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Mark Zuckerberg reveals Meta’s Muse AI models are now available on Google Cloud, here's what Sundar Pichai said

Mark Zuckerberg announced that Muse Ember, Muse Spark 1.3, and Muse Wonder are now available on Google Cloud. The announcement received a positive response from Google CEO Sundar Pichai, who expressed his excitement. Muse Ember is designed for cost-efficient repetitive tasks and handles coding and document processing. Muse Wonder focuses on complex software engineering tasks with multi-step workflow capabilities and advanced reasoning.

AI can now build an OS from scratch, claims Anthropic

In just eight days, Anthropic's Claude Fable 5.2 created a functional prototype operating system. This involved more than 1,000 dedicated AI agents who tirelessly collaborated to craft and evaluate the code.

From streaming to software, microdrama startups rewrite their growth pitch

Peak XV Partners-backed Dashverse has discontinued its consumer platform DashReels and is looking to raise $30-40 million, largely for Frameo AI, its video production software for businesses. Eloelo, which raised $80 million this week led by Hornbill Capital and NBCUniversal, is investing in Dolphin AI, its new production suite, alongside content creation and international expansion.

Human, all too human: More than whether Jensen Huang can survive the scandal, can Nvidia survive Jensen Huang?

Nvidia's co-founder Jensen Huang has acknowledged an extramarital affair which has raised security concerns. He reportedly engaged with a Chinese businesswoman who may have influenced his lobbying efforts. Nvidia has initiated an independent investigation regarding these allegations and their implications. Although personal scandals might impact reputation, Huang's leadership is currently deemed important for the company's future. Nvidia's board maintains confidence in Huang as they navigate this challenging situation.

AI to boost industrial robotics growth, but manufacturers may benefit less than customers: S&P Global

Artificial intelligence is anticipated to significantly enhance the long-term prospects of industrial robotics and automation. Manufacturers may experience reduced benefits compared to their customers, as equipment utilization increases. Global industrial robot installations have increased markedly, driven by labour shortages and productivity needs. AI improvements are projected to further expand automation capabilities before achieving full autonomy. However, the overall impact on manufacturers' profits remains uncertain due to competitive market dynamics.

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Google sued over suicide-related AI chats on school computer

The parents of a 13-year-old girl have sued Google claiming she planned a potential suicide and funeral using its AI technology on a school-issued computer. Developers of fast-evolving AI technology are facing a litany of similar lawsuits in the US. OpenAI faces several wrongful death suits, including from the parents of 16-year-old Adam Raine, a teenager who committed suicide allegedly using methods advised by ChatGPT. Google and the startup Character.

AI sharpens cat-and-mouse hacking battle as companies strengthen defences

From hacked supermarket fridges and a record cryptocurrency theft at Binance to an emergency over flaws in widely used web software, companies worldwide are facing a wave of cyber threats executives say AI is accelerating

U.S. and Japanese Companies Struggle with Different Parts of AI Adoption—and Offer Different Lessons for Making It Work

Companies in both the U.S. and Japan are struggling to deploy AI, but often in very different ways. In the U.S., deployment is wide but shallow, meaning companies struggle to create real value with AI. In Japan, deployment has moved slowly, but where it has happened, it’s often deep and fruitful. Understanding what’s happening in both contexts offers important lessons for companies trying to develop an AI strategy and demonstrate ROI on their AI investments.

India’s IT sector needs a new talent architecture

Growing demand for AI-related services is challenging providers, as they struggle to generate significant revenue. Companies must redesign their workforce models to capture opportunities in an AI-driven market. Existing talent architectures focus on old skill sets and hierarchies, which are becoming less relevant. Investing in specialized roles and capabilities will better align with the new market demands.

Why are companies restricting AI access to employees

Goldman Sachs, Uber, JPMorgan and Nvidia are some of the global firms that have restricted their employees’ usage of AI tools

Binance hack exposes limits of crypto exchanges’ emergency shutdown controls

Binance is calling it a “sophisticated, multi-stage campaign” and “not a single isolated breach or a simple phishing incident.”

Binance says North Korean hackers stole $6.34 billion funds in a technical breach

Binance reported a cyberattack attributed to North Korea that compromised $6.34 billion in digital assets. Approximately $2.85 billion of the affected assets have since been frozen or intercepted. The attackers utilized fake job interviews and advanced malware to breach Binance's security systems. Subsequently, the company took steps to replenish the lost assets and mitigate the damage caused.

Corporate India's white-collar hiring rises 14% in October, led by manufacturing

Corporate India's white-collar hiring showed a 14% increase in October compared to the previous year. Notably, production and manufacturing roles experienced a significant growth of 39%. The demand for AI/ML skills also remained strong, leading to a 32% increase in hiring. Various sectors such as automobiles and BPO/ITeS witnessed substantial hiring increases as well. Overall, metropolitan areas like Hyderabad and Pune led in job growth during this period.

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Coders out, VCs in: Investors bet billions on AI-first services

The AI-native services firms’ promise of high margins and rapid growth with fewer people has attracted the interest of VC firms. If Distyl AI raised $175 million at a $1.8 billion valuation a year ago, Wonderful raised $550 million at a $5 billion valuation in September.

Cognizant sets up OpenAI Frontier Capability Group to help enterprises deploy AI at scale

Cognizant said it is scaling OpenAI across its own sales and customer success operations first, so clients can benefit from approaches tested at enterprise level.

AI can perform the work of 10 people, says Zoho’s Sridhar Vembu, warns of headcount impact

Sridhar Vembu, the visionary behind Zoho, raises alarms regarding the transformative role of AI on computer-related jobs. He posits that one AI-empowered individual might outperform several workers. While acknowledging impending job cuts, he is optimistic about fresh opportunities opening across different sectors. Vembu also points out the soaring costs tied to AI technologies, urging companies to pivot swiftly.

Zoho’s Sridhar Vembu sees a painful rebalancing of jobs in the AI age

Sridhar Vembu expressed concerns regarding the impact of artificial intelligence on computer-based employment. He indicated that AI could allow one person to perform the work of ten. Despite this productivity gain, he mentioned that not everyone would lose their jobs.

Freshworks acquires AI startup Robusta to strengthen IT operations platform

The acquisition will bring Robusta’s AI-based incident investigation technology to Freshservice, Freshworks’ IT service management platform. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed.

Amazon lays down AI usage guidelines for software engineers; here’s what it wants

Amazon recently issued internal guidelines regarding the use of artificial intelligence by its software engineers. The guidelines emphasize enhancing customer engagement while utilizing AI to tackle customer challenges effectively. Employees are cautioned against the practice of 'tokenmaxxing,' which could lead to increased costs and complexity. The company advocates for the development of 'Renaissance Developers' who merge AI tools with business understanding.

Amazon asks engineers to reconnect with customers as AI reshapes software development

A company-wide memo also suggested managers to look closely at teams using the least and the most AI; understand what holds back adoption and whether heavy users deliver more.