The AI Daily Brief (Formerly The AI Breakdown): Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis Apple AI? Apple Didn't Say "Artificial Intelligence" Once at WWDC
Jun 5, 2023
Listeners discover the buzz (and lack thereof) around AI at Apple's recent developer conference. Instead of AI, much focus was on the exciting Vision Pro mixed reality headset and its potential AI applications. There’s also drama at Stability AI and notable job losses in the AI sector. The aftermath of the Hollywood writers' strike reveals AI breakthroughs, while a new tool makes waves by generating images influenced by existing styles. This blend of tech innovations and industry challenges keeps the conversation lively.
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AI's Impact on Jobs
- AI caused 3,900 job losses in May, nearly 5% of total U.S. layoffs.
- This highlights AI's immediate impact on jobs, not just a distant threat.
Writer's Strike and AI
- The Writer's Guild of America went on strike partly over AI concerns, fearing replacement.
- The Director's Guild secured a deal stating AI cannot replace members' duties.
Doomer Narratives Distract
- Kyungyung Cho argues that "doomer" AI narratives distract from real issues.
- He suggests focusing on present AI problems rather than hypothetical future risks.