Strange Daily: Issue #7

Google’s next-level AI model rumored to launch this fall, Microsoft adds game streaming to Xbox, MIT develops invisible BrightMarkers for enhanced 3D object interaction

Happy Thursday! Here are the latest rundowns in the world of AI and creativity.

Latest news

  • Google's most awaited AI project Gemini might release this fall, the model pairs text and image generation to create a multifunctional tool that it claims will beat OpenAI's GPT-4 [Link]

  • OpenAI proposes a new way to use GPT-4 for content moderation [Link]

  • Youtube launches a new TikTok-style short-form personalized video feed called “Samples” that offers a glimpse into the artist, music video and feel of a recommended song [Link]

  • Google introduces Memories, an AI-generated scrapbook-like timeline for photos [Link]

  • Microsoft adds a new Xbox Game Bar integration for Teams that lets users stream their gameplay to friends over Microsoft Teams [Link]

🤝 Partnerships

  • Google reportedly working with Scale AI to test AI that offers life advice: Developing over 20 tools for life advice, planning and tutoring [Link]

  • MoodConnect collaborates with enterprise-grade distributed cloud storage provider Storj: Revolutionizes mental health monitoring with AI-powered tracker [Link]

  • LA GOLF partners with Sportsbox AI to launch a motion-based fitting experience [Link]

🎓 Recent Academic Papers

  • Google DeepMind researchers release SynJax: A deep learning library for JAX structured probability distribution [Link to abstract/full-text]

  • DeepMind researchers propose AlphaStar Unplugged: A leap forward in large-scale offline reinforcement learning by mastering the real-time strategy game StarCraft II [Link to abstract/full-text]

  • MIT researchers introduce BrightMarkers: An invisible tracking system that enhances 3D object tracking [Link to abstract/full-text]

🔧 Cool Tools and Experiments

  • Google introduces built-in generative AI for Chrome that summarizes articles [Link]

  • Zero Zero launches HOVERAirX1, a pocket-sized self-flying camera that captures cinematic shots without the need for a controller or app [Link]

  • GoDaddy introduces adds AI-powered instant video capabilities within its studio for content creators [Link]

  • Zen Media launches Snooze or News, a generative AI tools to predict newsworthiness [Link]

💰 Latest Startup Fundings

  • OpenAI acquires AI design studio Global Illumination [Link]

  • Conversational chatbot building platform Voiceflow raises $15M in funding [Link]

Stay Strange,

Tara 

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