Revolutionizing Government: Musk's AI Overhaul

Elon Musk plans to replace tens of thousands of government workers with AI tools, Meanwhile, Christie's announces its first AI art auction, "Augmented Intelligence," featuring works by prominent digital artists ...

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• Elon Musk is planning to replace tens of thousands of government workers with artificial intelligence tools, aiming to cut the federal workforce by at least 10%. His Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has already seen over 40,000 employees accept resignation offers for eight months of pay. Musk's goal is to automate as many tasks as possible, with a vision to reduce government agencies by up to 60%.

• Amazon is set to release a long-delayed revamp of its Alexa voice assistant, powered by generative AI. The update aims to transform Alexa into a more interactive and intuitive platform, capable of handling multi-turn conversations and acting autonomously on users' behalf. Initially, the new AI-powered Alexa will be available to a limited number of users for free, with plans to explore a subscription model priced between $5 and $10 per month.

• DeepSeek achieves remarkable innovation with significantly lower costs and reduced computing power. This groundbreaking success stems from China's dedication to homegrown talent and strategic education reforms, fostering a new generation of AI experts. As competition heats up between the U.S. and China, the future of global innovation networks hangs in the balance. DeepSeek's ascent signals a shift in the AI landscape, challenging the status quo and ushering in a new era of technological prowess.

• OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has proposed a "Stargate-like" program for Europe, aiming to replicate the success of the U.S. Stargate AI initiative. During a panel discussion at the Technical University of Berlin, Altman emphasized the need for Europe to adopt AI and not fall behind globally. The program would involve significant investment in AI infrastructure, with OpenAI planning to open a new office in Munich as part of its European expansion.

• Christie's is set to host its first-ever auction dedicated solely to AI-generated art, titled "Augmented Intelligence." The auction, featuring over 20 works from prominent digital artists like Refik Anadol and Pinar Van Arman, will take place at Christie's Rockefeller Center galleries in New York from February 20 to March 5. The event has sparked debate, with critics arguing that AI art often relies on unauthorized use of existing artists' works.

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