ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE USE
AI's insatiable energy use drives electricity demands
AI data centres have a big appetite for electricity. The so-called graphic processing units, or GPUs, used to train large language models and respond to ChatGPT queries, require more energy than your average microchip and give off more heat.
Why an ‘AI health coach’ won't solve the world's chronic disease problems
Health is an appealing direction for an AI industry that has promised to transform civilisation, but whose huge growth of the past couple of years is beginning to look like it's stalling. Companies and investors have pumped billions into the technology, but it is still often a solution looking for problems.
IIT Madras unveils plans to make India a global chess powerhouse
IIT Madras Centre of Excellence in Sports Science and Analytics (CESSA) unveiled plans to boost India's chess prowess using technology-driven tools, focusing on fan engagement, cheating detection, and training programs at grassroots level. The initiative, disclosed at the 'Sports Tech Start Up Conclave' in New Delhi, aims to collaborate with stakeholders in the sports ecosystem and develop platforms leveraging high-performance computing and Artificial Intelligence to support chess players. IIT Madras CESSA also intends to launch new sports courses on NPTEL and consider offering programs in AI/ML, Data Science, Sports Science, and Sports Management.
Goldman Sachs puts a $1 trillion question mark over Generative AI
A KPMG survey in the US found that executives expect Generative AI to have an enormous impact on business, but most say they are unprepared for immediate adoption.
How smart manufacturing can transform India’s future
India's 1991 reforms started economic transformation, now focusing on AI, IoT, robotics in smart manufacturing. Government initiatives like SAMARTH Udyog, the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution drive Industry 4.0. NAMTECH, founded by ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel, advances technical education, aiding India's aim for a $35 trillion GDP and global manufacturing hub status.
Artificial Intelligence helped to find a vast source of the copper that AI needs to thrive
KoBold is pumping $2.3 billion into its first mine and is negotiating tricky partnerships with contractors and governments alike. It is relying on the U.S. government to finance a new railway to export the copper.
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Samsung brings tech's latest fashion to wearable technology with AI twists in new watch and ring
The South Korean electronics giant on Wednesday revealed that both its first-ever premium smartwatch and a smart ring heralding its entry into a niche market will include AI features that are supposed to help people monitor and manage their health.
PM GatiShakti platform may adopt AI to boost India’s economic development
The Indian government, under PM Narendra Modi's leadership, is planning to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into the PM GatiShakti platform to accelerate infrastructure development. Named PMGS 2.0, this AI-enhanced system aims to predict economic trends and assess infrastructure needs across different scenarios. Already central to over 170 projects worth Rs 13.5 lakh crores, PM GatiShakti uses digital technology to enhance connectivity and efficiency. With logistics as a key focus, the initiative aims to reduce costs and boost economic and social development through integrated planning and technology adoption.
Who should drive AI adoption — teams or leadership?
While leaders have a pivotal role in bringing in new technologies, AI’s success in manufacturing requires the help of the workforce too.
Samsung Elec union in South Korea says will strike indefinitely
The National Samsung Electronics Union (NSEU), whose roughly 30,000 members make up almost a quarter of the firm's South Korean workforce, said it has decided to continue striking because management has shown no indication of holding talks after a strike that started on Monday. "We haven't spoken to management since we started the strike on Monday," said Lee Hyun-kuk, the union's vice president.
Ghosts in the machine: Peril of hallucinations in GenAI chatbots
Hallucinations are a big issue while deploying GenAI-based chatbots. Hallucination is a phenomenon where an AI chatbot offers factually incorrect information in response to a question. How are firms navigating its pitfalls?
AI bots taking over the Internet? Here's how companies are stopping this intrusion
Artificial intelligence' rise has created some nasty problems for text-based websites, some of whom are complaining that the performance of the internet is diminishing due to AI bots scraping the web for training its systems. Language model system need a lot of text to get trained, and therefore, this has started off what appears to be a long-draw 'text war'.
India produces 20% of world's data: Ola founder Bhavish Aggarwal
Ola founder and CEO Bhavish Aggarwal highlighted that India which constitutes 20 per cent of the world's population produces 20% of the world's digital data. The Ola founder underscored that India should actually produce even more data since we are young.
AI became the teacher of the year
AI is transforming the landscape of education as lecturers and EdTech platforms across the country utilise the technology for teaching, testing, and assessment. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT have found their way into Indian classrooms. However, AI also presents potential drawbacks. It may stifle creative thinking among young learners due to an over-reliance on technology.
To get skilled in AI, companies let employees play in Metaverse
As the landscape of work evolves rapidly with artificial intelligence playing a crucial role, businesses are shifting away from a one-size-fits-all approach to learning. Companies aim to ensure that their employees are well-versed in the emerging technology through a variety of training methods.
AI is bringing back Hollywood voices from the past, but with consent
AI voice startup ElevenLabs, which develops tools and models to regenerate voices in different accents and languages, has secured permission from the estates of deceased Hollywood actors to use their voices for its app Reader. This app takes online content like newsletters, articles, PDF files and converts them into voice-overs.
L&T using generative AI to enhance processes across project lifecycle, says MD Subrahmanyan
To fuel this innovation, L&T has launched a collaborative platform connecting aspiring data scientists with domain experts and technology champions to develop cutting-edge, future-proof solutions, S N Subrahmanyan said during 79th Annual General Meeting.
AI PC demand to pick up from 2025 once use cases emerge
The demand for AI laptops and desktops in India is projected to increase in 2025 as use-cases solidify and people integrate AI into regular workflows, according to industry experts.
Artificial Intelligent slaves
The word robot is traced to the Slavic word for forced labourers i.e., slaves. Slaves have existed in all parts of the world. Names have been different. Techniques to enslave been different. Some used threats of violence. Some told stories - God told you to follow the occupation of your father, nothing else, was the story told in Hindu scriptures. The gods created slavery for their own pleasure, said Mesopotamian mythology. Women have to serve women, said Biblical myths.
SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son talks up artificial super intelligence ambitions
"SoftBank Group has done many things until now that have all been a warm up for my great dream to realise artificial intelligence," Son told shareholders at the group's annual general meeting.
G7 Summit: Pope Francis calls for ban on use of 'lethal autonomous weapons'
Pope Francis, in his address at the G7 leaders' Summit in Italy, emphasized the dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) and called for a ban on 'lethal autonomous weapons'. The 87-year-old pontiff, attending his first Group of Seven meeting, highlighted the importance of human judgment in decision-making, cautioning against a future where people are reliant on machines for choices that impact their lives.
Using AI to draft a cover letter? Don’t depend on tech too much
Artificial intelligence (AI) is beneficial for job applications, but over-reliance on it for drafting cover letters can lack personalization. Sashi Kumar from Indeed India emphasizes the importance of a human touch in cover letters to convey authenticity and storytelling for job seekers.
Google is using AI to answer your health questions. Should you trust it?
Google AI Overviews, utilizing generative AI, presents search answers with a mix of reputable and commercial sources. Experts raise concerns about accuracy and clarity in medical responses, emphasizing the need for critical evaluation and reliance on trusted sources.
How BrandMusiq is using AI and social media to enhance sonic branding in India
Jingles have always been a favourite way for many brands to make an identity. In the age of social media and artificial intelligence, sonic branding is poised to get better.
The rise of AI in recruitment process: How companies are using artificial intelligence for hiring
Companies use AI tools like GenAI bots for candidate sourcing, resume screening, and skills assessment. HR executives say AI makes hiring quicker and more efficient. Genpact launched IMatch, an AI-based job-matching engine, resulting in improved productivity and faster hiring.
Elon Musk wants to keep this Windows feature always off and why he called it 'Black Mirror'
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella introduced "Recall," an AI tool that continuously takes screenshots to enhance productivity by providing a photographic memory-like capability. Elon Musk criticized the tool for privacy concerns, calling it a "Black Mirror episode." Despite Microsoft's assurances of robust privacy settings, the tool has sparked significant public backlash and ongoing debates about ethical AI use.
AI Stole Your Voice? Voice actors sue AI startup for using their voices in chatbot
Voice actors Paul Skye Lehrman and Linnea Sage are suing AI startup Lovo for allegedly using their voices without permission to create a chatbot named Poe. The couple, who rely on their voice work for a living, discovered the bot sounded exactly like them. They claim Lovo violated trademark and privacy laws by using their voice recordings without disclosure. The lawsuit, seeking class-action status, highlights a growing concern among artists and creators about AI technologies potentially replacing them in the job market.
Government aims to boost use of artificial intelligence in food processing
India aims to boost artificial intelligence (AI) in food processing to raise efficiency, support farmers, and cut environmental impact, officials revealed at a National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) conference. The government advocated for a roadmap to deploy AI tools in the sector, with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Secretary showing support. Experts believe AI can enhance agricultural practices, improve produce quality, and aid India's goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2070.
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