Conversational AI is expected to become increasingly multimodal, enabling it to process and respond to spatial awareness, tone, speech patterns, body language, and gestures with greater precision. This advancement has numerous potential use cases, such as enhanced customer service and integrating AI voice assistants into cars for navigation and driver fatigue monitoring.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/technical-capabilities-on-the-horizon-for-conversational-aiThe use of AI-generated movie trailers has raised concerns among industry professionals and unions, with SAG-AFTRA condemning it as a "race to the bottom." The practice, popularized by channels like Screen Culture, which churns out concept trailers on an assembly line using tools like Midjourney and ElevenLabs, blurs the line between fan-made content and professional marketing. Founder Nikhil P. Chaudhari's success in creating viral hits like Titanic 2: Jack's Back has led to studios allowing AI-generated trailers to proliferate, raising ethical questions about revenue collection from misleading content.
https://petapixel.com/2025/04/02/how-movie-studios-cash-in-on-fake-ai-movie-trailers-on-youtube/Alibaba Group Holding is set to launch its next-generation Qwen series of large language models (LLMs), Qwen3, in April. The upgrade aims to strengthen Alibaba's position as a leader in open-source AI. The new model will include two versions: one with a mixture-of-experts approach and another optimized for mobile devices with 600 million parameters.
https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3304935/alibabas-qwen3-ai-model-coming-month-sources-say-bid-cement-industry-lead?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionArtlist, a leading creative technology company, is revolutionizing the process of content creation with its AI-powered tools. The platform offers over 3 million high-quality resources, including music, sound effects, and video sequences, created by acclaimed artists, to help creators produce engaging videos. With a subscription-based model, Artlist provides everything needed for video production. The company continuously develops innovative creative tools, such as AI-generated functions and video effects plugins, and offers an international license that meets all creative needs. With over 27 million users, including top brands like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Calvin Klein, Artlist is considered a comprehensive solution for video creation.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/artlist-presente-le-generateur-de-videos-ia-concu-pour-les-createurs-de-videos-302418297.htmlA California bill proposes requiring web browsers to include a simple option for users to opt-out of data sharing with websites, aiming to enhance online privacy and control over personal data. The measure would apply to all websites in the state, including those operated by major tech companies.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/tech-and-telecom-law/california-opt-out-web-browser-requirements-approved-by-panelOpenAI's CEO Sam Altman has warned users of the ChatGPT AI chatbot to expect delays in its performance due to technical issues, citing "technical difficulties" and "overwhelming demand". The issue is believed to be caused by an influx of users downloading the app, which has led to a surge in traffic.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/ghiblistyle-art-overloads-chatgpt-openai-ceo-sam-altman-has-a-message-for-users-expect-dela-11743588592133.htmlCisco's annual study highlights the need for organizations to balance local data storage, global expertise, and privacy in an AI-driven world. The company emphasizes the importance of viewing data governance as a strategic investment to align AI strategies with privacy, ensuring sustainable growth and consumer trust. Cisco, a leading technology company, is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era, enabling innovation, productivity, and digital resilience through its industry-leading AI-powered solutions and services.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ciscos-2025-data-privacy-benchmark-study-privacy-landscape-grows-increasingly-complex-in-the-age-of-ai-302417333.htmlGenerative AI is being explored by brands like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo to create personalized content on social media platforms. Companies are using AI-powered tools to generate unique, engaging content that resonates with customers while maintaining brand standards. For instance, Coca-Cola has partnered with AI firm HumaSparks to develop a chatbot that helps fans design their own merchandise. This approach allows brands to stay ahead of the curve in terms of customer engagement and interaction, all while ensuring authenticity and consistency with their brand voice.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/generative-ai-social-media-redefining-content-creation/542653/The US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has awarded contracts to Microsoft and PsiQuantum to test the feasibility of their quantum computing systems, as part of a broader effort to harness the power of quantum computing for military applications.
https://www.defensenews.com/pentagon/2025/02/07/darpa-continues-quest-to-validate-quantum-computing-utility/