AI monthly update: AI pins, Perplexity’s rise and Google’s journalism play
May 6, 2024
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Martina Bretous, editor of Hubspot’s Next in AI, discusses failed AI gadgets, big tech’s AI bubble, Saudi Arabia, Perplexity’s rise, and Google's journalism play. The hosts also talk about Elon Musk's AI potential, Drake's legal issues, and the pitfalls of 'AI washing' in marketing.
AI integration in music is evolving with artists like Drake using AI in diss tracks.
Wearable AI devices like Humaine's AI Pin face challenges in functionality and market acceptance.
Deep dives
Drake's Use of AI in Music
Drake surprised many by using AI in a diss song he released in April, titled 'People Like You and Me.' In the track, Drake employed the voice of Tupac, which led to a cease and desist letter from Tupac's estate due to using it in a rap beef with Kendrick Lamar. This move showcased a new level of AI integration in music creation, even for established artists like Drake.
Challenges of Wearable AI Tech
The introduction of Humaine's AI Pin, a $700 wearable AI device with a $24 monthly subscription, sparked discussions about the value and functionality of such tech products. Despite some positive features like intuitive hand gestures and accessibility benefits, criticisms include slow response, inaccuracies, and battery life issues. The wearable AI market faces challenges in delivering fully developed products that effectively supplement or replace smartphones.
Elon Musk's X AI as a Competitor
Elon Musk's X AI, which raised $6 billion in funding, is positioned as a potential competitor in the AI industry. The company recently unveiled Grok 1.5 Vision, showcasing quality comparable to leading AI models. With Musk's track record and the rapid development in the field, X AI aims to establish itself as a viable competitor to established players like OpenAI.
Failed AI gadgets, big tech’s AI bubble, Saudi Arabia and more are the subjects of our AI update this month. In a fast paced industry, we’re thankfully joined by Martina Bretous, the editor of Hubspot’s Next in AI (blog.hubspot.com/ai) to give us an update on the biggest headlines you may have missed in the world of AI this past month. Plus: The Fall Guy falls below expectations and the Kentucky Derby ends with a literal photo finish.
Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Martina Bretous, as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day.
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