Before its pizza glue, the technology was cut back in its search
Microsoft has reportedly been asked to provide information about the safety of its AI-generated answers to search queries called AI Overviews. The feature was criticised after it produced incorrect answers to several queries. Google had recently made adjustments to its new search feature, AI Overviews, after screenshots of bizarre and misleading answers to queries went viral.
There is not enough protection for whistle blowers on artificial intelligence safety, say former Openai employees
Several employees of AI startup OpenAI wrote an open letter saying they “reasonably fear various forms of retaliation” as they report violations of regulations. They added that current protections for whistle blowers aren’t sufficient because they focus on “illegal activity” rather than concerns that are “mostly unregulated”. They further said AI’s potential to benefit society is being “fettered” by companies.
Is the review worth it?
Sonos unveiled its first pair of headphones, the Sonos Ace, at the CES 2020 in Las Vegas. The headphones feature two active noise cancelling and transparency modes, allowing the user to enjoy music, gaming, etc. The headphones can play audio that would ordinarily come through your soundbar and can also play video games. They are priced at $450 (around 34,000).
The search feature has been screwed up
After Google’s AI-based search engine AI Overviews advised people to eat rocks, put glue on pizza and jump off the Golden Gate Bridge, it admitted it needed to make adjustments. “We’ll continue to monitor users’ feedback and adjust the feature as necessary,” Google said in a post. Google added it’ll continue to rely on Reddit’s user-generated content for AI-based searches.
Sony has a days of play sale that offers a lot of great deals
PlayStation 5 console is now on sale for $399.99 (27,000) at Best Buy, Target and the PS Store in US. The sale ends on April 30. There are also discounts on PlayStation VR headsets. However, Sony is offering the headset only as part of its ‘Sony Days of Play’ sale that ends on April 30.
The CEO says a $25,000 Jeep is challenging but possible
Jeep has unveiled its Wagoneer S concept car at the 2019 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). The Wagoneer S is powered by a three-in-one electric motor, gearing and power electronics system. It has a claimed Range of 300 km and has a top speed of 120 kmph. It can be charged in 23 minutes and has an overall range of over 400 km.
The year is called the Generative Election
Russia, Iran, China and Israel are using artificial intelligence (AI) to influence the world, according to a threat report by OpenAI. Russia and China have been experimenting with AI to automate their operations, the report said. Meanwhile, India is wrapping up its vote and South Africa and Mexico are both heading to the polls this week.
Jeep’s S Trailhawk is a fully electric off-roader
Jeep has launched its first electric vehicle (EV), the Wagoneer S, with a starting price of $71,995. The Wagoneer S’s 3-in-1 electric motors, gearing and power electronics combine to create a single compact unit that’s both powerful and efficient. The vehicle’s aerodynamics are also optimised, which is typical of an EV, with a drag coefficient of 0.29.
Anthropic has a technology that allows you to make bots to work for you
Anthropic has released a technology platform for artificial intelligence agents, called Claude, that it claims has been beta testing since April. Anthropic stated that a virtual interior design consultant can use the tool to process room photos and give personalised decor suggestions. Anthropic worked with Study Fetch, among others, to help them build Claude-based helpers for their workers.
What is Impacting the Elections in the near future?
Former South Africa President Nelson Mandela has said that he will be supporting the Democratic Alliance (DA) in the upcoming South Africa elections. He added, “It’s time to end the tyranny of the ruling party.” He further said, “I urge the people of South Africa not to give up and vote for the DA.” The elections will take place from May to June.