Amid global tensions, the rapid spread of misinformation on social media platforms, especially during the Israel-Hamas conflict, poses a significant challenge. With generative AI tools enhancing the believability of fabricated content and platforms like X grappling to tackle the issue, today at Hidden AI News Daily, we dive deep into the complexities of digital deceit and the transformative role of GPT-4 in the AI landscape. Explore the intricate interplay of technology, truth, and global events in our modern digital age.
Verified Users Amplify Falsehoods
Social Media Platforms Struggle with Misinformation During Israel-Hamas Conflict
Misinformation is a widespread problem on social media, especially during crises like the Israel-Hamas war. False accounts, doctored photos, and misleading news stories are quickly shared on platforms like Twitter. However, recent changes made by Twitter have worsened the spread of misinformation during the conflict.
Generative artificial intelligence tools are also making fake photos and videos more believable. This technology allows users to create realistic images or videos that appear authentic but are entirely fabricated. As a result, it becomes increasingly challenging to distinguish between real and fake content.
X’s Battle Against Misinformation
Elon Musk’s social media platform X struggles to combat misinformation about the Israel-Hamas war, causing advertisers to be cautious about returning to the platform. According to a report, 74% of X’s most viral false Israel-Hamas war-related claims were pushed by verified users who pay for a blue check on the platform.
In the first week of the conflict alone, verified accounts promoted ten false narratives about the war. These false narratives received over 1 million likes, reposts, replies, and bookmarks and were viewed by over 100 million people globally.
X’s decision to allow people to pay for verification has inadvertently allowed bad actors to share misinformation about the Israel-Hamas war more prominently. The presence of these false narratives not only misleads users but also exacerbates tensions surrounding an already volatile situation.
The consequences extend beyond user perception as advertisers grow increasingly uneasy about X under Elon Musk’s leadership. Advertisers have become cautious about their ad spend and rates due to concerns regarding misinformation on the platform.
Hiring former NBCUniversal ad chief Linda Yaccarino as X’s CEO did not instill confidence among advertisers either. Additionally, disturbing content continues to persist on X despite efforts from moderation teams – further damaging advertiser trust in the platform.
Brand advertisers, in particular, are concerned about the ongoing misinformation on X. Some have even stopped posting organically on the platform to distance themselves from potentially harmful content.
Regulatory Pressure on X
European regulators have noticed the situation and requested information from X regarding its procedures and practices to address hate speech, misinformation, and violent terrorist content related to the Israel-Hamas war. This move highlights the growing concern among authorities about social media platform’s role in enabling the spread of misinformation during conflicts.
X has made efforts to curb war-related disinformation. The platform introduced a Community Notes feature to debunk false narratives about the Israel-Hamas conflict. However, this feature only debunked misinformation 32% of the time – failing 68% of the time.
Furthermore, X has taken action by removing hundreds of Hamas-affiliated accounts. While these actions demonstrate a commitment to addressing misinformation, it remains an ongoing challenge for the platform.
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Verified Accounts on X Spread 74% of Wartime Misinformation
Misinformation Is Soaring Online. Don’t Fall for It
GPT-4: Dominant Force in AI
The Dominance of GPT-4 in Large Language Models
GPT-4 has emerged as a dominant force in Large Language Models (LLMs). Its success can be attributed to its scale, innovative architecture, and reinforcement learning from human feedback. This advanced AI model has revolutionized natural language processing tasks and has the potential to transform various industries.
The Debate on Openness in AI
The AI community is currently engaged in a debate on openness. OpenAI, one of the leading organizations in the field, has expressed reservations about open-sourcing their models due to concerns about safety and misuse. On the other hand, Meta AI advocates for a more open approach with certain restrictions. This difference in opinion reflects the challenges researchers and policymakers face when balancing openness and safety.
Safety Concerns in AI Research
Safety has become a central concern as AI models become more powerful and integrated into critical systems. These advanced models can cause significant harm if not adequately regulated or deployed responsibly. Establishing robust safety standards is challenging due to various factors such as evolving technologies, ethical considerations, global governance issues, and international cooperation.
Breakthroughs Across Domains
Breakthroughs are occurring across various domains of AI research. Navigation systems are becoming more accurate and efficient, enhancing our daily lives. Weather prediction models are improving, enabling better disaster preparedness and response strategies. Self-driving cars are becoming safer and more reliable through advancements in computer vision algorithms. Music generation algorithms are producing compositions that rival those created by humans.
The Race for Computational Power
Raw computational power plays a crucial role in advancing AI research. Companies like NVIDIA, Intel, and AMD are at the forefront of providing high-performance computing resources necessary for training large-scale AI models effectively. Pursuing computational power also holds geopolitical implications as nations strive to secure access to cutting-edge technologies that can give them a competitive edge in AI development.
The Transformative Potential of Generative AI
Generative AI, which involves creating content such as images, videos, and text, has attracted significant investment and holds transformative potential across various industries. This technology has showcased the resilience and potential of the AI sector in the venture capital world. The focus on generative technologies spanning video, text, and coding has garnered attention from researchers, developers, and investors alike.
Evaluating State-of-the-Art AI Models
Evaluating state-of-the-art AI models is a challenging task. These models are highly complex and often surpass traditional evaluation metrics and benchmarks. When assessing these models, the primary concern is their robustness – their performance under different conditions or unforeseen inputs. More rigorous evaluation methods are needed to evaluate performance and resilience, ethical considerations, and potential biases of these models.
Lack of Transparency in Foundation Models
The Foundation Model Transparency Index released by Stanford evaluates how much information companies disclose about their AI models. According to this index, no prominent developer of foundation models is releasing sufficient information about their potential impact on society. OpenAI and Meta were among the evaluated organizations that did not disclose enough information about their work and usage.
Rankings in the Transparency Index
Meta’s Llama 2 scored the highest in transparency according to the index, followed closely by BloomZ and OpenAI’s GPT-4. Transparency was measured based on 100 indicators, including information about model creation, functionality, usage, societal impact assessment mechanisms, privacy policies addressing bias complaints, etc. While Meta scored 54% transparency rating, BloomZ scored 53%, and GPT-4 scored 48%.
Addressing Societal Impact Concerns
None of the creators of these foundation models disclosed information about societal impact or provided specific channels for addressing concerns related to privacy issues, copyright infringement, bias complaints, etc. The lack of transparency raises concerns about these models’ potential risks and impact on society. The Foundation Model Transparency Index aims to provide a benchmark for governments and companies considering proposed regulations like the EU’s AI Act, which may require transparency reports.
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Breaking Down the “State of AI Report 2023”
The world’s most significant AI models aren’t very transparent, Stanford study says
UMG and BandLab Partner to Protect Artists’ Rights
Universal Music Group partners with BandLab Technologies to promote responsible AI practices in the music industry
Universal Music Group (UMG) has recently partnered with BandLab Technologies, a Singapore-based music tech company, to promote responsible practices with artificial intelligence (AI) in the music industry. This partnership aims to protect the rights of artists and songwriters when using AI in creative processes.
The collaboration between UMG and BandLab Technologies aims to create responsible approaches for using AI that support human creativity and culture. With the advancements in AI technology, it has excellent potential to enhance various aspects of the music industry. However, ensuring that these technologies are used ethically and legally while respecting copyright laws is crucial.
The Recording Academy’s CEO, Harvey Mason Jr., believes AI can amplify human creativity rather than replace it. This partnership between UMG and BandLab Technologies reflects their commitment to fostering innovation while protecting artists’ rights.
Interestingly, UMG was previously in talks with Google about developing a tool designed to combat AI deep fakes that could use artists’ likenesses without their consent. This collaboration with BandLab Technologies further showcases UMG’s dedication to addressing ethical concerns surrounding AI use and creators’ rights.
Universal Music Group files a $75 million lawsuit against Anthropic for alleged illegal use of copyrighted music
In another news related to Universal Music Group (UMG), they have filed a lawsuit against Anthropic, an AI developer, seeking $75 million in damages. The lawsuit alleges that Anthropic illegally used copyrighted music owned by UMG publishers as training data for its AI models.
UMG claims that Anthropic incorporated songs from artists they represent into its AI dataset without obtaining proper permission or licensing agreements. While UMG supports innovation and ethical use of AI technology, they assert that Anthropic violated copyright laws by unlawfully using their copyrighted material commercially.
In the lawsuit, UMG is seeking a jury trial and demanding reimbursement for legal fees, the destruction of infringing material, and financial penalties. This legal action follows a series of disputes between AI developers and creators regarding using copyrighted material without proper authorization.
UMG’s lawsuit against Anthropic emphasizes the importance of protecting artists’ intellectual property rights in an increasingly AI-driven world. As AI continues to evolve and become more integrated into various industries, it is crucial to establish clear guidelines and regulations to safeguard creators’ rights.
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Universal Music Group enters partnership to protect artists’ rights against AI violations
UMG files landmark lawsuit against AI developer Anthropic
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