XRB WIRE — Happy Friday!!! Anthropic, Gemini, Perplexity face Data Blocking, Synthetic Data Risks
Happy Friday! Anthropic, Perplexity Data Block, AI Synthetic Data Risks, OpenAI SearchGPT, HTC VIVE, Roblox, Deep Fakes, Tour de France AR, EA, Tools, Games & more. Let’s dive in — with this week’s episode of XRB Wire.
Data Restrictions Impact AI Development
With more countries imposing strict regulations, AI companies are finding it harder to gather and use data effectively. New research from the Data Provenance states that a significant portion of high-quality data has been restricted, impacting the growth of AI technologies like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Anthropic’s Claude.
There is a growing push-back from content creators, aggregators, and content platforms leading to paywalls, blocking, and litigation. Some believe AI can generate synthetic data to train itself, but concerns about the quality of such data persist. The University of Cambridge's study showed that AI-generated information, or synthetic data, contaminated the training set, raising questions about the future of AI development.
Zakhar Shumaylov, a co-author of the study, emphasized the need for caution in handling training data for AI models, as relying solely on AI-generated text can result in unreliable outcomes.
Creativity Boosts and Limits with AI
Recent research published in ‘Science Advances’ explores AI’s impact on human creativity. Evaluating the creativity of stories written with AI, the study revealed a leveling effect where less creative writers benefit more from AI assistance.
OpenAI’s SearchGPT Challenges Google
OpenAI is set to challenge industry giants like Google and Perplexity with its new AI-driven search engine, SearchGPT, aiming for more personalized and accurate search results by understanding user intent better.
How to Spot Deepfakes Using AI
Researchers recommend analyzing the eyes for signs of manipulation to identify deepfakes effectively. By examining how light reflects in the eyes, one can distinguish between real and fake content, safeguarding against misinformation.
Six Flags and Roblox Metaverse Collaboration
Six Flags' collaboration with Roblox brings the excitement of theme parks to the virtual world, enabling fans to experience rides and attractions digitally, blending real-world thrills with digital innovation.
NBC Sports’ AR Coverage of the Tour de France
NBC Sports integrates augmented reality features in its Tour de France coverage, providing fans with immersive experiences like live on-bike POV cameras, revolutionizing sports broadcasting and fan engagement.
AI in College Football Simulations
EA's application of AI technology in bringing college football players to life digitally showcases the potential of AI in creating realistic avatars and simulations, influencing the gaming and sports industries.
Bounce Arcade: VR Game Development
The innovative VR game "Bounce Arcade" promises a unique virtual reality gaming experience, pushing boundaries in VR gameplay and contributing to the growth of VR entertainment.
Meta’s AI Assistant for Quest Headsets
Meta's introduction of an AI assistant for Quest headsets aims to enhance the VR experience with intuitive interactions, making VR more accessible and engaging, potentially influencing the adoption of VR technology.
Google’s VR Blocks Goes Open Source
Google's decision to open source its VR Blocks tool provides developers with access to a vast library of models for creating and sharing 3D content more freely, fostering immersive experiences creation.
HTC Teases New Vive XR Headset
HTC's upcoming VIVE XR headset, the Focus 4, promises advanced features and performance catering to both gamers and professionals, though the high price point may limit consumer adoption.
