The AI Daily Brief (Formerly The AI Breakdown): Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis

Today on The AI Daily Brief, NLW looks at expanded restrictions the White House is considering to deny China access to advanced models. Plus, an absolute slew of news around OpenAI. ** Check out the hit podcast from HBS Managing the Future of Work https://www.hbs.edu/managing-the-future-of-work/podcast/Pages/default.aspx Join Superintelligent at https://besuper.ai/ -- Practical, useful, hands on AI education through tutorials and step-by-step how-tos. ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Microsoft is training a 500B parameter model. It's caused huge speculation that the company is trying to move farther away from their partnership with OpenAI. Microsoft denies it, but could both the denial and the skepticism be true? ** Join Superintelligent at https://besuper.ai/ -- Practical, useful, hands on AI education through tutorials and step-by-step how-tos. ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

A reading and discussion inspired by https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/29/ai-professional-class-low-skill-jobs/ ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Plus Nick Bostrom on what if AI fixes everything? ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Busy day in the world of leading LLM labs. Anthropic announced a much anticipated iOS app, as well as a new teams subscription. OpenAI's Sam Altman also continues with a mini media tour where he made clear how committed to beneficial AGI he is. ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Six months after the Biden administration issued a historic executive order on artificial intelligence, this update explores the progress and actions completed. With a focus on safety, security, and harnessing AI for societal benefits, the U.S. government has initiated several steps to responsibly integrate AI into various sectors. From forming an AI safety board to developing frameworks for AI risks in biological materials and infrastructure, discover how these efforts aim to shape a secure and beneficial AI future. Additionally, delve into how this groundwork might influence broader AI policy and legislation in the coming months. ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Explore the buzz surrounding a mysterious AI model dubbed "GPT-2 Chatbot" recently spotted on a benchmarking site. Speculation is rife that it might be an unreleased version of OpenAI's technology, possibly GPT-4.5 or even GPT-5.  ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Explore the widespread backlash against the newly established Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security Board by the Department of Homeland Security in this episode of AI Breakdown. This board has drawn criticism from various factions within the AI community, from safety advocates to accelerationists, all of whom are concerned about the potential for regulatory capture and the board's composition. ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

A reading and discussion inspired by https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/03/19/artificial-intelligence-workers-regulation-musk/ ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Explore the strategic reasoning behind X AI's massive $6 billion fundraising effort in this episode of AI Breakdown. As Elon Musk's company gears up to develop Grok, this financing positions X AI at a colossal $24 billion valuation post-funding. ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Moderna's integration of ChatGPT across its entire organization marks a significant shift in corporate AI utilization, aiming to enhance productivity and innovation in various departments. This deal not only bolsters ChatGPT's reach into the enterprise sector but also exemplifies how AI can revolutionize traditional business processes, from drug discovery and regulatory compliance to optimizing manufacturing efficiencies ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Explore the implications of Perplexity's recent valuation surge in today's episode of AI Breakdown. Delving into the $62.7 million funding round led by high-profile investors, this analysis reveals what unicorn status means for the AI industry and venture capital trends. ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Explore the rapidly evolving world of AI agents in this episode of AI Breakdown. Discover how Microsoft is spearheading projects to automate complex tasks such as client invoicing, while OpenAI advances in enabling desktop automation with minimal human input. This discussion highlights the potential for AI agents to dramatically increase enterprise investment and revolutionize the software industry. Insights into practical and theoretical developments reveal a future where intelligent, autonomous systems handle intricate tasks, paving the way for significant advancements in technology and business efficiencies. ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Some dramatic discourse from the former Fox journalist, plus Drake uses AI Snoop and Tupac in a diss track, and people are really, really into Llama 3. ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

A reading and discussion inspired by https://www.ft.com/content/8af1f467-2953-4cbc-a336-4c92c92e6792 and https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-16/ai-is-a-humongous-electricity-hog-and-the-environment-can-benefit?sref=qUxVp6JU ** CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Boston Dynamics has unveiled a new version of their Atlas robot, showcasing advanced mobility with unconventional joint movements, capturing widespread attention. This innovation highlights the evolving capabilities of robotics, challenging traditional designs and extending potential applications. In the broader robotics industry, Figure has secured substantial investment for their A1 humanoid robot, enhancing interaction through AI, while Tesla's Optimus remains a key player awaiting updates. ** CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Meta has released the first of its Llama 3 models, enhancing the landscape of open-source large language models. These models, including the initial 8B and 70B versions, promise advanced capabilities and integration into Meta's consumer products, solidifying Meta's commitment to leading in AI innovation. The release indicates Meta's strategic push to compete in the open-source domain and extend these high-level AI functionalities through Meta AI across its platforms, setting a new standard for accessibility and performance in the AI community. ** CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Today's episode explores the state of artificial intelligence through Stanford University's AI Index, which distills key insights into 13 charts. The report highlights the growth of open-source AI models, the performance gap between open and closed-source models, and the industry's dominance in AI development. It also discusses the soaring costs of training high-performance AI models and the significant U.S. lead in AI development over other countries. This summary provides a snapshot of current trends and developments in the AI landscape, reflecting both the technological advancements and the economic dynamics shaping the future of AI. ** CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Microsoft's $1.5 billion investment in UAE-based AI company G42 represents a strategic geopolitical move, enhancing its Azure cloud integration across finance, healthcare, and education sectors. This partnership grants Microsoft a board seat, deepening its involvement in G42's operations. Amidst U.S.-China tensions, this deal also underscores efforts by U.S. officials to pivot G42's alliances away from Chinese influences, highlighting the critical role of AI in global strategic dynamics. ** CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo  ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

Critiques of Humane, a new launch from Limitless (i.e. Rewind), plus Meta is (supposedly) sharing two Llama 3 models this week. ** Get your free NetSuite KPI Checklist - https://netsuite.com/breakdown CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/