AI Breakthroughs and Blunders

Johan Uddståhl
The Weekly Buzz
Published in
2 min readAug 20, 2024

This week we see both remarkable advancements and surprising setbacks. From AI models that can detect diseases based on coughs to AI-generated images that can deceive even the most discerning eyes, we’ve got it all covered.

Why AI Sometimes Gets Wrong — and Big Strides to Address It

16 July, 2024

The post explores the limitations of AI and the significant progress being made to overcome them.

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Trump Shares AI-Generated Images Claiming Swifties Are Supporting Him

19 August, 2024

A surprising example of AI-generated images being used to spread misinformation.

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This AI Model is Helping Researchers Detect Disease Based on Coughs

19 August, 2024

A remarkable breakthrough in AI-assisted disease detection.

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Researchers Have Ranked AI Models Based on Risk — and Found a Wild Range

15 August, 2024

A crucial study that highlights the need for regulations to prevent AI misbehavior.

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New Tools for Innkeepers, Weavers, and Florists: How AI is Reaching the Farthest Edges of Ireland

17 June, 2024

A heartwarming story of how AI is empowering small businesses in rural Ireland.

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Thanks for reading this week’s Buzz Weekly! We hope you enjoyed the fascinating stories about AI. Have a great weekend, and we’ll see you next week!

BR, The Buzz News Crew

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Johan Uddståhl
The Weekly Buzz

Creative tech nerd from Sweden, building what's needed at digital studio Humblebee.