Google Backs Namma Yatri, an Open-Source Ride-Sharing App Challenging Uber and Ola in India
Discover how Namma Yatri, an open-source ride-sharing app in India, is revolutionizing the industry with its no-commission model. Backed by Google and the Indian government's push for digitalization, Namma Yatri has completed over 46 million rides since its launch. With its innovative approach and support from major investors, Namma Yatri poses a threat to industry giants Uber and Ola. Find out how this development is reshaping the ride-sharing landscape in India and the potential impact on the market.
The Power of Language Models: Unlocking the Future of AI for Enterprises
Unlock the power of data and conversational AI with the future of AI. Learn how enterprises can tap into untapped data, train AI models on specific domains, and leverage multimodal capabilities for improved customer experience. Discover the need for a conversational AI foundation and the potential for AI to transform industries. Dive into the possibilities and unleash new levels of creativity, efficiency, and inclusivity.
The Future of Search: How Generative AI is Changing the Way We Find Information
Discover how generative AI is revolutionizing the search experience, from transforming the way people ask questions to how companies deliver information. Learn how large language models like OpenAI's ChatGPT have changed the game, allowing users to ask questions in natural language and receive immediate answers without the need to click through multiple websites. Explore how companies like Perplexity and Google have embraced generative AI in search, and the benefits it brings to enterprises, such as retrieval augmented generation (RAG) for grounding AI models in internal data. Find out about the growing RAG ecosystem and the decision companies may face in choosing between company-specific search platforms or relying on aggregators like Google. The future of search lies in the integration of generative AI technologies and the decentral
Google’s 2024 Environmental Report: Dodging the Energy Usage Question of AI
Discover Google's 2024 Environmental Report, showcasing the company's sustainability efforts and commitment to addressing environmental issues. However, the report conveniently avoids discussing the energy consumption of artificial intelligence (AI), raising questions about its true impact. Explore Google's impressive water replenishment program and the potential benefits of AI in combating climate change. Uncover Google's evasiveness regarding AI's energy consumption and its challenges in achieving net-zero emissions by 2030. This article highlights the need for transparency and specific information to assess the true extent of AI's energy usage.
YouTube’s Policy Change Allows Users to Request Removal of AI-Generated Content
Discover how YouTube is responding to the rise of AI-generated content and the implications for their platform. Learn about their new policy on AI-simulated content removal requests, the factors they consider when making judgments, and the importance of complying with privacy requests. Find out how YouTube is supporting AI while also emphasizing the need to adhere to their Community Guidelines.
Google’s Gemini 1.5 Pro and 1.5 Flash Models Struggle to Make Sense of Large...
Discover the limitations of Google's flagship generative AI models, Gemini 1.5 Pro and 1.5 Flash. Recent studies reveal their struggles in accurately answering questions about large datasets, raising doubts about their effectiveness. Explore the context window capability of Gemini and how it falls short in understanding content. Uncover the results of tests on fiction books and video reasoning, showing low accuracy rates. The article also discusses the growing scrutiny on generative AI and the need for better benchmarks and third-party critique. Find out if Google's Gemini models truly deliver on their claims.
The Future of Generative AI: Exploring Diverse Interfaces and Design at VB Transform 2024
Discover the diverse landscape of generative AI user interfaces, from ChatGPT's versatility to Hume AI's empathic voice interface. Explore the powerful capabilities of Google Bard (Gemini), Hugging Chat, Microsoft Copilot, Pi, and more. Uncover the impact of design and user experience on the success of these interfaces, and learn about the upcoming VB Transform 2024 conference delving into the cross-functional future of AI. Shape the future of AI applications with ethical standards and delightful user experiences.
Google Unveils “Collections” Feature to Keep Users Engaged with Android Apps
Discover Google's new feature called "Collections" that promotes Android apps outside of the Play Store. Keep up with your apps directly from your Android home screen and re-engage with already installed apps. Google has partnered with popular apps like Spotify, Pinterest, and TikTok to test this feature. The on-device surface organizes relevant content from installed apps, allowing users to jump back in with just a tap. App developers can showcase personalized recommendations and promotions to help users discover more content. Launching first in the U.S., Collections will be easily accessible through a shortcut in the Play Store app. Stay tuned for an official announcement at Google's upcoming event in August.
Google’s Grounding Service in Vertex AI: Ensuring Reliable and Accurate AI Outputs
"Google Addresses Enterprise Concerns with Accurate AI Platform | Google's Vertex AI Partners with Reputable Third-Party Services | High-Quality Data and Expertise for Enterprise Developers | Enhancing Trust in AI Models"
Google Adds Support for 110 Languages to Translation Service Using PaLM 2 AI Model
Discover how Google's translation service is becoming even more inclusive and accessible with support for 110 languages. This expansion, powered by the PaLM 2 AI model, means Google's translation service now covers languages spoken by over 614 million people worldwide. Learn how Google prioritizes the most commonly used varieties of each language and supports efforts to preserve endangered languages. With a goal to support 1,000 languages through AI, Google is breaking down language barriers and enabling effective communication across cultures.