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Sama has launched Sama Red Team to address ethical concerns in generative AI and enhance safety, privacy, and security. This team of over 4,000 professionals identifies AI model vulnerabilities through comprehensive testing, simulating real-world attacks to reduce risks.

Snowflake partners with Coda to boost enterprise data strategies, investing in Coda's $240M funding round. They introduce a Snowflake Pack for real-time data integration, empowering users with intuitive tools for data analysis. Future enhancements include AI capabilities for better collaboration.

UserTesting is enhancing its platform with AI-driven features for deeper user research insights, including the new Feedback Engine, which analyzes open-ended survey responses for key themes using generative AI. This improves understanding beyond basic sentiment analysis, providing actionable insights for organizations.

Collibra has launched new AI governance tools to enhance data reliability and compliance for businesses implementing AI, addressing challenges like "shadow AI." Features include centralized management for AI initiatives and automation of data processes, promoting accessible and compliant data use.

Congressman Adam Schiff has proposed the Generative AI Copyright Disclosure Act to require AI companies to disclose all copyrighted works in their training datasets, aiming to protect creators' rights while promoting innovation. Supported by industry organizations, the bill emphasizes transparency and could address copyright infringement issues.

OpenAI has enhanced its API for the GPT-4 Turbo model, now featuring vision capabilities for seamless third-party integration. It offers faster processing and larger input limits, aiding automation in connected apps. Companies like Cognition and Healthify utilize these features, aiming to capture more enterprise developers despite competition.

State Street is enhancing institutional investor engagement through generative AI on its Alpha platform, allowing real-time, intuitive data queries. The bank is also developing an AI chatbot for research inquiries. Emphasizing data integrity and democratizing AI, State Street views generative AI as a productivity enhancer, not a job replacer.

Supermicro has launched its X14 server family, compatible with the Intel Xeon 6 processors, offering optimized solutions for various workloads. These systems feature integrated liquid cooling, enhanced performance, and manageability. Qualified customers can access early shipments through programs designed for testing and validation.

Intel has launched the Gaudi 3 AI accelerator, enhancing AI development with four times the computing power and improved bandwidth. Targeting enterprise workloads, it outperforms Nvidia's H100 in training and inference. Intel aims to compete in the AI chip market, emphasizing open standards and system compatibility.

Intel unveiled its enterprise AI vision at the Vision 2024 event, introducing Xeon 6 processors and focusing on an open AI ecosystem. CEO Pat Gelsinger emphasized secure generative AI and collaboration with partners while aiming to become the second-largest chip foundry by decade's end. Key projects include the Gaudi 3 AI accelerator, designed to outperform Nvidia's H100.

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger revealed the company’s AI ambitions at Vision 2024, introducing the Gaudi 3 AI chips that outperform Nvidia's H100. Intel promotes an open AI platform, aiming to simplify enterprise adoption by enhancing data management and fostering partnerships, while ensuring data privacy and control.

In December 2023, Google launched its AI Hypercomputer, enhancing AI training for Google Cloud customers with powerful TPU v5p accelerators and A3 Mega VMs. Key upgrades include the JetStream inference engine and improved storage solutions. Collaborative efforts aim to optimize AI model training. Pricing details are pending.

California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed SB 1047, a bill requiring AI companies to implement stringent safety measures. Supporters view the veto as a boost for innovation and open-source development, while critics argue it neglects necessary oversight and public safety.

Microsoft is enhancing its generative AI offerings by integrating Meta's Llama 2 into Azure AI Studio as a model-as-a-service. This allows on-demand, simplified access to various Llama 2 models, offering cost-effective alternatives to OpenAI's GPT-3.5 and GPT-4. Microsoft continues supporting OpenAI with new models, while exploring additional AI options.

Warner Bros. Discovery is partnering with Google Cloud to improve closed captioning for its Max streaming service using a new AI solution. The initiative aims to enhance caption quality and reduce creation time and costs, with plans for continuous improvement and potential industry standardization.