AI DRIVEN ROBOTS
AI begins ushering in an age of killer robots
The latest iterations of technology enabling drones and other machines to operate autonomously owe their advancements to deep learning, an AI method utilising extensive data for pattern recognition and decision making. Although these systems aren't costly military-grade equivalents from the US, China, and Russia, their affordability, priced at just thousands of pounds or less, and widespread accessibility mark a significant development.
Ukraine brings AI weapons to front lines
Ukrainian tech firms are pioneering autonomous drone technology, leading to the development of deadly tools that can interpret real-time video footage. The region's innovation race is fueled by advancements in deep learning and artificial intelligence, turning drones into lethal weapons capable of autonomous attacks.
Purplle’s Rs 1,000 crore funding; FirstCry, Unicommerce IPOs cleared
Omnichannel beauty platform Purplle has closed a Rs 1,000 crore funding round. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Budget 2024: How about a 'Robot Tax' in Budget? Economists pitch the idea for AI-hit jobs
Union Budget: Economists discussed the upcoming Budget with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, focusing on growth, fiscal policy, investment, private sector involvement, food inflation, and debt. Key topics included the impact of AI on employment, 'robot tax' proposal, IMF recommendations, challenges faced by developing countries in adapting to AI technology, and insights from Gita Gopinath.
Will Infosys, TCS meet the same fate as India’s cotton mills?
The nation’s outsourcing dominance may go the same way as its textile industry, which lost out to automation during the first industrial revolution
For an AI lesson, India must look back — 300 years
The profound impact of the industrial revolution on cotton-spinning may be poised for a repeat in a $250 billion white-collar powerhouse. As generative AI morphs into artificial general intelligence — machines rivaling human cognitive abilities — even highly complex tasks may not require expert programmers.
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What will a robot make of your resume? The bias problem with using AI in job recruitment
Establishing guidelines, ethical standards, and promoting transparency in AI decision-making processes are essential for fair recruitment practices. Collaboration between HR professionals and AI developers can lead to more inclusive and equitable hiring processes.
Let AI plan your trip!
Bags packed and nowhere to go? Let AI lead the way. Travellers are increasingly using smart technology to plan their perfect holiday!
ET Road Safety & Safer Mobility Forum 2024: Steering a smarter, safer, and sustainable supply chain by accelerating safety tech in logistics
The ET Road Safety & Safer Mobility Forum 2024 gears up for its third roundtable, focusing on ‘Enhancing Safety Standards in Modern Logistics and Supply Chain.’ This session will put intelligent AI solutions in the spotlight, showcasing how they can revolutionise safe practices within the ever-evolving logistics landscape. By prioritising both road and fleet safety, the forum aims to create a more secure and efficient supply chain ecosystem.
Are social media algorithms causing psychological harm to children? Elon Musk thinks so
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and father of nine, recently expressed significant concerns about the impact of social media on children. Speaking at the VivaTech fair in Paris, he emphasized the dangers posed by AI algorithms designed to maximize user engagement through increased dopamine levels, making children particularly vulnerable. Musk urged parents to limit their children's exposure to social media, highlighting the potential psychological harm.
ARTPARK: From legged robots to advanced cargo drones, a look at India's first robotics park
ARTPARK, India's pioneering AI and robotics hub established in 2020 within the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) campus, Bengaluru, aims to foster inclusivity and equitable access to technology. With a core focus on innovation, skilling, and industry collaboration, ARTPARK nurtures startups, supports research, and tackles societal challenges. Backed by substantial funding, it's a nexus for developing cutting-edge solutions and driving India's technological advancement.
Firms rush to recruit chief AI officers amid tech frenzy
Companies scramble for AI talent, hiring CAIOs and other AI leadership roles. Top firms like Harman, Blackrock, and Deloitte emphasize the importance of AI leadership as AI becomes more integral to business operations worldwide.
Talent AI-volution: Can AI adoption dent India's tech edge?
India is the tech powerhouse of the world, known for its engineering prowess. But can the widespread adoption of AI, which will lead to significant automation, dent India’s talent edge? Annapurna Roy and Beena Parmar report.
LFP batteries can revolutionize the EV sector, and AI is helping them achieve it
Transition to electric vehicles, emphasizing Indian industry growth. Key factors include design optimisation, manufacturing efficiency, AI integration, battery technology advancements, and the crucial role of lithium ferro phosphate batteries in sustainable transportation evolution.
Eyeing a career in robotics? Understand the roles, skills and pay in this emerging industry
The robotics industry's exponential growth offers promising career prospects in various roles like robotics engineer, researcher, and technician. Specific skills, educational backgrounds, and training are essential to excel in this dynamic field, ensuring competitive pay structures for entry-level positions.
Leadership with AI: Strategies for success from ISB
ISB's Leadership Empowerment Programme equips executives with AI knowledge and leadership skills. Graduates lead with integrity, drive innovation, and create impact in the digital world, positioning themselves as transformative leaders in the age of AI.
An AI researcher takes on election deepfakes
Oren Etzionia, University of Washington professor and founding CEO of the Allen Institute for AI, became one of the first researchers to warn that a new breed of AI would accelerate the spread of disinformation online.
In one key artificial intelligence metric, China pulls ahead of the US - talent
New research shows that China has by some metrics eclipsed the United States as the biggest producer of AI talent, with the country generating almost half the world's top AI researchers. By contrast, about 18% come from U.S. undergraduate institutions, according to the study.
Nvidia's dizzying rally spurs rush into AI-themed ETFs
The funds run the gamut from those offering a bouquet of the biggest AI winners to more esoteric themes such as robotics and sound generation. All told, the universe of AI-themed ETFs traded in the United States has soared to $6.88 billion as of the end of February from $2.55 billion a year earlier, Morningstar data showed.
Humanoid robots can be a way to bridge AI to human experience: David Hanson
From large foundation models to new computing tools and authoring tools, these emerging technologies allow us to explore what it means to be alive, he said.
Doctors with knowledge of artificial intelligence will hold advantage: Andrew Elder
Andrew Elder, president of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, said AI has the potential to carry out a number of medical tasks such as diagnosis and surgery more efficiently, quickly, and easily, cutting down the time taken to treat a patient fully, compared to the duration it now takes.
Investors flock back to AI fund on rate cut hopes, Nvidia results
The Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF received $35.5 million in net inflows in the week ending on Wednesday, its strongest since June earlier this year, according to Lipper data.
ShareChat founders secure $3 million in funding for industrial robotics startup
The new company, called General Autonomy, will build artificial intelligence-driven machines to automate parts of labour workflows in factories, as per a post by one of the founders Farid Ahsan on social media.
Hello, Mika! Polish alc-bev firm Dictador hires AI CEO to lead its ops, robot says she has 'no weekends'
Mika in a video said that she "can swiftly and accurately make data driven" with the help of advanced AI and ML algorithms.
Automakers bet on more than just AI to make automobiles 'gadget-like'
The automobile industry is among the few sectors that have adopted AI and Metaverse to revolutionize sales and promotion. Bots will become more versatile and intelligent, handling structured and unstructured tasks. As a result, organizations will achieve greater productivity levels and uncover valuable business insights, said Hasit Trivedi, Chief Technology Officer of Digital Technologies and Global Head - AI, Tech Mahindra.
In US-China AI contest, the race is on to deploy killer robots
One is pricey and slow: For a new force of up to 13 nuclear-powered attack submarines, the Australian taxpayer will fork out an average of more than AUD$28 billion ($18 billion) apiece. And the last of the subs won't arrive until well past the middle of the century.
In U.S.-China AI contest, the race is on to deploy killer robots
The Australian Navy is investing in two different submarine technologies to counter the rising power of China. One approach involves building expensive nuclear-powered submarines, while the other focuses on developing cheap and fast unmanned submarines powered by artificial intelligence (AI), known as Ghost Sharks. The Ghost Sharks, costing less than 1% of the nuclear submarines, will be delivered by mid-2025. The use of AI and automation is revolutionizing military power and could potentially reshape the rivalry between China and the US.
Human-machine teams driven by AI are about to reshape warfare
Commercial software developers are challenging the traditional defense industry in the arms market, potentially revolutionizing warfare. In the war in Ukraine, teams of humans and machines are reshaping the battlefield, with remotely piloted drones significantly improving the lethality of artillery, rockets, and missiles.
Human-machine teams driven by AI are about to reshape warfare
Some technology experts believe innovative commercial software developers now entering the arms market are challenging the dominance of the traditional defense industry, which produces big-ticket weapons, sometimes at glacial speed.
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