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Last Week in AI

#147 - Google’s Gemini, EU AI Act Deal, Mixtral of Experts, Meta’s ‘Seamless’ translator

Dec 17, 2023
The latest discussion dives into Google's Gemini, aiming to compete with ChatGPT but facing some initial skepticism. Voice cloning ethics are spotlighted with Meta's new AudioBox. The podcast also touches on advancements in AI chip technology, with big contenders like Meta and Microsoft making moves against Nvidia. Controversies swirl around Elon Musk's Grok AI, while updates in AI regulation highlight the complex landscape of technological innovation and legal challenges. Tune in for a whirlwind of cutting-edge insights!
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Quick takeaways

  • Google's Gemini is a new AI chatbot that is facing mixed reviews in terms of its performance and authenticity.
  • Meta (formerly Facebook) has unveiled Audiobox, an AI that can clone voices and generate ambient sounds.

Deep dives

Assembly AI raises $50 million in funding

Assembly AI, an applied AI venture, has raised $50 million in funding, bringing their total capital raise to $115 million. The company's customer base has grown 200% from last year, and their AI platform is handling approximately 25 million API calls per day. Assembly AI specializes in speech-related activities, providing AI speech-to-text models.

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