The article also covers various other AI-related topics, including the slowing progress of OpenAI due to a lack of new training data, the use of AI in creating the "last" Beatles song, a study showing that non-expert readers often prefer AI-generated poetry, and the ongoing experimentation with AI tools by media companies. It also mentions the increasing use of AI services by consumers, but highlights a gender gap in AI-skilled workers, with men making up 71% of the workforce.
Key takeaways:
- Elon Musk's influence over the Trump administration could lead to stricter safety standards on AI, including preventing the development of an artificial general intelligence, a system that matches or exceeds human intelligence.
- OpenAI's progress may be stalled due to a lack of new training data. The company is reportedly experimenting with synthetic data to overcome this issue.
- The Beatles' "last" original song, which was created with the help of AI technology, has been nominated for a Grammy in the best rock performance category.
- Media companies like The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal are experimenting with AI tools to enhance their reporting and provide new services to their readers.