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APPLE WORKING ON ON-DEVICE LLM FOR GENERATIVE AI FEATURES

Apple's LLM will reportedly run entirely on-device rather than via the cloud like most existing AI services.

PHI 3

Phi 3 is a series of models, 3B-14B in size, which perform exceptionally well on modern benchmarks. The 3B model claims to outperform the original ChatGPT model. Weights have been released. There is a variant available with a 128k context length.

INTRODUCING SEED-X: MULTIMODAL FOUNDATION MODELS

INSTRUCTION HIERARCHY

OpenAI published research on giving system prompts stronger weighting, which dramatically improves model robustness to jailbreaks and adversarial attacks.

IMAGE GENERATION WITH MULTIBOOTH

MultiBooth introduces a two-phase process to enhance multi-concept image generation, overcoming the challenges of concept fidelity and high costs found in other methods.

EXPLORING LLAMA3'S PERFORMANCE IN LOW-BIT QUANTIZATION

Meta's LLaMA3, a leading large language model, is being tested for its efficiency in low-bit scenarios, often essential in systems with limited resources. This study, available on GitHub and Hugging Face, aims to refine and improve quantization strategies for future large language models.

INSTRUCTOR

Instructor is a Python library that makes it easy to work with structured outputs from large language models.

LOS ANGELES IS USING AI IN A PILOT PROGRAM TO TRY TO PREDICT HOMELESSNESS AND ALLOCATE AID

The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services is using predictive AI to prevent homelessness, identifying at-risk individuals to provide aid and successfully keeping 86% of participants housed. The program, initiated in 2021, has assisted nearly 800 households with over $4,000 in support each. Despite concerns over privacy and ethics, the AI initiative shows promise in addressing California's climbing homelessness crisis.

SELF-REASONING TOKENS, TEACHING MODELS TO THINK AHEAD

Recent experiments introduced "Reasoning Tokens" to improve the thinking process of language models like GPT-2, encouraging them to make calculations for future tokens. Early results show a 35% decrease in loss, indicating the models can indeed learn to anticipate future information. This approach could enhance the ability of language models to plan and reason in a self-supervised manner, potentially reducing the need for step-by-step explanations.

HOW DOES CHATGPT WORK? AS EXPLAINED BY THE CHATGPT TEAM

In this article, OpenAI's Evan Morikawa provides insights into ChatGPT's inner workings, covering input text processing and tokenization to prediction sampling using large language models. ChatGPT operates by turning tokens into numerical vectors (embeddings), multiplying them by a weight matrix of billions, and selecting the most probable next word. The tech is grounded in extensive pretraining to predict text based on vast internet data.

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STARTUP USES AI TO EDIT HUMAN DATA

A Berkeley-based startup, Profluent, claims to have used generative AI to create a new gene editor called OpenCRISPR-1, which it has used to edit human DNA.

GENERATING 3D SCENES FROM SIX IMAGES

6Img-to-3D is a novel method that uses transformers to create 3D-consistent images from just six input photos.

PANJAYA (PRODUCT)

Localize or tailor video content for any audience in any language while preserving the speakers' natural voice and lip movements.

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PHILIPPINES SEC WORKS TO REMOVE BINANCE FROM GOOGLE AND APPLE APP STORE

The Philippines' SEC has ordered Google and Apple to delist the Binance app from the Filipino app store, following a push to restrict access to unlicensed crypto trading platforms and protect the local economy and investors. This comes after prior warnings, as part of the SEC's ongoing efforts to regulate crypto activities.

BLOCKCHAIN ASSOCIATION AND CRYPTO ACTIVIST GROUP SUE SEC OVER ‘DEALER RULE'

The SEC is being sued over the recently finalized Dealer Rule expansion, which redefined the term to require more crypto organizations to register with the SEC and comply with securities laws. The lawsuit argues that the SEC did not address public concerns and failed to consider the expansion's negative consequences. The Blockchain Association and Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas are advocate groups representing the industry and pushing for better crypto legislation.

LIQUID RESTAKING PROTOCOL RENZO ANNOUNCES AIRDROP

CELO CHOOSES OPTIMISM, CONCLUDING BAKE-OFF AMONG LAYER 2S

After months of consideration, Celo has chosen Optimism as the tech stack for building an Ethereum L2. This decision comes after Celo pivoted from an independent blockchain to becoming an L2, citing Ethereum alignment and greater liquidity. Other candidates included Arbitrum Orbit, zkSync's ZK Stack, and Polygon's CDK.

A CAUTIONARY TALE ABOUT ‘THE VC PONZI SCHEME'

Founders should be wary of the VC ponzi scheme, where venture capitalists pressure startups to raise massive rounds at premature valuations, only to show paper gains to attract more funds from limited partners, which they take fees on. To avoid misaligned incentives, some firms opt for internal capital structures instead of traditional VC funds, ensuring they only profit from genuine investment success.

DEEP DIVE INTO THE HISTORY OF DEGEN

This post explores how Degenchain has grown since its L3 launch on Base. Degenchain is community-driven and has shifted to a robust ecosystem with high transaction rates. The history of its native DEGEN token is traced from a community token on Farcaster, a crypto-native social network, to its ascent as a primary utility token. Future catalysts for DEGEN's growth include Coinbase's market influence, Base network's expansion, potential ETH ETFs, Bitcoin halving, and onchain events like "Onchain Summer”.

SEC SEEKS $5.3B FROM DO KWON AND TERRA

The SEC is seeking over $5 billion from Do Kwon and Terraform Labs for penalties and disgorgement after a guilty verdict for defrauding investors. The enforcement action also involves barring Kwon from executive roles in any securities issue.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT BIP-420

A BIP, or Bitcoin Improvement Proposal, is a pending upgrade to the Bitcoin blockchain that has been assigned a number for easy communication. BIP-420 is related to OP_CAT, an upgrade to Bitcoin's scripting language that would make smart contracts and zk bridges possible. The process to upgrade Bitcoin is decentralized and community-driven, so there must be a consensus from miners and developers alike to adopt BIP-420.

POLYMARKET'S AIRDROP ODDS FOR THE NEXT 69 DAYS

The protocols most likely to airdrop tokens within the next 69 days are Swell, zkSync, and friend.tech.

THE EFFECT OF THE HALVING

With halvings, there is excess demand over supply, which leads to dramatic price increases as new investors and a lower inflation rate disrupt the equilibrium.

JANE STREET IS BULLISH ON COINBASE AND HERE'S WHY

Trading firm Jane Street Capital owns 5.3% of outstanding Coinbase shares, up from 2% in December 2023.

DEGODS RUMORED TO MIGRATE BACK TO SOLANA

NFT project DeGods, which is most famous for migrating to Ethereum from Solana, may be planning to move back to its original blockchain, according to a cryptic post from its founder.

ADOBE LAUNCHES FIREFLY 3 WITH FULL AI IMAGE GENERATION IN PHOTOSHOP

Adobe has integrated the generative AI model Firefly Image 3 into Photoshop, allowing users to generate images directly in the program. It also added the ability to use a reference image with its Generative Fill feature and a new feature to develop backgrounds for generating seamless backdrops, which is helpful for marketing and advertising physical products.

EU OPENS PROBE OF TIKTOK LITE, CITING CONCERNS ABOUT ADDICTIVE DESIGN

The EU is investigating TikTok's potential violation of the Digital Services Act. It is focusing on TikTok Lite's "task and reward" feature, which could harm users' mental health, particularly minors, due to the lack of a risk assessment. If found guilty, TikTok could face penalties of up to 6% of its global annual turnover. Interim measures like suspending TikTok Lite's access are being considered.

ADOBE'S VIDEOGIGAGAN AI MODEL CAN UPSCALE VIDEOS WITH STUNNING DETAIL AND SMOOTH CONSISTENCY

Adobe researchers have introduced VideoGigaGAN, an AI model that achieves up to 8 times video upsampling with precise details and temporal stability, surpassing traditional video super-resolution methods. The model, built upon GigaGAN, addresses past challenges by improving temporal consistency and detail retention in videos, setting a new standard in the field.

HOW TO DESIGN AI INTERFACES TO IMPROVE USER CHOICES

The majority of AI-generated apps allow users to select from multiple outputs. Nevertheless, AI interfaces will increasingly focus on delivering a single, accurate result, especially for straightforward tasks. When more than one option makes sense, designers can limit the scope of choices, offer a regenerate option, and give users customization options.

FIVE DESIGN SYSTEM EXAMPLES (AND WHAT YOU CAN LEARN FROM THEM)

A design system offers many advantages, like consistency, improved workflows, and cross-team collaboration. Design systems can foster accountability, attention, trust, and attractiveness for future talent while often being open-source to inspire and educate. Top design systems like Shopify's Polaris or IBM's Carbon provide extensive resources, set clear guidelines, and ensure inclusivity, setting the standard for others to learn from and follow.

CONTROL AI-GENERATED IMAGE COMPOSITION AND STYLE

Stylar is an all-in-one online design platform that allows you to generate and edit in one place with an AI-powered design workflow.

CUSTOMIZABLE IN-APP FORMS TO UNDERSTAND YOUR USERS' NEEDS

Seamlessly add widgets to your app or website to understand your users better.

HUES & GRADIENTS (FIGMA PLUGIN)

Explore millions of color hues/shades/tones and gradients directly in Figma for perfect color palettes for your next design project.

INSTAGRAM IS DEAD TO US... SO WHAT'S NEXT FOR CREATIVES?

Instagram's effectiveness in reaching potential clients has waned due to algorithm changes and competition. However, there are ways to reverse that trend, including refining your niche, revisiting your portfolio, changing your routine, investing in partnerships, and paying attention to local communities.

DESIGN WITH CONSTRAINTS

Design processes are about solving problems and delivering solutions, which can only be achieved with appropriate constraints informed by research or at least an accurate definition of the problem. Design systems should be built with constraints. It's easier for designers to build solutions that provide real value when constraints exist.

USING ZEPLIN FOR DESIGN HANDOFF: HOW DOES IT COMPARE TO FIGMA DEV MODE?

Figma began offering developer-focused features to resolve common problems in design handoff with the introduction of Dev Mode in 2023. Zeplin is a complete platform for design handoff, helping cross-functional teams overcome challenges. This post compares Zeplin with Figma Dev Mode to help you decide on the ideal handoff tool for your team.

FLOW'S POWERFUL ANIMATION FOR THE TRUSSELL TRUST HELPS BREAK HARMFUL POVERTY STEREOTYPES

Manchester-based creative company Flow has created a striking animation for The Trussell Trust to help students and teachers understand the challenges facing young people in poverty.

THE PARALLEL JOURNEY OF PHYSICAL PRODUCT DESIGN AND UX/UI DESIGN

Designers must go beyond decoration by mastering language and microcopy, crucial skills in today's design landscape, where cognitive biases influence decision-making. Founders should prioritize understanding design's impact on decision-making to navigate the creative landscape effectively.

HOW GENERATIVE AI STREAMLINED MY CREATIVE PROCESS

Tomasz Opasinski, a Creative Technologist in AI/ML, Machine Intelligence & New Technologies, designed a poster using Adobe Firefly and a generative workflow for the 22nd Kinoteka Polish Film Festival.

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META IS GOING OPEN-SOURCE

Meta is releasing its Horizon OS operating system for virtual and mixed reality headsets and partnering with hardware companies to design optimized headsets, aiming to define the next generation of computing with an open model. This move is part of Meta's broader strategy as a horizontal services company to capture user time and attention, commoditize AI models and headset hardware, and avoid being subject to the control of closed platforms like Apple or Google.

WAYS TO MAKE $100 MILLION DOLLARS PER YEAR IN SAAS

Who you're selling to and how much they're willing to pay for a product has a downstream impact on how you think about GTM, hiring, and scaling. This article discusses various strategies for building a successful SaaS business based on different customer segments and their respective revenue potential. It breaks down the customer acquisition costs, payback periods, and lifetime values associated with each type of SaaS "animal," ranging from "flies" (10 million consumers at $10 each) to "whales" (100 multinationals at $1 million each).

PERPLEXITY IS RAISING $250M+ AT UP TO A $3B VALUATION

Perplexity, an AI search engine startup, is currently raising at least $250 million at a valuation between $2.5 billion and $3 billion, following two recent fundraises that saw its valuation skyrocket. The company's generative AI-based search engine provides results using a chatbot-style interface and incorporates various large language models to produce accurate and rich responses. Perplexity also offers an advanced enterprise "pro" product.

WE FOUND PMF: HERE WERE THE SIGNS

PMF is not a single, definitive moment but rather a continuum that startups progress through in stages. Using the First Round Capital framework, this article shares how CommandBar navigated through different PMF stages. It discusses the challenges and signs associated with each stage, from having disparate early adopters to experiencing more consistent demand and usage. The article emphasizes the importance of focusing on product love and usage, digging deeper into ICPs, and regularly assessing PMF using a framework.