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This week, we're looking at how the recent election will shape AI’s future and the newly released AI movie with Tom Hanks. Plus, check out how much money the humanoid robot painting was auctioned for and the latest scoop on AI news around the world. Let’s get into it!

In today’s newsletter:
🗳️ 2024 US election impact on AI
🎬 New movie uses AI to make Tom Hanks younger
🎨 Tattoo artists vs. AI designs
💍 Marrying an AI hologram
🍦 Get the scoop on the latest news

The Future of AI 🗳️

President-elect Donald Trump's upcoming AI policy plans are generating both anticipation and uncertainty in the tech world. As he prepares to take office in January, experts are predicting a mix of predictable and surprising changes to the nation's AI strategy. 

Repealing Biden's Executive Order
One of Trump's most anticipated moves is the repeal of President Biden's executive order on AI safety and security. The Republican platform has labeled this order as "dangerous" and a hindrance to AI innovation. This action aligns with Trump's previous administration's approach, which focused on reducing barriers to AI development and adoption.

Open Source AI: A Contentious Issue
Trump's stance on open source AI remains unclear, presenting a potential point of conflict within his administration. While some supporters, like Vice President-elect JD Vance, have previously backed open source AI development, national security concerns about unfriendly nations accessing advanced AI technology complicate the issue.

Tariffs and AI Hardware
Trump's plan to increase tariffs on imported products, particularly from China, could have unintended consequences for the AI industry. These tariffs may increase costs for critical AI hardware, such as chips, potentially disrupting supply chains and putting U.S. businesses at a competitive disadvantage.

Silicon Valley Divide
Trump's AI policies are likely to be influenced by a new group of tech advisors, including Elon Musk and other prominent figures from Silicon Valley. This marks a shift from the previous reluctance of Big Tech to ally with Washington, particularly on national security issues.

As the AI policy landscape continues to evolve, the tech industry and government employees alike are bracing for significant changes. While some are optimistic about the potential for innovation, others are concerned about the impact on AI safety and regulation. The coming months will reveal how Trump's AI strategy unfolds and its implications for the future of technology.

This $50 Million Movie De-Aged Tom Hanks 🎬

In the latest Hollywood spectacle, "Here," TriStar Pictures has pushed the boundaries of cinematic technology by utilizing AI to de-age its stars, Tom Hanks and Robin Wright, across a 60-year narrative. Directed by the visionary Robert Zemeckis, the film, which draws from a 2014 graphic novel, unfolds primarily within the walls of a New Jersey living room, shifting seamlessly through different eras. Rather than employing a cast of varying ages, the production leveraged real-time generative AI to transform the appearances of Hanks and Wright, offering a consistent and continuous portrayal of their characters' lives.

This technological marvel was made possible using models informed by countless facial expressions, skin textures, and lighting conditions to allow for the instantaneous transformation of the actors' faces on set. As major studios and actors grapple with the implications of AI in filmmaking, "Here" not only showcases the artistic potential of these tools but also ignites a debate on the evolving role of technology in creative expression.

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Bests and Busts

Here's a look at this week's AI highlights and lowlights:

⭐ Best: AI Can Enhance The Accuracy Of Eyewitness Identification
Researchers are exploring how AI can mitigate cognitive biases in eyewitness testimony evaluation, potentially improving decision-making in law enforcement contexts. A study involving 1,010 participants showed that AI assistance significantly diminished the bias where decisions are overly influenced by specific features rather than the whole context. This finding highlights AI's potential to foster better-informed decisions in legal settings.

💩 Bust: Tattoo Artists vs. AI Designs
Tattoo artists are expressing concerns about the growing use of AI in tattoo design, comparing it to cheating or "doing sports on steroids.” Some artists admit to using AI software for creating elaborate mock-ups, while others reject the technology. The controversy highlights a divide in the industry, with some seeing AI as an inevitable force while others argue it diminishes the human creativity of tattooing. Some customers were disappointed to learn their designs were AI-generated, while others embrace the technology's potential for unique creations. 

The Scoop 🍦

🖼️ AI Artwork of Alan Turing Sells for $1m at Auction
“AI God,” an AI-generated portrait of Alan Turing created by a humanoid robot, has sold for $1,084,800 at a Sotheby's auction. This sale marks a significant milestone as the first artwork by a humanoid robot to be sold at auction, far exceeding its initial estimate of $120,000 to $180,000. 

⛪ Microsoft to Unveil AI-Enhanced Experience of St. Peter's Basilica
Microsoft President Brad Smith is set to reveal an AI-enhanced project focused on St. Peter's Basilica at a Vatican press conference on November 11. The project builds on Microsoft's AI for Cultural Heritage program, launched in 2019, which has previously created immersive digital experiences for sites like Ancient Olympia in Greece and Mont-Saint-Michel in France. The virtual reality experience offers a unique approach to exploring historical art and architecture.

💍 Marrying Her Perfect Man: An AI Hologram
Spanish-Dutch artist Alicia Framis is set to marry an AI-powered hologram named Ailex, exploring the future of human-technology relationships. The unconventional union, taking place in Rotterdam, Netherlands, aims to provoke thought on evolving forms of companionship and the potential for AI to address loneliness, while also raising questions about the emotional depth and limitations of human-AI interactions.

📝 AI Writing and Beyond
Uyless Black, a seasoned writer, shares his experience with AI-generated writing, highlighting both its capabilities and drawbacks. After submitting his 269-word book cover text to an AI system, he received a 240-word version that he admits was superior to his original. While acknowledging AI's efficiency, Black expresses concern about the potential loss of human intelligence and the unique imperfections that make life interesting, urging readers to consider the long-term consequences of increasing AI dependency in various aspects of life.

🗞️ The Washington Post Launches a New Search Experience
The Washington Post has introduced "Ask The Post AI," a generative AI tool that leverages the publication's journalism to provide summary answers and curated results to users' questions. This experimental tool is designed to deliver fact-based information directly to users, adapting to new ways audiences seek information while maintaining the publication's journalistic standards.

Stay tuned for more exciting insights and tools in next week’s edition. Until then, keep overclocking your potential!

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