Matthias Bastian
Matthias is the co-founder and publisher of THE DECODER, exploring how AI is fundamentally changing the relationship between humans and computers.
Read full article about: Meta's image generator has the same problems as Google Gemini
Meta's AI image generator Imagine creates ahistorical images similar to Google's Gemini, according to a test by Axios. Based on the Emu image synthesis model, Imagine generates images for Instagram and Facebook direct messages. The AI-generated images show diversity in gender and skin color where that diversity did not exist historically. Examples include people of color as founding fathers or the Pope. The system generates these images with a generic prompt, such as "founding fathers," without explicitly requesting the subject. Some critics say this distorts history or is anti-white. The service is currently only available in the United States.
Read full article about: Researchers develop generative AI worm that can steal data and send spam emails
Researchers have developed a generative AI worm called Morris II that can steal data and send spam. The Morris II worm uses two methods: a text-based, self-replicating prompt and a self-replicating prompt embedded in an image file. In the first method, the worm uses Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) to "poison" an email program's database, allowing it to steal data and infect new hosts when responding to emails. In the second method, a malicious request embedded in an image triggers the email assistant to forward the message, spreading spam, offensive material, or propaganda. The researchers believe that generative AI worms could appear in the wild in the next two to three years.
Read full article about: Sam Altman and OpenAI face numerous legal challenges
OpenAI's business practices continue to draw criticism that could have legal consequences. The SEC is investigating whether OpenAI CEO Sam Altman misled investors, according to the Wall Street Journal. The investigation follows allegations by former OpenAI board members that Altman was not "consistently candid" in his communications, which led to his brief ouster in November. Federal prosecutors in Manhattan are also investigating the case and are expected to release their report soon. In addition to the New York Times, three more media companies, Raw Story, The Intercept and AlternNet, are suing OpenAI for possible copyright infringement. The US and EU are investigating OpenAI's relationship with Microsoft to determine whether Microsoft's recent investment amounts to a takeover.
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Source: Wall Street Journal