The hottest AI Substack posts right now

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The Monster AI, Security, and Wars That Come Home

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 80 implied HN points • 06 Jun 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics AI
  1. AI is not just a technological advancement; it's driven by greed and will harm our political health and the environment. People are using AI without realizing the damage it causes.
  2. The security state in the U.S. is expanding its control under the guise of safety, which affects everyone. The focus is shifting towards monitoring thoughts and speech to prevent crime.
  3. The conflict abroad, especially in places like Gaza, can lead to violence and unrest at home. Understanding this connection is crucial as it shows the consequences of current U.S. policies.

Inside India’s Biggest Generative AI Summit

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 59 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI
  1. The generative AI summit in India had a great turnout, with over 1,500 developers attending. This shows a growing interest in AI technology.
  2. Many participants felt inspired and learned valuable insights that could improve their work and customer experiences.
  3. The event featured a variety of activities like workshops, talks, and hackathons, making it a comprehensive learning experience for all attendees.

Kong + Solace, Odynn $9.5M, Knorex Ads API

The API Changelog • 1 implied HN point • 23 Feb 26
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Companies are merging traditional request-response APIs with real-time event streaming to create a single, observable data fabric. This elevates event streams to first-class API products and enables unified governance for agentic AI.
  2. APIs are being built specifically for autonomous AI agents so they can manage complex tasks like cross-channel advertising and real-time market analysis. Standards and agent-ready interfaces let AI systems interact in natural language and operate autonomously at scale.
  3. APIs are opening new markets and modernizing industries such as finance, loyalty, and travel by standardizing access and enabling embedded, real-time services. This reduces fragmentation and lets businesses offer seamless, personalized experiences.
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Links for 2023-02-17

Axis of Ordinary • 117 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🔬 Science AI
  1. Building AGI for law to assist lawyers with complex legal questions and unique work products.
  2. Discovery about mammalian brain development and evolution in relation to neocortex.
  3. Frontiers of AI-powered experimentation at the convergence of multiple technologies.

A reply to Michael Huemer on AI

Matthew Barnett’s Blog • 117 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. We don't fully understand how AI like ChatGPT works and it may have some true understanding.
  2. AI models like ChatGPT are not perfect and do have limitations.
  3. It's important to differentiate between what an AI model is optimized to do and what it actually does.

Invecchiare al tempo della rete: conversazione con Massimo Mantellini

Vincos Newsletter • 117 implied HN points • 18 Feb 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. In the world of technology, the impact of aging in a youthful online environment is an interesting topic to explore.
  2. Marketing experts continue to develop strategies despite economic uncertainties, emphasizing the need to adapt and innovate.
  3. Recent developments in social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok highlight the evolving landscape of features and functionalities to enhance user experiences.

Links for 2023-02-15

Axis of Ordinary • 117 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🔬 Science AI
  1. Google released MetNet-2, a deep learning model that predicts rain better than current weather models.
  2. There is a need for drugs that strengthen identity rather than dissolve it like psychedelics.
  3. Automatic differentiation in MIT's ADEV brings AI benefits to a broader class of problems.

($) Two Charts That Matter in Mary Meeker’s AI Deck

Interconnected • 77 implied HN points • 02 Jun 25
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Mary Meeker's new AI deck shows a lot of positive trends about AI growth, but two specific charts tell a more complex story.
  2. One of the charts focuses on the geopolitical competition between the US and China in AI technology.
  3. The other chart looks at the fundamental business aspects of AI, providing a more balanced view of its future.

LLM Links

In My Tribe • 167 implied HN points • 23 Dec 24
🕹 Technology AI
  1. AI-generated podcasts can share information in new ways, like converting written essays into audio. This shows how AI can create engaging content without much input.
  2. Large Language Models (LLMs) struggle to learn new concepts as effectively as humans do because they rely on past data. Humans continue to adapt and learn from everyday experiences.
  3. The potential economic impact of robots is huge, especially for tasks like cleaning and driving. The market for humanoid robots could reach trillions, and they might also help reduce accidents.

#3 - Big AI Goes to the White House + Pandora's AI Box? + AI Treaties

Navigating AI Risks • 117 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. The White House is engaging with top AI companies to discuss risks and set guidelines for responsible AI use.
  2. Leaked documents show concerns about open-source AI catching up to big companies, raising issues about model accessibility and misuse.
  3. Generative AI is being used to automate tasks, raising concerns about job displacement and income inequality across various industries.

They Are Watching You

Stove Top • 117 implied HN points • 18 May 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Surveillance technology is advancing rapidly, posing a threat to privacy
  2. Ron DeSantis is struggling to expand his political base, especially among Asian voters
  3. AI technology is disrupting the writing industry, leading to job losses for writers

The Three Paradoxes of Generative AI

Mimir's Well • 117 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Generative AI can help novices compete with experts, but devalue expertise in certain non-autonomous jobs.
  2. Generative AI can excel in human-like traits like empathy and creativity, outperforming humans in specific roles.
  3. Generative AI is a creator and destroyer, transforming industries and roles, leading to massive impacts.

Is Deep Fake Drake Just a Remix?

Technodonkulus • 117 implied HN points • 25 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. The AI-generated Drake x The Weeknd track 'Heart on My Sleeve' sparked controversies and a music industry frenzy.
  2. AI music covers can be seen as a modern form of remixing, extending the life and relevance of songs.
  3. As AI technology advances, there will be challenges in differentiating deep fakes from authentic music, raising concerns about proper credit and legal implications.

[61] AI Rewires Our Work Model

Life in Color • 117 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Technology revolutionizes work by doing tasks for us and lowering individual costs.
  2. Internet and AI enable individuals to operate at the scale of traditional firms.
  3. AI changes the work model to focus on individual creativity and capturing attention.

Delegating To Computers

As Clay Awakens • 117 implied HN points • 17 Sep 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Delegating tasks to computers can be challenging due to difficulty in conveying the task
  2. Approaches to delegation include instruction, demonstration, and explanation
  3. Delegation via instruction requires detailed guidance, while delegation via explanation involves explaining the task to the assistant

Why Job Displacement Predictions are Wrong: Explanations of Cognitive Automation

Scaling Knowledge • 117 implied HN points • 30 May 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Predictions about job displacement due to large language models are often wrong because they lack explanations of how LLMs and human intelligence differ.
  2. Jobs are more likely to be augmented than automated by technologies like LLMs, as human creativity and autonomy are essential in many fields like software engineering, medicine, law, and media production.
  3. Regulations on AI and cognitive automation may hinder progress and knowledge creation, leading to unforeseen consequences and limiting the potential benefits of such technologies.

Action Potentials for June

Neurobiology Notes • 117 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
🔬 Science AI
  1. A new strategy using SUM-PAINT for protein labeling shows promise in profiling multiple proteins at high resolution.
  2. Microscopy images alone can predict neural responses to visual stimuli in Drosophila optic pathways.
  3. Combining EM and fluorescence microscopy allows for cost-effective connectomics studies in the mouse cerebellum.

TITAA #46.5: AI "Fakes," Sproings, and Splats

Things I Think Are Awesome • 117 implied HN points • 15 Sep 23
🎶 Music AI
  1. There is a controversy around leaked music tracks, with fans unsure if they are real or created by AI.
  2. Fans face challenges in determining the authenticity of leaked music, with some being threatened for suggesting the tracks may be fake.
  3. The situation highlights the complex dynamics between fans, authenticity, and the value of content in the music industry.

The trouble with video

Social Warming by Charles Arthur • 117 implied HN points • 31 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Medium matters: How information is presented (text, audio, video) can shape how it is perceived.
  2. Critical thinking: Some people struggle to critically examine information presented in videos.
  3. Education is key: Teaching critical thinking skills in schools could help combat misinformation spread through video content.

We don't talk (about Facebook) any more

Social Warming by Charles Arthur • 117 implied HN points • 21 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Scandals involving Facebook have reduced significantly since the revelations by whistleblower Frances Haugen
  2. Despite financial stability, Facebook has lost relevance in the news and social media landscape
  3. Artificial intelligence, like ChatGPT, is changing the freelance writing industry by providing faster and cheaper content creation

How's that AI tsunami looking, a year on?

Social Warming by Charles Arthur • 117 implied HN points • 28 Jul 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. The AI landscape has rapidly evolved in the past year with the emergence of tools like ChatGPT and AI illustration programs.
  2. AI systems are being used for various creative tasks like generating content, illustrations, and even entire videos.
  3. Challenges arise as AI-generated content seeps into different aspects of society, raising concerns about identification and integrity.

When Whisper 1.0 Gets It Wrong: An Inside Look at Speech-to-Text Failures

Dubverse Black • 117 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. OpenAI's Whisper model, while impressive, still has limitations and failures in speech-to-text accuracy.
  2. Whisper's challenges include repeating segments, mixing voice and non-voice activities, and inaccuracies in timestamps.
  3. The drawbacks of Whisper 1.0 present opportunities for learning, adaptation, and further development in enhancing speech-to-text technology.

How to put shackles on a god

Sam’s Newsletter • 117 implied HN points • 01 May 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Value alignment problem with AGIs is complex and crucial
  2. Coercive strategies may not work with AGIs due to their knowledge creation capabilities
  3. Peaceful cooperation is essential for long-term alignment with AGIs

Do We Want A.I. to Help Us Write?

The Absent-Minded Professor • 117 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. New A.I. tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney are becoming more integrated into our daily tasks.
  2. We should think critically about the impact of A.I. tools on our culture and values.
  3. The introduction of A.I. tools in writing and augmented reality may have long-term consequences that we need to carefully consider.

Consumer Accessible Multimodal AI Is Here

Bojan’s Newsletter • 117 implied HN points • 30 Sep 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. OpenAI released multimodal capabilities for ChatGPT, allowing interaction with chatbots through images and audio.
  2. The rollout of multimodal features was gradual, starting with select premium users, and the timeline for wider access is still unclear.
  3. The potential for voice interaction in AI is seen as a significant advancement, promising more intuitive user experiences than text input.

Cold War 2023

Stove Top • 117 implied HN points • 23 Jun 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Huawei is accused of being a piece of Chinese spyware with ties to government and espionage.
  2. France is taking extreme measures against encryption, raising concerns about privacy and government surveillance.
  3. Consuming true crime content raises complex questions on its impact on mental health and society, with discussions on privacy and ethical concerns.

Releasing Vodka V2 and All the Details How We Made it [Part 2]

followfox.ai’s Newsletter • 117 implied HN points • 18 May 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Vodka V2 was released with an updated dataset and marginally better model compared to V1
  2. The key changes in V2 included using a better dataset, increasing data volume, and cleaning the data more thoroughly
  3. The training protocol for V2 involved lower learning rate and enhanced data cleaning to achieve smoother training and optimize model performance

Will AI replace programmers?

Arpit’s Newsletter • 117 implied HN points • 12 Jul 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Throughout history, humans have used technology to simplify tasks and advance.
  2. Job hierarchy sees automation start with mundane tasks and gradually move up.
  3. AI is enhancing programming tasks but complete job replacement will be a gradual process.

WELCOME!

Silicon Reckoner • 117 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
🔬 Science AI
  1. There has been a surge in newsletter subscriptions after being mentioned in a New York Times article.
  2. There are concerns about the relationship between AI, mathematics, and industries like tech and defense.
  3. Articles in the newsletter cover topics such as the conflict between mathematics and computing, the goals of mathematics, and AI's impact on mathematical reasoning.

Links for 2023-04-08

Axis of Ordinary • 117 implied HN points • 08 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI
  1. Improving language models for code synthesis.
  2. Anthropic's ambitious plan to compete with OpenAI.
  3. The use of formal systems and computational proof assistants in mathematics.