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The Knowledge Jar AI Community Rewind: October 13th, 2024
Tutorial Series - CoPilot with Microsoft Word
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AI Powered Document Creation Secrets You Never Knew Existed Discover the power of Microsoft Copilot in Word and learn how to easily create documents! In this comprehensive tutorial, we'll walk you through the essential features and functionalities of Microsoft Copilot, demonstrating how it can transform your writing process. |
Microsoft Word AI Magic Edits Your Text INSTANTLY In this video, we’ll guide you step-by-step on how to edit text and adjust tone like a professional effortlessly. Whether drafting emails, creating reports, or writing essays, Microsoft Copilot can enhance your writing experience and elevate your documents. |
Microsoft Word Tables Made EASY with Copilot! In this tutorial video, we will show you how to effortlessly convert text into a table using Microsoft Copilot in Microsoft Word. Whether you’re organizing data for a report, creating structured lists, or presenting information clearly, Microsoft Copilot makes the process quick and easy. |
Learn How to Turns TEXT Into a PODCAST with AI Claude Artifacts is now free for everyone, and it's one of my favorite AI tools. In this video, I'll show you some really interesting and practical use cases for it. |
Tesla Unveils Cybercab Robotaxi and Surprise Robovan at $30K Price Point
Tesla has finally revealed its long-awaited Cybercab robotaxi, a fully autonomous vehicle based on the Cybertruck design, with a projected price tag of $30,000. In a surprise move, the company also introduced the Robovan, a larger autonomous vehicle designed for cargo transport and ride-sharing services, showcasing Tesla's commitment to expanding its self-driving vehicle lineup.
AI Glasses Raise Privacy Concerns as Students Create 'I-Xray' System
Students at Carnegie Mellon University developed an AI system called "I-Xray" that can identify individuals and access their personal information using smart glasses. This technology has sparked debates about privacy and ethical concerns, as it could potentially be used for malicious purposes like stalking or harassment.
OpenAI Considers For-Profit Restructure to Maintain Independence
OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is reportedly exploring restructuring to become a for-profit public benefit corporation, aiming to protect itself from potential hostile takeovers and outside interference. This move comes after the company recently raised $6.6 billion in funding to avoid bankruptcy, with the restructure potentially allowing OpenAI to retain its non-profit mission while gaining more financial flexibility
Pioneers in AI and Neural Networks Win 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics has been awarded to John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton for their groundbreaking work in artificial intelligence and neural networks. Their research, which laid the foundation for modern machine learning and deep learning systems, has been recognized for its profound impact on various fields, including image and speech recognition.
Zoom Introduces AI Avatars to Attend Meetings on Your Behalf
Zoom has unveiled a new AI feature that creates digital avatars capable of attending meetings in place of users, with the ability to speak and interact. This technology, which can generate responses based on meeting context and the user's communication style, aims to help people manage multiple meetings simultaneously but raises questions about the authenticity of virtual interactions.
Penn State Researchers Develop AI-Powered Electronic Tongue for Food Analysis
Penn State researchers have created an electronic tongue that uses artificial intelligence to accurately identify and classify various liquids, including different types of milk, sodas, and coffee blends, as well as detect food spoilage. The device, combining a graphene-based sensor with a neural network, achieved over 95% accuracy when it was allowed to define its assessment parameters, providing insights into AI decision-making processes and potential applications in food safety and medical diagnostics.
AMD Challenges Nvidia with New AI Chip, Promising Superior Performance
AMD has unveiled its latest AI chip, the MI300X, claiming it outperforms Nvidia's H100 GPU in key AI tasks while consuming less power. The new chip, which combines CPU and GPU capabilities, is set to be available in data centers by the end of the year, potentially disrupting Nvidia's dominance in the AI hardware market.
Silicon Valley Divided on AI Weapons' Autonomy in Lethal Decision-Making
A debate is brewing in Silicon Valley over the role of AI in autonomous weapons, with some tech leaders open to considering fully autonomous systems while others advocate for human oversight in lethal decisions. This discussion reflects broader concerns about maintaining military advantage, particularly against potential adversaries like China and Russia, while grappling with the ethical implications of AI-powered weapons capable of independently deciding to take human life.
Study Reveals Jobs Most Vulnerable to AI Replacement
A new study by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania and OpenAI has identified the jobs most at risk of being replaced by artificial intelligence, with telemarketers, teachers, and accountants topping the list. The research, which analyzed over 800 occupations, found that jobs requiring high levels of social intelligence, creativity, and physical dexterity are least likely to be automated, while those involving routine cognitive tasks are most vulnerable to AI disruption.
Amazon Launches AI Tool to Streamline Package Deliveries for Driver
Amazon has introduced an AI-powered tool called Vision Assisted Package Retrieval (VAPR) that helps delivery drivers quickly identify and retrieve packages in their vans by projecting a green light on the correct items. Set to be deployed in 1,000 electric delivery vans by early 2025, VAPR aims to reduce delivery times significantly, saving drivers over 30 minutes per route while enhancing delivery accuracy.
Ex-Amazon Executive Dave Clark Secures $100M for AI-Powered Supply Chain Startup
Dave Clark, former CEO of Amazon's worldwide consumer division and Flexport, has launched a new company called Auger with a $100 million seed round led by Oak HC/FT. Auger aims to develop an AI-powered tool that integrates with existing inventory management platforms to provide real-time insights for supply chain-dependent businesses, addressing the fragmentation and inefficiencies in current supply chain management systems.
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