UK and Canada sign AI compute agreement

The UK and Canada have signed a landmark agreement to collaborate on the computing power needed to advance AI research and development.  The new Memorandum of Understanding on compute was signed in Ottawa by UK Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan and Canadian Minister for Innovation, Science and…

How AI Is Being Used to Solve the Mental Health Crisis

Most systems have struggled to identify how to provide quality mental health services that meet or exceed the basic therapeutic response, which often consists of merely evaluating a patient admitted to the psych ward of a hospital, sometimes medicating them, and quickly discharging them within a…

Sovereign AI: Nations Investing Billions in Homegrown AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) transforms various aspects of human society, such as the economy, health, education, security, and culture. As AI becomes more powerful and pervasive, many nations invest heavily in building their own AI capabilities and ecosystems, aiming to gain global competitive advantages and strategic influence….

Tutorial: How To Make and Share Custom GPTs

The realm of artificial intelligence is continually expanding, introducing groundbreaking tools that transform how we interact with technology. Among these innovations, custom Generative Pre-trained Transformers, commonly known as GPTs, have emerged as a fascinating development. These AI models, which go beyond standard ChatGPT capabilities, allow for…

How will AI impact the gambling industry?

The gambling industry, perpetually dynamic and adaptive to technological advancements, is experiencing a significant transformation with the integration of AI. The use of AI within this sector is reshaping the gambling landscape, bringing about profound changes in various facets of gambling operations and customer experiences.  Using…

OpenAI and Common Sense Media will promote safe AI use by families

OpenAI has announced a partnership with nonprofit Common Sense Media to educate families on responsible AI use. Leaders from both organisations shared the news onstage at the Common Sense Summit for America’s Kids and Families. Through the collaboration, OpenAI and Common Sense aim to empower parents,…

Evaluating Large Language Models: A Technical Guide

Large language models (LLMs) like GPT-4, Claude, and LLaMA have exploded in popularity. Thanks to their ability to generate impressively human-like text, these AI systems are now being used for everything from content creation to customer service chatbots. But how do we know if these models…

Navigating the Misinformation Era: The Case for Data-Centric Generative AI

In the digital era, misinformation has emerged as a formidable challenge, especially in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). As generative AI models become increasingly integral to content creation and decision-making, they often rely on open-source databases like Wikipedia for foundational knowledge. However, the open nature…

Financial services introducing AI but hindered by data issues

According to research by EXL, around 89 percent of insurance and banking firms in the UK have introduced AI solutions over the past year. However, issues with data optimisation could hinder their impact. The researchers surveyed executives at top UK insurers and lenders about their AI…