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We’ve just learned about a groundbreaking factory capable of producing a smartphone every second without any human intervention. Impressive indeed, but imagine the amount of waste when smartphones become disposable tech and the potential drop in the value. This shift will also impact employment and introduce new cybersecurity challenges. Additionally, we have insights on the levels of AGI recently presented by OpenAI. What level are we currently at? Let’s dive in and explore…

• 📰 News and Trends.

• There are Levels to AGI, Here They Are.

• The Future Factory Will Create a Mobile phone per second.

• 🧰 AI Tools (Transcribers II)

• The Rise of Intelligent Meal-Packing Robots.

📰 AI News and Trends

• Meta's New Patent Combats AI Voice Dupes with Vibration Authentication (DailyUpside)

• More cosmetics firms are embracing AI to boost sales, using it to tailor products to customer's needs (BoF)

• Samsung to launch upgraded voice assistant Bixby this year with its own AI (CNBC)

• Is Samsung’s Galaxy Ring The Smart Ring to Rule Them All (Cnet)

🌐 Other News

• Thermonuclear Blasts and New Species: Inside Elon Musk’s Plan to Colonize Mars (NYT)

• Scientists Discover a New Hormone that Can Build Strong Bones (UCSF)

• Tesla plans to delay its highly anticipated robotaxi introduction from August to October (Bloomberg)

• An Illinois law requires parents to give 15% of earnings to children who star in their videos (TubeFilter)

• Texas Power Outages Spur Calls for Communication App; Whataburger Aids Residents Amid Heat Crisis (CNN)

There are Levels to AGI, Here They Are.

OpenAI has introduced a five-level system to track its progress towards achieving human-level artificial general intelligence (AGI). Currently, OpenAI is at the first level, which involves conversational AI. The company is nearing the second level, termed "Reasoners," where AI can perform basic problem-solving akin to a human with a PhD but without tools. The third level, "Agents," involves AI performing tasks over several days, while the fourth level, "Innovators," describes AI aiding in new inventions. This system, designed by OpenAI executives, will evolve with employee, investor, and board feedback. Recently, OpenAI integrated its “Superalignment” team’s responsibilities into other research efforts.

The Future Factory Will Create a Mobile phone per second.

Xiaomi's new factory in Changping, Beijing, will operate 24/7 without human intervention. It can produce one smartphone per second, supported by self-maintaining, micron-level dust removal systems. Xiaomi invested 2.4 billion yuan in this project, which covers 81,000 square meters and has an annual capacity of 10 million flagship smartphones.

Economic Impact:

1. Job Dynamics:

• Displacement: Automation may lead to job losses in traditional roles.

• New Jobs: New opportunities will emerge in robotics, AI, machine maintenance, software development, and cybersecurity.

2. Production and Economy:

• Increased Production: 24/7 operations can meet higher demands and speed up product releases.

• Disposable Products: Mass production could foster a culture of disposability.

• Economic Growth: Efficiency gains can lower costs and boost the economy.

Cybersecurity Concerns:

Autonomous factories face increased cyber-attack risks, including data breaches, operational disruptions, and intellectual property theft. Robust cybersecurity measures are crucial.

Conclusion:

Xiaomi's autonomous factory represents a significant manufacturing shift, promising efficiency and economic benefits while posing challenges in job displacement and cybersecurity.

🧰 AI Tools

Transcribers II

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The Rise of Intelligent Meal-Packing Robots.

Advances in AI-powered robotics are transforming frozen meal preparation. Chef Robotics, a San Francisco startup, has developed robotic arms that can accurately portion and pack meals, reducing labor costs and waste. These robots, costing less than $135,000 per year, are being adopted by brands like Amy’s Kitchen in the US and Canada.

Traditionally, human workers handled meal packing due to the flexibility needed for various recipes. However, AI advancements now make robots more adaptable and efficient. Despite challenges in maintaining the appearance of hand-packed meals, the robots have shown promising results and are expected to be more widely deployed.

Robots are quickly evolving and learning. Google’s DeepMind is using Gemini AI to enhance robot capabilities. Gemini 1.5 Pro trains robots to navigate and complete tasks by “watching” video tours of environments. These robots follow natural language instructions, achieving a 90 percent success rate in a large operating area. This technology allows robots to plan complex tasks, showing promise for future applications in everyday settings.