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Another Crazy Day in AI: Your online experience just got easier with Chrome

Aug 5, 2024
3 min read

Hello, AI Enthusiasts.

The first day of the week is almost over, but the AI excitement is just beginning.

Let's explore the latest news and insights together!

Here's another crazy day in AI:

New Chrome AI tools for effortless browsing
LLMs in Education: Can AI grade short answer questions?
How Groq's AI chip boom turned it into a $2.8 billion Nvidia contender
Some AI tools to try out

TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: Chrome enhances browsing with new AI features

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Image Credit: Google Blog / "3 new Chrome AI features for even more helpful browsing"

Do you find yourself overwhelmed by numerous browser tabs or wishing for an easier way to identify on-screen content?

Parisa Tabriz, Vice President of Chrome, recently shared exciting updates on how AI is transforming the browsing experience in Chrome. Whether you're a tab hoarder, an online shopping enthusiast, or just someone who can never find that one website you stumbled upon last week, these updates are aimed at making your life a whole lot easier.

Let's break down the cool stuff coming your way:

Google Lens for Desktop: Imagine being able to search for anything you see on your screen without interrupting your flow. With Google Lens now available in Chrome, you can simply click the Lens icon, select what you want to learn more about, and get instant visual results—all without leaving your current tab.
Tab Compare: Tired of flipping between tabs while shopping online? Soon, Chrome will help you compare products effortlessly. When you’re looking for the perfect item, like a new Bluetooth speaker, Chrome will generate a handy comparison table that shows all the essential details—specifications, prices, and reviews—right next to your open tabs.
Natural Language Search for History: Ever forgotten the name of that great restaurant you looked up last week? Now, you can just type a question like, “What was that ice cream shop I found?” into your Chrome history, and it will help you find it. This feature makes it easier to rediscover sites you loved, and you can turn it on or off as you like.

Looking ahead, these advancements hint at a future where our digital tools become increasingly proactive and intuitive. As AI continues to evolve, we may see even more sophisticated integrations that can anticipate our needs before we even articulate them.

Read the full article here.

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LLMs in Education: Can AI grade short answer questions?

/Owen Henkel, Libby Hills, Adam Boxer, Bill Roberts, Zach Levonian

This paper evaluates the ability of Large Language Models (LLMs), particularly GPT-4, to grade open text responses in K-12 education. Using a novel dataset from the Carousel quizzing platform, the study finds that GPT-4, with basic few-shot prompting, performs close to human-level accuracy in grading short answer questions across various subjects and grade levels.

Read the paper here.

How Groq's AI chip boom turned it into a $2.8 billion Nvidia contender

/Richard Nieva, Forbes

Groq, a startup specializing in AI chips for inference tasks, has raised $640 million and is now valued at $2.8 billion. With its highly efficient Language Processing Units (LPUs), Groq aims to challenge Nvidia's dominance in the AI chip market. The article explores Groq's journey, recent successes, and future plans.

Another Crazy Day in AI: Gemini's side panel magic in Google Workspace

Jul 31, 2024
3 min read

Updated: Aug 1, 2024

Hello, AI Enthusiasts.

Happy Wednesday! Wow, we’re at the halfway point of the week.

As you settle in for the evening, let's explore the latest AI news and innovations that have been buzzing this week.

Here's another crazy day in AI:

How to write effective prompts for Gemini in Workspace
Microsoft study on AI and real-world productivity
Meta introduces custom AI Studio
Some AI tools to try out

TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: Tips for using Gemini in the Workspace side panel

Gemini for Google Workspace / Your always-on AI assistant across Google Workspace—as sales associate

Are you making the most out of your AI tools in the workspace?

Imagine having a super-smart assistant right at your fingertips, ready to help you tackle your daily work tasks with ease. That's exactly what Google's Gemini in the Workspace side panel aims to be. In a recent article on The Keyword, Google's official blog, Molly McHugh-Johnson shares some invaluable tips on how to make the most of this AI sidekick across Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive.

Here's the cheat sheet to becoming a prompt-writing pro:

Take Cues from Suggestions: Start with product-specific suggestions in the side panel to leverage tasks Gemini excels at within each app.
Focus on Basics: Use persona, task, context, and format in your prompts for clear and relevant results.
Use @ Symbol: Reference other files in your prompts to provide more context and connect information seamlessly.
Experiment and Iterate: Refine your prompts and experiment with different approaches to achieve better outcomes.
Share Insights: Collaborate and share what works and what doesn’t to continuously improve your use of Gemini.

The world of work is evolving, and Gemini in the Workspace side panel is leading the charge. It's not just about working harder; it's about working smarter. As you dive into the world of AI-assisted productivity, remember that every master was once a beginner.

Start small, experiment often, and don't be afraid to push the boundaries of what you think is possible. Who knows? You might just discover a workflow so smooth, you'll wonder how you ever managed without it.

So why not give it a try? Your next great idea might just be a prompt away.

Read the full article here.

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Microsoft study on AI and real-world productivity

/Jaffe, S., Shah, N.P., Butler, J., Farach, A., Cambon, A., Hecht, B., Schwarz, M. and Teevan, J. eds. 2024

This report from Microsoft explores how generative AI, specifically tools like Microsoft Copilot, enhances productivity in real workplace environments. Through a series of studies, including a large-scale randomized controlled trial, the research shows that AI tools can significantly boost productivity. However, the impact varies by role, function, and organization. The report also highlights the importance of adoption and utilization for maximizing AI's benefits.

Read the paper here.

Meta introduces custom AI Studio

/Meta Newsroom

Meta introduces AI Studio, a platform allowing users to create, share, and discover custom AI characters without needing technical skills. Users can design AIs for various purposes, from generating memes to providing travel advice. Creators can also use AI Studio to automate responses to common questions, helping them engage more efficiently with their audience.

Another Crazy Day in AI: Wearable tech listens and learns from your conversations

Jul 29, 2024
3 min read

Updated: Aug 1, 2024

Hello, AI Enthusiasts.

We hope you had a restful weekend and are ready to dive into a fresh start.

Monday is here, and so are the latest developments in AI. Let's get started!

Here's another crazy day in AI:

Wearable tech gets smarter with Bee AI
Key considerations and tips on creating clear AI policies
Tech giant deploys AI to streamline traffic flow
Some AI tools to try out

TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: Bee AI's $7M bet on wearable assistants

Image Source: Bee AI / "Bee AI raises $7M for its wearable AI assistant that learns from your conversations" by Ivan Mehta on TechCrunch

Are you ready for an AI assistant that you could wear and actually gets you?

In an exciting development in wearable tech, Bee AI has raised $7 million to advance its innovative AI-powered wearable assistant. Ivan Mehta's recent article on TechCrunch, offers an inside look at how Bee AI, founded by Maria de Lourdes Zollo and Ethan Sutin, aims to create a device that learns from your conversations, helps with daily tasks, and keeps your privacy in mind.

Here’s what makes Bee AI stand out:

Funding and Development: The company has raised $7 million from investors like Exor, Greycroft, and Banana Capital.
Smart Wearable: The assistant listens to your conversations, helps with notes, reminders, and task management, and even pairs with an Apple Watch app.
Features: Early features include reading notifications, writing emails, and offering shopping suggestions. The device has a mute button and potential future commands.
Market Position: Bee AI is part of a growing field with competitors like Limitless and Friend, focusing on refining wearable AI technology.
Privacy Measures: To address privacy concerns, Bee AI uses transcripts instead of recordings and plans to exclude non-users’ voices from its data.

The product is currently in beta. Before its official launch, Bee AI plans to introduce consent protocols for non-users’ voices and emphasizes that it only uses transcripts, not audio recordings, for learning. Orders are anticipated to begin before Black Friday.

You might be wondering: “Will this AI assistant take over my life?” It’s a great question, especially with a $7 million investment riding on it! Will these new AI helpers make our lives easier or just add another layer of complexity? And, who knows, maybe they'll even start finishing our sentences!

What’s your take? Excited to try out a wearable AI, or do you prefer the simplicity of good old post-it notes? Let us know!

Read the full article here.

OTHER INTERESTING AI HIGHLIGHTS:

Key considerations and tips on creating clear AI policies

/Avi Gesser, Matt Kelly, Melyssa Eigen, and Ned Terrace on Debevoise Data Blog

When crafting AI policies, businesses struggle with defining AI and knowing when AI governance should apply. Commonly, firms adopt regulatory definitions, but these can be ambiguous, posing compliance challenges. Alternatives include adding examples to definitions, using clear and simple definitions, matching policies to regulatory obligations, and creating separate policies for generative AI. Key considerations for drafting AI definitions involve clarity and coverage of high-risk models under regulatory scrutiny.