This week, OpenAI launched its GPT store, and people have already pushed the boundaries of the rules. This new marketplace allows users to browse, share, and access various GPTs developed by partners and the community. However, many users' creations, like AI chatbot girlfriends, have been removed for violating OpenAI’s policy. Meanwhile, at CES 2024, Rabbit's R1 gadget, a $199 AI assistant, made waves by selling out 10,000 units instantly. The Formula E team Mahindra discontinued its AI-generated influencer 'Ava' after facing backlash over not hiring a real person.

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Study by Mount Sinai Medical Researchers Claims AI Is Ready to Practice Medicine

In a study by Mount Sinai's Icahn School of Medicine, researchers tested AI chatbots, including various versions of ChatGPT, in medical scenarios. They found that these large language models (LLMs) could effectively suggest treatments following evidence-based medicine protocols. ChatGPT 4 was particularly successful, achieving 74% accuracy in recommendations. This suggests LLMs can assist in healthcare, managing tasks like test ordering and result interpretation, reducing clinicians' information overload.

However, the study also highlighted limitations and ethical considerations. There's skepticism in the scientific community about LLMs' reasoning capabilities, and the possibility of achieving Artificial General Intelligence remains controversial. Also, the unpredictability and potential for 'hallucinations' in LLM responses pose risks in clinical settings.

🤖👉 For an in-depth look into the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI into healthcare, read the full article [HERE].

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McAfee Unveils ‘Project Mockingbird’; The Latest Shield Against AI Deepfake Scams

McAfee is launching a new AI technology designed to combat deepfake scams. The global computer security software company unveiled a product called ‘Project Mockingbird’ at CES 2024. Deepfake scams are increasingly prevalent online and utilize AI-generated audio to deceive users. This practice poses many risks, such as financial fraud, cyberbullying, and damage to a public figures' reputations. McAfee's Deepfake Audio Detection boasts over 90% accuracy in detecting fake content. This technology analyzes various cues to detect AI-generated audio, similar to how birds mimic songs, reflecting cybercriminals' use of Generative AI for deception.

84% of Americans are concerned about deepfakes or the misuse of AI, and a significant portion has encountered deepfake scams, according to a McAfee survey. Deepfakes threaten not just individual deception but also broader societal issues like election integrity, media trust, and cyberbullying. A McAfee spokesperson says Project Mockingbird symbolizes the company’s commitment to countering deepfake scams, ensuring security and privacy in an AI-dominated digital world.

🤖👉 For more on how Project Mockingbird was built to detect sophisticated AI-generated audio fakes, read the full article [HERE].

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AI-Generated George Carlin Comedy Special Ignites Controversy 15 Years After His Death

The recent AI-generated comedy special, “George Carlin: I’m Glad I’m Dead,” has sparked mixed reactions. The hour-long performance, created by Dudesy, an AI that hosts a comedy podcast with actor Will Sasso and novelist Chad Kultgen, used advanced artificial intelligence to replicate the comedic style of the late George Carlin. The AI-generated Carlin tackles contemporary issues like mass shootings, the American class system, the influence of streaming services and social media, and the implications of AI technology itself. It even includes humor directed at notable public figures like Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Twitter owner Elon Musk, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. For instance, it humorously critiques Jeff Bezos' space endeavors and consumer behavior on Amazon.

But not everyone was a fan of this episode. The special has faced criticism from many, including Kelly Carlin, George Carlin's daughter. She expressed her disapproval on social media, emphasizing that her father's unique genius as a comedian stemmed from his human experiences and could not be replicated by a machine. She argues that AI-generated productions, while clever, can't recreate her father's unique mind and suggests focusing on the work of living comedians instead.

🤖👉 To check out her statements, the debate about the ethical and artistic implications of using AI, read the full article [HERE].