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Exclusive: Musk pushes plan for China data to power Tesla's AI ambitions

May 17, 2024, 9:18 a.m. • Reuters • (3 Minute Read)
In an exclusive report by Fanny Potkin for Reuters, it was revealed that Tesla is working on a plan to utilize data from China to advance its self-driving technology. This strategic shift, spearheaded by Elon Musk, involves establishing a data center in China to train the algorithm needed for autonomous vehicles. The company has also been seeking approval from Chinese regulators to transfer data generated by its EVs within China to the U.S. for its "Full Self Driving" (FSD) system. The potential of setting up a data center in China was discussed during Musk's recent meeting with Chinese officials. This move by Tesla reflects the growing significance of AI and data in the development of autonomous driving technologies, especially in the world's largest car market.

Generative AI Getting Blended Into Smart Mirrors Might Reveal More Naked Truths Than People Can Handle

Jan. 18, 2024, 4:13 a.m. • Forbes • (24 Minute Read)

The integration of generative AI into smart mirrors is causing quite a stir, as it blends high-tech capabilities with a familiar household item. With generative AI becoming increasingly popular, vendors are now incorporating it into bathroom mirrors, giving rise to AI-infused mirrors that can carry on fluent dialogues with users. The combination of generative AI and mirrors has its roots in the gradual progression of mirrors becoming more high-tech, with smart mirrors already allowing users to access the Internet and use various computer functionalities. This new blend of generative AI and mirrors is expected to revolutionize the way we interact with technology in our everyday lives. However, the use of generative AI in this setting raises significant concerns, particularly due to the vulnerabilities associated with generative AI, including false confidence, lack of uncertainty indication, and the potential for deceptive responses. These vulnerabilities, combined with the ingrained beliefs about the magical qualities of mirrors, may lead users to trust the AI-infused mirrors more than they should, potentially exposing them to misinformation and false assurances.

Steering Towards Autonomy: The Vanguard Companies Driving the Future of Self-Navigating Vehicles

Oct. 25, 2023, 6 p.m. • AiDebrief.com • (3 Minute Read)

The autonomous vehicle industry involves several key players, including Tesla, Waymo, GM and Cruise, Uber, Motional, Baidu, Argo AI, and others like AutoX, Zoox, Embark Trucks, Magna International, and May Mobility. Tesla focuses on Tesla Vision and its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving software, having amassed 150 million miles on FSD Beta. Waymo, originating from Google's Self-Driving Car Project, boasts over 20 million autonomous miles and offers services like Waymo One and Waymo Via. GM's Cruise developed the all-electric Cruise Origin, while GM offers Super Cruise technology. Uber's ATG collaborates with Toyota for self-driving taxis. Motional uses advanced sensors for autonomous vehicles in partnership with rideshare companies. Baidu's Apollo Project is an open-source platform for self-driving technology. Argo AI works with Ford and Volkswagen on autonomous driving. These companies are pushing forward in areas such as autonomous passenger cars, self-driving taxis, and autonomous trucks, aiming to revolutionize travel and enhance road safety.