The AI Daily Brief (Formerly The AI Breakdown): Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis The State of AI Report: Research, Industry, Politics and Safety
Oct 12, 2023
Delve into the shifting landscape of AI startups as layoffs hit Deepgram. Explore Character AI's innovative group chat feature amidst public confusion over AI personas. The RIAA raises alarm over vocal cloning, advocating for new regulations to protect artists. Key insights from a comprehensive State of AI report unveil advancements and competitive dynamics, highlighting the political and safety implications. Finally, get ready for future predictions, touching on generative AI's impact on entertainment, elections, and financial sectors.
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AI Startup Challenges
- AI startups face challenges from established companies leveraging existing APIs and internal solutions.
- Enterprise customers prefer established vendors, making the AI space harder for startups.
Deepgram Layoffs
- Deepgram, a speech recognition startup founded in 2015, cut 20% of its staff.
- This is due to competition from giants like OpenAI and the difficult environment for startups.
Character.AI Group Chat
- Character.AI launched group chats with AI characters for entertainment and social connection.
- This feature allows imaginative scenarios and community building around hobbies.