AI Edition - It's AI Time - 8 [22-04-2024]

 AI Edition - It's AI Time - 8


Cognizant and Microsoft announce global partnership

Cognizant and Microsoft are teaming up to bring generative AI and Copilots to millions, aiming for enterprise transformation and industry innovation. With 25,000 Microsoft 365 Copilot seats for its associates and plans to deploy Copilots to a million users, the focus is on driving industry-specific change, like automating tasks for emergency physicians. Cognizant's Advanced AI Lab and Innovation Studios will develop tailored solutions using Copilot Studio, all while prioritizing responsible AI practices through skilling programs for the workforce.


In a first, 80K school teachers to get AI training in Kerala

Around 80,000 secondary school teachers in Kerala are undergoing a three-day AI training program, led by KITE, to empower them with AI expertise by August 2024. The training covers AI techniques for summarization, image generation, prompt engineering, machine learning, data visualization, and assessment. Teachers will learn to personalize learning activities and resources, address privacy concerns, and mitigate algorithm bias. The program involves creating avatars, ensuring data privacy through G-Suite accounts, and training of Master Trainers and IT coordinators.


Intel will use AI to power talent identification

Intel plans to showcase its AI capabilities at the Paris 2024 Olympics, serving as the official AI partner. The company will offer immersive AI experiences, analyze athletes' performances, and enhance accessibility with 3D digital artifacts and navigation aids for the visually impaired. Intel aims to demonstrate its AI hardware and software to a global audience, collaborating with the IOC and OBS to innovate in areas like livestreaming and content creation using AI. Through its involvement in various aspects of the Games, Intel seeks to highlight the potential of AI in sports and beyond.


£8 million funding boost for AI to make boats smarter

Maritime Minister Lord Davies announces an £8 million funding boost for cutting-edge maritime technology in Southampton. The Smart Shipping Acceleration Fund will support feasibility studies for AI, robotics, and autonomous vessels, requiring match funding from the private sector. The initiative aims to enhance safety, optimize port operations, and reduce environmental impact, bolstering the economy and supporting coastal communities.


Brave Search is adopting AI to answer your queries

Brave Search has revamped its answer engine to include AI-synthesized responses worldwide, leveraging large language models and trusted data sources. The upgrade enables automatic or manual AI-enhanced answers to user queries. Brave acknowledges potential impacts on web publishers and plans to monitor and address the effects of AI-generated content on site traffic.

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