The US public's lack of trust in artificial intelligence (AI) and its regulatory bodies is a growing concern. A recent survey found that many Americans are skeptical about the benefits of AI, with some even questioning the intentions of tech companies like Google and Facebook. The issue came to the forefront during the 2024 US Elections, where candidates were asked about their stance on regulating AI. Despite the potential for AI to revolutionize various industries, including healthcare and finance, many Americans remain wary of its impact on society.
https://www.firstpost.com/tech/ai-is-sweeping-off-the-world-by-its-feet-but-americans-dont-trust-this-tech-or-their-controllers-13878736.htmlYouTube is applying its expertise in rights management to tackle the responsible deployment of AI tools, particularly in limiting deepfakes and voice clones. The company's VP Public Policy, Leslie Miller, has expressed support for the No Fakes Act, which would give individuals control over their digital likeness. Introduced last year, the bill had bipartisan support but failed to advance in Congress due to concerns about First Amendment rights.
https://deadline.com/2025/04/youtube-backs-no-fakes-act-ai-generated-likenesses-1236364729/Ziroh Labs, an Indian startup, has developed a system called Kompact AI that can run large AI models without requiring advanced computing chips, making AI more efficient and accessible. The framework was created in partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, and aims to make AI technology more affordable for businesses and individuals.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/artificial-intelligence/indian-startup-unveils-system-to-run-ai-without-advanced-chipsSam Altman, OpenAI's CEO, has hinted at a major update to the company's AI model, GPT5, which is expected to be rolled out soon. He also teased the upcoming release of o3 and o4-mini models, suggesting that these new features will enhance the conversational capabilities of ChatGPT. The exact details of the updates are not yet available, but Altman's comments indicate a significant improvement in OpenAI's AI technology.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/sam-altman-hints-at-major-openai-feature-drop-teases-o3-and-o4-mini-models-all-you-need-to-know-gpt5-11744304659236.htmlAlphabet has reaffirmed its commitment to spending $75 billion on data centre capacity despite US tariffs uncertainty. Google's AI plans are yielding good returns, with early success from customers such as Intuit and Papa John's, who are integrating AI into their businesses. Microsoft is also investing heavily in AI infrastructure, planning to spend over $80 billion by 2025. Despite macroeconomic uncertainty, companies like Verizon and Meta Platforms are continuing to invest in AI, citing benefits such as increased efficiency and sales growth.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/599328-alphabet-reaffirms-pledge-to-spend-75bn-in-2025-despite-tariff-warSan Francisco-based startup nEye Systems has raised $58 million in funding from CapitalG, a growth-stage fund backed by Alphabet, to develop an optical circuit switch chip that can dynamically change computer connections in data centers. The chip aims to improve performance and reduce energy use for AI data centers, a field being pursued by companies like Nvidia. Google previously used similar technology to build an AI supercomputer, but its proprietary chips were not available to the market. nEye's co-founder Ming Wu notes that other companies will likely seek to acquire this technology rather than develop it themselves. The company expects to have production samples next year and plans to ship in large volumes, with potential applications extending beyond AI data centers to traditional ones as well.
https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2025/04/11/ai-networking-chip-startup-neye-systems-raises-58-million-led-by-alphabet039s-capitalg-fund-Vurvey Labs has introduced Autonomous Workflows, a platform that enables organizations to systematize complex tasks using AI-powered agents that operate 24/7 without human intervention. The platform's 2a Model allows users to set business objectives and generate tailored workflows, which are then executed by autonomous agents. This technology has already been adopted by Fortune 500 companies, such as a self-care brand that reduced research costs by 65% and sped up insights by 20x through automated social media tracking. The platform offers features like Autonomous Data Collection, Automated Agent Creation, Self-Monitoring Feedback Loops, and Visual Agent Mapping to ensure transparency and trust. Vurvey Labs believes its technology will become essential for organizations as they shift towards AI-first strategies, treating agents as teammates rather than tools.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vurvey-labs-announces-autonomous-workflows-your-engine-for-continuous-innovation-302425786.htmlPremier Cloud, a leading Google Cloud Premier Partner, has been selected as a launch partner for Google Agentspace, a new AI platform designed to revolutionize enterprise search and productivity. With expertise in Google Cloud and artificial intelligence, Premier Cloud will help businesses harness the full potential of Agentspace by implementing the platform and developing customized AI agents tailored to their operational goals. The company's experience in driving AI adoption across industries will be leveraged to support the launch, building on initiatives such as streamlining customer support systems and automating workflows.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/premier-cloud-named-launch-partner-for-google-agentspace-googles-new-enterprise-ai-platform-302425913.htmlTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) has reported higher-than-expected first-quarter revenue of T$839.25 billion, beating analyst forecasts by T$0.59 billion. The company's strong performance is attributed to the growing demand for artificial intelligence technology. As a major supplier to tech giants like Apple and Nvidia, TSMC's success is closely tied to the US market, where it faces pressure from President Donald Trump who has threatened to impose 100% tax on the company if it doesn't build manufacturing facilities in the US.
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