Analysis: Getting Ready for Unichain NFTs
18 days ago
Unichain is on the way. The new L2, a Superchain network slated to launch in November 2024, is being built to become a new major center for DeFi in the Ethereum ecosystem. Yet Unichain isn’t being designed as an appchain focused exclusively on the trading vertical. Instead, it will serve as a genera
DeFi and NFT portfolio tracker platform Zapper just unveiled a sweet new goody: zapper.xyz/apps This new resource makes it easy to discover which onchain apps are trending across nearly 20 chains and over 15 categories, including art, gaming, social, trading, etc. Plus, when you click into a trendin
Anthropic Launches Cost-Effective Batch Processing API for Large-Scale AI Tasks
18 days ago
Anthropic has introduced the Message Batches API, enabling asynchronous processing of large query volumes at reduced costs. This new feature allows developers to submit up to 10,000 queries per batch, with processing completed within 24 hours. Key highlights include a 50% cost reduction compared to
GenAI Productionize 2.0: Key conference on GenAI app development
18 days ago
GenAI Productionize 2.0 is a conference focused on generative AI stack design, governance, evaluation, and observability. The event features top AI experts and offers insightful presentations with experienced panelists. It provides valuable knowledge for developers looking to enhance their skills in
Google AI Studio introduces drag-and-drop file uploads, streamlining workflow for AI developers
18 days ago
Google AI Studio has introduced a feature that allows for drag-and-drop file uploads, streamlining the workflow for AI developers. This enhancement simplifies the process of uploading files, making it more efficient for developers to work on their projects. The update has received positive feedback
Researchers introduce AI method probing intelligence origins, comparing LLMs trained on simple vs complex systems
18 days ago
Researchers have introduced a new AI method that probes intelligence origins by comparing Large Language Models (LLMs) trained on simple versus complex systems. This method aims to gain insights into the learning capabilities of AI models when exposed to different levels of complexity. The research
LangChain introduces cross-thread memory for LangGraph, enhancing AI agent adaptability across conversations
18 days ago
LangChain has introduced cross-thread memory for LangGraph, a feature that enhances AI agent adaptability across conversations. This development aims to improve the interaction capabilities of AI agents when engaging in multi-turn dialogues. The update has received positive feedback with 284 likes.
New website unveils LeetCode-style platform offering algorithmic problems for machine learning practitioners
18 days ago
A new website has been launched, offering a LeetCode-style platform that provides algorithmic problems for machine learning practitioners. This platform aims to enhance the problem-solving skills of individuals working in the machine learning field. The website has garnered significant attention wit
Meta unveils Llama 3.1 training that integrates prompt engineering and RAG techniques
18 days ago
Meta has unveiled Llama 3.1 training, which integrates prompt engineering and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques. This advancement aims to enhance the training process for AI models, providing new capabilities for prompt-based generation. The update has received positive feedback with 4
Win Lambda's Golden Ticket: 6 months of free access to a 96GB VRAM NVIDIA GPU instance
18 days ago
Lambda is offering developers the chance to win free access to a 96GB VRAM NVIDIA GPU instance for 6 months through their Golden Ticket giveaway. The drawing for the giveaway will take place at the end of October. Developers can increase their chances of winning by adding teammates to their Lambda C
Learn how to analyze complex data frames and plot visualizations just by using natural language with PandasAI
18 days ago
PandasAI integrates generative AI with Pandas, allowing users to analyze complex data frames and create visualizations through natural language commands. The tool enables data cleaning, missing value imputation, and feature generation with simple queries. It also supports multi-dataframe operations
Master LLM-based synthetic data generation for enhanced AI model training
18 days ago
A Github repo provides resources for LLM-driven synthetic data generation techniques, including methods like Self-Instruct, STaR, and ZeroGen. The repo covers applications in mathematical reasoning, code generation, and text-to-SQL tasks. It also discusses tools like DataDreamer and AgentInstruct, h
Build advanced AI applications with Multimodal Llama 3.2 and Llama Stack
18 days ago
Meta's Multimodal Llama 3.2 course covers advanced image reasoning, role-based interactions, and AI application development. Participants will learn about multimodal prompting, tokenization with tiktoken, and practical skills for leveraging Llama's vocabulary and multilingual support. The course has
Prompt caching: OpenAI vs Claude - Speed and cost benefits compared
18 days ago
A blog post compares prompt caching in LLMs between OpenAI and Claude, discussing their respective models and cost-saving benefits. OpenAI's approach includes models like GPT-4o and token-level caching with partial matches. Claude's method offers up to 90% cost savings and 85% latency reduction with
Being a High Performer Is Lonely
18 days ago
High performance often feels like elitism. You’re either successful or a loser. No in between. That view of the world is a little harsh for my liking. As always the truth lies in the nuance. I never used to see myself as a high performer. My younger years were full of failures. My childhood was too.
Nobel win for Google DeepMind cofounder shows progress towards vision of ‘AI scientists’
18 days ago
AI is making a splash at the Nobel Prizes this week. AI pioneers John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton won the 2024 prize for physics for their machine learning breakthroughs that led to today’s AI boom. Then yesterday, Demis Hassabis and John Jumper of Google DeepMind, along with David Baker, a profess
Amazon taps AI to show drivers which packages to grab for delivery
18 days ago
Amazon taps AI to show drivers which packages to grab for delivery. Called Vision-Assisted Package Retrieval (VAPR), the new technology being outfitted into the company’s delivery trucks will highlight packages with a green or red light to indicate which are intended for delivery at the current stop
OpenAI projects it could lose up to $14 billion in 2026 and won't turn profitable until 2029
18 days ago
OpenAI projects it could lose up to $14 billion in 2026 and won't turn profitable until 2029. That's according to a story in The Information, which cited OpenAI financial documents it said it had seen. The company also projects it will spend more than $200 billion by the end of the decade, with much
Anthropic cuts batch processing costs in half with a new API
18 days ago
Anthropic cuts batch processing costs in half with a new API. With the Message Batch API, Anthropic says developers can send batches of up to 10,000 queries per batch, which will cost 50% less than standard API calls. The processing will be turned around within 24 hours, offering a way to save costs
Advertisers temper their expectations for AI as early efforts fall flat
18 days ago
Advertisers temper their expectations for AI as early efforts fall flat. After a lot of early hype, the industry is growing skeptical and starting to believe that many of the new AI tools aimed at advertisers don’t offer as big of a leap forward as they hoped. Business Insider reports the shift was
The future of AI is what healthcare organisations make it
18 days ago
APAC hospital IT heads evaluated their respective experiences, barriers, and outlook on AI deployment.
Is perfection necessary for AI in healthcare?
18 days ago
Great Ormond Street Hospital's Dr Shankar Sridharan shares his take on AI application in healthcare and user responsibilities.
How AI could tame the charting madness for nurses
18 days ago
Hadassah Backman, RN, is a nurse CEO who says artificial intelligence could do a lot to help RNs with relentless documentation burden, while also helping organizations boost revenue and improve compliance.
How Cleveland Clinic Is Innovating In Healthcare With Data, Analytics, And AI
18 days ago
In his thought-provoking 2023 book, The Coming Wave, AI-pioneer Mustafa Suleyman singled out the application of AI in modern healthcare as perhaps the greatest contribution that developments in AI could deliver to humankind. I’ve written in the last year about how a couple health...
Can AI power progress with remote patient monitoring technology?
18 days ago
An expert discusses the combination of RPM and artificial intelligence, with examples of how tools are being developed and used today to improve patient access and expand virtual care.