The AI Samosa

Hello Humans, This is “AI Samosa”, the spiciest AI newsletter in India that brings you stories on AI, that you shouldn’t miss!

Here’s what we got for you today:

• ChatGPT is in trouble

• AI in Space

• Delhi’s AI dream

• NVIDIA’s new acquisition

ChatGPT is in Trouble

In a plot twist straight out of the AI story, OpenAI, the brilliant minds behind ChatGPT, find themselves tangled in a legal battle! A class action lawsuit accuses the company of a grand data heist, alleging that they systematically scraped 300 billion words from the internet, including personal information, without consent.

It seems OpenAI's sticky fingers may have overlooked the importance of obtaining permission from content producers.

NASA’s Cosmic Companion: AI assistant in Space

Imagine chatting with space vehicles like they're old friends! NASA's AI assistant aims to establish seamless conversational interactions between humans and space vehicles.

Dr. Suzuki emphasized the potential of AI in addressing software-related issues, fixing data transmission glitches, and streamlining operations. With an interplanetary communications network infused with AI, glitches, and inefficiencies may be detected and resolved in real-time.

This cosmic companion will not only help astronauts with instructions and queries but also facilitate sharing of fascinating discoveries in the vast solar system.

NVIDIA Acquires OmniML to Master Edge AI!

NVIDIA, the AI chip-making giant, is making bold moves in the AI race. In its quest for AI supremacy, the company has been investing in the AI ecosystem and funding startups like Inflection AI, RunwayML, and Cohere.

Now, it has silently acquired OmniML, a startup specializing in shrinking ML models for edge devices. The secret sauce behind model compression seems to have caught NVIDIA's attention, potentially boosting their edge AI capabilities.

What is OmniML?

Founded by industry experts Dr. Di Wu, Dr. Huizi Mao, and Dr. Song Han, OmniML developed Omnimizer—a platform that simplifies AI optimization at scale. Omnimizer streamlines model deployment, training, and measurement into a single platform making it easier to optimize models for edge devices. By including target hardware in testing loops, models become smaller, faster, and better tailored to the specific hardware they run on.

NVIDIA's acquisition of OmniML suggests a strategic move to dominate the edge AI landscape.

What’s happening in India??

Delhi's AI Dream: Capital Eyes an AI Hub!

Delhi is set to embrace the future with an AI hub!

The government is reworking its electronic city policy, aiming to develop Baprola Vihar into an AI powerhouse. This move will boost the economy, create jobs, and establish Delhi as a hub for advanced electronics. AI's influence is spreading across sectors, from education to infrastructure, and the government is actively exploring this exciting opportunity.

The government envisions the development of the Electronic City through a public-private partnership model. As part of the plan, land parcels will be leased for a period of 30 years. The Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (DSIIDC) will spearhead the project, ensuring its comprehensive development.

With an estimated total rent of over Rs 5,287 crore for the concession period, this venture aims to catapult Delhi into the forefront of the AI revolution.

Good Capital Launches $50M Fund for AI-focused Startups!

India-focused Venture Capital firm, Good Capital, has unveiled a $50 million fund to support tech startups leveraging AI. The seed-stage fund aims to invest up to $1.5 million over four years.

Good Capital, known for its early investments in unicorns like Meesho and LEAD School, recognizes the vital role of AI in startup success. AI integration is now a must-have for tech businesses, and Good Capital aims to fuel their growth.

According to Arjun Malhotra, co-general partner at Good Capital, integrating AI is now a crucial aspect for any startup. Similar to the platform shift to mobile in the past, the success of tech businesses will depend on how effectively they leverage AI.

IITs and Private Firms Eye Supreme Court's AI Transcription System!

Ahead of the tender opening, various companies and IITs have expressed their interest in developing an AI system for transcribing court arguments at the Supreme Court. The proposed AI model aims to ensure accurate documentation of proceedings, enhancing transparency and accountability. Participating companies, including AWS, Google, Jio, and others, presented their ideas during the pre-bid queries meeting, discussing the project's feasibility with Supreme Court officials.

Once implemented, the AI-generated transcriptions will be accessible on the Supreme Court's official website, making them easily available through commonly used devices. The court has invited sealed bids from experienced firms for the design, development, and implementation of the AI solution. The deadline for bid submissions is July 10, with the tender award expected to follow negotiations in August.

Uttar Pradesh Sets its Sights on AI and IT Hubs!

Uttar Pradesh (UP) is gearing up to become a major player in the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Information Technology (IT). Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for advancements in AI, UP has unveiled plans to develop major cities including Lucknow, Kanpur, Noida, Varanasi, and Allahabad as AI and IT hubs. Lucknow has been designated as India's first "AI City" and will lead the way in catalyzing the state's transformation into a global AI and IT powerhouse.

UP Industrial Development Minister Nand Gopal Gupta 'Nandi' emphasized the importance of technology and tech leadership in shaping the future world, stating that UP is ready to take the lead in the global tech revolution. The development of AI and IT sectors in these cities aims to propel UP's journey towards becoming a trillion-dollar economy.

The detailed road map for this ambitious endeavor has been presented to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who has assigned a high-level team to ensure swift implementation. A 40-acre land near the Lucknow airport has been earmarked to establish the AI City, which will offer a comprehensive value chain to investors, including AI startups, data centers, data analytics, AI-based training, and more.

UP has formed strategic partnerships with prestigious institutions like IIT Kanpur, IIM Lucknow, and APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University to drive knowledge-based initiatives and projects in the state.

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