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The SEC Newgate AI Weekly

AI Concept
By Abbey Crawford
21 September 2023
Digital and Insight
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Welcome back to our weekly AI briefing where we provide you with the most recent advancements in the realm of artificial intelligence. AI is swiftly reshaping our lifestyles, professions, and the way we engage with our surroundings. Every Thursday, we'll deliver a carefully curated assortment of captivating narratives from the AI universe.

Winter is coming: Game of Thrones author sues OpenAI over copyright

Authors George RR Martin and John Grisham, along with other prominent writers, are suing OpenAI for alleged copyright infringement, claiming their books were used without permission to train ChatGPT and similar AI models. The lawsuit, brought by the Authors Guild, accuses OpenAI of "systematic theft on a mass scale." This case highlights concerns about AI's potential to displace human-authored content in the media industry. While the authors seek compensation, legal experts suggest proving copyright infringement may be a complex task.

Gemini: Google's AI star on the rise

At the 2023 Google conference, CEO Sundar Pichai unveiled Gemini, an upcoming AI powerhouse developed by Google DeepMind. Gemini is poised to take on OpenAI's ChatGPT, combining text and image capabilities with the potential for memory and reasoning functions. Powered by Google's Pathways infrastructure, it could become the largest language model ever created. With promising early results, Gemini aims to transform daily life as a universal personal assistant.

In the same vein, Meta is entering the fray with its own AI model, representing a noteworthy advancement in natural language processing and the seamless integration of AI into our everyday routines. This move aligns with Google's overarching vision of making AI accessible to billions.

Bard's power boost: Google integration takes collaboration to the next level

Bard is now more versatile than it has ever been! Now, it's seamlessly synced with your Google apps and services, making it a powerhouse for tailored responses. Need to plan a trip or spruce up your resume? Bard's got it all in one smooth conversation. With the "Google it" feature, you can double-check its answers with a single click. With features expanding to over 40 languages, Bard is your go-to AI for efficient and accurate collaboration. Powered by the enhanced PaLM 2 model, it's ready to bring your ideas to life.

DALL-E 3: Artistry enhanced with ChatGPT and Safety

OpenAI has unveiled the third iteration of its generative AI visual art platform, DALL-E3. This new version boasts improved contextual understanding, addressing issues from previous iterations. This powerful tool lets you collaborate effortlessly with ChatGPT, streamlining the process of generating prompts for your artistic creations. But it's not just about convenience; OpenAI takes safety seriously, partnering with red team experts and deploying input classifiers to ensure the content remains pristine. Initially available to ChatGPT Plus and Enterprise users, DALL-E 3 will soon expand its reach to research labs and API services. Moreover, it respects the rights of artists, offering an opt-out option to safeguard creative ownership and navigate copyright concerns. DALL-E 3 epitomises accessible, responsible, and imaginative AI artistry.