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Apple has released eight open-source AI language models, collectively named OpenELM. These models are designed to operate directly on devices, marking a significant shift from the traditional cloud-based AI systems. The OpenELM models are divided into two categories. Four of them are “pretrained,” essentially raw, next-token versions of the model. The remaining four are instruction-tuned, fine-tuned for instruction following, making them ideal for developing AI assistants and chatbots. These models are not just proof-of-concept research models. They could potentially form the foundation of future on-device AI offerings from Apple. The models range from 270 million to 3 billion parameters, making them much smaller than many existing AI models. Apple’s innovative approach with OpenELM includes a “layer-wise scaling strategy” that reportedly allocates parameters more efficiently across each layer. This not only saves computational resources but also enhances the model’s performance while being trained on fewer tokens. The models are currently available on the Hugging Face Hub under an Apple Sample Code License. While there are some restrictions in the license, the source code for OpenELM is readily available. This move by Apple mirrors efforts by other tech giants to create useful small AI language models that can run locally. It’s a significant step towards making AI more accessible and efficient, and it opens up new possibilities for on-device AI applications. What are your thoughts on this development? Do you think on-device AI is the future of artificial intelligence? Share your views in the comments below. Read more: https://huggingface.co/apple/OpenELM https://applemagazine.com/apple-introduces-openelm-open-source-ai-models-for-on-device-use/65059 https://www.macrumors.com/2024/04/24/apple-ai-open-source-models/ https://www.theinformation.com/briefings/apple-releases-small-open-source-ai-models-for-on-device-applications Image: Rimidolove | Dreamstime.com

Adobe, the maker of Photoshop and Premiere Pro, is reportedly acquiring videos to train its new AI tool, a text-to-video generator. The software giant’s venture into the AI-generated video content field is seen as a response to the growing demand for such technology. Designed to generate videos based on textual input, Adobe’s ambitious project aims to compete with OpenAI’s Sora. The company is leveraging its network of artists and photographers to source assets for AI training. However, the rates offered have been criticized as being relatively low, considering the potential value of the AI models. The company’s approach involves offering artists around $3 (according to Bloomberg)—and up to $7.25—per minute of video to be used as training data. This strategy, however, has raised eyebrows as the artists are likely not going to be credited for their work nor receive subsequent royalties. The question of ethics in AI training data acquisition is thus brought to the forefront. Adobe’s foray into AI-generated video content, while innovative, raises important questions about the value of creative work in the age of AI. How do you think artists should be compensated for their contributions to AI training? Share your thoughts below. Read more: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-10/adobe-is-buying-video-clips-for-3-per-minute-to-build-ai-model https://www.pcmag.com/news/adobe-buying-videos-train-sora-competitor https://www.zdnet.com/article/adobe-is-buying-videos-to-train-its-new-ai-generator-but-are-they-paying-enough/ Image: J P | Dreamstime.com

In a bold move to challenge Nvidia’s supremacy in the AI market, Intel has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence chip, Gaudi 3. This strategic step is seen as Intel’s most promising attempt yet to compete with Nvidia, a company that currently dominates the AI market with an estimated 80% share. Intel’s Gaudi 3 is not just another chip in the market. It is designed to be twice as power-efficient and can run AI models one-and-a-half times faster than Nvidia’s H100 GPU. This new chip comes in various configurations, such as a bundle of eight Gaudi 3 chips on one motherboard or a card that can slot into existing systems. The unveiling of Gaudi 3 is a direct response to Nvidia’s dominance in the AI chip market. Nvidia has earned its $2.2 trillion market cap by producing AI chips that have become the lifeblood powering the new era of generative AI developers. Intel’s new chip is seen as a significant step towards breaking Nvidia’s grip on the AI market. Intel’s Gaudi 3 is expected to be available to customers in the third quarter. Companies including Dell, HP, and Lenovo are set to build systems with these chips. With this new chip, Intel is not just trying to catch up with Nvidia but also aiming to bring a bigger windfall for the industry. Will Intel’s Gaudi 3 be able to disrupt the AI chip market? Share your views in the comments below. Read more: https://www.intc.com/news-events/press-releases/detail/1689/intel-unleashes-enterprise-ai-with-gaudi-3-ai-open-systems https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/09/intel-unveils-gaudi-3-ai-chip-as-nvidia-competition-heats-up-.html https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-09/intel-unveils-new-ai-accelerator-chip-in-bid-to-gain-on-nvidia Image: Intel

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already reshaping the global workforce, according to a recent survey by Adecco. The survey reveals that AI could lead to a significant reduction in workforce numbers over the next five years. This finding underscores the profound impact AI is expected to have on the workplace. The survey, conducted among senior executives at 2,000 large companies worldwide, found that 41% of respondents anticipate having smaller workforces due to the implementation of AI technology. This trend is not limited to any specific sector or region, with businesses across various industries and countries sharing similar expectations. Generative AI, capable of creating text, photos, and videos in response to open-ended prompts, is seen as both a potential eliminator of repetitive tasks and a possible cause of job obsolescence. Tech giants like Google and Microsoft have already begun to shift their focus towards AI systems, resulting in a wave of layoffs. However, it’s not all doom and gloom. The Adecco survey echoes a 2023 World Economic Forum study, which suggested that while 25% of companies expected AI to trigger job losses, 50% anticipated the technology would create new roles. Adecco CEO Denis Machuel believes that the impact of AI on jobs will be balanced, with the digital world creating as many jobs as it destroys. Despite the industry-changing potential of AI, most senior executives surveyed admitted they have not made enough progress in adopting the technology. This highlights the need for companies to prepare for the AI revolution by training their staff to work with AI, rather than relying solely on recruiting specialists from outside. How prepared are we for the changes that AI will bring to our workplaces? We’d love to hear your thoughts on this. Read more: https://edition.cnn.com/2024/04/05/business/ai-job-losses/index.html https://www.reuters.com/technology/ai-seen-cutting-worker-numbers-survey-by-staffing-company-adecco-shows-2024-04-05/ https://www.verdict.co.uk/ai-could-decrease-hiring-in-the-next-five-years-adecco-survey Image: Arsenii Palivoda | Dreamstime.com

Images generated on Midjourney. The image on the left is the original master, and those on the right are the new variants. Early test outputs do not yet look perfect (hands!) but provide a promising preview of its capabilities. Midjourney, the popular AI image generating service has recently unveiled a groundbreaking feature that allows users to generate consistent characters across different images. With this advancement, one can’t help but wonder: How will this new feature shape the future of AI-generated imagery? What impact will it have on the creative process of artists and storytellers? We would love to hear your thoughts on this development. Read more: https://venturebeat.com/ai/midjourney-debuts-feature-for-generating-consistent-characters-across-multiple-gen-ai-images/ https://www.news9live.com/technology/tech-news/midjourney-new-feature-consistent-characters-ai-art-2463605 https://absolutenews.com/midjourney-ai-introduces-game-changing-character-consistency-feature-unleash-the-power-of-consistent-characters-with-this-new-ai-innovation/

Video screenshot via Unitree Robotics Elon Musk once reassured humans that they would still be quick-footed enough to “run away from” Tesla’s robot, Optimus. Well, we hate to break it to you, but it’s time to start training at the park to pick up your everyday speed. Read full article

Image generated on AI Don’t you miss the days of speaking to a familiar voice on the phone and feeling safe? And by safe, we mean that you’re absolutely sure they’re not an AI impersonation? Well, a new con where scammers are using artificial intelligence to mimic the voices of loved ones is on the rise, tricking victims into believing their friends or family are in trouble. Read full article

Image generated on AI Artificial intelligence art models like Midjourney and Stable Diffusion are often on the receiving end of allegations of copyright infringement, but rarely do they point the finger at one another like that Spider-Man meme. Tensions are now high between the industry’s greatest players, with Midjourney purportedly suspecting Stability AI of pilfering valuable data. Read full article

Electronic Arts (EA), a leading player in the gaming industry, is making headlines with its ambitious plans to leverage generative AI (GenAI) to revolutionize its operations. The company’s CEO, Andrew Wilson, has been vocal about the potential of this technology to drive efficiency and expand the player base. EA aims to use GenAI to become 30% more efficient as a company. With game development time on the rise, the company believes that AI can significantly reduce the time and resources required. For instance, the construction of a stadium for a sports game, which previously took six months, could be reduced to just six weeks or even six days. In addition to efficiency, EA is also eyeing expansion. The company plans to use AI to make games more immersive and personalized, thereby attracting more players. Wilson believes that GenAI could help grow EA’s player network of roughly 700 million users by at least 50%. The use of personalized content could also increase monetization by 10-20%. However, these AI advancements come at a time when EA has recently announced layoffs of about 670 employees. This has raised questions about whether the increased efficiency brought about by GenAI could lead to further job losses. What are your thoughts on EA’s plans to use GenAI? Do you think the benefits of increased efficiency and expansion outweigh the potential job losses? We’d love to hear your views. Read more: https://www.gamedeveloper.com/production/ea-ceo-60-percent-of-dev-processes-could-be-impacted-by-generative-ai- https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/ea-says-generative-ai-could-make-it-30-more-efficient-and-boost-monetisation-by-up-20-over-5-years/ https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ea-says-ai-will-drive-microtransaction-sales-help-games-get-made-faster-no-comment-on-human-impact/1100-6521669/ Top image: 777ers | Dreamstime.com

Images courtesy of Adobe Express Adobe is bringing a powerful new tool to your phone’s arsenal: the Adobe Express mobile app. This beta release will bring sought-after artificial intelligence-powered capabilities to your most immediate device, ensuring you can get creative wherever you are. Read full article

Image generated on AI Got a niggling feeling that your artificially intelligent assistant might know more about you than it lets on? That may not be the program talking, but a worm. With the breakneck advances in technology, researchers are exploring this unsettling scenario and have developed ‘Morris II’, a self-replicating AI malware that targets generative applications like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini Pro, and the open-source LLaVA large language model. Read full article

Image via Wix Wix is known for its no-code website tools, but for those who are looking for more immediacy, the tech world has a new hero in its corner: the AI Website Builder. Leveraging artificial intelligence, this new text-to-site tool is designed to make building a portfolio or online store as easy as having a conversation, opening up the tech landscape to anyone, regardless of skills. Read full article

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Image via Spotify Spotify is tuning into the universe’s frequencies with a Song Psychic, promising to answer life’s pressing questions through the mystical art of fortune-telling and the power of song. Whether you’re pondering your future, curious about life’s mysteries, or just wondering what to wear or eat today, Song Psychic is ready to spin the records of fate for you. To experience this musical oracle, users simply need to head to spotify.com/songpsychic on their mobile devices. Once there, they can pose their questions—ranging from romantic dilemmas like “Does my crush like me?” to everyday conundrums such as “What should I have for lunch?”—and wait for this magic eight ball of sorts to reveal the soundtrack to their query. Read full article

Image generated on AI Adobe is hitting high notes with generative artificial intelligence, and not just with the text-to-image Firefly. Its research team, in collaboration with researchers from the University of California, San Diego, has just introduced Project Music GenAI Control, tuning up to streamline audio and music creation. Read full article