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Welcome to another edition of Horizon AI,
At CES 2024, numerous companies are vying for attention, presenting their innovative AI-based products. Amidst this tech frenzy, a device known as the Rabbit r1 is emerging as a standout.
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Here's what's new today in the Horizon AI
A Chart to Kickstart Your Day 📈: ChatGPT’s path to 100M users
Rabbit R1: A Pocket-Sized Revolution in AI Tech 🤖
Valve Updates its Steam Policy on AI
Trending AI Tool of the day: Luma AI's Genie 1.0: a groundbreaking text-to-3D model
AI Image of The Day🎨: Zooming in
The Latest in AI and Tech 💡
A chart to kickstart your day
ChatGPT’s path to 100M users
Source: Chart
ChatGPT reached one million users in 5 days and 100 million in just two months, much faster than platforms like Instagram and Spotify.
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RABBIT
Rabbit R1: A Pocket-Sized Revolution in AI Tech 🤖
Source: Rabbit
Rabbit, an emerging AI startup, has announced the R1 - a standalone $199 device powered by a novel Large Action Model (LAM) designed to interact with applications and perform complex tasks.
The R1's LAM has been trained on human interaction data from popular apps such as Spotify and Uber. This allows it to navigate these apps natively without specialized programming. It serves as a universal controller for applications and is primarily voice-controlled
Introducing r1. Watch the keynote.
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— rabbit inc. (@rabbit_hmi)
6:00 PM • Jan 9, 2024
Notably, the R1 processes data on-device, avoiding privacy concerns associated with voice assistants that rely on cloud processing. The minimal hardware includes a 2.88” touch display, rotating camera, and scroll wheel that facilitate versatile voice or manual control.
Essentially, the R1 represents specialized hardware for a next-generation AI assistant that promises to handle Internet-based tasks with the flexibility of a human user. According to Rabbit CEO Jesse Lyu, the device is likely to compete with devices like Humane's new AI Pin or Amazon’s Alexa rather than regular smartphones.
The R1 is now available for pre-order at $199, shipping in March.
VALVE
Valve Updates its Steam Policy on AI
Source: Steam
Valve has implemented new rules regarding AI-generated content in games published on Steam. Previously, Valve rejected titles containing assets created by AI, citing copyright concerns. However, under the new guidelines:
Developers must disclose the use of AI tools to generate content like art, code, or audio
The Steam page will note the use of AI and let players report concerning material
The goal is to balance innovation and safety. Players can make informed purchases, while developers utilize AI within legal bounds.
As AI technology and relevant laws progress, Valve may adapt its stance further. For now, most AI games can publish on Steam with appropriate transparency.
This announcement follows developer complaints when previously barred from Steam over AI content rights issues. Valve later clarified its review process reflects copyright law, not just their views.
Trending AI Tool
Luma AI's Genie 1.0: a groundbreaking text-to-3D model
Genie is a text-to-3d model capable of creating any 3d object in under 10 seconds with materials, quad mesh retopology, variable polycount, and in all standard formats.
Source: Genie 1.0
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AI Image of The Day
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The latest in AI and Tech
Walmart introduces AI-powered innovations to make shopping faster and easier
Source: Walmart
Walmart is exploring AI tools to transform the shopping experience, announcing an InHome replenishment service that aims to predict and automatically order items based on your habits. While still in the early stages, it shows Walmart's commitment to using AI for quicker, easier shopping. The company also unveiled new generative AI search engine for Walmart’s iOS app at CES 2024.
Mercedes Supercharges In-Car Assistant with AI
Source: Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz is upgrading its MBUX in-vehicle voice assistant with generative AI to enable more natural conversations. By implementing large language models that power today's most capable chatbots, MBUX will gain predictive abilities to better understand drivers' needs and preferences. For example, it may proactively brief you on headlines, route you to meetings if running late, or adjust tone based on your mood. Mercedes joins automakers like BMW and Volkswagen rushing to bring the latest advancements in artificial intelligence to their vehicles.
Pennsylvania tests ChatGPT for government work
Pennsylvania is launching a pilot program for state employees to use ChatGPT Enterprise. A small number of workers will test the AI tool to streamline administrative tasks like creating copies and job postings. The goal is to improve services for citizens without direct public interaction. If successful, access may expand across Pennsylvania agencies.
That’s a wrap!