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New McKinsey Study Finds U.S. Poised To Excel In Generative AI Job Growth and Productivity
Economists continue to debate what kind of long-term impact AI will have on job market and productivity growth. A new McKinsey Global Institute paper on AI job groth published this week suggests these benefits may be harder to achieve in Europe, potentially widening the innovation and economic divide between the U.S. and Europe.
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3 Super Useful AI Tools We’re Using This Month (May 2024)
There are plenty of new tools cluttering up our social feeds these days. Part of our job is to sift through, test, and separate the hype from the actually useful AI tools available each month.
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Microsoft’s CEO Satya Nadella: ‘I Don’t Like Anthropomorphizing AI.’ Oh, And He Also Doesn’t Like The Term Artificial Intelligence
Nadella expresses dissatisfaction with the term “artificial intelligence,” as it implies a different intelligence rather than a complementary one. This insight reflects the desire for a more accurate and inclusive description of AI’s role in enhancing human intelligence.
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The Best Generative AI Podcasts to Binge Right Now
These five selections are the best generative AI podcasts we can suggest right now. These offer a ton of info and inspo for anyone looking to unlock the power of gen AI in your business, or as a creative striving to innovate in marketing.
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Google I/O 2024: A Quick Summary of the Key Announcements in Google AI and Search
Here’s a breakdown of the key announcements that highlight the company’s commitment to making Google AI more accessible and helpful for everyone.
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‘Feels Like AI From the Movies’: OpenAI Unveils GPT-4o
OpenAI researchers showcased the features of GPT-4o (“o” for “omni”), highlighting its ability to engage in real-time voice conversations without delay.
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‘A Touchscreen That Touches You Back’: Surface Haptics Technology is Advancing Quickly
Surface haptics is a branch of engineering that aims to create realistic textures on touchscreens and other surfaces. This technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with devices, from our phones and tablets to car dashboards and even medical equipment.
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Call Me Maybe? Dumb Phones Are Having a Moment Thanks To Rise in Digital Detoxing
Dumb phones are back. Also known as feature or brick phones, dumb phones are mobile phones with limited functionalities, at least when compared to smartphones.
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Search.ChatGPT.com: Is an OpenAI Search Engine in the Works for 2024?
OpenAI, the well-known AI safety startup behind ChatGPT, appears to be making its move into the search engine arena. Reports indicate that OpenAI is working on incorporating search functionality directly into ChatGPT, aiming to challenge Google’s dominance in this market.
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AI For Marketers: Quickstart Guide to Effective Text Prompts for ChatGPT, Gemini, Meta.ai, and More
It’s easy to feel left behind by the advancements in AI these days. Especially if you’re running seven social accounts, a newsletter, and trying to keep a blog updated. How do you do that, and learn how to use AI effectively?