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Google DeepMind's latest AI breakthrough moves it from merely playing chess to competing in complex physical games in the real world through robotics.
With machines now able to learn physical tasks requiring split-second decisions and adaptability, is this the start of a new robotics era? Let’s get into it…
In today’s AI rundown:
Google’s ping-pong-playing robot
GPT-4 tackles top-secret tasks
Create custom selfies with Meta AI
AI speeds up schizophrenia cure
6 new AI tools & 4 new AI jobs
More AI & tech news
Read time: 4 minutes
LATEST DEVELOPMENTS
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The Rundown: Google DeepMind just developed a robotic table tennis AI agent that achieved “human-level speed and performance“ winning 45% of matches against opponents of varying skill levels.
The details:
The robot won 100% of matches against beginners and 55% against intermediate players across 29 matches.
It uses a combination of simulated training and real-world data to refine its skills.
The system can adapt to opponents' playing styles in real time, adjusting its strategy on the fly.
While successful against amateur players, the robot still struggles against advanced opponents due to physical and skill limitations.
Why it matters: People have been playing competitive games like chess against AI for a while, but physical games are new. This breakthrough moves us closer to the robotics community's 'north star' of human-level performance in real-world tasks — opening up new possibilities for robots that can better adapt in real-time to the physical world.
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MICROSOFT
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The Rundown: Microsoft and Palantir just partnered to deliver advanced AI, including GPT-4, and analytics capabilities to U.S. Defense and Intelligence agencies through classified cloud environments.
The details:
The partnership integrates Palantir's AI Platforms with Microsoft's Azure OpenAI Service in classified clouds.
The aim is to safely and securely enable AI-driven operational workloads across defense and intelligence sectors.
OpenAI’s models, including GPT-4, will be leveraged by the U.S. government to develop innovations for national security missions.
Why it matters: AI being trusted with classified documents is a big leap in its acceptance as a useful tool for humanity. However, it does feel a bit unsettling knowing that OpenAI’s models are being used at the government level, with the safety team completely dissolving last month and the still uncovered mysteries sorrounding Q*.
AI TRAINING
The Rundown: Instagram's integration with Meta AI now allows users to prompt and generate personalized images of their faces in any scenario for free.
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Open Instagram and tap the messages icon (top-right corner).
Click the blue "Ask Meta AI or Search" circle at the top.
Type "Imagine me as [your choice]" (e.g., "Imagine me as a chef"), tap "Get started", and upload 3 clear photos of your face when prompted.
Write the same prompt again and review your new AI-generated image with your face on it 🎉
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AI RESEARCH
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The Rundown: Researchers at Uppsala University recently used AI to accurately predict 3D structures of receptors linked to schizophrenia and depression treatments and speed up possible treatment strategies.
The details:
The AI model predicted the structure of TAAR1, a receptor linked to schizophrenia and depression treatments.
Then, supercomputers screened millions of molecules to find those fitting the AI-generated model.
Experimental testing confirmed many AI-predicted molecules activated TAAR1, and one potent molecule showed promising positive effects in animal experiments.
Why it matters: Yesterday, researchers reported on a new model that can predict major diseases early enough to treat them, and now AI is working on curing schizophrenia and depression. As the tech continues to improve, we’re going to see a complete transformation in healthcare that will likely save millions, if not billions, of lives.
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QUICK HITS
Apple is rumored to charge between $10-20 for its upcoming advanced Intelligence features that will likely come out early next year.
Alibaba just released Qwen2-Math, a specialized AI model series that outperforms GPT-4 in mathematical problem-solving capabilities.
Google revealed its newest Nest Learning Thermostat — using AI to make adjustments based on user patterns and the weather conditions outside.
UK regulators launched a merger probe into Amazon's $4 billion investment in AI firm Anthropic for potential antitrust concerns.
Nvidia partners indirectly confirmed AI chip delay with the company offering H200 GPUs as an interim solution for customers.
Parler released new open-source Text-to-Speech models with improved speed and customization for AI voice generation applications.
SoundHound acquired Amelia AI for $80 million to expand into financial services, insurance, healthcare, and retail arenas.
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