AI Chronicles — 22nd May 2023
Welcome to your round-up of the most noteworthy events in the world of artificial intelligence.
In the world of DSAI this week we shared some highlights on our blog including the videos from last weeks ChatGPT hackathon (see https://medium.com/dsai/videos-from-the-chatgpt-hackathon-155f447f83) and we also had a call to action on the myths of AI (see https://medium.com/dsai/demystifying-ai-a-call-to-bridge-the-understanding-gap-edfe8970131e). Finally, we shared lessons for users of ChatGPT (see https://medium.com/dsai/important-lessons-for-chatgpt-users-7818d55e490e).
News
Around the world, this week highlights the growing impact of AI across various fields, from healthcare to the environment and from personal devices to societal norms. The trend is clear: AI is not just a technological revolution, it’s a societal one. As these developments unfold, the question of how to ensure fairness, trust, and benefit for all remains pivotal. As we continue to track the progress of AI, the focus on addressing these challenges will undoubtedly stay in the spotlight.
1. Is Medicine Ready for AI? — With the AI conversation now mainstream, the 2023 MIT-MGB AI Cures conference saw attendance double from previous years. This growth signifies a cautiously optimistic outlook on the intersection of AI and healthcare from doctors, computer scientists, and policymakers alike. Read more on https://news.mit.edu/2023/is-medicine-ready-for-ai-0517
2. A Better Way to Study Ocean Currents — A new machine-learning model has been developed for making more accurate predictions about ocean currents. This AI breakthrough could play a significant role in tracking plastic pollution, oil spills, and assisting in search and rescue missions. Explore the full story on https://news.mit.edu/2023/new-machine-learning-model-ocean-currents-0517
3. An AI Challenge Only Humans Can Solve — The authors of a new book, “Power and Progress,” discuss whether the benefits of AI will be widely shared or will further exacerbate inequality. This is a thought-provoking examination of the societal implications of AI. Learn more on https://news.mit.edu/2023/power-and-progress-book-ai-inequality-0517
4. ChatGPT Comes to the iPhone — OpenAI’s popular AI chatbot, ChatGPT, is going mobile with an official iOS app, offering a new way for users to interact with AI on the go. This development could potentially shift user behavior away from traditional voice assistants. Get the details on https://techcrunch.com/2023/05/20/this-week-in-apps-chatgpt-comes-to-iphone-bing-ai-efforts-expand-instagrams-twitter-clone/
5. Trust and Safety in Generative AI — In light of the rise of generative AI, there’s a growing debate about how to ensure trust, safety, and fairness in this rapidly evolving field. A procedural justice approach is suggested to address these concerns, which includes building multidisciplinary teams, including outsider perspectives, and ensuring transparency. Read the full article on https://techcrunch.com/2023/05/19/procedural-justice-can-address-generative-ais-trust-legitimacy-problem/
6. Microsoft Expands AI Features Across Its Mobile Apps — Microsoft has announced a range of AI updates to its suite of mobile apps, including new features for Bing Chat and enhanced voice input support, as the competition with Google and others continues to intensify. https://techcrunch.com/2023/05/20/this-week-in-apps-chatgpt-comes-to-iphone-bing-ai-efforts-expand-instagrams-twitter-clone/
7. Google Challenger Neeva Gives Up On Consumer Search, Goes All In On AI And The Enterprise — Neeva, a search engine positioned as an alternative to Google, has announced it’s shutting down its consumer business due to significant challenges in attracting new users and a difficult economic environment. The company plans to refocus its efforts on enterprise search and application search inside enterprises. Read the full story here https://techcrunch.com/2023/05/21/google-challenger-neeva-gives-up-on-consumer-search-goes-all-in-on-ai-and-the-enterprise/
Stay tuned for more updates in the next edition of AI Chronicles!
