Grok has no limits...

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What’s in store:

• Grok is taking AI creativity to a whole different level.

• Google launches its latest AI update for Android.

• Around the web: Eric Schmidt blamed remote work for Google being slow to respond to ChatGPT's rise.

• Learn about the future of ice cream with Dice Cream!

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GROK

Grok, creating everything and anything

xAI's Grok chatbot, available to X Premium subscribers, now lets users create images from text prompts and share them on the platform.

However, the launch has been bumpy, reflecting the broader issues on Elon Musk's social network.

With a more lax attitude to censorship, some users have used this tool to create controversial images, including inappropriate depictions of political figures.

With the US elections approaching and X under increased scrutiny from European regulators, concerns about the misuse of generative AI are growing.

Here’s what you should know:

• Grok’s image creation has led to controversial and inappropriate content.

• The chatbot’s supposed safeguards seem inconsistent and unreliable.

• Regulators are closely watching X’s AI practices, raising concerns about potential violations of digital safety laws.

Rules are merely a suggestion

Although Grok claims to have protections against harmful content, these safeguards seem inconsistent and unreliable, for now.

The chatbot’s responses often contradict the platform's stated policies on sensitive content.

Unlike other AI tools like OpenAI’s DALL-E, Grok has fewer restrictions on image creation, allowing for potentially harmful or misleading content.

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Riddle Me This

A group of hikers is on a trail with a total elevation gain of 1000 feet. If they climb at a rate of 150 feet per hour, rounded up, how many hours will it take them to reach the top?

Nifty Numbers

65% of Consumers Still Believe in Businesses Using AI

Even with concerns about AI, 65% of consumers still trust businesses that use it. This shows that when companies are clear and responsible with AI, they can keep and even boost customer trust.

ANDROID

Google’s bold move to outshine Apple

Google has introduced new AI features for Android devices with the launch of the Gemini AI assistant, as it continues to outpace Apple in the AI race.

While Google’s hardware isn’t a big money-maker, these new Android updates could up revenue through the Gemini AI subscription service.

Gemini has been redesigned to allow users to interact naturally, similar to speaking with another person.

It can understand context, follow your thoughts, and handle complex tasks.

Starting now, you can bring up Gemini’s overlay on your current app to ask questions about what’s on your screen.

This feature will be available on hundreds of Android models.

Here are the latest updates:

• Gemini AI enables natural interaction and task management.

• The Pixel 9 series offers advanced AI technology with improved hardware.

• The Pixel Watch 3 features AI-driven workouts and extended battery life.

Match made in silicon heaven

Google is also adding third-party extension support for Gemini, allowing developers to integrate its capabilities into their apps.

The assistant's "Live" feature, available on select devices, allows for human-like conversations.

The Pixel 9 series, starting at $799, includes a year of Gemini Advanced subscription on the Pro models.

In contrast, Apple’s AI system is still in testing, with full deployment expected next year.

Enough to make me get rid of my iPhone? Not sure.

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Yesterday’s Poll

“This lawsuit...”

Unfair! I'm team AI - 55% ✅

Justice being served! I'm team copyright - 45%

Your Views:

“The LAION dataset was created to allow the development of programs to handle large scale data sources. It is valuable because of the size of its files, not what the files contain, and it was distributed under the Creative Commons license. This requires users to attribute copyrighted images and disclose if they were altered. Any responsibility or blame for copyright infringement should fall on the end user, not the creator of the dataset.” - wordwizard

“I feel AI art generators certainly do destroy creativity, but they are very good tools. Maybe come up with your own art to train them on or at least get consent and give compensation.” - waddre

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