17 stories tagged Amazon
Amazon's Alexa Plus is getting an AI update that allows it to connect with more smart home devices from brands like Bosch, Whirlpool, and iRobot. The update, currently in preview, enables complex multi-step voice commands across different manufacturers.
Hugging Face and Amazon have teamed up to let users deploy AI models to Amazon SageMaker Studio with a single click. This makes it easier for developers to use powerful AI tools without needing deep technical expertise.
Amazon has launched a new $1 billion organization, the Field Deployment Engineering (FDE) team, dedicated to embedding AI agents directly inside companies. This mirrors similar moves by OpenAI and Anthropic. The group focuses on fast rollouts and enabling customers to become self-sufficient with AI.
Odyssey, a startup developing world models for AI, has secured a $1.45 billion valuation with backing from Amazon and other major investors. This highlights the growing importance of world models as the next big advancement beyond traditional language models.
Amazon's cloud division, AWS, is exploring selling its custom AI chips to other data centers. This move aims to challenge Nvidia's dominance in the AI hardware market, with CEO Andy Jassy calling it a potential $50 billion opportunity.
Amazon is reportedly investigating engineers who publicly criticized the company's plans to expand AI data centers. This highlights growing internal tensions over AI's environmental and ethical impacts.
The White House's decision to restrict access to Anthropic's AI models Fable 5 and Mythos 5 was influenced by cybersecurity research from Amazon, according to the Wall Street Journal. This highlights the growing intersection of corporate research and government policy in AI regulation.
Amazon's data centers consumed 2.5 billion gallons of water last year, highlighting the environmental impact of AI infrastructure. This disclosure comes amid growing concerns about the sustainability of data center operations.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy reportedly raised security concerns about Anthropic's AI models, leading to a government crackdown and the models being restricted worldwide. This highlights the growing tensions between tech companies and regulators over AI safety.
Amazon is introducing a new feature that lets users create custom designs using AI and print them on merchandise. This could make personalized gifts and unique fashion more accessible to everyone.
Amazon has upgraded its warehouse robot, Proteus, to understand and respond to human language. This shift toward more intuitive automation could change how warehouses operate and interact with human workers.
Amazon’s updated search bar now displays AI-generated images of products as you describe them. This feature currently works for clothing and home goods, helping you find similar items even if the exact product isn’t available.
Amazon's new Bee wearable uses AI to anticipate needs, but its constant listening raises privacy concerns. The device offers hands-free convenience but at the cost of personal data.
Amazon’s Alexa Plus AI assistant can now create podcasts on any topic you choose. This feature allows users to customize and steer conversations, making personalized content creation easier than ever.
Amazon is integrating its AI assistant, Alexa, directly into its shopping site. This means you'll soon chat with Alexa when searching for products. It's designed to make shopping easier and more personalized.
Internal messages reveal Microsoft's concerns that OpenAI might leave for Amazon and badmouth Azure. This highlights the competitive tensions in the AI industry.
Anthropic has received a $5 billion investment from Amazon, committing to spend $100 billion on AWS services in return. This deal underscores the growing interdependence between AI startups and cloud providers.