Google has launched Vids, an AI-powered video creation tool for select Workspace editions. Using the Gemini AI model, it creates workplace and marketing videos from Google Drive files and user descriptions. Vids offers templates, script suggestions, and a virtual recording studio. It compiles slideshows based on source documents or user input, rather than generating videos from scratch. The feature is being rolled out to various Business and Enterprise tier Workspace members.
Ars Technica hosted an event featuring panel discussions on AI, infrastructure, security, and compliance in business computing. The event highlighted the potential impact of generative AI on business and discussed how companies can manage compliance amid rapid technological changes.
Microsoft has launched Magentic-One, a multi-AI agent system for enterprises to automate complex tasks. Built on Microsoft's AutoGen framework, it uses an Orchestrator to direct specialised agents for web browsing, file navigation, coding, and program execution. Currently powered by GPT-4, it can work with other language models. Microsoft has also released an evaluation tool and advises on security precautions when using the system.
The UK government is testing an AI chatbot using GPT-4 to help businesses navigate Gov.UK. The system can quickly answer questions about regulations and policies, providing links for verification. While aiming to improve public services, the technology has limitations, including potential 'hallucinations'. The chatbot has safeguards against illegal or biased responses and cannot make predictions or share opinions on controversial topics. The government is working to refine its accuracy and safety before potential wider rollout next year.
