Apple's AI Adventure

The Lead

Apple’s AI Adventure : Despite previous AI gadgets from other tech giants like Microsoft, Samsung, and Google underwhelming consumers, Apple aims to change the narrative with its upcoming launch of AI-integrated iPhones under the "Apple Intelligence" initiative, although skepticism remains about whether this will be enough to spur significant iPhone upgrades among consumers.

Reels

YouTube’s AI Watchdogs: YouTube is stepping up its game against AI fakes. They're rolling out tools to spot fake singing and faces, aiming to keep creators safe from copycats. Plus, creators might soon have a say in how their work fuels AI learning. Details on how they'll get paid for this? Still a mystery.

Are you Afriad of AI?: Director Chris Weitz's new film "Afraid" isn't just scary; it's a deep dive into AI's darker side. Imagine an AI device that's not just smart but sinister, playing mind games with a family. It's a horror flick that makes you think about privacy and control in our tech-heavy lives.

Minecraft’s AI Dilemma: Minecraft after getting positive buzz yesterday with Project Sid finds itself in a different spot with it’s upcoming films. Fans are upset surrounding the use of AI in the movie's production.

Time’s AI Who’s Who: Notable that many AI experts were left over in favor of people who seemingly have a passing interest / association with AI.

Thrills

Streaming Scam: Michael Smith from North Carolina allegedly used AI to fake songs and boost streams, scamming platforms out of $10 million. He's now facing serious jail time for his digital music heist.

First the Track. Now the Goombas: The MarioVGG AI model is learning to play Super Mario Bros. from videos, hinting at a future where AI could craft entire game worlds. It's not perfect yet, but it's getting there.

Bills

CA tries to ban Deepfakes: Social Media platforms must remove deceptive content 120 days before an election.

Global AI Handshake: The U.S., UK, and EU are planning an AI treaty. Could this be the start of a new era in AI regulation?

Zhipu raises again: One of China’s AI unicorns reveals a new valuation of $2.8b following investment from a state-backed investor