Visual artists are developing strategies to protect their work from AI theft by "poisoning" models with decoy data that mimics their style, making it harder for artificial intelligence (AI) to replicate. In response, tech companies like OpenAI acknowledge the need for copyrighted materials in training AI, but claim it's impossible to do so without infringing on copyright laws. News publishers have struck deals allowing AI to train on their content in exchange for undisclosed sums, while Reuters and several artists are taking legal action against potential copyright infringement.
https://www.euronews.com/next/2025/03/26/trapped-in-an-ai-labyrinth-one-companys-plan-to-stop-to-bots-scraping-content-for-ai-trainBill Gates is encouraging young people at Microsoft and OpenAI to explore AI's revolutionary potential, citing Google's DeepMind as a "profound milestone" in 2017, where it outperformed humans in the complex game of Go.
https://nypost.com/2025/03/27/business/bill-gates-said-ai-will-replace-doctors-teachers-within-10-years/A recent survey by Gallagher found that nearly half (45%) of businesses were using AI in day-to-day operations by the end of 2024, with larger firms reporting a higher adoption rate of 82%. The top use-cases for AI included writing emails and handling customer queries. However, concerns about AI adoption include hallucinations and legal liabilities, with 34% of business owners citing AI errors as a major threat. Gallagher's Executive Director, Ben Waterton, warned that relying solely on AI without human oversight can lead to serious consequences and compromising advice.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/most-businesses-are-now-fully-embracing-ai-but-arent-always-protected-against-the-risksA recent study by GlobalData has found that China and the US have dominated global funding for robotics start-ups, accounting for 75% of all venture capital investment between 2018 and 2024. The US received $49.9 billion in investments, while China secured $24.4 billion. This significant lead positions these two countries as "emerging dominant forces" in the industry, allowing them to shape the future of automation and intelligent systems.
https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3304070/us-and-chinese-robotics-start-ups-attract-75-global-funding-study-finds?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionCommonwealth Bank is investing heavily in artificial intelligence, establishing a dedicated tech hub in Seattle, Washington, near Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft's headquarters. The bank plans to accelerate AI adoption across its digital platforms with hundreds of staff being sent to the new hub. CBA group executive Gavin Munroe and CEO Matt Comyn are launching the initiative, aiming to widen the bank's lead on AI adoption.
https://www.smh.com.au/business/banking-and-finance/cba-to-speed-up-ai-rollout-as-it-fights-bank-tech-war-20250327-p5lmxs.htmlBusinesses can leverage AI to enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and drive innovation, but this requires ongoing investment and refinement. To capitalize on these benefits, companies must prioritize data privacy by implementing clear policies on collection, storage, and usage of data, as societies become increasingly aware of how their information is used.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/ai-is-booming-but-are-businesses-seeing-real-impactCURRENC's "AI Staff for Hire" is an innovative product that automates critical functions in the finance industry using AI-powered workforce solutions. The platform, designed for enterprises across the finance sector, offers specialized AI Agents for tasks such as customer support, debt collection, and KYC compliance. With advanced functionalities like real-time insights into customer interactions and customizable training for staff, "AI Staff for Hire" enables businesses to scale operations, streamline workflows, and enhance service quality while improving global competitiveness.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/27/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/currencs-seamless-ai-lab-unveils-ai-staff-for-hire-platform/2081379Summary: Google's new feature, "Key Information Cards," uses AI to extract essential details from web pages, providing users with a concise summary of the main points, making it easier for those who prefer skimming content to quickly grasp the information. This feature is particularly useful for users like students and researchers who need to rapidly access key data.
https://nerdbot.com/2025/03/26/crafting-engaging-content-that-captures-search-algorithms-attention/Google's Johann Choron believes that allowing millions of people to create high-quality content using AI tools could lead to a "totally stunning change in artistic freedom." He notes that while there may be an abundance of content, good content is still typically created by skilled professionals like directors, rather than amateur creators.
https://deadline.com/2025/03/ai-artistic-freedom-or-creative-chaos-series-mania-1236352100/