Adobe launches AI model for text-to-video generation
Adobe on Monday announced the public rollout of its innovative AI model capable of generating video content from text prompts, positioning itself within the burgeoning landscape of generative artificial intelligence aimed at revolutionising film and television production. The newly launched Firefly Video Model will compete with existing technologies such as
ChatGPT may hinder student learning despite improved practice performance
Does AI truly aid student learning? A recent study conducted in Turkey offers a cautionary perspective on the role of AI in education. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania found that Turkish high school students who used ChatGPT while practicing math problems performed worse on subsequent math tests than those
Can AI chatbots replace human meantal health therapists?
In 2022, computer science researcher Estelle Smith turned to a mental health chatbot named Woebot after finding her professional therapist ineffective. Although Woebot refused to address Smith’s suicidal prompts, directing her to seek professional help, it responded encouragingly to her thoughts about climbing and jumping off a cliff, praising her
Cabinet Division issues advisory for safe use of AI apps
Cabinet Division issues advisory to safeguard sensitive data from AI apps. The Cabinet Division has issued an advisory highlighting the potential risks of data theft from ChatGPT and other AI applications. The advisory highlights caution in using these technologies to protect sensitive information, personal data, and business details from cyber
Navigating AI in hiring: tips for job seekers
WEB DESK: In today’s digital age, artificial intelligence (AI) has permeated nearly every aspect of our lives, including the job market. A notable statistic reveals that nearly every Fortune 500 company utilizes AI screening tools for hiring, with an anticipated 40 per cent of all companies set to implement AI
Elon Musk threatens iPhone ban over Apple’s ChatGPT integration
WEB DESK: Elon Musk has launched a blistering attack on Apple’s recent announcement of integrating OpenAI’s ChatGPT into the iPhone, threatening to prohibit the use of iPhones at his companies, including Tesla and SpaceX. In a post on his platform X, Elon Musk declared, “If Apple integrates OpenAI at the
Can ChatGPT match human intelligence?
WEB DESK: In a recent interview with the Financial Times, Yann LeCun, the head of artificial intelligence at Meta, expressed skepticism regarding the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) to attain human levels of planning and reasoning. LLMs, which power popular generative AI tools such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Meta’s Llama, and
ChatGPT to lose its voice
OpenAI has announced plans to remove one of the voices used by ChatGPT after users noted its striking resemblance to Hollywood actress Scarlett Johansson. This similarity drew parallels to the 2013 film Her, in which Johansson voices an AI assistant. The comparisons emerged when users experienced the “Sky” voice option
OpenAI unveils new AI model as competition heats up
WEB DESK – On Monday, OpenAI announced the release of GPT-4o, a new AI model capable of realistic voice conversations and interactions across text and image. This move aims to keep OpenAI ahead in the competitive race to dominate emerging AI technology. Advanced Voice Capabilities GPT-4o’s new audio features enable
Google plans to introduce paid AI features
Google's plan to offer paid AI features aligns with tough competition from players like OpenAI, a Microsoft-backed startup behind ChatGPT.
