Sony Music cracks down on AI using their content without permission.

TLDR: Sony Music sent letters to 700 AI companies warning against unauthorized use of its content. The music industry has been aggressive in controlling how copyrighted work is used with AI tools. Sony Music recently sent letters to over 700 AI companies and streaming platforms, cautioning them against using its content without permission. The label, … Read more Sony Music cracks down on AI using their content without permission.

AMD stock soars with Microsoft’s AMD AI processors on Azure.

TLDR: AMD stock rose on news that Microsoft plans to offer AMD AI chips on its Azure cloud computing service as an alternative to Nvidia chips. Microsoft will offer clusters of AMD’s MI300X AI chips on Azure, giving customers a choice of AMD, Nvidia, or Microsoft’s Maia chips for AI workloads. Key Elements: Microsoft plans … Read more AMD stock soars with Microsoft’s AMD AI processors on Azure.

WEKA, the new unicorn in AI data, dominates sector.

TLDR: WEKA recently became a unicorn in the data sector, valued at $1.6 billion. WEKA’s innovative approach to AI data management is gaining momentum in the industry. In a recent oversubscribed $140 million Series E funding round, WEKA, a data-focused unicorn, demonstrated its growing strength and influence in the AI data sector. Led by Valor … Read more WEKA, the new unicorn in AI data, dominates sector.

Block Google AI, get straight to search results, no more overviews

TLDR: Google’s “AI Overviews” feature is causing issues by displaying incorrect and plagiarized summaries above search results. This article provides ways to block these AI overviews and go straight to search results. Google’s AI Overviews display incorrect and plagiarized information This article provides methods to block AI overviews and access search results directly Article: The … Read more Block Google AI, get straight to search results, no more overviews

Sony Music says no to using content for AI training.

TLDR: Sony Music Group warns around 700 AI developers and music streaming services not to use its content for training AI. Developers need explicit permission to use Sony Music’s content for AI training. Sony Music Group has issued warnings to approximately 700 AI developers and music streaming services, cautioning them against utilizing its content for … Read more Sony Music says no to using content for AI training.

Strava’s new features: AI, dark mode, night heatmaps coming soon.

Key Elements of Article on Strava Updates TLDR: Key Points: New features coming to Strava include dark mode, night heatmaps, and AI-enabled features. Strava is adding a family subscription plan to make premium features more affordable. Strava’s new leadership is prioritizing product development and responding to user feedback with these updates. Article Summary: Strava is … Read more Strava’s new features: AI, dark mode, night heatmaps coming soon.

US calls out China and others for abusing AI technology.

TLDR: Key points from the article: US officials raised concerns about China’s “misuse of AI” during talks in Geneva China rebuked Washington over “restrictions and pressure” on artificial intelligence In the first-ever AI dialogue between the US and China, tensions were evident as the countries discussed AI safety and risk management. The talks stemmed from … Read more US calls out China and others for abusing AI technology.

Amazon’s AI investment to hit $200 billion, leading tech firms.

TLDR: Big Tech firms, including Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, Meta, and Apple, are expected to deploy over $200 billion in capex for AI this year. Investors are closely watching how these companies are investing in AI technology, with mixed reactions among different companies. The race to build the computing power necessary for artificial intelligence has Big … Read more Amazon’s AI investment to hit $200 billion, leading tech firms.

Google and OpenAI in fierce competition over AI dominance.

TLDR: Google and OpenAI are competing for AI supremacy, with OpenAI announcing its GPT-4o model and Google unveiling its vision for search in the AI era. OpenAI’s ChatGPT app promises to do everything, while Google’s AI-powered search aims to be more of an open-ended guide for users. Key Points: OpenAI announced GPT-4o, showcasing its abilities … Read more Google and OpenAI in fierce competition over AI dominance.