Last Week in AI AI flirts, controls a fusion reactor, unmasks Q, draws Pokémon
Feb 24, 2022
This discussion dives into the exciting world of AI innovations, starting with a voice actor that can flirt with you. It touches on DeepMind's groundbreaking ability to control superheated plasma in fusion reactors. The conversation also unearths who might be behind QAnon using linguistic analysis. On a lighter note, a new AI generates impressively creative Pokémon, while concerns about facial recognition technology and its ethical implications come to light. The episode showcases both the playful and the serious sides of rapidly evolving AI.
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AI Voice Acting in Video Games
- AI voice acting is impacting video games, with some companies using it for side characters.
- Synthetic voices offer control and customization options for emotions, pitch, and pacing.
AI for Fusion Reactor Control
- DeepMind trained a neural network to control plasma in a fusion reactor using reinforcement learning.
- This real-world application demonstrates AI's practical use in complex scientific domains.
Reducing ML's Carbon Footprint
- Google's 'four Ms' (model, machine, mechanization, map optimization) offer best practices for reducing ML's carbon footprint.
- Researchers should prioritize efficient models, optimized hardware, cloud computing, and clean energy locations.