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China Leads Global AI Adoption According to New Study

China Ahead in Early Adoption, US Leads in Implementation

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Here are 5 things you missed today in the world of AI. Because we get it, life is busy & who has the time to sit around and keep up with the fastest moving industry right now - here are 5 things we think you need to know in the world of AI.

1 - 🇨🇳 China Leads Global AI Adoption According to New Study

A new study shows China leads in using generative AI (GenAI), with 83% of businesses employing the tech, compared to 70% in the UK and 65% in the US. This is attributed to China's focus on continuous automated monitoring in areas like manufacturing. However, the US holds the edge in fully implementing GenAI, with 24% of businesses compared to China's 19%. This suggests the US prioritizes effectiveness over rapid adoption. Experts believe the gap will narrow as businesses worldwide refine their GenAI use.

2 - 🤖 DOJ Seizes Russian Government-Operated Bot Farm

The U.S. Department of Justice shut down a Russian bot farm allegedly run by an RT employee with FSB involvement. This "AI-enhanced" operation used fake American social media accounts to spread pro-Russia propaganda about the Ukraine war, particularly on X. The Justice Department says the goal wasn't to expand RT's audience, but to use the bot network for government disinformation.

3 - 🤦🏻‍♂️ UK Politician Mistaken for AI is Actually Human

Mark Matlock, a candidate for the right-wing Reform UK party, clarified in The Independent that he is a real person, not an AI bot, after speculation arose due to his campaign image and absence from events like the election count. Matlock, who was ill with pneumonia during the election, provided the original photo that was edited, contributing to the confusion. This incident highlights the increasing influence of AI tools in politics and serves as a cautionary tale for candidates to maintain transparency and avoid excessive photo editing.

4 - 🩻 OpenAI and Arianna Huffington Partner on AI Health Coach Initiative

AI health coaches are gaining traction, with Thrive AI Health being a new player co-founded by OpenAI and Arianna Huffington. This AI bot aims to analyze your health data and scientific research to provide personalized health insights and encourage small lifestyle changes for better well-being. While some worry about data privacy and the bot's limitations, Thrive AI Health sees potential to empower individuals and improve health outcomes, particularly for those who may lack easy access to such support.

5 - 🌏 Washington Post Creates AI Chatbot to Answer Climate Change Questions

The Washington Post launched a new AI chatbot called Climate Answers. This tool helps users understand climate change, environment, and sustainable energy by answering questions based on the Post's articles since 2016. It won't create false information and will clearly state if it doesn't have an answer. This is part of a growing trend in news outlets using AI to make their archives more accessible.

Written by AI Bulletin team - Australia
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