Perplexity’s new shopping tool offers ‘unbiased recommendations’

Perplexity’s new shopping tool offers ‘unbiased recommendations’

AI startup Perplexity has launched a new shopping feature that it describes as a “one-stop solution where you can research and purchase products.” Available initially for U.S.-based users of its paid Pro subscription tier before expanding soon internationally, Perplexity Shopping is a shot across the bows of rival services like Google and Amazon as the … Read more

Google Gemini Advanced: what it is and how to use it

Google Gemini Advanced: what it is and how to use it

Google Google’s Gemini is already revolutionizing the way we interact with AI, but there is so much more it can do with a $20/month subscription. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about Gemini Advanced, from what sets it apart from other AI subscriptions to the simple steps for … Read more

Disinformation spreads wider than fact-checking but DUBAWA Chatbot is changing the game

Disinformation spreads wider than fact-checking but DUBAWA Chatbot is changing the game

A fact-checking chatbot, created by DUBAWA, the information verification arm at the Centre for Journalism, Innovation, and Development (CJID), is bridging the gap between fact-checks and the desired audience globally. The tool, DUBAWA Chatbot, verifies claims for audiences who want to learn more about particular or specific fact-checks using key question prompts. Misinformation is particularly … Read more

ChatGPT: the latest news, updates, and helpful tips

ChatGPT: the latest news, updates, and helpful tips

In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, ChatGPT stands out as a groundbreaking development that has captured global attention. From its impressive capabilities and recent advancements to the heated debates surrounding its ethical implications, ChatGPT continues to make headlines. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or just curious about the future of AI, dive into this … Read more

Apple enters new AI era with unveiling of iPhone 16, introduces hearing aid capability for AirPods

Apple enters new AI era with unveiling of iPhone 16, introduces hearing aid capability for AirPods

Apple’s ubiquitous iPhone is about to break new ground with a shift into artificial intelligence that will do everything from smartening up Siri to creating customized emojis on the fly. “The next generation of iPhone has been designed for Apple Intelligence from the ground up. It marks the beginning of an exciting new era,” CEO … Read more

AI Calculator Can Predict Your Death With 78% Accuracy: Would You Try It Out?

AI Calculator Can Predict Your Death With 78% Accuracy: Would You Try It Out?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved rapidly over the past decade, touching nearly every aspect of our lives, from automating tasks to driving cars. Now, in a striking new development, AI technology has advanced to the point where it can predict something as profound as when a person might die—with an accuracy rate of 78%. Introducing … Read more

Episcopal Church launches AI chatbot ‘AskCathy’

Episcopal Church launches AI chatbot ‘AskCathy’

By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor Monday, August 12, 2024 iStock/Chor muang An artificial intelligence chatbot meant to answer questions about The Episcopal Church called “AskCathy” was launched via a collaboration with a ministry group and a research organization. Short for “Churchy Answers That Help You,” AskCathy was given a soft launch in June after … Read more

Copilot Pro: how to use Microsoft’s advanced AI sidekick

Copilot Pro: how to use Microsoft’s advanced AI sidekick

Microsoft Microsoft’s Copilot Pro is a game-changer for productivity and creativity, offering users advanced AI capabilities right at their fingertips. Whether you’re a professional looking to streamline your workflow or a creator aiming to enhance your projects, Copilot Pro provides a suite of tools designed to supercharge your experience. But with so many functionalities, how … Read more

5 awesome things you can do with Gemini Advanced

Google Gemini Advanced: what it is and how to use it

Gemini Advanced has been in Google’s AI spotlight since it was unveiled in February, providing a more premium AI experience that integrates directly into all your favorite Google apps. Gemini Advanced is known to be far more “capable at highly complex tasks” than the free version of Gemini, with its abilities including, “coding, logical reasoning, … Read more

Will the AI chatbot wave come for the federal government?

Will the AI chatbot wave come for the federal government?

Delayed air passengers, disgruntled phone customers and even hungry people craving a slice of pizza increasingly find their pleas to private companies being answered by artificial intelligence. Soon Canadians who need to reach out to the federal government could also find themselves talking to an employee who’s been helped by non-human assistants. Ottawa is working … Read more