Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 11/20 – AI To Read The Books
Nov 20, 2024
A major publisher's controversial AI training deal raises concerns among authors about the future of literature. Android 16 promises to reduce fragmentation, while Sony unveils cloud streaming for gaming. Cryptocurrency gains momentum with significant political ties, and Bluesky surges past 20 million users. Meanwhile, the dangers of unregulated data tracking for military personnel highlight serious national security risks.
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Kibblesmith Rejects AI Training Deal
- Author Daniel Kibblesmith was offered $2,500 to let an AI train on his book.
- He declined, believing it devalues human connection in writing.
AI's Data Cost Problem
- While $2,500 per book may seem low to authors, it's high for AI training data.
- This cost may limit AI growth, especially as models scale.
Protecting Books from AI
- Penguin Random House added a copyright clause forbidding AI training on their books.
- This follows copyright infringement cases and reports of pirated books used for AI training.