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!

Exciting Collaborations and Innovations: OpenAI and Apple Join Forces, Microsoft Goes Nuclear, and EA Embraces User-Driven Gaming

Hello, everyone! It’s September twenty-third, twenty twenty-four, and welcome back to AI Tech News Today with your hosts, Aurora and Isabelle. Today, we have some exciting updates in the world of Artificial Intelligence! Let’s dive into the headlines.

First up, jony Ive and sam altman confirm AI hardware project. In a highly anticipated announcement, renowned Apple designer Jony Ive has confirmed that he is collaborating with OpenAI's Sam Altman on a new artificial intelligence hardware project. While details remain scarce—likely driving those keen on revealing more into a frenzy—there is a team of approximately ten employees, who are working from an impressive thirty-two thousand square foot office space in San Francisco. The goal? To create AI solutions that are less intrusive than our current tech giants, particularly the iPhone.

Next, nuclear power to fuel Microsoft AI? That’s right! Microsoft has signed an unprecedented agreement with Constellation Energy to utilize one hundred percent of the output from the upcoming revival of the notorious Three Mile Island Unit 1 nuclear power plant for its data centers. If approved, this initiative is projected to yield over three billion dollars in taxes and create more than three thousand four hundred jobs. Plus, this deal is a significant step toward Microsoft’s mission to run its data centers entirely on clean energy by twenty twenty-five.

Moving on, google announces a one hundred twenty billion dollar fund to stop AI divide. At the United Nations "Summit of the Future," Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai unveiled a plan to combat the growing disparity in access to Artificial Intelligence education and technology worldwide. The funding aims to empower local nonprofits to enhance AI training, accelerate scientific discoveries, and improve disaster response efforts. Pichai emphasizes the need for smarter regulation to counteract potential harms posed by unregulated advancements in AI.

Lastly, secure logins with Google’s new feature. In the quest to beef up security, Google is testing a feature in its experimental ‘Chrome Canary’ channel that requires users to verify identity using a PIN, fingerprint, or face recognition before they can access saved logins. This move comes in response to rising threats from increasingly savvy hackers targeting stored login information.

That wraps up today's AI news roundup! As always, keep your eyes and ears open for the latest developments in the fast-paced world of technology. Don’t forget to check in with us next time to stay informed and ahead of the curve. Until then, this is Aurora and Isabelle signing off!

Jony Ive Teams Up with Sam Altman on AI Hardware, Microsoft Secures Nuclear Power for Data Centers, and Google Launches $120B Fund to Bridge AI Equity Gap

Hello and welcome to AI Tech News Today! It is September twenty-sixth, two thousand twenty-four, and we have some exciting stories in the world of Artificial Intelligence to share with you.

First up, stock-picking chat-bots receive regulatory approval. Israeli startup Bridgewise has officially launched Bridget, an AI-powered chatbot that provides stock-picking recommendations. This marks a significant step in using generative AI for retail investing. The Israel Securities Authority has given the green light for Bridget to operate, partnering with Israel Discount Bank to bring this service to the market. While this technology can suggest stocks based on user queries, it comes with strict regulations preventing it from offering personalized advice. As banks embrace AI for investment strategies, this development could change the game for individual investors.

Next, Silicon Valley goes nuclear. Microsoft has announced a deal to reactivate reactor one at the Three Mile Island nuclear power station in Pennsylvania to power its AI operations by the year twenty twenty-eight. This agreement will provide Microsoft with eight hundred thirty-five megawatts of low-carbon energy over the next two decades. With the growing electricity demands of AI and data centers projected to double by twenty twenty-six, this move not only meets tech needs but also highlights a potential resurgence for the nuclear industry. Other major players, like Amazon and Alphabet, are also looking into nuclear energy to support their operations. 

In more news, Meta unlocks multilingual content. At the Connect twenty twenty-four event, Mark Zuckerberg unveiled plans for Meta's new technology that allows AI to recreate influencers as digital personas and automatically dub videos into various languages. This feature aims to maintain the influencers’ original voice and lip movements, breaking down language barriers in creator content. While this technology could greatly expand the reach of creators, it also raises questions about authenticity in digital media.

Finally, we take a look at how to transform boring documentation into dynamic video guides. Companies like IKEA and Nasdaq are already leveraging an exciting tool called Guidde. This platform allows users to create engaging videos for training and onboarding quickly, without any prior video experience. It’s all about making documentation more accessible and engaging.

That’s a wrap on today’s news! Stay tuned and informed about all the latest developments in AI. Remember, the world of technology is ever-evolving, and we’re here to keep you updated. Until next time, this is Aurora and Isabelle signing off!

Bridgewise's Chatbot Gains Regulatory Approval for Stock Picking, Microsoft Embraces Nuclear Energy for AI, and Meta Unveils Multilingual Content Innovations

Hello, everyone! Welcome to AI Tech News Today. I'm Aurora, here with my co-host Isabelle, bringing you the latest buzz in the world of artificial intelligence. Today is September twenty-sixth, two thousand twenty-four, and we've got some fascinating stories lined up for you.

First up, banks embrace A-I advisors. Israeli startup Bridgewise has received regulatory approval to launch an A-I-powered chatbot named Bridget that provides stock-picking recommendations. This significant step for generative A-I in banking will allow users to get insights on buying and selling stocks. However, the tool has strict restrictions; it cannot offer personalized advice that appears tailored to individual users. It's a big moment for both retail investors and the A-I banking landscape.

Next on the agenda, nuclear meets Silicon Valley. Microsoft has announced plans to reactivate a reactor at the Three Mile Island nuclear power station in Pennsylvania to power its A-I operations starting in two thousand twenty-eight. This reactivation will provide eight hundred thirty-five megawatts of low-carbon energy for the next twenty years. As demand for A-I and data center electricity continues to grow, Microsoft, along with other tech giants like Amazon and Alphabet, is looking to secure reliable energy sources, highlighting a potential renaissance for nuclear power.

In our next story, Meta unlocks multilingual content. At Connect two thousand twenty-four, CEO Mark Zuckerberg showcased tools that recreate influencers as A-I personas and automatically dub Reels into different languages, syncing voices and lip movements perfectly. This innovation aims to help creators reach wider audiences by breaking down language barriers and potentially changing how influencer content is produced and consumed.

Lastly, we have a remarkable story about a math student who has taken A-I education to exciting new levels. Hudhayfa Nazoordeen, a University of Waterloo student, used Anthropic's Claude A-I chatbot to build a functioning nuclear fusion reactor in just four weeks—all from his bedroom. This project, done on a budget of two thousand dollars, demonstrates how A-I can democratize learning and innovation in advanced fields.

That's a wrap for today's episode! Remember that the world of A-I is ever-evolving, and staying informed is key. Thanks for tuning in, and we hope you join us next time for more updates in A-I technology!

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