5 things about AI you may have missed today: NBA unveils NB-AI, Reddit inks $60 mn AI content deal, and more
NBA unveils NB-AI at All Star Tech Summit for personalised game viewing; Reddit inks $60 mn AI content licensing deal ahead of IPO; UK University to train 100 Tamil Nadu students in data analysis and AI; Amitabh Bachchan celebrates 55 years in Bollywood with AI avatar- this and more in our daily roundup. Let us take a look.
The NBA showcased NB-AI, a new technology aimed at personalising live game viewing during the annual All-Star tech summit. Commissioner Adam Silver demonstrated how it enhances highlights, comparing it to the excitement of the early internet days. San Antonio rookie Victor Wembanyama previewed the technology, expressing amazement and acknowledging its potential impact on the future, according to a report by U.S. News.
Reddit has reportedly inked a content licensing deal with a large AI company ahead of its anticipated IPO. The $60 million annualised agreement allows the AI firm to train its models using Reddit's content. While Reddit eyes a March IPO launch, details may evolve during ongoing talks. This move reflects the growing intersection of social media and AI, with Reddit's valuation reaching $10 billion in 2021, according to a Bloomberg report.
A UK university, in collaboration with Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation and the British Council, will train approximately 100 undergraduate students in data analysis and artificial intelligence. The Great Scholars for Outstanding Undergraduate Talent (Scout) scheme includes a 64-hour certificate program, with 24 hours of online coursework from the University of Durham. The initiative aims to provide students with limited access to international education the opportunity to acquire crucial skills and enhance employability, according to the Hindu reports.
Celebrating 55 years in Bollywood, Amitabh Bachchan shares an AI version of himself on Instagram. The legendary actor, known for iconic roles in films like 'Deewaar' and 'Sholay,' unveiled an AI-generated image with a camera lens eye and film
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