EdTech Insight – Scarlett Johansson says OpenAI ripped off her voice after she told the company not to use it in software

by EdTechMate | May 21, 2024 | CNBC, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points In the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and its intersection with global higher education dynamics, a recent incident involving the use of a voice resembling that of actress Scarlett Johansson by OpenAI for its...

EdTech Insight – World’s first major law for artificial intelligence gets final EU green light

by EdTechMate | May 21, 2024 | CNBC, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points European Union member states have reached a consensus on pioneering legislation—the AI Act—aimed at regulating artificial intelligence. The legislation introduces a risk-based framework to address the range of potential threats posed...

EdTech Insight – Tesla Fremont factory suffers another fire, investigation underway

by EdTechMate | May 21, 2024 | CNBC, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points In a pivotal incident on April 24, 2024, Tesla’s Fremont, California assembly plant experienced a fire. No injuries were reported and the blaze was managed within hours. The Fremont facility, a cornerstone of Tesla’s EV...

EdTech Insight – Microsoft announces new PCs with AI chips from Qualcomm

by EdTechMate | May 20, 2024 | CNBC, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella has announced the launching of new AI-capable Surface devices, leveraging advanced chips designed by Qualcomm. These chips are capable of running AI software directly on the device which is a...

EdTech Insight – Britain expands AI safety institute to San Francisco amid scrutiny over regulatory shortcomings

by EdTechMate | May 20, 2024 | CNBC, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points Recent developments indicate an expansion of the British government’s AI Safety Institute from the UK to the United States, signaling the UK’s commitment to maintaining its position as a global leader in AI safety and...

EdTech Insight – Musk launches SpaceX’s Starlink internet services in Indonesia, says more investments could come

by EdTechMate | May 20, 2024 | CNBC, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points Elon Musk’s SpaceX has introduced the Starlink satellite internet service to Indonesia, targeting enhancement of internet connectivity in remote areas of the world’s largest archipelago. This step echoes a growing trend in...