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Using ChatGPT at work could make your boss trust you less, even if you deliver better results, study of managers warns
A new study spanning six experiments finds that employees who use ChatGPT and other AI tools at work may be seen as less trustworthy by their bosses, even when they deliver better results. Researchers found that managers were more likely to trust employees who worked independently, while clear company policies encouraging AI use could help reduce the trust penalty.
Meta unveils India pricing for AI agent Muse ahead of local launch
Meta has announced the pricing details for its AI companion, Muse, in India. The subscription options are set at ₹1,799 for the 'Power' tier and ₹8,999 for the 'Maximum' tier. Users currently outside supported markets can register via a VPN. Muse aims to enhance user experience by integrating with various Meta services, positioning itself against local competitors like Instinct, available worldwide.
It's the ecosystem, stupid! Anand Mahindra celebrates India's rise to the top 3 in the AI race, beating the UK, Japan and South Korea
Anand Mahindra has welcomed India's rise to the top three in Stanford's global AI vibrancy rankings, ahead of countries such as Japan and South Korea. He believes India's software talent, systems integration expertise and huge domestic market could give it a significant advantage in the global AI race. Explaining his optimism, Mahindra said the next big AI opportunity could come from applications, industry-specific expertise and enterprise-wide adoption rather than chips and foundational AI models.
Indian organisations on edge as sites fail to Captcha AI intruders
Personal AI agents such as Instinct, Muse, Grokbot and OpenClaw have taken over the consumer internet in the US. But last month, major US banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Morgan Stanley, reportedly flagged AI agents such as Meta’s Muse accessing customer accounts using login credentials voluntarily shared by users laying bare the risks of handing AI agents the keys to consumers’ digital lives.
Decoded: Will AI agents outlast the hype?
Krish Ramineni, founder of AI note-taking company Fireflies.ai, said consumers were experimenting with applications ranging from shopping and price comparisons to booking flights and hotels, making restaurant reservations, managing bills and subscriptions, and seeking refunds.
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.
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44% of India’s GCCs now own platforms and AI outcomes: Report
Global Capability Centres in India are transitioning into AI capability hubs, significantly increasing salaries for digital professionals. The focus of GCCs is shifting from execution to innovation and strategic capabilities. Reports indicate that AI talent in India commands a significant wage premium due to higher demand. As GCCs expand their roles, the need for skilled talent in AI and related fields continues to grow.
US political candidates tailor messages for AI models used by voters
US political candidates have been engineering their campaign messages to appeal to the AI chatbots that more voters have been using to answer questions about issues, and documents seen by Reuters have revealed some of their strategies.
China won’t stop its AI from going global, but it wants control over how it travels
Proposed rules from China have raised concerns that it could make it harder for its AI companies to take their models overseas, at a time when developers globally were turning to Chinese models as a cheaper alternative to US offerings.
Jack Dorsey's Block launches Dessa; AI voice model trained entirely on 'human conversation'
Block has launched Dessa, an innovative AI voice model that engages in speech without using text. The model is capable of holding real-time conversations by recognising emotional cues such as laughter and sadness. Dessa operates by processing audio directly, avoiding the loss of tone that often occurs in text conversion. A small group of AI safety researchers will examine potential risks associated with the new model.
‘Brands need to be loved by humans and read by agents’: BCG’s Lauren Wiener on AI’s impact on marketing
The growing influence of AI and LLMs on purchase decisions is significant across various consumer touchpoints. Brands are now required to optimize content for both human and AI consumption to compete effectively. Marketing leaders are rethinking traditional media-budget allocation strategies in response to these changes. Personalisation and an integrated approach to agentic marketing are emerging as critical priorities for brands moving forward.
Eternal’s strong Q2 report; Exits outpace hiring at top IT firms
Happy Thursday! Eternal’s Q2 revenue surged on Blinkit’s growth. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Govt plans sovereign AI infrastructure with tighter control over data, GPUs
Not-so-sensitive yet relatively important categories will be managed through a new framework in which the state may own the hardware such as GPUs while private sector companies may run and operate it, the officials told ET.
Artificial intelligence may create more jobs than it replaces in India: Piyush Goyal
Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced that artificial intelligence is poised to generate significant job opportunities for the youth of India. While he noted the potential for initial disruption as job roles evolve, he stressed the necessity for workers to acquire new skills. Goyal pointed out that sectors like tourism and sports will always demand human interaction, indicating that India’s growth hinges on investment in manufacturing and technological innovations.
Build some, buy some, lock into none: Aditya Birla Capital's Pankaj Gadgil on buying AI
Gadgil said companies should retain the ability to build their own tools without waiting to recreate solutions available in the market.
AI startup Sarvam in talks for $300 million top-up; valuation may double to $3 billion
The startup builds Indian-language AI models and applications for government agencies and businesses, including banks and insurers. Its customers include Life Insurance Corp. of India, SBI Life, IDFC First Bank, Tata Capital and Cred. Maharashtra has approved deployment of Sarvam’s Indus AI workspace across departments for drafting, translation and document analysis, with government data hosted within India.
AI boom will need bigger telecom ‘pipes’; spectrum still a hurdle: COAI chief
Chief Dr SP Kochhar said the industry remains concerned about the scale of investments required, particularly as operators continue to look for viable ways to monetise 5G.
Meet Diogo Almeida, former OpenAI researcher behind Jev, an AI model designed to deliver structured answers, scores and yes-or-no decisions
TypeSafe AI, a startup led by Almeida, has developed Jev. The model had attracted attention in Silicon Valley as companies explore alternatives to traditional large language models (LLMs). Unlike chatbots that generate text in response to prompts, Jev classifies information into predefined outcomes. these can include a yes-or-no answer, a numerical score or a choice from a fixed list of options.
Chinese developer makes ARTEX AI agent closed-source after Korean bank hack
The Chinese developer of ARTEX said they have converted the AI agent to a closed-source project after cybersecurity firms identified it as a tool used in a recent cyberattack campaign against South Korean banks.
India's semiconductor push, agentic AI set to reshape telecom and connected devices: Industry leaders
India's semiconductor ambitions and the rapid adoption of agentic artificial intelligence (AI) are set to reshape the country's technology and telecom ecosystem, with industry leaders seeing opportunities across chip design, domestic manufacturing, autonomous networks, enterprise solutions and next-generation connectivity.
CoRover wins govt tender to build national unified AI assistant platform
Implementation to begin within 4 months with DigiLocker, will scale to hundreds of central, state departments, CEO says.
In 2016, an entrepreneur invested $2,000 in a pet-hair lint roller; years later, his Amazon business generates $10 million
Kyle Binder, founder of PetLovers, started his e-commerce business with $2,000, a student grant and a single Amazon listing for a lint roller. The business evolved into an international pet hair removal brand that generated $10 million a year in revenue. Binder explains in a How I AI episode how he uses artificial intelligence, automation and data to run the company’s operations. He talks about PetLovers Cortex, its own AI system based on LLMs, and tools like ChatGPT, ClickUp, Odoo and the Amazon Seller SP-API. The conversation also covers sustainable systems, inventory, analytics, workflow, hiring and business strategy.
AI productivity gains reflecting in salaries would take another 12 months: Wipro’s Jasjit Kang
Wipro’s Jasjit Kang says broad productivity improvements remain elusive as the company looks for stronger AI, problem-solving and learning skills in new hires.
Dodging SaaSocalypse: AI’s enterprise moment could belong to IT services
ITC Infotech's merger with Happiest Minds highlights the trend of mid-market consolidation in response to AI advancements. The global IT market faces challenges, requiring companies to adopt AI-centric capabilities for survival. Enterprises are burdened with legacy systems, which present both challenges and opportunities for funding technological transformations. Companies will need to adapt to the evolving landscape by integrating AI into existing frameworks effectively.
Not the story of AI, but of individual AIs
The rise of biographies dedicated to AI, especially large language models, is gaining momentum. These stories would document the journey of AIs, from their inception and learning processes to real-world applications. This demand for engaging storytelling could lead to novel genres, such as AI biopics, fostering a deeper connection between humans and AI through relatable narratives and potentially creating a unique market for literature and film.
Sridhar Vembu has a big warning for software engineers amid AI layoffs: 'Nobody knows anything here'
Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu warns engineers about excessive AI dependence in coding. He urges developers to maintain understanding while utilizing artificial intelligence tools. An engineer shared concerns about AI driving coding processes at a large company. This reliance reportedly increases employee pressure and reduces critical thinking. The industry is moving too fast with AI, risking potential disaster.
‘I would never want to lose him’: Jamie Dimon backs Chandra, flags India tax hurdles and sees AI paying off
Jamie Dimon sees India as a fast-growing economy with bright future prospects. He believes consistent regulations and taxing policies will strengthen foreign investment. The RBI's plan to raise dollars is viewed as appropriate for supporting the rupee. AI is a real investment, though its long-term revenue generation remains uncertain. Dimon supports transparency and good governance, especially concerning Tata Group's leadership.
Five breaches by AI agents over the past year
As the rush to deploy newer AI agents races ahead of itself, due diligence is diluted and oversight slackens, resulting in an increased number of cybersecurity incidents globally.
AI apocalypse belief, such an uncool look
Believing in an AI apocalypse is socially awkward and makes one appear foolish. Optimism is historically favored, while pessimism about extinction faces significant social hurdles. Catastrophes often suffer from poor public relations, making warnings seem melodramatic. Fearing machines created by humans also carries an inherent embarrassment for many.
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