A recent breach of U.S. Treasury Department networks by Chinese state-sponsored hackers underscores an urgent need for AI-enhanced cybersecurity. Attackers exploited vulnerabilities in a software provider’s system to access sensitive, unclassified documents, raising serious concerns about the nation’s digital defense capabilities.

AI-driven tools can detect and neutralize threats in real-time, offering robust protection against sophisticated attacks. Prioritizing such innovations is essential to safeguard national interests.

Read the press release here. https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/25472754-12/

Artificial intelligence is becoming a cornerstone of modern life, and OpenAI is committed to making its tools accessible to everyone. The launch of 1-800-ChatGPT introduces a new way to engage with AI—via phone or WhatsApp—without the need for an account. This experimental service opens doors to simplified, immediate access to ChatGPT for users.

How to Use 1-800-ChatGPT Phone Calls: Dial 1-800-242-8478 from a US or Canadian number to start a voice conversation. WhatsApp Messages: Message 1-800-242-8478 on WhatsApp. Look for the verified badge to ensure authenticity. Both services allow up to 15 minutes of free call time per month and a daily limit for WhatsApp messages. Notices will be sent as usage limits are approached.

Enhancing the Experience For uninterrupted voice conversations: Use headphones or earphones in quieter environments. Enable Voice Isolation mode on supported devices to minimize background noise. While WhatsApp supports text-based interactions, advanced ChatGPT features like image input, personalization, and search require a ChatGPT account.

Privacy and Security User safety is a priority. Calls and messages are stored temporarily for review to prevent misuse. Data export and deletion requests can be made via OpenAI’s Privacy Policy. WhatsApp interactions are also subject to its terms.

Room for Improvement As an experimental service, 1-800-ChatGPT may occasionally experience limitations or unresponsiveness due to safety measures or system capacity. It failed to search for a sales representative when I tried to obtain contact information for a vendor. However, it did provide me with a joke on demand, which was far less useful.

The goal of 1-800-ChatGPT is to democratize AI access, ensuring it reaches a broader audience in ways that are easy, secure, and convenient.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) just dropped some big news at their re:Invent 2024 conference. They’re rolling out a new family of AI models called Nova, which includes text, image, and video generation capabilities.

-Four text-based models: Micro, Lite, Pro, and Premier

-Nova Canvas for image generation and Nova Reel for video creation

-Models are available now for AWS customers, with Premier launching next year

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Heidelberg University Hospital with €1.2M funding and support from KLS Martin, is pioneering 3D printing for custom implants directly in clinics. The ADDIFEM project aims to speed up implant production for complex surgeries, using PEEK materials. This innovation could transform patient care worldwide. www.3printr.com/customize…

Reflect Orbital is developing a service that allows users to direct sunlight to specific locations via an app. By deploying satellites equipped with mirrors, the company aims to reflect sunlight to Earth, providing illumination after dark. How’s that for a nighttime illuminated wedding proposal? www.reflectorbital.com

Tim likes the blues and works at Oswego, so I created him a Suno.com song during lunch, lyrics created with ChatGPT with an Oswego Wikipedia link used as reference

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