The Biden administration plans to impose additional restrictions on the export of artificial intelligence (AI) chips from companies like Nvidia in a last-minute effort before leaving office. The goal is to limit the sale of AI chips used in data centers, particularly to China and Russia, with the aim of promoting their development in friendly nations that align with American standards. This move would expand existing semiconductor caps to most countries worldwide, as the US seeks to control the spread of AI technology amidst growing demand.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/01/09/tech/biden-nvidia-ai-chip-exports/A photo of a scene at a real-life event in New York City's Times Square has been circulating online, but upon closer inspection, it appears to be a fake generated using AI tools called Grok. The image was shared on social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, with some users initially believing it to be genuine. However, the presence of the text "Grok" in the bottom-right corner of the photo and several other anomalies suggest that it was artificially created.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/584226-fact-check-photo-of-trump-and-grenell-holding-free-imran-khan-banner-created-using-aiFerguson, a government official, is advocating for stricter regulations on companies that make false claims about their use of artificial intelligence (AI) to deceive consumers. He also supports enforcing existing laws to protect consumer privacy and prevent targeted advertising from being used to cheat people out of their money.
https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/what-advertisers-can-expect-from-new-ftc-chairman/The Museum has commissioned a series of digital installations, including 'Is It Real?', which combines AI-generated content with found footage, and 'Building Blocks of AI and Journalism', an exploration of the evolving relationship between journalism and artificial intelligence. The artworks are accompanied by a diverse range of international artists from countries such as Puerto Rico, Belgium, Portugal, Norway, Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Palestine, Algeria, France, Lebanon, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Australia, Serbia, India, Yemen, Turkey, Bangladesh, Egypt, and Qatar.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/culture/2025/01/09/ai-or-nay-artificial-vs-intelligent-looks-at-ai-in-media-majlis-museumAccording to the World Economic Forum's 'Future of Jobs 2025' report, Indian businesses are investing heavily in emerging technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and autonomous systems. As a result, job categories like Big Data Specialists, AI and Machine Learning Specialists, and Security Management Specialists are expected to dominate the employment landscape in India. To address the growing demand for talent, 67% of companies in India are prioritizing diverse talent pools, while 30% have adopted skills-based hiring practices by eliminating degree requirements. Indian organizations are also investing in AI programmes, with 96% already implementing such initiatives, surpassing the global average of 88%. The report highlights that countries like India and those in Sub-Saharan Africa will account for nearly two-thirds of new workforce entrants due to their growing working-age population.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/whats-driving-indias-job-market-growth-world-economic-forum-report-unveils-top-careers-7438352#pfrom=home-ndtv_educationKrafton's sales reached an all-time high in Q3 with a 59.7 percent increase, driven by the company's collaboration with Nvidia to integrate its AI technology, known as Cloud-based Parallel Computing (CPC), into games. The partnership was showcased at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, where Krafton demonstrated its "Ally" non-playable character (NPC) in its Player Unknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) franchise and the single-player title inZOI, which is currently in development. The Ally NPC can respond to voice commands and assist players in multiplayer games, while Smart Zoi, powered by CPC, brings emotional depth and distinct personality traits to NPCs in life-simulation game inZOI. Krafton plans to continue innovating user experiences with CPC and establish it as a benchmark for the gaming industry.
https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2025-01-09/business/industry/Krafton-breaks-the-gaming-mold-with-smart-NPCs-in-Nvidia-collaboration/2218956Krafton, the maker of PUBG, has developed a generative AI companion called Co-Player Character (CPC) that can behave in a human-like manner. The CPC is powered by an on-device Small Language Model for gaming, crafted using Nvidia's ACE technology. Krafton claims that CPCs will surpass traditional non-player characters (NPCs) due to their ability to engage players with dynamic interactions such as real-time conversations and flexible responses tailored to in-game scenarios.
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/console/krafton-debuts-generative-ai-companions-that-behave-in-human-like-manner-At the General Counsel Conference East 2024, lawyers are exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen prospective jurors in court cases. Match Group's Katie Dugan and Herrick's Carol Goodman discussed this trend, highlighting its potential benefits for litigators. Eric Wall, Executive Vice President at Syllo, also spoke about the application of AI in legal proceedings.
Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella announced a collaborative initiative with India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) during his visit to New Delhi as part of the Microsoft AI Tour. The programme aims to train 500,000 individuals in rural India in artificial intelligence skills, equipping underserved communities with cutting-edge technological expertise. This move is part of Microsoft's focus on growth opportunities in artificial intelligence and cloud computing, despite workforce adjustments. The company has invested over $13 billion in OpenAI and its AI-driven products, such as the Microsoft 365 Copilot assistant, continue to develop and gain traction.
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