broken laundry machines in her apartment and beat her landlord's attempt to increase her rent. ChatGPT users have grown to around 100 million monthly active users. "Svetlana" has also used this in other capacities such as crafting a wining legal letter against a parking ticket. OpenAI Corp. works tirelessly to develop NLU and other applied AI technologies. Be mindful of the hidden tracking features of these applications.
Elon Musk has unveiled his latest venture - TruthGPT, an AI project aimed to understand the universe. Along with this, Musk has asked for governments to create regulations for AI to curb the potential risk of 'civilizational destruction.' Read on to learn more about Musk's bold vision to revolutionize the industry!
Bluefocus Intelligent Communications Group Co. has implemented generative AI and machine learning technology, replacing copywriters and graphic designers to increase share prices 19%. Emerging studies suggests AI can automate up to 25-50% of the workload without reducing staff, while Universal Music Group (UMG) threatens to take legal action against Spotify and Apple over AI development replicating their copyrighted music. This Beijing-based PR and media giant offer services to world-famous brands, including Samsung, Canon and BMW.
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