Artificial Intelligence

Email is the testing ground for AI in advertising: Mailchimp is the latest email marketing platform to launch AI features for clients.

Predictably, AI chatbots are causing a spam explosion: Social platforms are reporting higher-than-usual spam from generative AI.

Uncertainty looms over ad industry, producing a loss of 2,100 jobs in March: As AI advances and regulations toughen, agencies are caught in a difficult position.

Japan’s government might get a customized ChatGPT: OpenAI CEO’s trip to the island nation illustrates the company’s plan for tailored AI chatbots to extend its reach. It might pay off.

While AI innovations have the potential to turn Big Tech upside down, it’s more likely we’ll see a race between existing champions over which suite of tools will become commonplace for marketers. Here are five charts showing the state of generative AI.

Nearly half (49%) of US adults are interested in AI-powered online search capabilities, per Morning Consult. Other popular applications of AI technology include recipes, roadside assistance, smart assistants, and product design based on consumer trends.

ChatGPT makes smart glasses even smarter, maybe: Innovative Eyewear’s new Lucyd app lets you talk to the AI chatbot through your eyeglasses, even while driving.

On today's episode, we discuss early initiatives to integrate generative AI into healthcare, the ways in which ChatGPT in healthcare could become a huge liability, and how chatbots can boost patient engagement. "In Other News," we talk about how to turn bad reviews into positive change and how ChristianaCare's subscription primary care offering is a little bit different. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Rajiv Leventhal and Lisa Phillips.

US investors didn’t get the tech cold war memo: Generative AI frenzy defies odds as foreign investment heads to China’s tech sector despite sanctions. A global AI pact is needed.

Google is pressing on with AI in search, and the industry braces for change: The landmark change for the search giant is causing distress among ad-reliant businesses.

OpenAI is Big Tech’s canary in a coal mine: Google’s AI chatbot for search is coming. Its hesitancy is vindicated as OpenAI gets hit over digital privacy violations and defamation.

Should brands trust Meta’s generative AI? The company promises to release easy creative advertising tools, but the tech has landed companies in large legal battles.

Walmart ramps up automation to lower fulfillment costs: The retailer is investing in technology to optimize inventory planning and delivery speed.

Can Meta convince advertisers that AI can keep their brands safe? The company is rolling out AI-powered content filters, but confidence in AI moderation tools is low.

On today's episode, we discuss the significance of GPT-4, calls for a pause on AI development, and what to make of ChatGPT being banned in Italy. "In Other News," we talk about whether 3D "holoportation" will catch on and why brands might need a digital avatar outside of the metaverse. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Jacob Bourne and Gadjo Sevilla.

Amazon shows caution on AI chatbots: It hasn’t demonstrated Microsoft’s cavalier approach on the technology but is harnessing generative AI startup power for cloud growth while it builds competing products.

Generative AI will serve as a creative spark for sponsored content and spur new growth in the creator economy.

From the explosion of ChatGPT to confusing economic indicators, the first quarter of 2023 has proven to be a mixed bag for retail. We break down major developments from the past few months and what they mean for the year ahead.

AGI would be like an ‘alien civilization’: A top AI researcher issues a dire warning about tech companies training advanced models. There’s a safer, more productive approach to AI.

The regtech Fourthline has netted €50M to build out its platform which uses AI to help banks and fintechs handle compliance.