1. Video Generation Platform Pika Opens Web Access to All Users

AI startup Pika announced today on social media platform X that it is opening up web access to its video generation platform Pika 1.0 to all users today. Founded in April this year, Pika 1.0 not only generates 3D animation, animation, cartoon, and movie videos based on text, images, or video styles but also allows for localized editing of videos.

Official website: pika.art

2. South Korea Denies AI-Generated Content Copyrights

South Korea’s Ministry of Culture announced that it will not register copyrights for AI-generated content, legally not recognizing the creativity of such content, according to the Korean news agency Yonhap. The Ministry of Culture added that copyright registration would only be possible for works that clearly convey human thoughts and emotions. The decision will soon be announced in “AI Copyright Guidelines” for AI companies, copyright holders and users, which also stipulate that AI companies need to provide fair compensation to copyright holders to secure the right to use their products and recommend that copyright holders clearly express their intentions or take technical measures to prevent their creations from being used in AI research. research.

3. LG To Unveil AI Agent Robot

LG Electronics announced that it will launch its two-legged AI Agent smart home robot at CES 2024, which will be able to move, learn, understand and engage in complex conversations through robotics, AI and multimodal technologies. Designed with “bipedal” wheels, the robot is able to navigate independently around the home, interact verbally with the user, and express emotions through the movement of its articulated leg joints. Using its built-in camera, speakers, and a variety of sensors, the robot collects real-time environmental data, including temperature, humidity, and indoor air quality, and analyzes it using AI technology.

4. Tesla Delays Crucial Full Self-Driving v12 Update

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) v12 software update, a significant leap in the company’s autonomous driving program, is facing delays due to additional work required outside of California.

The v12 update aims to introduce “end-to-end neural networks,” shifting vehicle control from coded programming to AI-driven responses. This shift means that not only the vision system but also the vehicle’s behavior will be AI-driven.

Despite being installed in numerous cars, Musk noted the need for additional testing due to the new architecture. While the system works well in California, it will require additional training for areas with heavy precipitation.

5. Prepare for the Surge of AI Innovations at CES

The CES ( Consumer Electronics Show) is coming back to Las Vegas the week of January 7, 2024 and it should be one of the biggest tech events in the world again.

The four-day tech bazaar will showcase a plethora of new gadgets, startups, and ambitious prototypes.

This year, AI is expected to be the star of the show, appearing in cars, scooters, headphones, cameras, speakers, and televisions. Some of these products will offer enhanced voice command services, while others may introduce more significant advancements.

Organizers expect more than 130,000 attendees, hundreds of speakers and more than 3,500 exhibitors on 2.4 million square feet of exhibit space.