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Today we will discuss-

• 🤖U.S. launches safety consortium to address AI risks

• ✨Google's AI chatbot Bard gets a makeover

•  ⚖️Putin weighs in on risks, future of AI

• 🤩13 fantastic AI tools you might not have heard of

All this and more - Let's dive in!

👩‍🍳What’s cooking in the newsroom?

Biden Administration announces 200-member consortium dedicated to AI safety

🕴🏻News - The Biden administration announced the establishment of the U.S. AI Safety Institute Consortium (AISIC) on 8 February. 

This initiative aims to bring together AI developers, academics, government and industry experts, and civil society groups to ensure the safe and trustworthy development of artificial intelligence technology.

🥸Key details - 

• The consortium will operate under the U.S. AI Safety Institute (USAISI) and will assist in fulfilling the priority actions specified in President Biden's Executive Order; such as developing guidelines for red-teaming, capability evaluations, risk management, safety and security, and watermarking synthetic content.

• The consortium, representing the largest collection of test and evaluation teams to date, will be tasked with laying the groundwork for a fresh approach to measuring AI safety.

• Comprising over 200 member companies and organizations at the forefront of developing cutting-edge AI systems, the consortium's key participants include industry giants like OpenAI, Google, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, Anthropic, Apple, and Nvidia.

• The consortium will also include state and local governments, non-profit organizations, and collaborate with like-minded nations to develop interoperable and effective safety tools worldwide.

Google rebrands Bard AI as Gemini, launches new app and paid subscription

🤓News - On 8 February, Google announced a major rebranding of its AI chatbot and assistant, Bard. Now known as Gemini, the platform offers a fresh app and subscription options, positioning itself as a key rival to OpenAI's ChatGPT.

Android users can download a new dedicated Android app for Gemini, while iPhone users can access Gemini through the Google app on iOS.

😺What's more? Google also introduced a new subscription option for users interested in accessing Gemini Ultra 1.0, Google’s most advanced AI model. This access is available for $19.99 monthly via Google One, the company's paid storage service, with a two-month free trial included. 

For existing Google One subscribers, the $19.99 fee includes their existing storage plans, so Google frames it as just a $10 monthly increase for those users. Additionally, those who opt for the AI subscription will gain access to Gemini's assistant features across Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Meet.

These new rollouts are available to users in over 150 countries and territories but are currently limited to English. Google plans to add more language options in the near future, starting with Japanese and Korean, followed by other languages.

Russian President Vladimir Putin discusses progress, risks and future of AI

🎙️News - In an interview on 9 February, Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed matters concerning war and peace in Ukraine, as well as the risks associated with advancements in genetics and artificial intelligence, and concerns about the prospect of a world war.

🫣What are his thoughts on AI?

• Putin commented that the pace of change in the world exceeds that seen during the collapse of the Roman Empire, highlighting advancements in genetic research and artificial intelligence as indicators of this rapid transformation.

• He suggested that geneticists have the capability to create a "superman" and jokingly remarked about Elon Musk implanting a chip into a human brain.

• He argued that the limitless and unchecked advancement of artificial intelligence, genetics, or other modern trends cannot be halted, comparing it to the historical inability to conceal gunpowder from humanity.

• However, he emphasized the necessity for humanity to think about its response to the advancements in genetics and artificial intelligence, cautioning that these developments could soon pose a threat to humanity at large.

• To this end, he mentioned that there would soon come a time for interstate negotiations on how to regulate these advancements, adding that the nuclear arms control treaties of the Cold War could serve as a guide in this regard.

👩🏼‍💻What else is happening?

• White House to 'cryptographically verify' videos of Joe Biden so viewers don't mistake them for deepfakes

• FCC bans AI voices in unsolicited robocalls

• OpenAI’s Sam Altman seeking trillions to fund chips for AI

• Instagram may soon let you write messages with help of AI

• Baidu partners with Lenovo in third China AI smartphone deal

🚀AI blockchain projects

• Fetch.ai (FET) is an AI-powered decentralized platform that aims to automate economic activity. It uses a combination of AI and blockchain technology to create a more efficient and transparent marketplace.

• dKargo (DKA) is a blockchain-based logistics platform that uses AI to improve the efficiency of supply chains. It allows shippers to track their shipments, and it also provides a platform for logistics providers to optimize their routes.

• Alethea AI (ALI) is a project that is developing a decentralized platform for creating and sharing AI-generated content. It uses AI to create realistic and engaging content, and it also provides a platform for users to interact with AI-generated content.

👩🏼‍🚒Discover mind-blowing AI tools

1. Kaedim - An AI-powered tool that enables users to generate high-definition 3D models from 2D images

2. Zarla - An AI-powered website builder that helps users create beautiful websites in seconds

3. Papertalk - An AI-powered platform that simplifies the understanding of research papers

4. Abacus.AI - A data science platform that enables the building and deployment of applied AI at scale

5. Hexometer - A website monitoring tool that works 24/7 to detect and resolve issues before they impact businesses

6. Siwalu - AI-based animal recognition apps, including Dog Scanner, Cat Scanner, and Horse Scanner

7. Chord ai - Uses AI technology to provide chords, beats, and other musical information for any song

8. Wade and Wendy - A platform that provides a personal career guide and assistance for job seekers

9. Snack Prompt - Enhances your ChatGPT experience by providing a wide range of curated prompts

10. MonkeyLearn - A no-code text analytics platform that helps businesses quickly analyze customer feedback

11. ClipDish - A recipe bookmarking app that eliminates visual clutter and saves only the essential ingredients and instructions

12. AIHairStyles - A hairstyle generator that allows users to discover new hairstyles by uploading a selfie

13. Kive - An image library and creative collaboration platform that helps teams to quickly find, organize photos and videos

📚AI-based books

• Our Final Invention by James Barrat - The book delves into the potential risks and consequences of advanced AI. It raises important questions about the coexistence of humans and highly intelligent AI.

• The Sentient Robot by Rupert Robson - The book explores the idea of creating AI that possesses consciousness and the potential implications of such technology. It’s a must-read for people who love science-fiction.

• The Age of Spiritual Machines by Ray Kurzweil - The book explores the potential of artificial intelligence to revolutionize our lives, from the way we work to the way we think about ourselves. It presents a thought-provoking vision of the future, discussing both the promises and challenges that may arise as AI continues to advance.