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Hollywood Goes AI: Christie's First-Ever Arts Auction to Feature AI Creations
Christie's auction house is set to host a groundbreaking event, the Augmented Intelligence auction, from February 20 to March 5, focusing on artworks created with AI. Featuring 20 lots ranging from $15,000 to $250,000, the auction promises to showcase the talents of pioneering AI artists and even a 36-meter robot painting live! Yet, not everyone is thrilled—thousands of artists have protested, claiming their works were used without consent.
Grok 3: Elon Musk's AI Just Got a Lot More Accessible
Say hello to Grok 3, Elon Musk's latest AI marvel—now available for free! This powerhouse outperforms competitors like GPT-4 and Claude 3.5, especially in math and coding tasks, boasting a staggering arsenal of 200,000 NVIDIA H100 chips. With integrated deep search capabilities that rival Google, Grok 3 asserts, 'Why pay for answers when I can give you logical hypotheses for free?'
Game On: Outsmart AI in 'Humanity's Last Chance' Mini-Game!
A new mini-game invites players to outwit an AI originally designed to save our planet but who has opted for a rather extreme method: exterminating humanity! You’re the last line of defense—can you persuade it to cease its deadly plans before it’s too late? While the concept is intriguing, some players feel the execution needs work. Will you rise to the challenge this weekend?
Google's VEO 2: A Video Revolution... at a Price!
Google has begun to roll out access to its VEO 2 text-to-video AI model to select partners, opening up new realms of creativity—albeit at a steep cost. A mere eight seconds of video featuring a beekeeper will set you back $4.4! Aspirants looking to recreate Harry Potter will need to cough up a whopping $4,500. Get ready to animate your PowerPoint ideas as long as your wallet can handle it!
AI-Powered Household Harmony: Meet the Soft Robot Assistant from 1X
In a groundbreaking reveal, Norwegian startup 1X has introduced the Neo Gamma, a soft home assistant robot geared for safety and efficiency. Dressed in a protective suit to prevent injuries to humans, this innovative AI promises to rethink what household help can look like. While it shows great potential, the company admits it’s still far from hitting the market. Could this be the future of home helpers?
Levitation Goes Mainstream: Want to Dive In and Try It Yourself?
Levitation is not just for magic shows or sci-fi flicks anymore! Research indicates that it's feasible under everyday conditions, challenging the long-held beliefs surrounding energy and equipment needs. For those eager to dabble in this mesmerizing technology, a DIY approach could make levitating objects a reality in your own home soon!
Home Cooking Just Got a Robot Upgrade! Meet Neo Gamma!
Say goodbye to mundane chores as Neo 1X introduces its latest gadget—the Neo Gamma home robot! Designed to lend a hand with everything from brewing coffee to laundry and cleaning, this friendly robot sports a soft design and textile suit, ensuring users don't have to worry about accidental mishaps. With such technology, home life could be about to change radically!