Hello and welcome to AI Tech News Today! I'm Aurora, joined by my co-host Isabelle. Today, we discuss some exciting updates in the world of artificial intelligence, so let’s jump right in!

OpenAI’s Sam Altman and Apple’s Jony Ive announce AI hardware device. In a surprising collaboration, Jony Ive, former chief designer at Apple, has teamed up with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to create a new AI-powered device. The duo aims to develop a computing experience that is less disruptive than the iPhone, with a focus on seamlessly handling complex user requests using generative A-I. The project is already backed by private funding, with plans to raise an impressive one billion dollars by the end of the year. 

Microsoft fuels AI ambitions with nuclear. Microsoft has signed a major twenty-year deal with Constellation Energy to reopen the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania. This eco-friendly initiative will provide carbon-free energy for Microsoft’s data centers, essential for supporting its growing AI and cloud computing operations. This move underscores the increasing power demands of technology and sets a trend for other companies in the tech industry to seek sustainable energy solutions amidst expanding A-I capabilities.

Edit images in real-time with Krea and FLUX. If you're into image editing, Krea A-I has rolled out a new feature called Flux, which allows users to edit and generate images in real-time. This platform not only improves your editing experience but also provides a generous free tier for new users. It’s a game-changer for anyone looking to enhance their creativity without the hassle of traditional editing tools.

Electronic Arts reveals AI-powered video game creation. Electronic Arts, also known as EA, has unveiled an innovative concept for user-generated video game content. Their "Imagination to Creation" project allows players to build and modify game worlds using voice commands, eliminating the need for coding skills. Leveraging a vast database of existing game assets, EA could redefine the way players interact with their favorite games, potentially revolutionizing the gaming industry.

In new tools and jobs news, a collection of five new artificial intelligence tools has emerged this week, including a no-code platform for building applications, and a tool that transcribes and summarizes meetings. Meanwhile, several companies are hiring, including Kumo and Meta, looking for software engineers and marketing insights researchers respectively.

That wraps up today's AI news update! Stay informed about these developments and more, as artificial intelligence continues to shape our future. Until next time, keep exploring the fascinating world of A-I!

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