Google unveils its latest AI language model "PaLM 2" at I/O Conference

Recently, Apple and Microsoft have applied for a series of patents related to augmented reality (AR) technology. Apple's patents involve next-generation AR windshield displays, which can provide drivers with information such as speed information, entry zone warnings, road signs, and important landmarks; Microsoft has published a new patent describing an eye-tracking system that self-calibrates and compensates for deformation. In addition, Apple's AR/VR headset is also officially unveiled and will support iPadOS applications, including the newly released Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad. The emergence of these technologies shows that the AR market is iterating at an alarming rate and the competition is becoming more intense. The major tech giants are constantly innovating and competing for market share. In this context, researchers at Meta Reality Labs have created a framework called XAIR, which aims to solve the problem of uninterpretability of AI predictions and help developers more easily understand the processes that support AI predictions, which will provide more possibilities for the development of AR technology. As AR technology becomes more mature, it may cover a wider range of fields in the future, such as automotive, healthcare, education, and more. Therefore, technology companies continue to increase the research and development and investment of AR technology to seize market opportunities. We can foresee that in the next few years, AR technology will achieve a faster development speed and will bring more convenience to people's lives. In addition, Google CEO Sundar Pichai unveiled his latest artificial intelligence (AI) language model "PaLM 2" at Google I/O Conference, challenging competitors such as OpenAI's GPT-4. Pichai said: "PaLM 2 has been extensively trained in logic and reasoning, and has extremely strong logic and reasoning ability. At the same time, it is also trained in multilingual texts and supports more than 100 languages. Google also said that PaLM 2 has been used to support 25 of its own features and products, including the AI chatbot Bard, as well as Google Docs, slides and worksheets. At the same time, the U.S. government has also begun to strengthen AI regulation, launching the first AI regulatory program, allocating $140 million to research and develop guidelines. This initiative aims to ensure that the development of artificial intelligence does not have a negative impact on society and safeguard the rights and safety of the American people. Several AI companies have also agreed to submit their products for review at a cybersecurity conference in August. In China, the Beijing Society of Engineers, Zhongguancun Digital Intelligence Artificial Intelligence Industry Alliance, and Worry-free Chuangxiang Information Technology Co., Ltd. (51CTO) jointly led the compilation of the group standard "Requirements for the Evaluation of General Talents of Metaverse Intelligent Algorithms". This will provide strong support for improving the accuracy of talent identification in the digital economy, promoting the industrialization of the metaverse, and further promoting the steady development of the metaverse industry and artificial intelligence technology. The metaverse era is coming, and we are looking forward to it. The following is the details of this weekly magazine, our metaverse heart divides it into two major sections: important news, this week's news list, please Enjoy: METAVERSE important news [White House announces first AI regulatory plan: $140 million in research, develop guidelines] On May 4, the White House announced its first measure to curb the risk of artificial intelligence. White House officials said the National Science Foundation plans to allocate $140 million for a new artificial intelligence research center. The administration has also pledged to issue draft guidelines for government agencies to ensure that the use of AI safeguards the rights and safety of the American people. Several AI companies have agreed to submit their products for review at a cybersecurity conference in August. According to a report on May 11, Google CEO Sundar Pichai released his latest artificial intelligence (AI) language model "PaLM 2" at the Google I/O Conference, challenging competitors such as OpenAI's GPT-4. Google also said that PaLM 2 has been used to support 25 of its own functions and products, including the AI chatbot Bard, as well as Google Docs, slides and worksheets. PaLM 2 is an upgraded version of Google's PaLM language model, released last April, designed to challenge the GPT-4 of chatbot ChatGPT developer OpenAI. It is reported that PaLM 2 is divided into four specifications, from small to large, Gecko, Otter, Bison and Unicorn, of which the smallest Gecko can be used on mobile devices. Zheshang Securities Research Report pointed out that the battle between AI giants is in a white-hot stage, which is conducive to promoting the rapid development of technology and expanding diversified application fields including IOT, and further improving the industry prosperity. The company will host another game showcase for its Quest VR headset on June 1. According to sources, the event will have "more than 40 minutes of content" and include game announcements, first looks, updates, and pre- and post-show processes, and the show will mark the official opening of the third annual VR game launch event, Quest Gaming Showcase. It is understood that Meta promises to provide the most comprehensive introduction to the game's content in the history of the event to date in the Quest blog. The 40-minute livestream, which can be watched on Twitch, YouTube, Facebook and Horizon Worlds, will revolve around game announcements, gameplay premieres and updates to existing games, and will again be hosted by Ruth Bram, executive producer of Oculus Studios. Microsoft's latest eye tracking patent or preparing for potential VR headsets] Microsoft has filed for a new patent that may be related to potential future VR headsets. Microsoft's new patent for enhanced eye tracking systems could be used as part of future VR headsets. The patent describes a self-calibration system that can also accommodate deformations or other changes in the device. While the patent may not look much like a VR headset, a reliable eye tracking system that self-calibrates and compensates for distortion can form part of an intuitive and user-friendly VR system. Microsoft seems to be going to great lengths to keep the Xbox gaming platform relevant and competitive. Xbox-branded VR headsets may still have a long way to go, but as Microsoft gains traction in the mainstream gaming market, it may want to be competitive in VR. [Meta develops new framework XAIR for AR applications that explainable AI] While artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning tools are now commonly used to enhance technology applications, the foundations of many of these tools are difficult to decipher. This is because most of them are based on "black box" models that analyze data and learn to predict it, but do not share the processes behind those predictions with human users. To address this, researchers at Meta Reality Labs recently created XAIR, a framework that can help developers make the process that underpins AI predictions easier to understand. Introduced in papers submitted and published as part of the Proceedings of the 2023 CHI Computational Systems Human Factors Conference, the framework is specifically designed to create explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) systems that can be applied to a variety of augmented reality (AR) settings. Adidas Announces Partnership with Tokenproof to Bring Its Sports and Lifestyle Brands to the NFT Community: Adidas has announced a partnership with Tokenproof to bring its sports and lifestyle brands to the NFT community. Adidas leverages tokenproof's cutting-edge authentication methods to enhance its Web3 presence. In addition, millions of Adidas CONFIRMED users in over 25 countries can now connect their wallets using token proof to confirm that they hold ALTS by Adidas tokens. Through the operation, the user will receive a special allowance as a reward. This includes access to limited edition products. The first "Indigo Herz Pack" was designed in collaboration with BAYC, Gmoney and Pixel Vault PUNKS Comic. To mark the Star Wars Day celebration on May 4, digital toy platform Cryptoys announced that it will partner with Disney to sell digital toy NFTs based on three of the most iconic characters in the Star Wars movie series. With the backing of Andreessen Horowitz, Mattel and Dapper Labs, Cryptotoys said it will release 15 limited-edition Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Darth Vader digital collectible toy NFTs. Powered by Dapper Labs' Flow blockchain, consumers can purchase a Cryptoys Star Wars NFT for $39.99. According to the company, consumers can make purchases using Apple Pay and Google Pay worldwide. 【Binance NFT Market Will Support Bitcoin NFT Protocol Ordinals】On May 9, Binance announced that its NFT market will support Bitcoin NFT protocol Ordinals in late May. According to an official statement, Binance customers will be able to buy and sell Ordinals without having to use a "separate bitcoin wallet." Binance NFT is actively seeking to collaborate with related NFT projects focused on Bitcoin Ordinals to further strengthen the community and ecosystem. 【NFTGo and CoinMarketCap jointly release NFT data report】On May 11, NFTGo and CoinMarketcap recently jointly released the "2023 NFT Market Analysis Report". The report covers the latest developments in the NFT market in the first half of 2023, including market overview, micro trends, whale analysis, profit methods, and NFTFi, aiming to provide investors with efficient decision-making support. Recently, Beijing Engineer Society, Zhongguancun Digital Intelligence Artificial Intelligence Industry Alliance, and Worry-free Chuangxiang Information Technology Co., Ltd. (51CTO) jointly led the compilation of the "Metaverse Intelligent Algorithm General Talent Ability Evaluation Requirements" group standard. As the first domestic talent standard for metaverse intelligent algorithms, it will provide strong support for improving the accuracy of identifying talents in the digital economy and promoting the industrialization of the metaverse. The group standard of "Requirements for the Evaluation of the Competence of General Talents of Metaverse Intelligent Algorithms" aims to promote the steady evolution and landing of the virtual and real integration innovation industry represented by the metaverse in the mainland. Starting from the definition of general talents and the construction of capability models for metaverse intelligent algorithms, 12 key capabilities required in metaverse application scenarios are listed, and the definition and classification of capabilities and knowledge elements, talent classification and capability structure, and evaluation methods of capabilities are formulated in detail to better promote the development of "metaverse talents" related services and provide strong support for industrial development. METAVERSE News This Week VR/AR/MRTaqtile is developing an AR space anchored QR code alternative with "Touch Alignment" functionality. Panasonic will release the compact VR headset MeganeX in July. Sony applied for a patent for PSVR2 handleless interaction. Apple's next-generation automotive AR windshield display is patented. AWE2023 will announce the winners of the XR Climate Change Challenge. Taqtile has developed an AR spatial anchor QR code alternative. Reality+'s VR film "Werewolf Experience" will be unveiled at the Cannes Film Festival. Apple has patented a biconvex lens display that will be used in VR headsets. The ChatGPT VR training tool was unveiled on the Immerse Marketplace marketplace platform. Sony shuts down PixelOpus, the VR studio that worked on Wizard in the Wall. The second phase of the Qualcomm XR Challenge Open Class was opened to help XR innovation. A new VR experience, PS5 digital artists launch a VR gallery. Sumitomo Mitsui Construction Co., Ltd. develops an AR concrete compaction management system. Cinema Anteo has partnered with RAI Cinema to launch Italy's first VR cinema. GPT4 developed its own VR game Rhythm Lightsaber. The researchers completed the experiment in which the mice moved the VR object with only their minds. The Pokemon GO manufacturer's AR pet game "Peridot" was officially released. The somatosensory peripheral JumpMod changes the difficulty of jumping in VR. Two well-known universities in China have cooperated to develop a VR odor generator. The Apple headset will be able to run professional audio and video editing tools. Sony launches the Mocopi mobile app, which allows you to experience VRChat full-body tracking without a PC. A Japanese company develops an AR concrete compaction management system. Amazon launches Amazon Anywhere VR food delivery service. German immersive technology content service provider Wonderland GmbH launched WebXR creation platform. Google confirmed that the XR device in cooperation with Samsung will run Android. The U.S. Space Force uses XR kits for Guardian training. NFT/chain game company Atari has partnered with Onlybots developer Anima. The Sandbox has a strategic partnership with ERM LABS. Game studio Bitblox Games will build spinach games on the Hxro network. The Solana Foundation will launch the "NFT Showdown" competition. Palm NFT Studio launches generative art tools for creators. The Sandbox has partnered with ERM Labs to introduce an escape room metaverse experience. F2pool launches "10² Islands" 10th anniversary Bitcoin NFTs. Paxful co-founder Ray Youssef launches P2P electronics marketplace CivKit. Binance NFT Marketplace launches The Sandbox NFT staking program. Palm NFT Studio has announced the launch of "The Palm Generative Art Maker" tool. API integration game ecological protocol YuriAI ecosystem has launched airdrop interactive products. The science fiction novel Brave New World is about to transform into an NFT. The fourth largest newspaper in the UK publishes the King Charles Coronation NFT of the United Kingdom. Ascenders will open NFT mint on Arbitrum on May 18. Immutable launches payment solution "Immutable Checkout". The Sandbox has a partnership with metaverse developer Affyn. Blur Dao launched a proposal to "let the community decide which NFT projects can be included in Blend". Ordinals Wallet airdrops Pixel Pepes NFTs to early users. Worldcoin launches a commemorative NFT called "Introducing World App." The AI creation function of the OKX NFT marketplace has been upgraded, and dozens of new art styles have been added. British media giant BBC filed an NFT-related trademark application for Doctor Who. NFT project Boss Beauties received a $250,000 donation from Barbie and will launch an NFT collection on the Flow blockchain. Musk's tweet came with the image of the Milady Maker series of NFTs, which surged in trading volume in a short period of time. Barbie maker Mattel has teamed up with Boss Beauties to launch the "Boss Beauties x Barbie" series of NFTs. OpenSea Pro launches a new feature "Farmer Wallet" tab. NFTGo and CoinMarketCap jointly release NFT data reports. Other State Grid's first power metaverse technology projects were launched in Tianjin to explore the power dispatching automation technology system. The CEOs of Google, Microsoft, OpenAI and Anthropic will discuss key AI issues with senior U.S. government officials. OKX and Manchester City have partnered to launch an interactive avatar campaign. China IoT will release the "2023 China Industrial Blockchain Ecological Map" and other achievements in June. Alibaba Cloud is partnering with Avalanche to provide customized solutions for the enterprise metaverse. V Shen released the ETH 3.0 roadmap, introducing the proof-of-stake consensus mechanism and sharding. The U.S. government will prioritize the development of standards for things like "digital identity infrastructure and distributed ledger technology." Hefei City is preparing to establish the Metaverse Industry Association. Cai Yige, the former head of Tencent's blockchain business, has left to start a business. "Jay Chou Limited Collection DEMO Space" music metaverse mobile phone Tmall 3D version is online. Beijing Dongcheng accelerated the layout of the metaverse industry. Mentougou promulgated Beijing's first policy for specialized talents in the field of artificial intelligence algorithms. Binance launches its first metaverse reality show, "Build The Block." RTFKT extends the casting of Air Force 1 sneakers until May 11. Jay Chou and China Mobile opened a metaverse cooperation and released the digital sapiens "Student Zhou". The world's first metaverse city launched a virtual pet service, opening the cloud to walk dogs and pet cats. Yunnan's first cultural tourism metaverse platform "Departure Fun Yunnan" made a stunning appearance. The country's first meta-universe ice and snow tide play town will appear at the end of the year Wukesong. Music streaming platform Spotify deleted tens of thousands of AI-generated songs. Meta paid $725 million to its users for privacy breaches. Meta released a report on the economic potential of the metaverse, which could bring $3.6 trillion per year to the world by 2035. The National Blockchain Technology Innovation Center landed in Zhongguancun. In 2023, the number of new applications for metaverse trademarks in the United States will decrease by more than 50% compared with 2022. Xiong'an New Area has built a "digital identity + digital currency" smart payment demonstration zone. In 2035, the metaverse will account for 2.4% of U.S. GDP. The first National Metaverse Innovation and Development Research and Application Conference was successfully held. Roblox's first-quarter revenue was $655 million, up 22% year-over-year. Web3 UGC game platform Anome received $1.5 million investment. NFT marketplace AlienSwap completed a $12 million financing. AR/VR lens developer Imagia closed a $4.5 million seed round. OKX Ventures has a strategic investment in NFT marketplace Alien Swap. No-code NFT platform Vibe closed $4 million in funding. Vibe, a platform that provides solutions from NFTs to products, completed a $4 million funding round. The first metaverse fund in Henan Province was unveiled, with a total scale of 150 million yuan. The metaverse project Mars4.me received long-term financial support from DWF Labs. Metaverse gaming Bullieverse acquires Indian gaming guild Beyond Gaming Guild. Blockchain social game PlaceWar received $3 million in strategic funding. Blockchain gaming company Aether Game completed a $4.5 million equity financing. France's "ChatGPT nemesis" is planning its first round of funding. Web3 company Artifact Labs raised $3.25 million. Webb Protocol, a privacy cross-chain protocol, closed $7 million in funding. Mitsubishi UFJ International Investment Credit increased its stake in Unity by 15%, optimistic about VR/AR. The metaverse project Mars4.me long-term financial support from DWF Labs and will drive AI-driven metaverse development. Mayfield raised $955 million through two venture capital funds and will invest in areas such as Web3. German startup Blocktorch completed a $4.2 million seed round. Super League acquires Melon, a metaverse experience development studio. NFT project Pudgy Penguins closed $9 million in funding. WEB3 ACCELERATOR GRAVITON ANNOUNCED THE FIRST SHORTLISTED COHORT, WITH A $50,000 INVESTMENT FOR EACH PROJECT. Web3 sneaker resale platform MetaZ closed $1 million in funding. Hong Kong-based OSL Asset Management has obtained licenses to invest in blockchain, Web3, and artificial intelligence. Web3 distributed infrastructure platform Triple Labs completed a seed round of funding. Tabi (formerly Treasureland) closed $10 million in financing. AI+Web3 medical technology company Lavita AI completed a $5 million seed round of funding. TABOO CLOSED A $10 MILLION FINANCING AT A VALUATION OF $250 MILLION. NFT subscription platform MintStars closed $600,000 in funding. Web3 crowdfunding platform Artizen raised $2.2 million. Web3 cloud gaming platform The Game Company closed a $5 million seed round at a valuation of $40 million. Gesture recognition developer Doublepoint completed $3.3 million in funding. The metaverse concept sector rose 2%. Crypto Ocean Metaverse received tens of millions of dollars from overseas CRC Capital. Viewpoint Finance said to promote the deep integration and application of a new generation of information technology and technology products such as blockchain. The UK's assessment of AI development says it can "drive substantial economic growth". Shandong said it would speed up the layout of frontier fields such as humanoid robots and metaverse. The CEO of OpenAI believes that government action is needed to regulate artificial intelligence (industry). Zhang Yidong believes that the digital economy industry is at the top of the bottom. Xie Zhiyu said that he maintains a certain level of participation in AI, but he should be very cautious about the wave. Sifang Jingchuang said that the company has technical reserves in blockchain, digital currency, NFT and other aspects.