ByteSize Daily Wrap - 2023/07/20

Hello, tech enthusiasts, welcome back to Atometrix ByteSize, where we are boldly going through the frontier of artificial intelligence, low code, and tech world, expecting to conquer new galaxies every day. We are thrilled to peek into a day of AI-powered wonders that will add fuel to your tech-savvy rocket. Today, we're diving headfirst into language models revolutionised by Meta and Microsoft, training reward models, OpenAI's GPT-4, real-time tumour profiling, and much more. So buckle up and put your space helmets on as we lift off to another tech adventure!

Ever wondered how Sherlok Holmes would feel if he was a computer wizard? Meta and Microsoft seem to have cracked the code, training language models with a staggering number of tokens! As we decode this tech mystery, don’t forget to check out OpenAI's GPT-4 as they coyly try to intrigue us with their new image-recognition feature (no peeking allowed yet!). Then, we have CHARM on the operation table, a revolutionary tech that even Grey's Anatomy doctors would drop their scalpels for. Buckle up folks, as we explore the digital land of low code, AI, and tech, sprinkled with humour, surprises, and mind-boggling discoveries.

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News & Articles

• (Link) Meta + Microsoft = Open source Llama 2: Attention all language enthusiasts! The wonderful folks at Meta have just released Llama 2, the commercially licensed version of their beloved Llama model. With training on a whopping 2T tokens and boasting models with up to 70B parameters, it's a linguistic powerhouse. The linked paper in the blog provides juicy details and fascinating insights, including the importance of properly training the reward model. Trust me, it's trickier than you might think! So, if you're ready to dive into the world of language models, Llama 2 is here to help you decipher the mysteries. And remember, training reward models is seriously rewarding... and challenging!

• (Link) OpenAI's GPT-4: The Mind-Blowing Image Recognition Breakthrough!: OpenAI is being a bit of a tease with its GPT-4! They've been working on an image-recognition feature, but they're holding it back because they're worried it might be too good at recognising people. Guess they don't want any awkward encounters! Come on, OpenAI, let us see what you've got! Maybe they're afraid it'll start working on its own selfies!

• (Link) Real-Time Tumour Profiling: Revolutionary AI Enhances Brain Cancer Surgery!: Discover how CHARM, an innovative AI tool, is revolutionising brain cancer surgery by providing real-time tumour profiling. This groundbreaking technology decodes the genome of the cancerous cells while the surgery is taking place, allowing doctors to make crucial decisions on the spot. With CHARM, brain surgeons can now get the inside scoop on the cancer's genetic makeup while operating. It's like having a brilliant molecular biologist right there in the operating room! Don't worry, I promise CHARM won't be stealing any scalpel-wielding thunder!

Insights & Papers

• (Link) Natural Language Processing with Microsoft's RetNet!: Microsoft Research's UniLM group has introduced a new architecture called RetNet, which strikes a balance between recurrent models and transformers. This innovative approach combines the advantages of both while delivering impressive results. The RetNet models, trained on a staggering 100 billion tokens using 512 AMD MI200 GPUs, have shown promising performance compared to transformers. It's a game-changer in the field of natural language processing, and it seems Microsoft has cracked the code with their RetNet. Who says GPUs can't be our secret weapon?

• (Link) Uncovering Hidden Secrets: Master Human Action Recognition!: In this exciting article, researchers introduce a clever new method called Skeleton Sequence Learning, which harnesses the detailed connections between different joints in the human skeleton to recognise and comprehend human actions. The best part? It doesn't require a massive amount of labeled data to work! So you can now impress your friends with your newfound knowledge of action recognition, without needing a huge dataset.

Code & Engineering

• (Link) Build Your Own Smart AI Assistant with AutoChain!: AutoChain is a cool new project on GitHub that combines the best aspects of LangChain and AutoGPT. It offers developers a lightweight and flexible framework to create their own agents using LLMs and custom tools. It's like a DIY kit for building smart AI assistants! So if you fancy getting creative with language models, AutoChain is the way to go. Who needs an actual assistant when you can build your own, right? Happy coding!

• (Link) Harmonising images like never before!: This article introduces a cool new method for image harmonisation called "Mimicking Human Behaviour with Pre-trained Models". It's all about training models to do this task in a more efficient and cost-effective way. No need for a gazillion composite images! Now we can harmonise images without breaking the bank.

• (Link) Dive into the depths with mind-blowing video analysis!: Get ready for some impressive video depth estimation! A clever team has come up with a cool new method called the Neural Video Depth Stabiliser, which gives consistent and accurate depth estimations in videos. And hold on to your hats, because they've also created the largest-ever dataset of natural-scene video depth, known as Video Depth in the Wild. This repo is definitely a game-changer for video analysis. So, dive in and let's see what's hiding in the depths! Just make sure you bring your underwater camera with you!

• (Link) Supercharge Your ML Projects with Scale AI's LLMs!: GitHub has announced that Scale AI, a company specialising in data labelling, annotation, and validation, is making its machine learning (ML) language models (LLMs) available for public use. This will allow developers to fine-tune and host open-source LLMs on the GitHub platform. So, get ready to boost your ML projects with Scale AI's powerful LLMs! And remember, with great language models comes great responsibility... and great code!

Tools & Products

• (Link) Unleash Your Inner AI Wizard at Llama2 Playground!: The article discusses the new Llama2 playground, a fun and interactive platform where users can explore the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The playground allows users to experiment with AI models and learn about various AI techniques. It's a fantastic opportunity to engage with AI in a playful and educational way. So, grab your virtual shovel and come play in the AI sandbox! Just make sure the llamas don't hog all the fun!

• (Link) Toggle AI: Your Smart Investment Buddy on Demand!: The article introduces Toggle AI, a chatbot that provides instant, data-driven answers to tricky investment questions. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, Toggle AI has got your back! No more wasting time searching for information. Just ask Toggle AI and get the answers you need. It's like having a super-smart investment buddy at your fingertips. So, say goodbye to confusion and hello to Toggle AI. Investing has never been easier! And hey, who needs a crystal ball when you've got Toggle AI?

• (Link) Instantly Create Stunning Landing Pages with Permar AI!: Permar AI is an exciting new tool that can help you generate landing pages in a matter of seconds. With its intelligent algorithms, it takes all the hassle out of creating a stunning website. Whether you're a professional or a beginner, this user-friendly platform will make your life easier. Say goodbye to spending hours tweaking code and hello to more time enjoying a cup of tea! Get ready to wow your visitors with Permar AI. They'll be so impressed, they might even bring you biscuits!

• (Link) Transform Your Presentations with Wonderslide's Magical Powers!: Wonderslide is a fantastic tool that can create stunning presentation slide decks within seconds. It saves you from the tedious task of manually designing slides, allowing you to focus on your content instead. With Wonderslide, your presentations will look professional and stylish in no time! It's like having a magic wand for your presentations. So say goodbye to boring slides and hello to Wonderslide's amazing slide-making powers! Just be careful not to get too addicted to its speed and efficiency, or you might start creating presentations for everything, including your grocery list!

Miscellaneous

• (Link) The Untold Struggles of AI App Development!: In this quick read, the article sheds light on the pain points that are often overlooked when it comes to building AI apps. It uncovers the less talked about challenges and dilemmas that developers face in this innovative field. So, get ready to learn what's not usually discussed in the world of AI app development. Trust me, it's not all sunshine and rainbows!

• (Link) AI-Generated TV Episode Shakes Up Hollywood: What's Next?: In the midst of a Hollywood writers' strike, Fable Studios decided to showcase an AI-generated fake TV episode. While this raised concerns about potential job loss in the industry, CEO Edward Saatchi sees it as a chance for creatives to negotiate better protections for AI usage. So, maybe AI won't be taking over Hollywood just yet, but at least it's giving us something to talk about!

• (Link) 8,500 Authors Join Forces to Protect Their Books!: In a literary twist, over 8,500 authors have formed an alliance and penned an open letter to AI developers, pleading for an end to the unauthorised use of their books. They're politely requesting companies to kindly ask for permission before swiping their literary creations, and even want to receive compensation for past and ongoing usage. Let's hope the AI developers stick to the plot and ensure that everybody's on the same page.

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And that's we're nerding out for today, tech-heads! Huge thank you to the best bunch of listeners we could possibly ask for, you've been fantastic as always. Remember, stay ByteSized - in everything except curiosity, of course. We aim for Goliath-sized in that department. Remember when we said tech's got a funny bone? Well, we weren't kidding. So tune in again tomorrow for another round of AI, low code and tech updates that promise to be just as exciting, insightful, and let's admit it - a tad bit hilarious. Until then, keep things delightfully ByteSized!

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