Palmer Luckey’s journey from founding Oculus to cofounding Anduril seemed like a long shot when he first entered the defense industry in 2017. However, seven years later, Anduril has proven itself as a formidable competitor to the established defense contractors that dominate the market. The recent selection of Anduril, alongside General Atomics, for a groundbreaking
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Elon Musk’s xAI startup recently announced a monumental $6 billion round of funding from renowned venture capital firms and investors such as Valor Equity Partners, Vy Capital, Andreessen Horowitz (A16z), Sequoia Capital, Fidelity Management & Research Company, Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal, and Kingdom Holding. This significant investment has been raised at a pre-money valuation of
As technology continues to advance, new opportunities arise along with new threats. When it comes to cutting-edge technologies like generative AI, distinguishing between potential benefits and risks can be challenging. One prevalent topic of discussion in the realm of AI is the concept of hallucination. Initially, there was a widespread belief that hallucination in AI
Recent advancements in string theory research have brought about a new era of exploration and discovery. One of the most groundbreaking developments comes from a group led by string theory veterans Burt Ovrut of the University of Pennsylvania and Andre Lukas of Oxford. This group has harnessed the power of machine learning to calculate intricate
One of the most memorable moments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe occurred when Black Widow, played by Scarlett Johansson, showcased her heroism in The Avengers. Despite not having any superpowers, Black Widow’s portrayal as a skilled and fearless Avenger resonated with audiences worldwide. However, it wasn’t until 2021 that Black Widow got her own standalone
The development of artificial intelligence has seen significant progress in recent years, particularly evident in the evolution of AI models like ChatGPT and Phi-3-mini. Where once these models could only be accessed through the cloud due to their immense size, today they are becoming more compact and efficient, capable of running on devices as humble
OpenAI’s recent use of sound-alike technology to develop a chatbot voice has sparked debates among legal experts regarding the boundaries of impersonation and imitation. While some argue that the superficial similarity between the generated voice and that of a celebrity like Scarlett Johansson may not be enough to warrant a right-of-publicity claim, others question the
Gone are the days of tedious photo bombing removal techniques. Adobe has revolutionized the world of photo editing with its new artificial intelligence-powered Generative Remove feature in Lightroom. This cutting-edge technology makes it incredibly simple to eliminate unwanted elements from your photos, whether you’re on your desktop, mobile device, or web browser. Unlike traditional methods
In the bustling city of Ajmer, Rajasthan, local politician Shakti Singh Rathore found himself being introduced to the world of deepfakes on a scorching April afternoon. This encounter marked a new chapter in Indian politics as Rathore sat down in front of a greenscreen to shoot a short video, nervous yet intrigued. Deepfakes, the phenomenon
In a surprising turn of events, OpenAI has confirmed that its “superalignment team” no longer exists. This team, which was established to prepare for the emergence of highly intelligent AI systems, has been disbanded following the departures of key researchers and leaders. Among those who have left the company are Ilya Sutskever, OpenAI’s chief scientist