The Latest News on Robots and Artificial Intelligence

Open AI’s Defence Division to Counter Artificial Intelligence Risks

Open AI has taken a significant step to address the potential risks associated with generative artificial intelligence. The company has created a division, led by Alexander MRE, director of MIT’s Center for Deployable Machine Learning, to analyze, predict, and protect against the dangers posed by AI systems. The division aims to track and defend against persuasive malware and other catastrophic risks. OpenAI is also running a contest to identify potential threats using advanced generative AI systems.

Open AI’s Update on GPT Chad bot and GPT 4 Turbo

Open AI has announced an update to its language models, including customization options for the GPT Chad bot. Additionally, the company has trained the GPT 4 Turbo model on text and image data, making it more versatile. These models will be publicly available in the coming weeks and offer developers a large context window of 128k input tokens. The reduced cost of input and output tokens has made the models three times cheaper for developers.

Elon Musk’s Language Model Grock and Neuralink’s Human Trials

Elon Musk has launched his own language model called Grock, which he intends to integrate into Tesla’s chatbot. Grock uses social network X as one of its data sources and promises to respond to users with humour. Neuralink, Musk’s company, has received approval to implant its chips into 11 patients simultaneously, aiming to restore the ability to speak and move. The company plans to increase the chip’s runtime on a single charge and develop a spinal cord implant for mobility restoration.

China’s Ambitious Plans in Robotics and Space Exploration

China has set its sights on becoming the world leader in humanoid robot production and use. The country plans to integrate robots into various industries, including healthcare, domestic services, agriculture, logistics, and heavy manufacturing, by 2027. China is also investing in the development of large-scale production facilities, specialized enterprises, and cluster zones for industrial growth. Additionally, China has unveiled plans to build a base on the moon, utilizing modular space stations, robotic missions, and underground bases in lava caves.

The Pentagon’s Updated AI (Artificial Intelligence )Strategy and Marine Corps’ Robot Dog

The Pentagon has updated its military strategy for implementing artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need for improved data infrastructure, collaboration with external developers, and the analysis of forces and cyber threats. The goal is to enhance decision-making on the battlefield while acknowledging the potential dangers of AI in autonomous weapons. In a related development, the US Marine Corps has mounted a grenade launcher on a robot dog, exploring the possibilities of armed four-legged robots.

Boston Dynamics’ Spot in Law Enforcement and Fukushima Decommissioning

Boston Dynamics’ robot dog, Spot, is making significant contributions in law enforcement and the decommissioning process of the Fukushima nuclear power plant. Spot assisted in apprehending an armed suspect on a bus, ensuring the safety of both citizens and police officers. In Fukushima, the robot’s ability to navigate hazardous environments and perform tasks such as sample collection and debris removal has proven invaluable. Spot’s efficiency and reliability make it an ideal tool for such critical missions.

The Progress in Avatar Technology and High-Resolution Haptic VR Gloves

Mark Zuckerberg and Lex Fridman recently showcased the progress in avatar technology in the metaverse. While the avatars have become incredibly realistic, the emotional engagement of their human counterparts remains limited. However, Zuckerberg’s company is working on simplifying the creation of realistic avatars using smartphone cameras. In the virtual reality realm, Fluid Reality has introduced high-resolution haptic VR gloves that provide accurate and vivid tactile feedback, enhancing the immersive experience.

Conclusion

The world of robots and artificial intelligence continues to evolve rapidly, with advancements in defense mechanisms, language models, space exploration, military strategy, law enforcement, and virtual reality. These developments offer both opportunities and challenges as humanity finds ways to harness the potential of AI while mitigating associated risks. Exciting times lie ahead as technology continues to reshape various aspects of our lives.