🐰 AI Avatars: New Friends or Digital Ghosts?

AI continues its rapid advancement across multiple fronts. In this edition of the BunnyPixel newsletter, we'll break down the latest AI news and breakthroughs with a few fun bits along the way. Lets get started…

Welcome to the Age of Digital Avatars

Digital avatars, once confined to the realm of video games, are now making their presence felt in various aspects of our lives. From assisting us in navigating websites to immersing us in virtual reality, these AI-driven characters are becoming ubiquitous. Their advancements are such that they can now replicate our appearance and thought processes, ushering in a world of exciting possibilities (and admittedly, a few concerns too).

Reid Hoffman's Chat with Himself: How Cool Is That?

Picture having a conversation with yourself. It may sound peculiar, but Reid Hoffman, the mastermind behind LinkedIn, turned this into a reality. He crafted a digital replica, named it Reid AI, and engaged in a discussion about his preferred books and business strategies. This experiment wasn't just a whimsical act—it showcased how AI could be harnessed for learning, rehearsing speeches, or potentially hosting your own YouTube channel in the future.

In China, Keeping Memories Alive with AI

In China, digital avatars are assuming a more poignant role, aiding people in cherishing and reconnecting with their departed loved ones. Individuals can engage in conversations with avatars that bear a striking resemblance to their deceased family members, thanks to companies like Silicon Intelligence. While this can provide immense solace, it also raises significant questions about privacy, ethics, and emotional well-being.

Dating in the AI Era: Less Awkward Small Talk?

Here's a wild idea from Bumble's founder, Whitney Wolfe Herd: what if AI could handle the awkward parts of dating? Imagine your own AI "wingman" screening potential dates for you. While it sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, it could make dating more straightforward—or it could make it weirdly impersonal. Only time will tell! Or we could even …let the bots date the bots !

The Dark Side: When Avatars Get Too Real

But it's not all fun and games. As AI gets smarter, avatars might start doing things independently, which can get creepy. Take the so-called "deadbots," for example, that let you chat with simulations of deceased people. It's a controversial tech, and some folks are worried about the psychological effects of talking with a digital ghost.

Final Thoughts: Walking the Fine Line

Digital avatars are fascinating and offer a glimpse into what the future of technology might hold. But as we dive deeper into this world, we have to keep asking the tough questions about how it affects our morals, our minds, and our society. Let's embrace the cool stuff while staying alert to the challenges. Here's to navigating the digital future together—avatars and all!

…and one more fun AI Avatar related item… Hong Kong University Brings Albert Einstein to Life Using AI, Transforming Him into a Virtual Lecturer

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More AI Music

Coming soon, we'll discuss how ElevenLabs, a big name in voice AI, is gearing up to shake things up in the music world. They're working on a cool new AI that can turn your text ideas into songs, lyrics, and music! 

Like Suno and Udeo, which we've chatted about before, ElevenLabs is stepping into the AI music game. The competition for this space is heating up this year, but Eleven's tech has yet to be ready for prime time, so Suno and Udeo have the lead. Keep an eye out for more on this as we see how it all plays out!

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AlphaFold 3 Unlocks Molecular Mysteries

Google DeepMind has made a significant stride with the launch of AlphaFold 3, an advanced AI that aids scientists in comprehending the intricate workings of life's building blocks such as proteins and DNA. This breakthrough tool is set to revolutionize medicine and science, streamlining the process and reducing costs in understanding the interactions of these microscopic components. 

It’s now accessible for free through the AlphaFold Server, a platform that invites researchers from all corners to harness this technology, potentially accelerating their work and leading to transformative advancements in health and other fields.

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Open AI To Announce New Features Today

10 AM PST today, Mon May 13, 2024, OpenAI will announce new features and likely some hints about what is coming in the future. You can see the updates on their website https://openai.com

Bits and Bytes

• ‘Not being subject to the EU’s regulatory fervour is massively working in our favour’ - AI thrives in Brexit Britain

• ‘Superior capabilities’: Chinese AI can make flooding forecast for every river on Earth

• Rifle-carrying robot dogs first shown in 2021 now in US Marine Special Forces testing

• Adobe introduces Acrobat AI Assistant with improved document efficiency for enterprise customers

• Alibaba says its Tongyi Qianwen AI models are used by over 90,000 corporate clients in China

• Perplexity AI Partners with SoundHound AI to Bring LLMs-Powered Voice Assistants Across Cars and IoT Devices

• Rad AI, a startup that helps radiologists save time on report generation, raises $50M Series B from Khosla Ventures

• IBM's Granite Code open-source models outperform larger rivals in programming tasks

• Daimler’s driverless semi trucks will hit the road in 2027

• Retell AI lets companies build ‘voice agents’ to answer phone calls

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And that’s a wrap for today. See you in the next issue…

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