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Lumian Gen AI Newsletter Issue #14

Microsoft’s Love Triangle, AI CAPTCHAs, DeepMind’s Life Advice

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Robin Lobo & Saswat Panda
August 21, 2023

Welcome to the 14th edition of the Lumian Weekly Gen AI Newsletter!

This week, we're navigating the intricate maze of AI developments that are transforming both technology and our daily lives. Microsoft is stepping up its game with a potentially game-changing partnership with Databricks, while Google's DeepMind is exploring the uncharted territory of life advice through AI, raising profound ethical questions.

But that's not all; we're also shedding light on the competitive world of AI employment, where salaries soar as the demand for top talent continues to grow. And speaking of growth, don't miss our exclusive look at cool YC tools designed to give founders the edge they need in an ever-evolving market.

So grab a seat, buckle up, and prepare for a thrilling journey into the future of AI!

Enjoy the read! 🚀

In this week’s issue:

  • News Flash: Microsoft’s Love Triangle, AI CAPTCHAs, DeepMind’s Life Advice

  • AI Salaries: The $1 Million AI Job is Here

  • AI Frontier: AI YC tools you can use today

  • Fundraising: The biggest deals in AI

  • Nerd Out: Technical and Business Content for Everyone

⏱️ News Flash

The 2-Minute Scoop to Keep You in the Loop

Microsoft is furthering its AI game by collaborating with Databricks to sell AI app-development software. Set to be offered through Microsoft's Azure cloud platform, the Databricks software will enable businesses to craft their own AI models or repurpose open-source versions. However, this might spell trouble for OpenAI, another Microsoft-backed firm and a direct competitor to Databricks. Will this new partnership propel Microsoft's AI goals, or is it a conflicting crossroad? Stay tuned for this unfolding tech drama!

Remember those annoying puzzles making you prove you're human online? Called CAPTCHAs, they were designed to keep bots at bay. But the bots have leveled up! Research now reveals AI bots are decoding CAPTCHAs with up to 15% more accuracy than us mere mortals. Even Google's reCAPTCHA isn't safe. Time to rethink online security, or just admit defeat to our AI overlords?

Google's DeepMind is diving into the world of life advice, planning, and tutoring with 21 different AI-powered tools. But hold the applause; Google's own AI safety experts have cautioned about potential harm and loss of agency in users. While not designed for therapy, these tools are being tested for relationship advice and personal dilemmas. Can machines really offer wisdom, or are we flirting with folly?

🌎 The $1,000,000 AI Job Is Here

Salaries rise as employers seek candidates with AI skills!

If you’ve ever wondered about the compensation packages at OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company responsible for the innovative ChatGPT, we’ve got some interesting insights for you. Not only is OpenAI leading the AI race, but it’s also setting the pace with highly competitive salaries for top engineering talent. The figures below are sourced from levels.fyi.

🚀 AI in Practice

Cutting-Edge AI YC Tools You Can Use Today

  • YC mentor: Your AI mentor with Y Combinator knowledge

  • LookUp YC: Search for startup advice using Y Combinator videos

🤑 Fundraising

The (AI) Intelligent Investor

🤖 Nerd Out

Technical and Business Readings

😜 AI Humor

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