AI, Chatbots And Robots In News 2024

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From self-driving cars to virtual assistants, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming our world. But what does 2024 hold for this dynamic field? Buckle up, because in this post, we’ll dive into the latest headlines about AI, robotics, and chatbots, exploring how these advancements are shaping current affairs.

We’ll uncover real-world applications, discuss ongoing debates, and provide insights into what the future might hold. So, whether you’re a tech enthusiast or simply curious about the ever-evolving landscape of AI, this blog post is your one-stop shop for the hottest current affairs in 2024.

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Chatbots, Robots, and AI in News 2024 [January to December]

January and March 2024

India’s first AI teacher humanoid robot, named Iris, was unveiled at KTCT Higher Secondary School in Trivandrum, Kerala.

Anthropic launched AI models “Claude 3 Haiku”, “Claude 3 Sonnet”, and “Claude 3 Opus”.

National Payments Corporation of India partnered with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, for blockchain and AI research.

“Haiper” gained attention as an AI-powered video generation tool.

Accenture introduced the AI-native learning platform “LearnVantage”.

World Consumer Rights Day observed on March 15, focused on fair and responsible AI for consumers.

Google Deepmind introduced its AI gaming agent “SIMA”.

Nvidia unveiled the B200 ‘Blackwell’ AI chip.

Tennessee became the first US state to pass the AI music legislation “Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security (ELVIS) Act”.

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The USA launched the X-37B robot spaceplane, while China launched “The Shenlong” robot spaceplane.

Google DeepMind and Stanford University unveiled the humanoid robot “Mobile ALOHA.”

A woman robot astronaut named Vyommitra will fly into space ahead of ISRO’s “Gaganyaan” mission.

“Homosep Atom” in the news is a type of septic tank/manhole cleaning robot.

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launched the AI-supported Telemedicine Mobile Clinic “Aarogya-Doctors on Wheels” in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir.

Krutrim AI became India’s first AI startup to reach unicorn status.

Google announced the launch of its AI video model “Lumiere.”

Digital University Kerala introduced the silicon-proven AI chip “Kairali AI Chip.”

AIIMS, Delhi, in collaboration with CDAC Pune, launched the AI platform “iOncology.ai.”

Microsoft initiated the “ADVANTA(I)GE INDIA” program to equip 2 million Indians with AI skills by 2025.

Google declared the establishment of an “AI Centre of Excellence” at IIIT Nagpur.

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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways’ “iRASTE” initiative won the 9th GovTech award in Dubai for AI-Powered Government Services.

OpenAI launched the text-to-video AI model “Sora.”

iCreate signed an MoU with Microsoft to launch the iMPEL-AI program in India.

Assert AI unveiled “Pratham,” the world’s first No-code computer vision platform.

Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) received the first prize in “Innovation in AI” at the Aegis Graham Bell Awards for its ASTR project.

Google DeepMind launched the generative AI model “Genie.”

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Chatbots and Robots in News 2023 [January to December]

▪ Researchers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST) have developed a groundbreaking humanoid robot named ‘Pibot’ that can operate aircraft without the need for cockpit modifications. Pibot is the first humanoid pilot in the world, utilizing artificial intelligence and robotics to precisely control flight instruments even in turbulent conditions.

▪ The Meghalaya state government has recently adopted Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled robotic technology for cleaning Umiam Lake.

▪ India’s first AI-driven anti-drone system, “Indrajaal,” was recently launched and developed by Grene Robotics.

▪ India’s largest robotic manufacturing unit, “Bot-Verse,” was inaugurated in Greater Noida.

▪ NASA is developing the snake-like robot Exobiology Extant Life Surveyor (EELS) for exploring Saturn’s moon’s surface.

▪ Telangana launches State Robotics Framework to create a sustainable robotics ecosystem. The framework was launched by IT and Industries Minister KT Rama Rao in Hyderabad.

▪ Kerala became the first state to use the robotic scavenger “Bandicoot” for cleaning manholes.

Saw 'Bandicoot' in action in Trivandrum today. This is a kind of work workers used to do manually. Workers frequently die in India due to inhalation of toxic gases in manholes. The Municipal Corporation of Trivandrum has been using this robot for the past 3 yrs, workers said. pic.twitter.com/OWh5SlROpC
— Subin Dennis (@subindennis) May 27, 2023

▪ Emirates unveiled the world’s first robotic check-in assistant, named “Sara.”

▪ Researchers from Switzerland developed an autonomous fish robot called “Belle.” It enables conservationists to gain valuable insights into underwater ecosystems without disrupting marine life.

▪ A sniffing robot using locust antennae for disease diagnosis and security checks was developed in Israel.

▪ The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW) launched “Kisan e-Mitra,” an AI (Artificial Intelligence) Chatbot, for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Scheme.

▪ Italy has recently banned the use of ChatGPT.

▪ Jammu and Kashmir launched India’s first Tele-MANAS chatbot for mental health services.

▪ Madhya Pradesh introduced the AI chatbot “Just Ask/Khulke Poochho” in partnership with UNFPA (United Nations Population Fund ) to address the critical need for accurate and accessible information on social issues and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) among adolescents and young adults.

▪ Delhi’s Child Rights Commission launched a WhatsApp chatbot called “Bal Mitra” to make governance more effective for children by enabling two-way communication. The chatbot can be accessed by sending a WhatsApp message to the DCPCR Helpline number 9311551393. It can be used to register complaints, seek information on child rights, and track the status of complaints. The chatbot is also available in Hindi and English.

▪ Google introduced the AI chatbot “Bard” globally, including in India.

▪ Baidu (a Chinese multinational technology company)announced the launch of the AI chatbot “Ernie Bot” (Enhanced Representation through Knowledge Integration).

▪ The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (Meity) initiated the Bhashini WhatsApp chatbot. Bhashini is a translation system that will connect Indians, who use local languages, with the internet.

▪ The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) launched the chatbot “Aadhaar Mitra.” It has enhanced features like checking Aadhaar enrollment/update status & information on enrollment center location.

▪ India’s first ChatGPT-powered AI chatbot is named “Lexi.” The chatbot has been invented by the financial technology firm Velocity.

At Velocity, we’re super excited to introduce you to Lexi – India's first AI-powered D2C #chatbot integrated with OpenAI's #ChatGPT.🤖

With its intelligent responses & user-friendly interface, Lexi has already ruffled some feathers in the eCommerce industry. Check it out! 👇 pic.twitter.com/QsyAo2R2SO
— Velocity⚡️ (@velocity_in) February 14, 2023

▪ Meta launched the new chatbot “LLaMA.”

▪ “Artifact,” an AI-powered personalized news feed app, was launched by Instagram co-founders.

▪ Anthropic introduced its AI chatbot “Claude.”

▪ Punjab and Haryana High Court became the first in India to use Chat GPT for deciding bail plea.

▪ Sberbank unveiled its chatbot “GigaChat.”

▪ Microsoft introduced “Jugalbandi,” an AI chatbot for rural India.