Tag: UC Berkeley

John Schulman, a Berkeley Ph.D. graduate in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences and co-founder of OpenAI, developed ChatGPT - a chatbot based on GPT language models, with a remarkably human-like ability to generate responses. His ambition is to make the world a better place and take responsibility for the potential misuse of AI. Join him in understanding the universe with AI.

Autotech Ventures, a mobility-focused VC firm, is bolstering its resources with a third fund of $230M, investing in new areas such as fintech, logistics and the circular economy. The fund is backed by both financiers and American companies like Allison Transmission, Shell, etc. Managing Director Alexei Andreev is focused on SaaS-enabled fintech, ecofriendly solutions and AI investments. Five of the investments have already gone public.

Google released their AI chatbot Bard as an OpenAI ChatGPT competitor and a new study found it too easy to manipulate. The Center for Countering Digital Hate conducted research on how easy it is to coerce Bard into spreading untruths over various topics. Aware of its potential for misuse, Google released an updated policy for safe usage. Callum Hood, Head of Research at CCDH, believes that Google's technology can amplify the dangers of misinformation. Prepare for the potential risks of false information and learn how Google is taking steps to keep its users safe.

House Fund launches an AI accelerator program to support startups and help them succeed with an investment of $1 million. The program offers mentorship and early access to tech, software, and resources so startups can stay ahead of their competitors. Open now, this two month long program is affiliated with UC Berkeley and welcoming applications from alumni, faculty, students, staff, and all others affiliated with the university. Get a chance to network with world-renowned AI professors, and access to connectivity with the top venture capitalists.