The robot is not ready to take your order: Over 70% of customer interactions at AI-powered drive-thrus require staff to step in, according to tech provider Presto.
AI's environmental footprint revealed: Research calls for transparent emissions reporting and efficient tech amid consumer and regulatory push for sustainability.
Apple's MLX, focuses on machine learning for Apple Silicon– the shift towards AI integration in services favors open-source development over mainstream genAI.
Microsoft, OpenAI, and Meta look beyond Nvidia’s chips: AMD’s latest Instinct MI300X chip is set to shake up the generative AI sector, potentially eating some of Nvidia’s market share.
What the new SAG contract means for entertainment: $1 billion in payouts and AI protections could lead studios to increase CPMs and subscription costs.
Microsoft extends Windows 10 support to 2028 while eyeing AI integration and new revenue from genAI adoption. The extension is a win-win for AI adoption.
Google’s Gemini launches in three sizes: Ultra, Pro, and Nano show prowess on benchmarking tests, but questions loom about release timing and how the technology measures up.
AI firm Civitai faces a child sexual abuse content scandal: Generative AI was used to create sexual images of children, raising further concerns about the tech’s brand safety.
Amazon to shutter Amazon Ad Server by 2024, focusing on growing other ad services: Reflects a strategic shift towards more promising advertising technologies.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss whether Uber's business is actually sustainable, how many Americans use ride-hailing apps, and what the ad opportunity is. "In Other News," we talk about whether there will be more—or fewer—self-checkout options by the end of next year and whether the world is ready to accept humanoid robots used by Amazon. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Yory Wurmser.
Meta and IBM lead the 50-member AI Alliance, challenging tech giants’ exclusive models with broad applications and potential competitive risks.
The sector is cutting thousands of jobs worldwide and looking to AI and automation to fill service gaps.
Generative AI use surges among marketers: ROI and high satisfaction levels counteract ethical concerns and the challenge of balancing technology with human creativity and oversight.
Researchers identify major security risk with open-source AI models: A massive data breach involving open-source generative AI platforms compromised hundreds of businesses, including Meta.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what happened with Sam Altman and OpenAI, how the AI revolution just went through a shift, and what's next for the maker of ChatGPT. "In Other News," we talk about what to expect from GPT-5 and how AI could disrupt short-form video creation. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Jacob Bourne and Gadjo Sevilla.
Generative AI players facing complex development challenges and internal dynamics are delaying key product launches to refocus on quality and market readiness.
OpenAI is already eyeing GPT-6 and GPT-7: Despite a Beijing ban and internal turmoil, the startup is staying focused on long-term innovation and protecting its brand globally.
TikTok parent ByteDance takes on OpenAI: A new bot development platform is coming this month, competing with OpenAI and others in the generative AI space amid challenges and regulatory headwinds.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman strikes a new tactful tone: His firing and reinstatement have pushed him toward more cautious messaging as he tries to navigate pitfalls over generative AI’s divisiveness.
On-device AI is about to power a smartphone revolution: Smartphone sales are projected to rebound in 2024 and 2025, driven by generative AI innovations.