WednesdAI // Week 31

New challenges and new dangers revealed in the world of AI.

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Welcome to WednesdAI – Pixel Dreams’ weekly update with top stories from the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence.

This Week’s News

AI at the Olympics

 
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is pushing an ambitious AI agenda for the 2024 Paris Olympics, integrating AI across training, refereeing, and broadcasting. AI is also expected to aid in real-time decision-making for referees and enrich viewer experience with personalized content. Critics raise concerns about fairness, as wealthier nations may gain a competitive edge due to better AI resources. Additionally, the potential bias in AI decision-making and the impact on athletes’ privacy are points of contention.
 
Further Reading:
 
The Olympic AI Agenda
Why Does the Olympics have an AI Agenda?
Three ways AI is changing the 2024 Olympics for athletes and fans

OpenAI’s SearchGPT Going After Google

OpenAI’s new SearchGPT is a prototype that uses real-time web data to improve search results. It aims to provide quick, relevant answers with clear sources, making it easy to follow up with more questions. By partnering with publishers, OpenAI wants to ensure original content gets proper credit. They’re collecting feedback before rolling it out widely. If you’re curious, you can join the waitlist to test it. The goal is to make searching faster and more reliable.

For more details, check out the SearchGPT Prototype homepage.
 
 

Apple Intelligence is Delayed

 
Apple’s new “Apple Intelligence” AI features are hitting a snag and won’t be ready for the initial iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 launch in September 2024. Instead, expect them in updates rolling out later in 2024 or even 2025. These features, designed to summarize notifications and generate content, need more time in the oven for refinement and bug fixes​. This delay is a classic example of why companies should avoid over-promising on tech releases.

Read the full story on Bloomberg.
 
 

Toyota & Stanford: Synchronized Driverless Drift

 
Stanford Engineering and the Toyota Research Institute have developed the first AI-directed, driverless tandem drift team. This ambitious project involves two autonomous vehicles performing synchronized drifting maneuvers, guided solely by AI, GPS, and Wi-Fi. The lead car charts its path without human input, while the chase car mirrors its movements, maintaining a mere 10-inch gap at speeds up to 35 mph. The ultimate goal is to enhance the safety of autonomous driving in urban environments by leveraging the precise control and coordination required for tandem drifting.

 
Read more at Stanford Engineering.
 
 

Government Cracking Down on AI

 
U.S. lawmakers have sent a letter to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, requesting greater transparency and government access to the company’s safety standards and employment practices. The letter, signed by Senate Democrats and an independent, questions the allocation of computing resources for AI safety research and seeks information on OpenAI’s data privacy measures and ethical guidelines. The lawmakers emphasize the importance of government oversight in ensuring responsible AI development and use​.

 
Read the full article on CoinTelegraph.
 

Videos of the Week

The images accompanying the news items in this article were generated in Midjourney using the following prompts:

An Olympic athlete enhanced with a variety of computer devices. Wires, circuits, monitors, diodes, lights

A closeup shot of Steampunk-themed depiction of SearchGPT refining search results in a Victorian-era study. The AI, depicted as a sophisticated automaton, sifts through books and digital screens. The room is filled with intricate gadgets and mechanical devices. Warm, vintage lighting. Highlight the blending of old-world charm with cutting-edge technology, symbolizing the evolution of information retrieval.

A pristine, white egg illuminated from within by a soft, blue glow. X-ray-like imagery reveals a perfectly spherical, mechanical apple shape inside. Intricate steampunk details, such as gears and cogs, form the apple’s core, while a smooth, metallic outer shell maintains its apple-like contour.

A captivating isometric perspective of a vintage-style racing car board game. The game board is adorned with intricate track designs, colorful pit stops, and vibrant die-cast car miniatures. Include detailed close-ups of the game pieces, such as dice, cards, and player tokens. Utilize a playful, retro color palette for a nostalgic feel.

Political cartoon style U.S. lawmakers and OpenAI CEO in a grand, ornate hearing room. Lawmakers are pointing at a large scroll filled with questions and demands while the CEO holds a thick binder labeled “AI Safety Standards.” Bright, exaggerated lighting. Highlight the tension and drama of the government inquiry with a satirical touch, emphasizing the power dynamics and the stakes involved.