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A.) The Top 10 Jobs That AI Will Replace In 2025 | Aaron Di Blasi, Publisher | AI-Weekly.ai | December 23, 2024
By 2025, artificial intelligence is projected to replace over 85 million jobs worldwide, fundamentally altering industries and necessitating workforce adaptation. This shift is driven by advancements in generative AI, machine learning, and robotics, leading to the automation of tasks and the obsolescence of traditional roles.
B.) Here’s The First Copilot Plus Mini PC With Intel’s New Core Ultra 9 Processors | TheVerge.com | December 21, 2024
Asus officially announces the NUC 14 Pro AI mini PC.
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D.) Finally, A Replacement For Bert: Introducing Modernbert | Huggingface.co | December 19, 2024
This blog post introduces ModernBERT, a family of state-of-the-art encoder-only models representing improvements over older generation encoders across the board, with a 8192 sequence length, better downstream performance and much faster processing. ModernBERT is available as a slot-in replacement for any BERT-like models, with both a base (139M params) and large (395M params) model size.
E.) The Race To Translate Animal Sounds Into Human Language | Wired.com | December 22, 2024
Advancements in AI and machine learning are propelling efforts to decode animal communication, with initiatives like the Coller-Dolittle Prize offering substantial rewards for breakthroughs. Projects such as Project CETI are employing algorithms to interpret whale vocalizations, aiming to bridge the gap between human and animal languages.
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5.) AI Tools May Soon Manipulate People’s Online Decision-Making, Say Researchers | TheGuardian.com | December 30, 2024
Researchers at the University of Cambridge warn that AI tools could soon manipulate online users’ decisions, from purchases to voting choices. They highlight the emergence of an ‘intention economy,’ where companies bid for accurate predictions of human behavior, raising concerns about the impact on free will and fair competition.
6.) Research Galore From 2024: Recapping AI Advancements In 3D Simulation, Climate Science And Audio Engineering | Blogs.nvidia.com | December 30, 2024
NVIDIA Research has made significant strides in generative AI, developing models that generate 3D models, music, and sounds, and applying AI to enhance weather forecasting accuracy. Their innovations in GPU performance, real-time rendering, and AI efficiency are set to drive future technological advancements.
7.) Nvidia Closes Acquisition Of Israeli Software Startup Run:ai | Bloomberg.com | December 30, 2024
Nvidia has finalized its $700 million acquisition of Israeli AI firm Run:ai after receiving antitrust clearance from the European Commission. The deal, announced in April, aims to enhance Nvidia’s AI capabilities by integrating Run:ai’s virtualization technology, which optimizes GPU resource allocation for AI workloads.
8.) From AI Agents To Enterprise Budgets: 20 VCs Share Their Predictions On Enterprise Tech In 2025 | TechCrunch.com | December 30, 2024
Twenty venture capitalists share their insights on enterprise technology trends for 2025, highlighting the rise of AI agents, shifts in enterprise budgets, and the evolving landscape of AI investments. They emphasize the importance of quality revenue and market share strategies in the AI era.
9.) May Your Qubits Live Long And Prosper | InsideQuantumTechnology.com | December 30, 2024
As 2024 concludes, Inside Quantum Technology reflects on the year’s advancements in quantum computing and anticipates significant developments by 2030. The article emphasizes the importance of coherence in qubits and extends best wishes for continued progress in the field.
10.) ByteDance Appears To Be Skirting U.S. Restrictions To Buy Nvidia Chips: Report | TechCrunch.com | December 30, 2024
ByteDance is reportedly circumventing U.S. export restrictions by acquiring Nvidia chips through intermediaries, enabling the Chinese tech giant to continue developing its AI capabilities despite regulatory hurdles.
11.) Dating Apps Prepare To Launch AI Features To Help Users Find Love | TheGuardian.com | December 30, 2024
Match Group is set to introduce an AI assistant in March 2025 to enhance user experiences on its dating platforms. The AI will assist in profile creation, photo selection, and message suggestions, aiming to transform online dating by providing personalized coaching and recommendations.
December 28, 2024 📅️
12.) Anthropic Revealed Secrets To Building Powerful Agents | Matt Berman | YouTube.com | December 28, 2024
Anthropic explores the key characteristics and strategies for developing advanced AI agents, offering insights into their design, functionality, and the potential for innovation in artificial intelligence.
13.) Almost Timely News: A Quick 2024 AI Recap | Chris Penn | YouTube.com | December 28, 2024
This recap of 2024 highlights the transformative impacts of generative AI, including advancements in employment, information consumption, and trust in AI-generated content. As technology evolves, 2025 is poised to play a crucial role in shaping the future of AI development and its societal effects.
14.) Have You Heard? 5 AI Podcast Episodes Listeners Loved In 2024 | Blogs.nvidia.com | December 27, 2024
NVIDIA’s AI Podcast highlights five standout episodes from 2024, featuring discussions on AI’s role in sustainability, productivity, computing advancements, cinematic content creation, and cardiology.
December 27, 2024 📅️
15.) Google CEO Pichai Tells Employees The Stakes Are High For 2025 | CNBC.com | December 27, 2024
Google CEO Sundar Pichai urged employees to focus on key innovations as 2025 presents critical challenges for the company. He emphasized the importance of rapid progress and the Gemini app’s potential to become a transformative platform amid rising regulatory scrutiny.
16.) Google Deepmind CEO’s Stunning Prediction — Digital Biology | Matt Berman | YouTube.com | December 27, 2024
Demis Hassabis, founder and CEO of Google Deepmind, shares groundbreaking plans to leverage AI for revolutionizing the field of digital biology, signaling a transformative era in scientific research and discovery.
17.) AI News: Sam Altman Reveals 2025 AI Roadmap | Matt Wolfe | YouTube.com | December 27, 2024
Sam Altman unveils the ambitious 2025 roadmap for artificial intelligence, highlighting upcoming developments and tools that promise to shape the future of the AI industry.
18.) Why o3 Will Not Take Your Job In 2025 | Aaron Di Blasi | AI-Weekly.ai | December 27, 2024
Aaron Di Blasi argues that while OpenAI’s o3 model represents a significant advancement in AI, it does not pose an imminent threat to the workforce. He emphasizes that o3’s capabilities are limited, and its practical implementation is not yet poised to replace human jobs.
19.) Why OpenAI’s Structure Must Evolve To Advance Our Mission | OpenAI.com | December 27, 2024
A stronger non-profit supported by the for-profit’s success.
December 26, 2024 📅️
20.) New Magazine Explores Creative Collaboration Between Humans And AI Art | ArtNews.com | December 26, 2024
The AI Art Magazine, a new, 176-page biannual publication dedicated entirely to art made by artificial intelligence (AI), has launched. It’s publisher, Mike Brauner, said in a statement that it will “serve as a vital chronicle of this transformative moment in art history.”
21.) PM01: EngineAI Reveals Robot With 320° Waist Spin, Human-Like Gait | InterestingEngineering.com | December 26, 2024
The PM01 stands 1.38 meters tall and weighs 88 lbs, 27 cm shorter and 8 kg lighter than ENGINEAI’s full-sized SE01.
22.) Alibaba Announces Advanced Experimental Visual Reasoning QVQ-72b AI Model | SiliconAngle.com | December 26, 2024
Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing arm of China Alibaba Group Ltd., has unveiled QVQ-72B-Preview, an experimental open-source artificial intelligence model capable of reviewing images and drawing conclusions.
23.) Predictions For AI In 2025: Entrepreneurs Look Ahead | Forbes.com | December 26, 2024
Your business runs on AI now. The stats prove it. Over 80% of businesses use AI as core tech, 35% across multiple departments. And 65% regularly use generative AI in at least one business function, up from one-third last year. The machines aren’t coming. They’re already here.
24.) Deepseek Releases V3 Model With 3x Speed Boost And Enhanced Capabilities | DeepSeek On X | December 26, 2024
Introducing DeepSeek-V3! Biggest leap forward yet: 60 tokens/second (3x faster than V2!). Enhanced capabilities. API compatibility intact. Fully open-source models & papers.
25.) It’s AI Versus The World’s Largest Tuberculosis Epidemic | Spectrum.ieee.org | December 19, 2024
An Indian nonprofit, Wadhwani AI, has developed AI-powered tools to combat tuberculosis in India, focusing on both diagnosis and treatment, including a diagnostic tool that identifies TB cases by analyzing the sound of a person’s cough.
December 25, 2024 📅️
26.) I Used AI To Do All Of My Holiday Shopping | Wired.com | December 20, 2024
Lauren Goode explores the effectiveness of AI chatbots in holiday shopping, finding that while they can assist with product searches and comparisons, they fall short of fully autonomous shopping capabilities.
27.) OpenAI’s Altman Polls Users On 2025 Goals, Sora Upgrades Lead Requests | Benzinga.com | December 25, 2024
On Tuesday, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman turned to the users to gather their suggestions on the company’s future projects and improvements for 2025.
December 24, 2024 📅️
28.) AI Voice Technology Just Got Insane (ElevenLabs GenFM Demo + More) | The Next Wave | YouTube.com | December 24, 2024
This episode features Ammaar Reshi, head of design at ElevenLabs, exploring groundbreaking AI-driven voice technology that is transforming content creation. Topics include monetizing pre-recorded voices, multilingual content production, music generation, and the innovative developments shaping the future of audio content.
29.) OpenAI ‘Considered’ Building A Humanoid Robot: Report | TechCrunch.com | December 24, 2024
30.) Meta Plans To Add AI Displays To Ray-Ban Smart Glasses In 2025 | DigitalInformationWorld.com | December 24, 2024
Tech giant Meta is planning to include innovative displays in its much anticipated Ray-Bay smart glasses product. The news was first reported by the Financial Times recently which shed more light on the matter thanks to sources familiar with the product.
31.) From Generative To Agentic AI, Nvidia Wraps The Year’s AI Advancements | Blogs.Nvidia.com | December 24, 2024
The AI Decoded series over the past year has broken down all things AI — from simplifying the complexities of large language models (LLMs) to highlighting the power of RTX AI PCs and workstations.
32.) ViggleAI Launches AI-Powered Photo-To-Rap Video Feature For Holiday Season | ViggleAI On X | December 24, 2024
Introducing New Feature: Rap. Santa is way cooler than you thought. Input a music prompt + an image, and get your very own rap video in a minute. Available on http://viggle.ai plus our iOS & Android apps. Make any photo rap this holiday season! Tutorial included.
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33.) Ambient Scientific Unveils AI Module With Months-Long Coin Cell Battery Life | InterestingEngineering.com | December 23, 2024
The module aims to offer solutions for tasks such as human activity recognition, voice control, and acoustic event detection.
34.) Backflip: AI-Supported Platform Transforms Text Into 3D Printable Models | 3Printr.com | December 23, 2024
Backflip is a new platform that uses AI to create 3D models for 3D printing. The platform, which generates 3D models directly from text input or photos, has received 30 million US dollars in funding from NEA and Andreessen Horowitz.
35.) Google Recaps 60 New AI Features And Updates In 2024 | Blog.Google | December 23, 2024
Here’s what we were up to this year, including Gemini launches, NotebookLM updates and more.
36.) xAI Raises $6b Series C | X.ai | December 23, 2024
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