This week has been exciting for AI, with numerous developments making headlines.
Żabka is revolutionizing Polish retail with AI support from Microsoft. MANGO launches its first AI-generated fashion campaign. Taiwan and the UK introduce new regulations to ensure AI safety and transparency. Malaysia emerges as a key player in the AI data center market.
Dive into the details below!
Żabka’s AI Revolution with Microsoft
- Żabka empowers 2,500 employees with the Copilot intelligent assistant for Microsoft 365. The partnership focuses on store efficiency, international growth, internal transformation and advanced data analytics. Żabka also plans to increase AI competence among its employees through training and workshops, fostering a culture open to new technologies.
MANGO Launches First AI-Generated Teen Campaign
- MANGO has created the first AI-generated campaign for its Teen line. The process started with photographing each garment in the collection. Using these photos, a generative AI model was trained to place clothes on models. Since 2018, MANGO has developed over 15 AI platforms for various value chain aspects, including pricing and personalization.
Taiwan Introduces AI Regulation
- Taiwan is introducing an AI act to regulate AI use and safety, minimizing its risks. The draft requires an accountability framework for AI applications to build confidence in the technology. It emphasizes DPAs to avoid unnecessary personal data collection during AI research and application. The government is also developing tools to prevent AI misuse that could harm society or mislead users.
UK to Regulate Powerful AI Models
- The UK government plans to regulate powerful AI models like GPT-4 to ensure they are safe and transparent. New legislation will impose requirements on companies developing advanced AI models. While Starmer promises new AI regulations, his government aims for a cautious implementation approach.
Malaysia Becomes AI Hub with New Data Centers
- Malaysia is building a new AI center just outside Singapore. TikTok, Nvidia and Microsoft are competing to establish data centers in Malaysia, investing billions in Johor, close to Southeast Asia’s largest financial center. This development positions Malaysia as one of Asia’s fastest-growing data center markets with significant investments from ByteDance and Microsoft.
Stay tuned as we continue to monitor these groundbreaking advancements and their implications. The world of AI is rapidly evolving, and staying informed is essential. Keep following for the latest updates and insights in AI innovation and regulation.
Author: Agata Konieczna, PhD
