AI Company CEO's Chat with Gov't Officials | Pi, the new AI on the Block

Hello and welcome to the latest edition, May 4th 2023, of the Digital_Neuron newsletter. The best way to keep up-to-date with what is happing in AI, test out new and useful tools, get some extra credit reading and a chance to spread your artistic wings. ONWARD!

Top News Of The Day

• Google, Microsoft, OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs meet w\Gov’t officials

  • U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is set to hold a meeting with major technology companies, including Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI, to discuss the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on national security, job creation, and privacy. The agenda includes topics such as AI regulations, public-private partnerships, and addressing biases in AI systems. The meeting aims to foster collaboration between the public and private sectors to ensure responsible AI development and its positive impact on society.

• Pi, a new chatbot coming for ChatGBT and other leading AI companies

  • Inflection AI, a startup founded by ex-DeepMind employees, has launched a new AI chatbot called Pi. The chatbot is designed to interact with users in a more human-like manner, offering personalized and context-aware responses. The company aims to revolutionize the customer support and sales industries by providing a chatbot that understands users better and delivers tailored solutions. Inflection AI has raised $225 million in funding from the likes of Sequoia, Coatue and Initialized Capital.

• Corporations cracking down on the use of ChatGPT after sensitive data is leaked

  • Samsung has banned the use of generative AI tools like ChatGPT within the company after an internal data leak in April. The incident involved a ChatGPT model unintentionally revealing sensitive information during an internal presentation. Although the information was not made public, the incident raised concerns about the potential risks of using AI tools that have been trained on large datasets, which may inadvertently learn and expose confidential data.

    Samsung's decision has sparked a debate within the tech community on the use and regulation of AI tools in the workplace. Some argue that these tools can boost productivity and improve communication, while others caution against potential privacy breaches and unintended consequences.

    In response to the incident, Samsung is reportedly developing its own internal AI solutions with more stringent security measures to prevent future data leaks. The company is also considering collaboration with external AI partners who can provide robust privacy assurances.

    As AI continues to advance, the Samsung data leak incident highlights the importance of balancing the benefits of AI tools with potential risks. Companies must prioritize data privacy and security, while fostering a responsible approach to AI implementation in the workplace.

• Hackers using chatbots to spread malware

  • A new malware campaign has been discovered on Facebook, where hackers are leveraging ChatGPT to craft convincing phishing messages. The hackers utilize the AI's natural language processing capabilities to create personalized and contextually relevant messages, increasing the likelihood that users will fall for the scam.

    Security researchers at Cybereason have identified that the attackers are primarily targeting Facebook users, urging them to click on malicious links disguised as promotions, discounts, or account verification requests. Upon clicking the link, victims are directed to a fake website designed to steal their login credentials and personal information.

    The use of AI-powered chatbots like ChatGPT in such attacks significantly increases the challenge of identifying and preventing phishing attempts. Traditional anti-phishing tools, which rely on detecting common patterns and keywords, may struggle to identify these more advanced and contextually diverse attacks.

    In response to the growing threat, cybersecurity experts are urging users to be vigilant and exercise caution when clicking on links or sharing personal information on social media platforms. Companies and individuals are also advised to invest in advanced security solutions and user education to counter the evolving tactics employed by cybercriminals.

    The malware campaign highlights the darker side of AI's potential, as malicious actors exploit its capabilities to enhance their attacks, posing a significant challenge to cybersecurity in the digital age.

Useful Tools To Try Out

• MyFit AI is a personal trainer in your pocket!

• Alphawatch make financial market research easy

• JamGBT is your friendly code debugger

• Use OppFlow to streamline all your content creation

Reads That You Need

• 5 Ways To Make ChatGPT Work For You

• Geoffrey Hinton, a pioneer in artificial intelligence, resigns from Google over ethical fears

• Chegg stock sinks after CEO says ChatGPT hurt growth

• Hollywood writers scared of ChatGBT?

Accounts to follow

• Elon Musk | nothing

• AIORBIT | Project creating exclusive AI tools & art.

• Big AI List | Useful collection of most notable AI companies, blogs and links

• MULTI·ON | Meet the world's first GPT-powered Web Co-Pilot & AI personal assistant

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