Last Week in AI #95 - AI Kills Cookie Pop-Ups, Models Volcanoes, Screens for Child Neglect, Paints Harry Potter
May 5, 2022
Discover how AI tackles everyday annoyances by eliminating cookie pop-ups and enhancing user privacy. Dive into innovative uses like predicting missed hospital appointments and aiding self-driving taxis in China. Uncover the depths of volcanoes with machine learning and explore the intricate world of brain imaging. The ethical implications of algorithms screening for child neglect raise important questions, while a significant AI skills gap highlights the need for better training in Europe. These advancements showcase AI's transformative impact across various fields.
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Greener Concrete with AI
- Meta uses AI to design greener concrete with 40% lower carbon impact.
- This AI-driven approach optimizes concrete formulas for strength and sustainability.
Real-World Concrete Test
- Meta's AI-designed concrete was tested in a non-critical area of a data center.
- This real-world application demonstrates the practicality of the AI-driven approach.
AI-Powered Cookie Control
- Cookie Enforcer, an AI tool, automatically disables non-essential cookies.
- It helps users protect their privacy by detecting manipulative cookie pop-ups.