Researchers are working to ensure that advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) benefit both humans and the planet. A project called NatureLM is making progress towards enabling humans to communicate with animals, which could transform humanity's relationship with nature. This development raises critical ethical questions about the responsible use of AI.
https://www.firstpost.com/tech/researchers-developing-ai-system-that-will-let-humans-talk-to-animals-13849260.htmlNvidia is expected to maintain its position as the leading company in the artificial intelligence (AI) space, according to Wedbush's list of top AI tech winners for 2025. Analysts predict that AI spending will increase significantly over the next three years, with an estimated $2 trillion in capital expenditures. This growth is attributed to Nvidia's dominance in the field, particularly its chips which are considered essential for AI applications, earning it a reputation as the "Godfather of AI" alongside Jensen.
https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/nvidia-stock-forecast-nvda-price-prediciton-blackwell-gpu-ai-chips-2025-1Nvidia's stock surge has made three of its board members billionaires, including Jensen Huang, Robert Bailey and Mark Stevens. The company's remarkable performance is likely due to the growing demand for artificial intelligence and graphics processing units (GPUs). Meanwhile, in Malaysia, WeChat and TikTok have been granted licenses to operate under a new law, allowing them to continue operating in the country. In other news, Alibaba is selling its stake in Sun Art to a buyout firm at a discounted price, while Apple is offering discounts on iPhones in China as competition intensifies.
https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/telcos-media-tech/nvidias-remarkable-stock-surge-mints-three-board-billionairesNvidia's VP of Robotics, Deepu Talla, predicts an imminent surge in the adoption of physical AI and robotics, likening it to the emergence of ChatGPT. He believes the market has reached a tipping point, where Nvidia aims to establish itself as the leading platform for robotics development.
https://www.techspot.com/news/106134-nvidia-believes-robotics-market-about-explode-like-chatgpt.html#commentsOffsetChina's People's Liberation Army (PLA) has cautioned that artificial intelligence (AI) cannot replace human decision-making in military operations due to its limitations, including a lack of self-awareness. According to an article published in PLA Daily, AI should be used as a tool to augment human capabilities, such as data analysis and planning, rather than replacing them. The article emphasizes the importance of human judgment, accountability, creativity, and adaptability in military decision-making, stating that these qualities are indispensable on the battlefield.
https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3293052/chinas-military-warns-ai-cannot-replace-human-decision-making-battlefield?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionAlibaba has introduced its own large language model (LLM) focused on enterprise customers, unlike consumer-focused models like OpenAI's ChatGPT. The company's Qwen models have been deployed by over 90,000 enterprise customers since May. This move is part of a trend in China where tech giants such as Tencent, Baidu, JD.com, Huawei and ByteDance are developing their own LLMs. Experts believe this shift could democratize AI capabilities, allowing smaller startups to compete with massive tech companies and enabling traditional businesses to adopt state-of-the-art technology.
https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2024/alibaba-plans-major-discounts-on-ai-large-language-models/Carmi Levy, a writer and technology expert, predicts that agentic AI will be the next major innovation by 2025. Agentic AI is a type of artificial intelligence program that can perform tasks on computers and smartphones, such as opening browsers, new tabs, and downloading apps. According to Levy, this technology has the potential to revolutionize the way people interact with their devices.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/sci-tech/the-next-big-thing-in-ai-in-2025-according-to-one-tech-analyst-1.7162325At Houston Methodist health system, robots used to perform tasks such as checking fire extinguishers and delivering towels were found to be confused by elevators and often bumped into objects. To address this issue, researchers are turning to generative AI to improve the dexterity of robotics that work alongside people. For example, Brain Corp's Pinn noted that training robots with massive data sets can help them achieve dexterity that was previously only achievable through human labor. This is in line with a new AI system called PRoC3S developed by researchers at MIT, which combines language models with computer vision and tests actions in a virtual environment to improve the performance of warehouse robots. The system has been shown to complete tasks such as drawing shapes and sorting blocks with 80% accuracy during lab tests.
https://www.pymnts.com/technology/2024/will-robots-take-on-more-public-facing-roles-in-2025/Maharashtra is planning to draft its own Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy to position itself as a leader in the sector, according to State Information and Technology Minister Ashish Shelar. The policy aims to leverage AI to boost industries, attract businesses, create employment opportunities, and establish Maharashtra as a major player in the AI sector. This move is part of the central government's India AI Mission, which has allocated Rs 10,372 crore for enhancing AI capabilities across the nation.
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