1. Meta Launches Llama 4 with Multimodal Capabilities
Meta has officially launched Llama 4, its most powerful open-source AI model to date. The model supports multimodal inputs, including text, image, and video, and is expected to rival proprietary offerings like OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Google’s Gemini Ultra 2. Early testers say Llama 4 performs exceptionally in reasoning and image interpretation tasks.
2. France Invests $2.5 Billion in AI Infrastructure
The French government announced a €2.3 billion (US$2.5 billion) investment in domestic AI infrastructure. The funds will go toward AI research centers, cloud computing infrastructure, and data training initiatives. France aims to become a European leader in sovereign AI development.
3. Stanford Creates AI Model That Predicts Earthquakes
Stanford University researchers have unveiled an AI system that accurately predicts earthquake risk zones using seismic pattern analysis. The system has already flagged multiple high-risk areas across Japan and California. The team says real-time alert integration is next.
4. AI Ethics Under Fire After Data Misuse Scandal
A whistleblower has revealed that a major U.S. tech firm used unauthorized patient data to train its AI healthcare tools. The incident has sparked debates about ethical guidelines and the need for stronger AI governance, especially in sensitive sectors like health and finance.
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