DALL-E 3 and AI tanks

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ISRAEL’S NEW AI-POWERED TANK 🪖

Technology has always had a massive impact on warfare, from bayonets to guns to bombs, and whoever has the technology tends to have the advantage. 🦾

What happened? The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have introduced a game-changing addition to their armored fleet with the “Barak tank.” This AI-powered military machine is the result of over five years of collaborative development involving the Defense Ministry's Directorate of Defense Research and Development, IDF Ground Forces, the Armored Corps, and the 401st Brigade.

What’s special about the tank? The Barak tank boasts a revolutionary set of features, including night-vision capabilities and most notably its advanced AI-driven targeting system, which is able to lock on targets with much more accuracy and ease than humans. With the ability to monitor its surroundings with 360 degree precision and instantly relay crucial information to its crew, it offers a substantial advantage on the battlefield. The tank's AI is also programmed to identify and target enemy forces preemptively, enhancing survivability. Another feature that sets the Barak apart is its adaptability and ease of use. Crew members can tailor the tank's operating system to their specific needs, simplifying complex tasks. The tank is designed to evolve with the changing landscape of warfare, ensuring that soldiers won't have to constantly learn new systems. These innovations allow the four-person crew to function differently than in conventional tanks and focus more on strategy, less on operation.

What does this mean? The AI-powered Barak tank is not yet being used in combat, but this innovation highlights another use for AI in military practices. As AI continues to find more applications in this domain, it is clear that warfare is undergoing a dramatic shift, similar to the development of guns and bombs, making military defense less of a matter of force and more a matter of technological application, this time with the use of AI.

OPENAI UNVEILS DALL-E 3 🦾

The “DALL-E Llama” … someone had to say it. 😂

What’s new? OpenAI's generative AI visual art platform, DALL-E, has just unveiled its eagerly awaited third iteration, DALL-E 3.

What are the new features? One of the standout features of DALL-E 3 is its integration with ChatGPT. Users can now lean on ChatGPT to craft prompts, eliminating the need for elaborate directives. ChatGPT generates detailed paragraphs from user prompts, providing DALL-E 3 with a clear vision for image creation. For those with specific ideas, however, using their own prompts remains an option. Another significant improvement is DALL-E 3's enhanced understanding of context. Previous versions sometimes struggled with specific wording, but this iteration exhibits a marked improvement in accurately interpreting and visualizing text prompts. This leap in contextual comprehension streamlines the process for creative expression and image tinkering. Furthermore, DALL-E 3 places a strong emphasis on safety. OpenAI has worked diligently to prevent the generation of explicit or harmful images. By collaborating with external red teamers and employing input classifiers, DALL-E 3 is better equipped to avoid problematic prompts. Additionally, it refrains from recreating images of public figures unless explicitly mentioned.

SCHOOL SHOOTING SURVIVOR USES AI FOR MENTAL HEALTH 🧠

Mental health treatment continues to make massive strides, and this new app has an inspiring origin. 🙏

What’s up? Kai Koerber, a survivor of the tragic 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, has channeled his trauma into a remarkable app called Joy, aimed at promoting mental health and well-being.

How does it work? This innovative smartphone app harnesses the power of AI to recommend quick, tailored mindfulness activities based on users' emotional states, identified through the sound of their voices. Unlike traditional mindfulness practices, Joy emphasizes on-the-go emotional support, offering brief, effective assessments and exercises that can be completed in seconds.

Why did he create the app? Koerber's motivation stemmed from recognizing the need to address the often-overlooked aspect of mental health in the aftermath of traumatic events like mass shootings. Having battled post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) himself, he understands the enduring impact such experiences can have on individuals. He stated, “In the immediate aftermath of the tragedy, the first thing that came to mind after we’ve experienced this horrible, traumatic event—how are we going to personally recover? It’s great to say OK, we’re going to build a better legal infrastructure to prevent gun sales, increased background checks, all the legislative things. But people really weren’t thinking about ... the mental health side of things.” This new wave of mental health apps like Joy and Woebot are leveraging AI to give people access to quality mental health treatments and opening the door to a bright future of overall well-being.

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