In today’s Quick Serve of AI news:
Today’s AI Headlines
Adobe Firefly’s New AI Video Model Coming Soon
Adobe’s Firefly AI platform will soon feature a “Video Model” that allows users to generate short videos from text and images. Read more
Biden Administration Engages AI Leaders for Development Talks
Top officials met with executives from OpenAI, Nvidia, Microsoft, and others to discuss AI industry needs, focusing on infrastructure, workforce, and public-private collaboration. Utility companies also joined to address electricity requirements. Read more
Technology in Healthcare Education: VR and AI
Advanced tech like AI and VR are transforming healthcare education, allowing for immersive learning experiences and easy access to resources and experts. Read more
Department of Energy Seeks Input on AI Development
The DOE is requesting public input to support its AI initiative, Frontiers in AI for Science, Security, and Technology (FASST), aiming to harness AI for various applications. Read more
Defense Innovation Unit’s AI Initiative Enhances Maritime Awareness
DIU has successfully tested AI systems to improve maritime domain awareness for the U.S. Navy, tackling challenges related to data sharing and autonomy in unmanned systems. Read more
Mastercard Acquires AI Threat Intelligence Company Recorded Future
Mastercard has acquired Recorded Future for $2.65 billion to boost its cybersecurity capabilities. This acquisition enhances Mastercard’s ability to detect real-time threats using AI-powered analytics. Read more
Meta Adjusts AI Labeling for Edited Content
Meta will move its AI info label for edited content on its platforms to the post’s menu, while still displaying the AI label for fully AI-generated content directly under user names. Read more
Right-Wing Media Spreads Misinformation with AI Content
Right-wing influencers have used misleading and AI-generated content to support a false rumor about Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio, causing community unrest and misinformation. Read more
AI Tools Protect Power Grid Amid Rising Climate Risks
Utility companies are adopting AI technology to monitor and maintain power lines, aiming to mitigate risks posed by fires, storms, and other climate-related threats. Read more
MTV VMAs Use AI Tech for On-Demand Shopping
Fans can shop for looks seen at the MTV VMAs using Shopsense AI’s technology, which identifies and suggests similar outfits available from online retailers. Read more
Google’s Gemini Live AI Now Free for Android Users
Google has made its Gemini Live AI chat tool available for free to all Android users, enabling natural language interactions and in-depth conversations. Read more
