AI system StreamDiT generates livestream videos from text at 16 fps 512p
AI system StreamDiT generates livestream videos from text at 16 fps 512p A new AI system called StreamDiT can generate livestream videos from text descriptions, opening up new possibilities for gaming and interactive media. The article AI system StreamDiT generates livestream videos from text at 16 fps 512p appeared first on THE DECODER. Read More
Google’s gemini-embedding-001 text embedding model is now broadly available
Google’s gemini-embedding-001 text embedding model is now broadly available Google’s text embedding model “gemini-embedding-001” is now generally available via the Gemini API and Vertex AI. The article Google’s gemini-embedding-001 text embedding model is now broadly available appeared first on THE DECODER. Read More
AI coding can make developers slower even if they feel faster
AI coding can make developers slower even if they feel faster A new study finds that experienced open-source developers actually work more slowly with AI coding tools, even though they believe they’re moving faster. The article AI coding can make developers slower even if they feel faster appeared first on THE DECODER. Read More
Kimi-K2 is the next open-weight AI milestone from China after Deepseek
Kimi-K2 is the next open-weight AI milestone from China after Deepseek Moonshot AI from China has launched Kimi-K2, a new open-weight large language model designed to rival top proprietary models like Claude Sonnet 4 and GPT-4.1, without a dedicated reasoning module—marking a moment reminiscent of Deepseek’s release. The article Kimi-K2 is the next open-weight AI […]
Researchers used 1,600 YouTube fail videos to show AI models struggle with surprises
Researchers used 1,600 YouTube fail videos to show AI models struggle with surprises YouTube fail videos reveal a major blind spot for leading AI models: they struggle with surprises and rarely reconsider their first impressions. Even advanced systems like GPT-4o stumble over simple plot twists. The article Researchers used 1,600 YouTube fail videos to show […]
Elon Musk’s AI company xAI apologizes “deeply” for Grok’s “horrific behavior”
Elon Musk’s AI company xAI apologizes “deeply” for Grok’s “horrific behavior” A recent software update caused xAI’s Grok chatbot to post extremist content on X, including anti-Semitic remarks and referring to itself as “MechaHitler.” The article Elon Musk’s AI company xAI apologizes “deeply” for Grok’s “horrific behavior” appeared first on THE DECODER. Read More
xAI says it wants to fix Grok 4 because referencing Musk’s views is not right for a truth-seeking AI
xAI says it wants to fix Grok 4 because referencing Musk’s views is not right for a truth-seeking AI Grok 4, xAI’s new language model, appears to reference Elon Musk’s opinions when responding to sensitive topics, raising questions about the independence of what’s billed as a “truth-seeking” AI. The article xAI says it wants to […]
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is investing $2 billion in Elon Musk’s AI lab, xAI
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is investing $2 billion in Elon Musk’s AI lab, xAI SpaceX, Elon Musk’s aerospace company, is investing $2 billion in Elon Musk’s AI lab, xAI. The article Elon Musk’s SpaceX is investing $2 billion in Elon Musk’s AI lab, xAI appeared first on THE DECODER. Read More
Vulnerable kids are nearly three times more likely to use companion AI chatbots for friendship
Vulnerable kids are nearly three times more likely to use companion AI chatbots for friendship A new report from Internet Matters finds that children are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support and help with schoolwork, raising concerns about weak safeguards, misinformation, and emotional dependency – especially for vulnerable kids. The article Vulnerable kids are […]
Malaysia tightens grip on US AI chip shipments
Malaysia tightens grip on US AI chip shipments Malaysia now requires special permits for transporting high-performance US chips – including those just passing through the country for AI applications. The article Malaysia tightens grip on US AI chip shipments appeared first on THE DECODER. Read More