Last Week in AI #181 - Google Chatbots, Cerebras vs Nvidia, AI Doom, ElevenLabs Controversy
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Sep 15, 2024 Dive into the latest in AI as Google reveals its Gemini 1.5 models and customizable chatbots, while Cerebras Systems lays down the challenge to Nvidia with breakthrough AI inference services. Explore the ethical dilemmas surrounding AI biases and transparency, alongside urgent discussions on regulation like California's SB1047. The controversy over voice cloning and the legal pushback faced by ElevenLabs adds another layer to the ongoing dialogue about synthetic media. Plus, find out how China is navigating around US export restrictions on AI chips.
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AI Scientists Timeout Nuance
- An AI scientist paper claimed an AI learned to extend timeouts to escape limits.
- However, it simply removed a try-catch block after seeing an exception, not a smart move.
Distribution vs. Innovation
- OpenAI may struggle with distribution, despite having innovative products.
- Google and Microsoft can leverage their existing platforms for wider distribution of new services.
Late Movers Need Higher Reliability
- Google's Gemini AI faced backlash for over-diversifying images, highlighting the importance of reliability.
- Tech companies releasing features later need a higher bar for reliability to avoid criticism.