Best Speech Recognition Podcasts (2024)

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Speech Commands and Speech Recognition in React featuring Chris Laughlin - RRU 266 46:26

20d ago46:26

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Chris Laughlin joins the round up to discuss how to use the WebKit Speech Recognition API to interact with your react applications. This opens up a wide range of capabilities for web and React applications. Links Adding Voice Search to a React Application Using the Web Speech API GitHub | streamich/react-use Recut Descript Svelte Netlify Github Co-…

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Linux 6.12 Enhances Real-Time Performance, OpenAI Account Hacked, AI Unveils 303 Nazca Geoglyphs, Meta Launches Celebrity AI Voices, and more... 10:28

1h ago10:28

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(0:10): Linux 6.12 Boosts Real-Time Capabilities: Major Scheduling Updates and Enhanced Performance (2:21): OpenAI's X Account Hacked: Fake Crypto Scam Promotes $OPENAI Token, Raises Security Concerns (4:20): AI Unveils 303 New Nazca Geoglyphs, Doubling Known Total in Record Time (6:41): Meta Unveils Celebrity Voices for AI Chatbot: Judi Dench, Kri…

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On the limits of agency in agent-based models 32:39

2h ago32:39

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Agent-based modeling (ABM) seeks to understand the behavior of complex systems by simulating a collection of agents that act and interact within an environment. Their practical utility requires capturing realistic environment dynamics and adaptive agent behavior while efficiently simulating million-size populations. Recent advancements in large lan…

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Revolutionizing Health Monitoring and AI Governance: Key Developments Unveiled 9:44

24m ago9:44

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In this episode, we explore groundbreaking advancements in health technology with PhysMamba, a novel framework for measuring heart rate from facial videos. We also discuss the U.S. leading the first UN resolution on artificial intelligence, aiming for equitable access to AI technology globally. Additionally, we examine Midjourney's decision to bloc…

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AI Disinformation Threatens Democracy, Letta Launches Revolutionary Tech 9:52

2h ago9:52

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As AI-generated disinformation rises, it poses a significant threat to democratic processes worldwide. We explore the implications of this alarming trend. Additionally, groundbreaking startup Letta emerges from stealth mode with MemGPT, a technology that enhances AI's ability to remember users and conversations. Plus, Cloudflare introduces a market…

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Symbolic Prompt Program Search: A Structure-Aware Approach to Efficient Compile-Time Prompt Optimization 17:23

3h ago17:23

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In many modern LLM applications, such as retrieval augmented generation, prompts have become programs themselves. In these settings, prompt programs are repeatedly called with different user queries or data instances. A big practical challenge is optimizing such prompt programs. Recent work has mostly focused on either simple prompt programs or ass…

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OpenAI Rebrands to For-Profit, AI Dual Role in Cybersecurity, UN Adopts Global Digital Compact, MathGPT Hits 1 Million Users, and more... 10:36

33m ago10:36

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(0:10): OpenAI Rebrands: New 'O' Logo Faces Backlash as Company Shifts to For-Profit Model (1:44): AI: A Double-Edged Sword in Cybersecurity—From Enhancing Defenses to Empowering Hackers (3:46): UN Adopts Global Digital Compact: A Roadmap for Ethical, Inclusive, and Sustainable Digital Governance (5:48): MathGPT: Cornell Students' AI Homework Helpe…

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How Classroom Acoustics Fail Autistic Students and Teachers 47:49

3h ago47:49

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We know noisy classrooms and learning environments can negatively impact students and teachers. However, these problems can be compounded for those with autism. We talk to Carmen Rosas-Pérez (Heriot-Watt University) about her research to better understand the experiences of autistic people in daily life acoustic environments. Associated paper: Carm…

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PuLID: Pure and Lightning ID Customization via Contrastive Alignment 29:56

10h ago29:56

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We propose Pure and Lightning ID customization (PuLID), a novel tuning-free ID customization method for text-to-image generation. By incorporating a Lightning T2I branch with a standard diffusion one, PuLID introduces both contrastive alignment loss and accurate ID loss, minimizing disruption to the original model and ensuring high ID fidelity. Exp…

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JAX-RS With- and Without Reactive Programming in Quarkus 1:07:05

1h ago1:07:05

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An airhacks.fm conversation with Georgios Andrianakis (@geoand86) about: discussion on JAX-RS and reactive programming in quarkus, comparison of blocking vs non-blocking approaches, performance considerations for different use cases, Quarkus underlying architecture using Vert.x, handling of HTTP requests and responses, thread management in Quarkus,…

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MemoRAG: Moving towards Next-Gen RAG Via Memory-Inspired Knowledge Discovery 33:14

1h ago33:14

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Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) leverages retrieval tools to access external databases, thereby enhancing the generation quality of large language models (LLMs) through optimized context. However, the existing retrieval methods are constrained inherently, as they can only perform relevance matching between explicitly stated queries and well-fo…

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Google Battles AI Misinformation, CrowdStrike Unveils AI Innovations, Microsoft Partners with Anduril, Tech Giants Transform Wireless Networks, and more... 10:52

2h ago10:52

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(0:10): Google Fights AI Misinformation with C2PA Metadata and Enhanced Search Features (2:00): CrowdStrike Unveils AI-Driven Security Innovations and Startup Accelerator at Fal.Con 2024 (4:10): Microsoft and Anduril Partner to Boost U.S. Army's Battlefield Tech with Advanced AR and AI Integration (6:11): AI-RAN Revolution: NVIDIA, T-Mobile & Tech …

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YouTube Unveils AI Upgrades, Alibaba Cloud Launches Qwen 2.5, Google Invests in AI Education, Vahan.ai Raises 10M for Hiring, and more... 11:52

1d ago11:52

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(0:10): YouTube Unveils AI Upgrades & Google Pixel 9 Shines Despite Challenges (2:22): Alibaba Cloud Unveils Qwen 2.5 AI Models, Challenging Global Competitors in Generative AI Race (4:46): Google.org Invests $25M to Revolutionize AI Education for Students and Teachers Nationwide (7:05): Vahan.ai Secures $10M to Revolutionize Blue-Collar Hiring in …

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Mini-Omni: Language Models Can Hear, Talk While Thinking in Streaming 30:36

3h ago30:36

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Recent advances in language models have achieved significant progress. GPT-4o, as a new milestone, has enabled real-time conversations with humans, demonstrating near-human natural fluency. Such human-computer interaction necessitates models with the capability to perform reasoning directly with the audio modality and generate output in streaming. …

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Revolutionizing Music Generation with AI, UN Calls for Global AI Fund, Advancements in Cardiovascular Risk Assessments, and Reducing Churn in Reinforcement Learning 7:40

7m ago7:40

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Seed-Music introduces a comprehensive AI framework for enhanced music generation and editing. The UN recommends a global AI fund to help developing nations tap into tech benefits. A new machine learning approach boosts precision in cardiovascular risk assessments. Researchers unveil CHAIN, a method to reduce churn in reinforcement learning algorith…

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AI in Hospitality Surges to $167B, Google Labels AI-Generated Images, BlackRock and Microsoft Unite, OpenAI Introduces Strawberry Assistant, and more... 11:31

1h ago11:31

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AI in Hospitality to Skyrocket to $167B by 2031 Amid Ethical and Job Displacement Concerns Google to Label AI-Generated Images for Transparency; Extends Efforts to YouTube Videos BlackRock & Microsoft Unite for $100B AI Data Center Revolution, Eyeing Massive Investment Opportunities OpenAI's New AI Assistant 'Strawberry' Redefines Human-AI Partners…

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LLaMA-Omni: Seamless Speech Interaction with Large Language Models 32:15

2h ago32:15

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Models like GPT-4o enable real-time interaction with large language models (LLMs) through speech, significantly enhancing user experience compared to traditional text-based interaction. However, there is still a lack of exploration on how to build speech interaction models based on open-source LLMs. To address this, we propose LLaMA-Omni, a novel m…

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Game-Theoretic Approach to AI Deployment, GPU-Accelerated Optimization, and Language Model Control 10:24

1h ago10:24

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Optimizing AI safety and deployment with a game-theoretic approach. Introducing a new C++/CUDA library for GPU-accelerated stochastic optimization. Twisted Sequential Monte Carlo framework for language model control. Stay updated on the latest advancements in AI research and their potential impact on various industries. Sources: https://www.marktec…

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GeoCalib: Learning Single-image Calibration with Geometric Optimization 19:16

2h ago19:16

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From a single image, visual cues can help deduce intrinsic and extrinsic camera parameters like the focal length and the gravity direction. This single-image calibration can benefit various downstream applications like image editing and 3D mapping. Current approaches to this problem are based on either classical geometry with lines and vanishing po…

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Intel and AWS Partner on AI Chips, Microsoft Announces $60B Buyback, AI Tool CREME Transforms Research, 11xAI Secures 24M for Sales Revolution, and more... 10:44

1h ago10:44

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(0:10): Intel and AWS Forge Billion-Dollar AI Chip Partnership Amid Layoffs and Restructuring (1:57): Microsoft Unveils $60B Buyback, 10% Dividend Hike Amid AI Investment Surge (4:13): Revolutionary AI Tool CREME Transforms Genetic Research with Virtual CRISPRi Experiments (6:14): AI Startup 11xAI Secures $24M to Revolutionize Sales with Autonomous…

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Agent Zero: The Future of AI Assistance, Managing Hallucinations in Language Models, and Enhancing AI Generalization 8:56

22m ago8:56

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Introducing Agent Zero, a groundbreaking framework that revolutionizes AI assistance. Understanding the inevitable nature of hallucinations in large language models and proposing management strategies. Google DeepMind researchers propose human-centric alignment for vision models to boost AI generalization. Plus, AI chat tool to be rolled out across…

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Deutsche Bank Warns on AI, AI System CHARTwatch Saves Lives, Australia Opens AI Medical Center, Cybercriminals Exploit Malicious AI, and more... 10:35

2h ago10:35

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(0:10): Deutsche Bank Report: Generative AI's Strengths and Flaws Highlighted, Caution Urged for Regulated Industries (1:41): AI System CHARTwatch Slashes Hospital Deaths by 26%, Revolutionizing Patient Care (3:46): Australia's First AI Medical Center Launched to Revolutionize Cancer Treatment with $19.3M Investment (5:55): Rise of Malicious AI Mod…

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Revolutionizing OCR Technology with GOT Model, AI Chat Tool for NSW Public Schools, and Advancements in Information Retrieval 7:04

2h ago7:04

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Discover the revolutionary OCR-2.0 model and the General OCR Theory (GOT) that streamlines text recognition across multiple formats. Learn about the AI chat tool being rolled out across NSW public schools to ease pressure on teachers. Explore the operational advice for choosing the right indexing method for information retrieval. Also, delve into t…

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Brain-Inspired Computing Breakthrough, Crystal Structures from Natural Language, and the Power of AI Roast Apps 4:44

4d ago4:44

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Researchers at IIISc develop a brain-inspired analog computing platform with 16,500 conductance states. GenMS introduces a hierarchical approach to generating crystal structures from natural language descriptions. Explore the psychology behind AI roast apps and the boundaries of humor. Plus, discover OneGen, an AI framework that enables a single LL…

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Automating RL Workflows with Vision-Language Models, Novel Metric for Formula Recognition, Fei-Fei Li’s World Labs Funding, Microsoft’s MedFuzz AI Method for Medical QA 5:52

10d ago5:52

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Advancements in utilizing vision-language models (VLMs) in reinforcement learning (RL) and robotics. Introducing a novel evaluation metric for formula recognition. Fei-Fei Li's World Labs secures $230M in funding. Microsoft researchers propose MedFuzz, a new AI method for evaluating medical question-answering models. Sources: https://www.marktechpo…

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White House Secures AI Pledge, Microsoft Appoints New COO, Zoho Analytics 6.0 Launches, Google Boosts AI for Small Businesses, and more... 10:46

7m ago10:46

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(0:10): White House Secures AI Giants' Pledge to Combat Non-Consensual Deepfake Abuse (2:06): Microsoft Appoints Carolina Dybeck Happe as New COO to Lead AI Transformation and Boost Cloud Competition (3:57): Zoho Analytics 6.0 Launches with Generative AI and No-Code Integrations, Rivals Tableau and Qlik (6:01): Google Donates $10M to Boost AI Train…

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Artificial Immune System of Secure Face Recognition Against Adversarial Attacks 1:10:54

15m ago1:10:54

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Insect production for food and feed presents a promising supplement to ensure food safety and address the adverse impacts of agriculture on climate and environment in the future. However, optimisation is required for insect production to realise its full potential. This can be by targeted improvement of traits of interest through selective breeding…

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OpenAI Strawberry o1: AI Breakthrough, WILDVIS: Analyzing Conversational Data, Fish Speech 1.4: Advanced TTS Model, Wearable Patch for Respiratory Care 10:30

1h ago10:30

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OpenAI introduces OpenAI Strawberry o1, a breakthrough in AI reasoning. WILDVIS, an interactive tool for exploring large-scale conversational datasets. Fish Audio releases Fish Speech 1.4, a powerful open-source text-to-speech model. Wearable lung patch uses deep learning to detect asthma and COPD. Join us as we delve into the technical advancement…

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Irish Regulator Probes Google AI, 2024 Election Faces AI Crisis, Dubai Hosts AI and Web3 Festival, YOLOv8 Algorithm Transforms Detection, and more... 11:31

17h ago11:31

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(0:10): Irish Data Regulator Probes Google's AI Data Practices Amid EU Privacy Concerns (2:03): 2024 Election Faces AI Misinformation Crisis: Trust in Technology Plummets Amid Rising Deepfake Threats (4:32): Dubai AI and Web3 Festival Attracts 6,000, Showcases UAE's Ambition to Lead Global AI by 2031 (6:39): Revolutionary YOLOv8 Algorithm Slashes M…

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Codec Does Matter: Exploring the Semantic Shortcoming of Codec for Audio Language Model 29:24

20h ago29:24

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Recent advancements in audio generation have been significantly propelled by the capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs). The existing research on audio LLM has primarily focused on enhancing the architecture and scale of audio language models, as well as leveraging larger datasets, and generally, acoustic codecs, such as EnCodec, are used for…

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Improving Efficiency of Diffusion Models, Understanding Hidden Layers in Language Models, Predicting Neuronal Activity with AI, and Alok Sama on AI Illusions 10:02

12d ago10:02

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This AI paper introduces a data-free knowledge distillation method for improving efficiency and scalability of diffusion models. Researchers explore the hidden layers in large language models to enhance performance and reduce computational costs. A groundbreaking study predicts neuronal activity in the living brain using AI/connectome methods. Alok…

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rerankers: A Lightweight Python Library to Unify Ranking Methods 15:39

2d ago15:39

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This paper presents rerankers, a Python library which provides an easy-to-use interface to the most commonly used re-ranking approaches. Re-ranking is an integral component of many retrieval pipelines; however, there exist numerous approaches to it, relying on different implementation methods. rerankers unifies these methods into a single user-frie…

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SambaNova Launches Fastest AI Cloud, Glean Raises 260M for AI, Aifleet Secures 16.6M Investment, Telangana Unveils AI City, and more... 11:14

2d ago11:14

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(0:10): SambaNova Unveils World's Fastest AI Inference Cloud, Outperforming Traditional GPU Systems (2:23): Glean Raises $260M, Valued at $4.6B, Revolutionizing Enterprise AI with Advanced Search and Automation (4:27): Aifleet Secures $16.6M to Revolutionize U.S. Trucking with AI-Driven Efficiency and Driver Satisfaction (6:26): Telangana Leads AI …

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New Benchmark Evaluates Multimodal AI Understanding, Personal Journey with AI’s Dark and Helpful Sides 8:52

9d ago8:52

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CMU researchers introduce MMMU-Pro, an advanced version of the MMMU benchmark for evaluating multimodal understanding in AI models. Plus, a thought-provoking article explores the positive and negative implications of AI, and Sergey Brin discusses his daily work on AI at Google. Also, Senate leaders ask the FTC to investigate AI content summaries as…

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Developer and Database Administrator 1:01:38

3d ago1:01:38

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An airhacks.fm conversation with Gerald Venzl (@GeraldVenzl) about: from a 386 computer with SimCity to Oracle's database evangelist, early interest in computer hardware and software, apprenticeship as a programmer in Austria, work experience with Oracle database and PLSQL, Steven Feuerstein, PLSQL expert,career moves to New York, London, and San F…

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Automated Design of Agentic Systems 23:55

3d ago23:55

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Researchers are investing substantial effort in developing powerful general-purpose agents, wherein Foundation Models are used as modules within agentic systems (e.g. Chain-of-Thought, Self-Reflection, Toolformer). However, the history of machine learning teaches us that hand-designed solutions are eventually replaced by learned solutions. We formu…

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US Proposes Stricter AI Rules, Movellus and Tenstorrent Partner, ScribblePrompt AI Revolutionizes Medical Imaging, BP Partners with Palantir, and more... 11:22

10d ago11:22

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(0:10): U.S. Commerce Proposes Stricter AI Reporting Rules to Shield Against Foreign Threats (2:20): Movellus and Tenstorrent Forge Partnership to Revolutionize AI and HPC Chip Efficiency (4:28): MIT, MGH, and Harvard Unveil ScribblePrompt AI: Revolutionizing Medical Image Segmentation with 28% Faster Annotation (6:41): BP and Palantir Forge Five-Y…

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Advancements in Language Models, Efficient Vision Backbone, Reddit Thread Analysis, and AI-powered watchOS Upgrades 8:57

3d ago8:57

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Discover groundbreaking research on speculative decoding for language models, a highly efficient vision backbone model, the impact of user disagreement on Reddit threads, and AI-powered upgrades to Apple's watchOS. These articles delve into the latest advancements in AI technology and their implications for various industries. Sources: https://www.…

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Reflection 70B AI Challenges GPT-4o, AI Revolutionizes Energy Management, NVIDIA Soars in AI Industry, Google AI Transforms Gaming, and more... 11:42

4d ago11:42

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(0:10): Reflection 70B AI Model Challenges GPT-4o and Claude 3.5 with Self-Correcting Inference Technique (2:31): Revolutionizing Energy: AI Enhances Load Forecasting and Battery Health for Smarter Grids and EVs (4:39): Industry Dominates AI: NVIDIA Soars, Academia Lags, and BigBear.ai Faces Revenue Risks (6:53): Google's AI Revolutionizes Gaming: …

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BP Partners with Palantir for AI Integration, Dark Matter Detection Breakthrough 13:19

4d ago13:19

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BP extends its use of AI through a five-year deal with spy tech firm Palantir. Meanwhile, a new deep learning tool enhances the detection of dark matter amidst cosmic interference. Plus, Europe's AI Act is approved, shaping the future of AI regulation. Stay informed about the latest advancements in AI and their impact on various industries. Sources…

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Text2SQL is Not Enough: Unifying AI and Databases with TAG 42:53

4d ago42:53

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AI systems that serve natural language questions over databases promise to unlock tremendous value. Such systems would allow users to leverage the powerful reasoning and knowledge capabilities of language models (LMs) alongside the scalable computational power of data management systems. These combined capabilities would empower users to ask arbitr…

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Can Sound Be Used to Diagnose Arteriosclerosis? 20:02

10d ago20:02

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Because cardiovascular disease is the world's leading cause of death, researchers have been looking for ways to diagnose it early. Low-frequency sounds have been used to assess the elasticity of blood vessels, but until now, the elastic waves being studied were too fast to get precise measurements. Sibylle Gregoire (INSERM) discusses how here team …

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Microsoft Releases TorchGeo 0.6.0 for Geospatial Data in Machine Learning, SAM2POINT Revolutionizes 3D Segmentation 11:32

5d ago11:32

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Microsoft introduces TorchGeo 0.6.0, a toolkit for handling geospatial data in machine learning. SAM2POINT presents a novel approach to 3D segmentation. Also, deep learning models expedite biomarker discovery in lung cancer, and AI-created election disinformation poses a threat to democracy. Sources: https://www.marktechpost.com/2024/09/08/torchgeo…

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ChatGPT’s Rise and OpenAI’s Challenges, Microsoft’s Fight Against Deepfake Porn, IBM’s Docling: A Breakthrough in Document Conversion 9:48

6d ago9:48

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Learn everything you need to know about OpenAI's ChatGPT and the challenges faced by OpenAI. Microsoft partners with StopNCII to combat deepfake porn. IBM Research introduces Docling, an AI tool for high-precision PDF document conversion. Plus, DeepSeek-AI releases DeepSeek-V2.5, a cutting-edge model with advanced chat, coding, and context capabili…

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Ant Group Launches AI Manager, YouTube Unveils Anti-Deepfake Tools, New AI Regulations Spark Debate, OpenAI Surpasses 1 Million Users, and more... 10:56

18d ago10:56

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(0:10): Ant Group Unveils Maxiaocai: AI Financial Manager Transforming Services with 70M Users (2:12): YouTube Unveils New Tools to Combat AI Deepfakes and Protect Creators' Likeness (3:56): New AI Regulations Set High Bar for Oversight, Sparking Debate Over Innovation and Security Risks (6:26): OpenAI Surpasses 1 Million Paying Users, Eyes $100B V…

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Answer.AI’s Rerankers Library Revolutionizes Information Retrieval, NeuPh Enhances High-Resolution Image Reconstruction 4:56

7d ago4:56

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Answer.AI releases 'rerankers', a unified Python library streamlining re-ranking methods for efficient and high-performance information retrieval systems. Boston University introduces NeuPh, a neural framework that enhances the reconstruction of high-resolution images. Plus, DetoxBench evaluates large language models for fraud and abuse detection, …

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047: The anatomy of a voice assistant, part 3 - Large language models (LLMs) 27:46

7d ago27:46

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It's the third in a series of technical deep dives for building IVAs, and for this episode, it's all about LLMs. Kylie chats with Shawn Wen, co-founder and CTO at PolyAI, who explains why LLMs can accomplish 70% of what’s needed for voice assistants, and more importantly: what's involved in the remaining 30%. The discussion touches on strategies to…

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Eagle: Exploring The Design Space for Multimodal LLMs with Mixture of Encoders 35:05

8d ago35:05

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The ability to accurately interpret complex visual information is a crucial topic of multimodal large language models (MLLMs). Recent work indicates that enhanced visual perception significantly reduces hallucinations and improves performance on resolution-sensitive tasks, such as optical character recognition and document analysis. A number of rec…

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Microsoft Unveils Brain-Inspired AI, Europe’s AI Act Approved 9:48

8d ago9:48

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Could brain-inspired patterns be the future of AI? Microsoft investigates central pattern generators in neural networks. Plus, LLMSecCode: an AI framework for evaluating the secure coding capabilities of LLMs. Also, Europe's AI Act receives final approval, and the US spearheads the first UN resolution on artificial intelligence. Sources: https://ww…

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