Ever since Alphabet merged its AI units, DeepMind and Google Brain, it has experienced a shift in tempo and success in the highly competitive artificial intelligence market. The leadership of Senior Director Seshu Ajjarapu and Director Manish Gupta has proven to be a crucial factor in this transformation, as they share their insights on the truth behind the hype surrounding GenAI and the importance of commercialization in AI research. With successful launches of Gemini models and Pro versions, the team at Google DeepMind is demonstrating the power of convergence between various approaches to intelligence and paving the way for future breakthroughs in the field.
In its latest quarter, Google Cloud surpassed the $10 billion revenue milestone, with AI being the main driver for its growth. This accounts for 12.2% of parent company Alphabet's total revenues and marks a significant milestone for the company. However, with Wall Street questioning the success of these investments, CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted the need for continued efforts to translate AI technology into meaningful solutions in both the consumer and enterprise space. Despite seeing traction for AI solutions in areas like coding and customer service, Pichai acknowledges the need for further work in unlocking its full potential.
A report by global hiring platform, Indeed, reveals a sharp rise in job postings for AI and machine learning roles in various industries. This trend is indicative of the growing importance of technological innovation in today's job market. The service sector remains in demand, but the sanitation, construction, and infrastructure industries have seen the greatest increase in job postings. Additionally, the announcement of OpenAI's new ChatGPT model and Google's upcoming Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro Fold smartphones add to the excitement and opportunities in the tech world.
The highly anticipated science fiction film Kalki 2898 AD has shattered box office records in India, earning an impressive Rs 180 crore on its opening day. Despite the pandemic, the movie has managed to surpass the collections of previous blockbusters like KGF Chapter 2 and Jawan, with its Telugu version bringing in the most revenue. With a star-studded cast and an intriguing plot, the film is expected to have a strong weekend and potentially cross the Rs 500 crore mark.
In an effort to expand its collection of artists and songs for AI-generated music, YouTube is reportedly holding talks with major record labels. The platform has offered one-time payments to Universal, Sony, and Warner in exchange for permission to use their music for AI training. This development comes amidst lawsuits filed by the record labels against AI music generators for copyright infringement, and highlights the growing concern among musicians about the potential threat of AI to their creativity and compensation. YouTube has strict guidelines in place for creators and artists to label and remove AI-generated music, and Google has even launched a Music AI Incubator to address these concerns. This signals a growing trend of licensing deals with AI companies in the media industry.
Starlink, the satellite internet giant, has expanded its services once again, this time targeting backpackers and travellers. With its new portable Starlink Mini device, which can be taken on the go, the company aims to enhance internet access for those constantly on the move. This new development is expected to provide better connectivity options for people in over 75 countries, elevating their overall travel experience.