Meta says "sike" to AI profile idea

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META TRIES TO KILL AI PROFILE IDEA 🙃

Q: What does Mark Zuckerberg give his kids for snack time?

A: Instagram crackers. 😆

What’s up? Reports have been flying around that Meta plans to flood its platforms with AI profiles. In response to public backlash, however, Meta is now scrambling to kill this idea.

Want the background? Since late 2023, Meta quietly launched several AI characters on Instagram and Facebook. These accounts, introduced alongside celebrity AI profiles, generated AI-created content and allowed users to chat via direct messages. Initially flying under the radar, the accounts became the center of controversy late last week. The controversy began when Connor Hayes, Meta’s VP of generative AI, revealed plans for AI accounts to interact with users on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, complete with bios and profile photos. This announcement raised concerns about the dilution of authentic human connections on social media and the potential for sloppy content.

What now? It’s not clear what Meta will do from here, now that they have invested so much tech infrastructure in its AI Studio, where users are able to create custom characters to use on its platforms. But one thing is for certain: If Meta doesn’t find a way to smooth things over with the public and keep bots off its platforms, they will continue to face substantial complaints from users.

GROK CAN NOW ANALYZE PHOTOS 📸

Q: Why did the photographer have a hangover?

A: He took too many shots. 🥃

What’s up? Grok, the AI chatbot integrated into the X platform, can now analyze images.

How does it work? Grok allows users to upload images and get questions answered about them. In early tests, Grok has excelled at identifying historical figures and extracting detailed text from images, such as flyers and screenshots. Grok has also showcased the ability to take existing images and create similar new images. This follows the development of LLMs like OpenAI’s GPT-4o, which can analyze both images and documents.

How can it be used? On mobile, users can access Grok through the X app by tapping the Grok tab and uploading an image. On desktop, users can access Grok on the left-hand menu on X.com. However, the free version has a strict limit of three image uploads per day, making it challenging for extensive use.

A NEW ROBOVAC WITH AN AI ARM 🦾

We are one step closer to robot maids! 🧹

What’s new? Chinese tech company Roborock has introduced the Saros Z70, an advanced robot vacuum which features an AI-powered folding arm.

Want the details? The arm attachment is designed to identify and remove small household obstacles like socks, tissues, and sandals. The vacuum is supposed to handle items weighing up to 10.58 ounces, making it more efficient in keeping floors clear. However, in actuality, the robot struggles to identify or pick up objects consistently (see above video). Nevertheless, this technology is a step in the right direction towards robotic house cleaners. Roborock President Quan Gang believes that with the rise of AI, robot vacuums could become as common as washing machines within the next three years. The Saros Z70 is expected to launch globally in early 2025, though pricing remains undisclosed.

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