Artificial Intelligence

Tech a focal point for millions of jobs lost in next four years: AI, renewable energy, and economic upheaval are likely to shrink the global job market. Society plays catchup on disruption.

China is way ahead on the necessary guardrails to ensure adoption of the technology. Beijing hopes to lead global AI standardization.

There’s a reason they’re called chatbots: A survey of healthcare professionals shows attitudes on generative AI are more positive after seeing its responses to medical questions.

Last month, Meta said it would use generative AI in ad creation by the end of the year. Not long after, Google announced generative AI ad plans of its own in the form of tools that will “remix” ads based on client goals. Neither company has released details of what these AI updates will look like, but the changes are big news for advertisers, agencies, and everyone in between.

Surging Cash App user growth helped drive a buoyant Q1 for Block despite recent short seller allegations.

Google engineer says nimble, open-source models could upend AI race: Models like LLaMa and Dolly 2.0 throw a market curveball, but OpenAI’s AGI ambition is the biggest threat.

ChatGPT’s popularity, its impact on businesses, and potential for misuse are pushing governments and regulators to set limits. Where do they even begin?

Kenyan contractors who were paid $1.50 an hour to build ChatGPT unionize: The workers want higher pay and benefits. It could contribute to pricier generative AI in the future.

Microsoft assures advertisers that AI won’t change the business: Early ad formats and channels mimic existing ones, but it’s far from a permanent solution.

The chip giant says it will begin producing 2-nm chips in 2025. A clear product runway for next-generation microprocessors will help secure future business from its customers.

AI leaders want to monetize chatbots with ads, but the FTC says it’s not so simple: A recent blog outlines the FTC’s belief that chatbots are ripe for advertising violations.

On today's episode, we discuss what the biggest impact of generative artificial intelligence (AI) will be, whether time spent with ad-supported media is falling, why Lululemon is looking to sell its connected fitness company Mirror, the battle between SMS and email, what makes a shopping experience convenient, which country could see its population cut in half; and more. Tune in to the discussion with our vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian, and analysts Blake Droesch and Paul Verna.

Generative AI is the topic of the moment, and the dollars are following: Spending on AI-centric systems worldwide will jump to $154 billion this year from $121 billion last year, according to the International Data Corporation. If you’re not already using the tech, it’s time to get startedHere’s how retailers are using the AI.

Amazon wants to make Alexa as smart as ChatGPT: A leaked memo about a smarter, more conversational voice assistant shows pressure to ignore obvious risks in Big Tech’s AI race.

LinkedIn improves Premium subscriber experience: Job hunters can now tap AI to send out better—or just more?—cover letters.

IBM is all in on AI and even predicts it can replace thousands of jobs with technology in the next five years. Premature announcements could keep tech talent away.

On today's episode, we discuss how Spotify beat expectations, why a price hike is inbound, and the audio streaming company's relationship with artificial intelligence (AI). "In Other News," we talk about AI-powered ads for Google and whether Peacock can survive the streaming wars. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Daniel Konstantinovic.

The speed at which the CFPB and other regulators have joined forces to strengthen AI oversight shows the scale of the risks the technology poses.

Companies will have to pony up for a custom ChatGPT: OpenAI changes its privacy options to alter how it handles data, which could mean higher customer prices.

Amazon Web Services’ Q1 revenue grew 16% YoY, trailing behind Microsoft and Google, reflecting a weak economy, the tech sector’s slowdown, and AI’s rise.