Microsoft's Xbox partnership with Inworld AI is revolutionizing non-playable characters (NPCs) in video games through the use of generative AI. This advancement allows NPCs to evolve, adapt to player behavior, and contribute to a more immersive gaming experience. AI in gaming also presents a significant opportunity for gaming companies and developers to increase immersion, replayability, and revenue. The partnership between Microsoft and Inworld AI is just the beginning of how AI will reshape the gaming industry.
The carbon footprint of server farms used to power generative AI could be problematic. Amid all the hysteria about ChatGPT and co, one thing is being missed: how energy-intensive the technology is. John Naughton discusses the environmental impact of AI.
Apple has opened negotiations with major news and publishing organizations to use their material in the development of generative artificial intelligence systems.
Apple's latest research suggests it plans to catch up with rivals in AI technology by running large language models directly on iPhones.
Allen & Overy, a leading law firm, has unveiled its new AI contract negotiation tool in a bid to disrupt the legal industry. This tool aims to streamline and automate the contract negotiation process, making it more efficient and cost-effective.
A newly developed AI death calculator can now forecast when a person will die with eerily exact accuracy.
Warren Buffett has led Berkshire Hathaway to market-beating returns since 1965. While he usually follows a simple investment strategy, several AI stocks in Berkshire's portfolio show potential for long-term gains.
Researchers from Patronus AI have found that large language models, including OpenAI's GPT-4-Turbo, struggle to answer questions derived from Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings. The models often refuse to answer or provide incorrect information. This poses challenges for companies in regulated industries like finance who want to incorporate AI technology into their operations. Despite the limitations, there is still potential for AI models to be used in the finance industry with improvements.