Artificial intelligence platforms
It's important to be aware of what's available in the artificial intelligence platform market, whether you've only just begun to evaluate AI platforms or have already invested in AI tools such as machine learning. Find valuable insights into how to make enterprise AI software and device decisions and how to integrate those AI tools into your existing IT infrastructure.
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News
15 Aug 2024
New deepfake audio detector released as U.S. election nears
The tool can identify AI-generated speech. The release follows wide circulation of deepfakes of vice president Kamala Harris and X owner Elon Musk. Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2024
Grok 2 intro leads to questions about model openness
The new versions of the model appear to be on par with models from Meta, OpenAI and Anthropic. However, the vendor did not release technical details or restrict its image generator. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Aug 2024
What is transfer learning?
Transfer learning is a machine learning (ML) technique where an already developed ML model is reused in another task. Continue Reading
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News
13 Aug 2024
Dataiku expands LLM Mesh with governance layer
The vendor provides a marketplace for enterprises similar to those of the major cloud providers. However, it does not have its own LLM, but offers many others in its marketplace. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2024
Perplexity AI revenue share model appeases publishers
Publishers earn a share of the startup's revenue when their work is referenced. They also have access to the vendor's LLM API and developer support. But writers are not included. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2024
Nvidia targets metaverse with OpenUSD NIM microservices
The vendor introduces new generative AI models that will be available as microservices. The new models show that the metaverse is still a part of Nvidia's strategy. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2024
Apple gives developers access to iOS 18 with AI, new Siri
The beta release includes AI-generated summaries for apps like mail, messages and voicemail. It does not include the ChatGPT integration or Image Playground. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is a validation set? How is it different from test, train data sets?
A validation set is a set of data used to train artificial intelligence (AI) with the goal of finding and optimizing the best model to solve a given problem. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is machine translation?
Machine translation technology enables the conversion of text or speech from one language to another using computer algorithms. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is natural language understanding (NLU)?
Natural language understanding (NLU) is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) that uses computer software to understand input in the form of sentences using text or speech. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jul 2024
Claude vs. ChatGPT: What's the difference?
Compare Anthropic's Claude vs. OpenAI's ChatGPT in terms of features, model options, costs, performance and privacy to decide which generative AI tool better suits your needs. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jul 2024
GPT-4o vs. GPT-4: How do they compare?
OpenAI's GPT-4o promises improved multimodal capabilities and increased efficiency. Explore the differences between GPT-4o and its predecessor, GPT-4. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
OpenAI takes on Google with new SearchGPT prototype
The AI engine will provide users with information from the web. The AI vendor is working with publishers such as Newsmax. It will incorporate some features in ChatGPT. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is a drone (UAV)?
A drone is an unmanned aircraft. Drones are more formally known as 'unmanned aerial vehicles' (UAVs) or 'unmanned aircraft systems.' Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jul 2024
Microsoft 365 Copilot features and architecture explained
Microsoft's new assistant adds generative AI to the workplace, using various features and architectural components for automated suggestions, content creation and data insights. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jul 2024
Understanding the use cases of Copilot for Microsoft 365
Copilot is a powerful generative AI technology with lots of integrations with Microsoft technology. But the usefulness of this tool will be driven by enterprise use cases. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2024
Meta intros its biggest open source AI model: Llama 3.1 405B
The model is the biggest open source model yet, the tech giant claims. The social media company also upgraded its model context window to 128k and updated its AI assistant. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jul 2024
OpenAI goes small with GPT-4o mini
The AI vendor launched a small language model that is priced at 15 cents per million input tokens. It also introduced new compliance tools for ChatGPT Enterprise users. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2024
Anthropic catches up with Claude LLM for Android
The AI vendor introduced the new app soon after releasing the iOS version. It's free for Team and Pro users. It includes vision, multi-platform support and multilingual processing. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2024
LexisNexis launches commercial version of AI research tool
Nexis+AI enables users to research and analyze news, summarize documents and create first drafts. The platform is built on GPT from Microsoft Azure and Anthropic Claude from AWS. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jul 2024
How to detect AI-generated content
AI- or human-generated? To test their reliability, six popular generative AI detectors were asked to judge three pieces of content. The one they got wrong may surprise you. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jul 2024
25 machine learning interview questions with answers
Aspiring machine learning job candidates should be fluent in many aspects of machine learning, from statistical theory and programming concepts to general industry knowledge. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2024
New C3 AI application aims to help government apply GenAI
The application will help contact centers find information about health benefits and real estate. The vendor introduced the new application with Google Cloud. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Jul 2024
tensor processing unit (TPU)
A tensor processing unit (TPU) is an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) specifically designed to accelerate high-volume mathematical and logical processing tasks typically involved with machine learning (ML) workloads. Continue Reading
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Podcast
15 Jul 2024
AWS GenAI strategy based on multimodel ecosystem plus Q
While offering its own large language models and AI chips, the tech giant gives customers access to other vendors' generative models, including open models. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Jul 2024
How to prevent deepfakes in the era of generative AI
Businesses must be ever vigilant in detecting the increasingly sophisticated nuances of deepfakes by applying security techniques that range from the simple to the complex. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Jul 2024
6 generative AI tools to consider for marketing and sales
Generative AI tools can write marketing content, score leads and personalize sales emails. Explore six generative AI tools for marketing and sales, such as Jasper and Flick. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Jul 2024
AI PC
An AI PC is a personal computer equipped with hardware and software components to run artificial intelligence (AI) applications and tasks. Continue Reading
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Video
08 Jul 2024
An explanation of Hugging Face
Hugging Face is a machine learning platform that provides the means to run and deploy AI in live applications. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jul 2024
Attributes of open vs. closed AI explained
What's the difference between open vs. closed AI, and why are these approaches sparking heated debate? Here's a look at their respective benefits and limitations. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Jul 2024
GitHub Copilot vs. ChatGPT: How do they compare?
Copilot and ChatGPT are generative AI tools that can help coders be more productive. Learn about their strengths and weaknesses, as well as alternative coding assistants. Continue Reading
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Podcast
01 Jul 2024
Walmart uses GenAI for payroll, employee digital experience
The retail powerhouse is providing its associates with generative AI tools to use to automate parts of their job. The company is also using the technology to spot payroll problems. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Jun 2024
immersive virtual reality (immersive VR)
Immersive virtual reality (immersive VR) is the presentation of an artificial environment that replaces users' real-world surroundings convincingly enough that they can suspend disbelief and fully engage with the created environment. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Jun 2024
Supervised vs. unsupervised learning explained by experts
Learn the characteristics of supervised learning, unsupervised learning and semisupervised learning and how they're applied in machine learning projects. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2024
Arista, Cisco, HPE answer AI infrastructure demand
Arista, Cisco and HPE are racing to seize a share of the promising GenAI infrastructure market. Cisco and HPE have computing, networking and software; Arista focuses on networking. Continue Reading
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Definition
20 Jun 2024
self-driving car (autonomous car or driverless car)
A self-driving car -- sometimes called an autonomous car or driverless car -- is a vehicle that uses a combination of sensors, cameras, radar and artificial intelligence (AI) to travel between destinations without a human operator. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Jun 2024
LinkedIn unveils AI updates for business users, job seekers
New features for job applicants, recruiters and businesses include personalized writing suggestions, more advanced search capabilities and AI conversations within LinkedIn Learning. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Jun 2024
Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence is the platform name for a suite of generative AI capabilities that Apple is integrating across its products, including iPhone, Mac and iPad devices. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Jun 2024
Gemini vs. ChatGPT: What's the difference?
ChatGPT took early lead among AI-generated chatbots before Google answered with Gemini, formerly Bard. While ChatGPT and Gemini perform similar tasks, there are differences. Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Jun 2024
What is Google Gemini (formerly Bard)
Google Gemini -- formerly called Bard -- is an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot tool designed by Google to simulate human conversations using natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2024
Vendors struggle to prevent GenAI use in child sexual abuse
Major large language model and image generation system vendors agree to work on limiting the ability of GenAI technology to create and spread child sexual abuse material. Continue Reading
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Definition
03 Jun 2024
What is generative AI? Everything you need to know
Generative AI is a type of artificial intelligence technology that can produce various types of content, including text, imagery, audio and synthetic data. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 May 2024
Experts: AI digital humans come with benefits -- and risks
Businesses using AI digital humans in sales and marketing can cut costs through efficiency. However, experts warn of the legal risks and public distrust of the technology. Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2024
At IBM Think, IT leaders pitch GenAI upskilling for all
IT leaders at IBM Think 2024 say training employees and establishing policies for generative AI adoption are core parts of a strategy to avoid financial and legal hurdles. Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2024
New IBM Watsonx GenAI focuses on enterprises, governance
The veteran tech giant, with deep roots in AI, bases its new AI strategy on open source, multimodel support and helping businesses modernize their code and IT operations. Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2024
Microsoft Copilot+ PC faces enterprise challenges
To succeed with enterprises, pricing for Copilot+ PC will have to come down for high-volume sales and business software will need to run well on Arm-based systems. Continue Reading
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Podcast
20 May 2024
A vision of an AI future that might not include humans
Artificial intelligence is moving so quickly that it has already become part of daily life. In the not-too-far-off future, some think it could supplant human civilization. Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 May 2024
At Red Hat Summit 2024, generative AI goes open source
Analyst Scott Sinclair unpacks this year's Red Hat Summit, where the company launched new AI integration tools and features as part of its open source generative AI strategy. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
Google Gemini generative AI hits all products, including Search
The tech giant made its Gemini GenAI model more powerful and rolled out new Gemini-powered products for enterprises and consumers. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 May 2024
OpenAI
OpenAI is a private research laboratory that aims to develop and direct artificial intelligence (AI) in ways that benefit humanity as a whole. Continue Reading
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News
13 May 2024
OpenAI advances LLM with GPT-4o; Google Gemini update looms
The GenAI giant is out with a faster, more interactive version of its GPT-4 LLM for enterprises, and new, higher speed features for the consumer-focused ChatGPT Free. Continue Reading
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Definition
03 May 2024
facial recognition
Facial recognition is a category of biometric software that maps an individual's facial features to confirm their identity. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 May 2024
What are masked language models (MLMs)?
Masked language models (MLMs) are used in natural language processing (NLP) tasks for training language models. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 May 2024
What is artificial general intelligence (AGI)?
Artificial general intelligence (AGI) is the representation of generalized human cognitive abilities in software so that, faced with an unfamiliar task, the AI system could find a solution. Continue Reading
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News
30 Apr 2024
Amazon Q GenAI assistant out for developers, AWS users
The GenAI tools augment coders and let users query and control their AWS console and data. A new feature in preview lets business users create apps using natural language. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
30 Apr 2024
How to use Perplexity AI: Tutorial, pros and cons
AI-powered search engine Perplexity offers a conversational tone and much-needed source citations -- but it's not perfect. Learn how the tool works and how to start using it. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Apr 2024
vision language models (VLMs)
Vision language models (VLMs) combine machine vision and semantic processing techniques to make sense of the relationship within and between objects in images. Continue Reading
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News
23 Apr 2024
AWS boosts Amazon Bedrock GenAI platform, upgrades Titan LLM
The cloud giant buttressed its GenAI platform with features to import, select and build safety guardrails for third-party LLMs from Meta, Cohere, Mistral and others more easily. Continue Reading
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Podcast
22 Apr 2024
Examining developers' perception of AI tools
At GitHub and for many coders, AI technology can shoulder some of the cognitive burden. However, inaccuracies that come with the tools can be hard for some. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Apr 2024
Compare proprietary vs. open source for enterprise AI
Unsure whether to choose proprietary or open source AI for your enterprise deployment? Compare the pros and cons of both software models, including how each can benefit businesses. Continue Reading
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News
18 Apr 2024
Meta releases two Llama 3 models, more to come
The social media giant's new open source LLM is telling of the challenges in the open source market and its future ambitions involving multimodal and multilingual capabilities. Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2024
Google Cloud customers disclose GenAI strengths, weaknesses
Troubling flaws remain a problem for enterprises, but Google Cloud customers, including Ford, Belk and Deutsche Bank, find the tech too compelling to pass up. Continue Reading
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Opinion
10 Apr 2024
Identity, data security expectations for RSA Conference 2024
Security practitioners can expect to hear about key issues at this year's RSA Conference, including identity and data security, AI and DSPM. Continue Reading
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News
09 Apr 2024
Google's updates in Vertex AI, Imagen 2 support GenAI apps
The cloud provider introduced updates to Vertex AI. It revealed its LLM family Gemini is now available in Vertex. Its image generating tool also has new capabilities. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Apr 2024
Auto-GPT
Auto-GPT is an experimental, open source autonomous AI agent based on the GPT-4 language model. Continue Reading
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News
02 Apr 2024
Edge AI startup reveals GenAI accelerator, $120M fundraise
The startup introduced a new GenAI accelerator for PCs and smart vehicles. The vendor's growth highlights the shift to training GenAI workloads from the cloud to the edge. Continue Reading
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News
28 Mar 2024
Microsoft intros new responsible AI tools in Azure Studio
The new tools address one of the barriers of adoption for enterprises looking to use generative AI technologies. They show Microsoft's thought process on government regulations. Continue Reading
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News
27 Mar 2024
Adobe intros new GenAI tools and apps for marketers
The new applications and tools are for marketers looking to connect the different processes of the content supply chain in a safe and responsible manner. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Mar 2024
AI hardware vendors band together to challenge Nvidia
An industry group including Arm and Intel seeks to increase the number of options in the AI market and decrease developers' dependence on GPUs. Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2024
Nvidia partners, customers drive AI into data centers
Nvidia and its partners are providing the tools and infrastructure to build and deploy AI applications that companies say could transform their businesses. Continue Reading
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News
13 Mar 2024
Dataiku intros GenAI cost monitoring tool: LLM Cost Guard
The tool lets customers be provider-agnostic and can integrate with models from providers like OpenAI, AWS and Anthropic. It watches for overruns and differentiates between costs. Continue Reading
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News
12 Mar 2024
Cohere tackles some generative AI challenges with Command-R
The startup's new large language model aims to address problems with factual accuracies in generative AI models. It also focuses on language problems, and cloud and API challenges. Continue Reading
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News
11 Mar 2024
Elon Musk plans to take xAI chatbot Grok open source
The move comes nearly two weeks after the Tesla owner filed a lawsuit against OpenAI. It also comes as more vendors are providing open source options for enterprise users. Continue Reading
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News
11 Mar 2024
Salesforce AI a work in progress for customers
While eager to embed AI in Salesforce software, customers acknowledge that planning, time and work are needed to make AI useful in the company's applications. Continue Reading
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News
11 Mar 2024
Podcast: A look at SambaNova's open source AI strategy
Despite sometimes being seen as a direct competitor to Nvidia Systems, the AI hardware and software vendor tries to distinguish itself by focusing on training open source models. Continue Reading
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News
07 Mar 2024
Microsoft whistleblower, OpenAI, the NYT, and ethical AI
The vendor has filed a memorandum to dismiss some of the arguments The New York Times made in its copyright lawsuit. However, it now faces criticism from its own software engineer. Continue Reading
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News
05 Mar 2024
Open letter promising better AI for the future lacks action
The letter initiated by venture capitalist Ron Conway and his investment firm SV Angel was signed by OpenAI and Google. It pledges a better future and benefits from the technology. Continue Reading
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News
04 Mar 2024
AI race surges as Anthropic intros Claude 3
The new models have a larger context window and multimodal capabilities. They reflect the new level of normal in generative AI and the myriad model choices for enterprises. Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2024
Elon Musk sues Sam Altman, OpenAI for breach of contract
The owner of X argues that OpenAI's CEO and Greg Brockman breached the original agreement the AI company was founded on through its partnership with Microsoft and release of GPT-4. Continue Reading
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News
29 Feb 2024
H2O.ai releases small language model: H2O-Danube-1.8B
The new model comes as the generative market continues to see the emergence of small language models. The models provide enterprises with better privacy and data controls. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2024
Intel, Nvidia aim latest systems-on-a-chip at AI workstations
Nvidia's RTX 500 and RTX 1000 GPUs are for the lightest mobile workstations. Intel's Core Ultra with a built-in GPU can handle many AI-powered tasks on the workhorse computers. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2024
SambaNova Systems intros Samba-1 generative AI model
The new model is aimed at enterprises wanting to use generative models without compromising privacy. It also uses the best open source model for a given application. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Feb 2024
GPT-3.5 vs. GPT-4: Biggest differences to consider
GPT-3.5 or GPT-4? With multiple OpenAI language models to choose from, picking the right option for your organization's needs comes down to the details. Continue Reading
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News
26 Feb 2024
Microsoft allies with OpenAI rival Mistral AI
The tech giant is investing in the open source startup. The partnership means Mistral's premium models, including its new model, Mistral Large, will be available on Azure. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Feb 2024
Prompt engineering tips for ChatGPT and other LLMs
Master the art of prompt engineering -- from basic best practices to advanced strategies -- with practical tips to get more precise, relevant output from large language models. Continue Reading
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News
26 Feb 2024
Podcast: 2024 the year of ROI for generative AI
Generative AI technologies are proliferating rapidly, but vendors and investors are looking to monetize AI models, a pivot from last year's innovative frenzy. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2024
Stability AI adopts new architecture in Stable Diffusion 3
The new version of the image model uses a different architecture than previous versions. It comes in different sizes and has better spelling capabilities. Continue Reading
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News
21 Feb 2024
Taste intelligence and AI vendor raises $25 million
Qloo raised $25 million in series C funding. Using machine learning, the vendor helps customers predict consumer tastes and makes it actionable through an API. Continue Reading
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Opinion
21 Feb 2024
AI news roundup: OpenAI video model, Nvidia chatbot and more
Explore last week's AI news highlights with analyst Mike Leone's roundup of top developments, including OpenAI's launch of video model Sora and Nvidia's locally running chatbot. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 Feb 2024
BERT language model
BERT language model is an open source machine learning framework for natural language processing (NLP). Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2024
OpenAI intros text-to-video model Sora, challenges rivals
Sora can generate video from text. OpenAI is red teaming the technology and admits it has some weaknesses. The release is a natural progression of the vendor's GenAI technology. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Feb 2024
18 companies on stock exchange innovating in AI
Keep an eye on the AI innovators as the turbulent AI industry evolves. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Feb 2024
Top business process modeling techniques with examples
Business process modeling techniques and tools provide a visual representation of processes that's crucial to effectively monitoring, improving and streamlining the flow of tasks. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2024
Startup intros new platform for AI inferencing at the edge
The platform delivers 5G and GPU-based micro clouds to specific locations. It's for enterprises that want an on-premises deployment without having to own the physical data center. Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2024
Otter.ai rolls out cross-platform Meeting GenAI
The vendor's new tools will appeal to users who access the application across different meeting platforms. However, it could face resistance from companies that use one platform. Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Feb 2024
AI news highlights: Gemini Ultra, Cisco-Nvidia partnership
Explore last week's AI highlights with analyst Mike Leone's roundup of top news headlines, including updates to Google's Gemini Ultra and strategic acquisitions and partnerships. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Feb 2024
Manufacturing group uses AI for EHS safety compliance
To pinpoint risky and dangerous incidents in workplace environments without having to sift through thousands of data points, a manufacturing group turned to Benchmark Gensuite. Continue Reading
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News
08 Feb 2024
Google turns Bard AI into Gemini, launches Gemini Advanced
The tech giant gave Bard a new name and introduced users to Ultra 1.0 through a new mobile app. It revealed changes to Duet AI and Cloud. Continue Reading
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Opinion
07 Feb 2024
FTC inquiry, Claypot acquisition and more recent AI news
Enterprise Strategy Group analyst Mike Leone breaks down five of the most significant news developments in generative AI from the past week. Continue Reading
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News
06 Feb 2024
Meta will label AI-generated images on social platforms
The social media giant's decision to label AI-generated content is a good first step, some observers say, but does not eradicate the problem of disinformation in an election year. Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Feb 2024
explainable AI
Explainable AI (XAI) is artificial intelligence (AI) that's programmed to describe its purpose, rationale and decision-making process in a way that the average person can understand. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jan 2024
8 top generative AI tool categories for 2024
Need a generative AI-specific tool for your organization's development project? Explore the major categories these tools fall into and their capabilities. Continue Reading