AI News Stories

1. Figure's AI-Powered Humanoid Robots for BMW Assembly

Figure, a robotics startup, has signed a commercial agreement with BMW Manufacturing Co. LLC to deploy its general-purpose humanoid robots at BMW’s manufacturing plant in South Carolina. The company’s humanoid robots are designed to perform real-world work autonomously and are capable of handling a range of jobs. Figure’s robots are powered by ChatGPT and GPT-4, the latest artificial intelligence models from OpenAI. The company has developed its robots at a rapid pace, with prototypes up and walking within a year of development. The deal with BMW is purely commercial, and it could be among the first of its kind. Read More.

2. AI: The Future of Skin Cancer Detection?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the first artificial intelligence-powered medical device to help doctors detect the most common forms of skin cancer in patients. The device, called DermaSensor, is a non-invasive, handheld device that uses AI-powered spectroscopy technology to assess cellular and below-the-skin’s-surface characteristics of lesions on a patient’s skin. It provides real-time results based on an AI algorithm that is trained on data related to more than 4,000 malignant and benign lesions. The device can assess moles for basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. The FDA has approved DermaSensor’s AI-powered wireless device to help evaluate skin lesions suggestive of these cancers. Read More.

3. AI Learns Geometry at Gold Medal Level - No Lessons Required

Google DeepMind Research has introduced AlphaGeometry, an AI system that solves complex geometry problems at a level approaching a human Olympiad gold-medalist. In a benchmarking test of 30 Olympiad geometry problems, AlphaGeometry solved 25 within the standard Olympiad time limit. The AI system combines the predictive power of a neural language model with a rule-bound deduction engine, which work in tandem to find solutions. By developing a method to generate a vast pool of synthetic training data, the system can be trained without any human demonstrations. AlphaGeometry’s neuro-symbolic approach is a breakthrough in AI performance and demonstrates AI’s growing ability to reason logically, and to discover and verify new knowledge. Read More.

4. Samsung’s Galaxy AI - the future of mobile technology?

Samsung’s Galaxy AI is set to revolutionize the world of foldables and tablets, according to Won-Joon Choi, executive vice president and head of the research and development office for Samsung’s mobile experience business. The Galaxy S24 series will be the first phones with Galaxy AI, which includes features such as photo editing options for moving objects in photos and translating calls between languages in real time. The AI will expand beyond the S24 series to other form factors, including foldables and tablets. Samsung’s generative AI model, Gauss AI, will also be integrated into some Galaxy S24 handsets. The company’s focus on AI is part of a wider trend among major phone makers. Read More.

Ideogram AI - Your AI Design Partner

Mark demonstrates how Ideogram can generate logos for various businesses, including podcasts, taco shops, and car washes. He also explores creating logos in diverse styles, ranging from minimalist to neon signs and 3D. Ideogram-generated logos may not always be flawless but this tool serves as valuable starting points for designers. Takeaways:

• Powerful AI inspiration tool

• Diversity of logo styles achievable

• Some challenges with English language processing and letter rendering

• Ideogram-generated logos as starting points for further design refinement

AI Tools

Wolfram|Alpha is a computational knowledge engine that provides expert-level knowledge and capabilities to the broadest possible range of people. It generates output by doing computations from the Wolfram Knowledge base, instead of searching the web and returning links. It accepts completely free-form input and serves as a knowledge engine that generates powerful results and presents them with maximum clarity.

Flot AI is an AI copilot that simplifies and accelerates writing tasks across all apps and websites. It is powered by ChatGPT and GPT-4, the latest artificial intelligence model from OpenAI. Flot AI is designed to function universally, anywhere you type or select, providing unmatched support across apps, browsers, email clients, docs, tools, and more. It offers a range of features, including grammar and tone polishing, crafting and ideating, multilingual support, expert prompts, and more.

Proseable is an AI-powered language learning platform that helps users improve their conversational skills in a foreign language. It offers a dynamic and interactive website that seamlessly integrates with its advanced AI technology to provide users with engaging conversations and practical communication skills. Proseable is designed to be accessible anywhere, anytime, and offers a range of features, including grammar and tone polishing, multilingual support, expert prompts, and more.

Sidekick AI is a smart scheduling tool that helps you save time by offering customized scheduling pages and automatic scheduling. It syncs with Gmail and Outlook to take the back and forth out of scheduling. Forward any meeting request to your Sidekick and it will book for you. Sidekick offers a range of features, including reminders, calendar creation, and automatic invites. It is used in over 175 countries around the world and offers a free trial.