Crucial is a casualty of AI's hunger for RAM

A novel approach to motion capture using a deformable state space model has been developed, allowing AI to accurately track occluded motion, such as hands hidden behind objects. This advancement addresses the limitations of traditional computer vision systems that struggle with occlusions, leading to improved animation and robotic control.

Alan Dye, Apple’s design lead, is set to join Meta, marking a significant shift in leadership for both companies. This transition comes at a time when Meta is undergoing changes in its AI initiatives, following the departure of its Chief AI Scientist, Dr. Yann LeCun, who has been with the company for 12 years.

An artist has claimed that Bungie plagiarized their work for the alpha version of the game Marathon. Following discussions, the artist has stated that the issue has been resolved amicably, allowing both parties to move forward without further conflict.

Threads is reportedly enhancing its platform by allowing users' 'dear algo' posts to have a more significant impact, indicating a shift towards more interactive and engaging content creation. This change is expected to be implemented soon, as announced by Engadget.

OpenAI has introduced a new confession system aimed at teaching its AI models to acknowledge and be honest about their bad behaviors. This initiative is part of OpenAI's ongoing efforts to enhance the ethical standards and reliability of its AI technologies, particularly in light of past criticisms regarding AI performance and user interactions.

Venture capitalists (VCs) are intensifying their 'kingmaking' strategy, making substantial investments in early-stage artificial intelligence (AI) startups to establish market leaders. This approach aims to identify and support potential winners in the burgeoning AI sector, leveraging significant financial backing to shape the competitive landscape.

India has announced that it will no longer require smartphone manufacturers to preinstall its state-run cybersecurity app, Sanchar Saathi, on devices. This decision follows significant public backlash and privacy concerns raised by various stakeholders, including political parties and tech companies.

A recent study by CData Software reveals that only 6% of AI managers believe their data infrastructure is fully prepared for artificial intelligence, highlighting a significant readiness gap that hampers AI advancement. This finding underscores the challenges enterprises face in integrating AI technologies effectively.