2023 has been a landmark year in the realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI), witnessing extraordinary advancements that have blurred the lines between technology and human life. The year has seen AI evolve from complex algorithms to a more relatable entity, embedding itself in various aspects of our daily existence. This article delves into the pivotal highlights and achievements in the AI sector throughout the year.
Table of contents
- AI Highlights from January 2023
- AI Highlights from February 2023
- AI Highlights from March 2023
- AI Highlights from April 2023
- AI Highlights from May 2023
- AI Highlights from June 2023
- AI Highlights from July 2023
- AI Highlights from August 2023
- AI Highlights from September 2023
- AI Highlights from October 2023
- AI Highlights from November 2023
- AI Highlights from December 2023
AI Highlights from January 2023
The year began with significant progress in medical AI. MIT and Mass General Hospital developed a deep-learning model for lung cancer risk assessment. Another breakthrough was the creation of artificial enzymes by AI. Additionally, AI integration in walking sticks marked a step forward in aiding the visually impaired.
OpenAI’s investment in AI development, through a deal with Microsoft, indicated a strong business focus on AI’s future.
AI Highlights from February 2023
February was dominated by OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which passed the United States Medical Licensing Exam. Google introduced Bard AI, and Microsoft revamped Bing with ChatGPT integration. AI developments by Meta (LLaMA) and AWS’s collaboration with Hugging Face were other key highlights.
Researchers from Oxford showcased RealFusion, capable of constructing 360° models from single images. AI also ventured into music with Google Research’s MusicLM and Baidu’s ERNIE-Music.
AI Highlights from March 2023
Adobe and Canva introduced AI-backed tools, signifying growth in generative AI. OpenAI launched APIs for ChatGPT, Whisper, and GPT-4, along with ChatGPT plugins.
HubSpot, Zoom, Khan Academy, Ford, Google, and Microsoft all integrated AI into various business and educational aspects. This period also saw rising concerns over AI’s rapid growth, calling for ethical AI practices.
Google Introduces Bard
Google launched Bard, a conversational AI based on LaMDA, signaling a major step in AI-driven search and information processing. Bard aims to distill complex information and enhance user interactions with AI.
AI Highlights from April 2023
AI’s integration with Boston Dynamics’ robots and My AI on Snapchat were standout events. Bill Gates envisioned AI’s role in education, and Russia’s Sberbank released GigaChat.
Apple ventured into AI health coaching with ‘Quartz,’ and Google embarked on Project ‘Magi.’ AI-generated song featuring Drake and The Weeknd went viral, while Adobe’s Firefly expanded to include video editing.
AI Highlights from May 2023
Advancements in robotics were prominent, with Sanctuary AI’s Phoenix Robot and Tesla’s Optimus Bot making headlines. OpenAI’s ChatGPT mobile app and Spotify’s AI DJ features in the UK and Ireland were key developments.
Midjourney 5.1 and Stability AI’s StableStudio significantly advanced creative AI. Google launched the Vertex AI platform, and Meta released DINOv2.
Adobe Unveils AI-Powered Tools for Enterprises
At Adobe Summit 2023, Adobe unveiled a range of generative AI-powered tools, in collaboration with NVIDIA and Accenture, to enhance marketing workflows and digital experiences.
AI Highlights from June 2023
Apple’s Vision Pro and OpenAI’s plans for a London office marked significant developments. AI was used to discover anti-aging drugs, and the EU’s AI Act progressed in legislative processes. Palantir’s new AI military capabilities and McKinsey’s predictions on generative AI’s economic impact were also notable.
AI Highlights from July 2023
July saw POE.com incorporate diverse AI models. Meta-AI introduced Llama2, and Google Cloud expanded generative AI in Vertex AI. In healthcare, Daniel Ek’s Neko Health marked a breakthrough in AI health tech startups.
AI Highlights from August 2023
OpenAI expanded ChatGPT’s features, and AtomAI applied deep learning to microscopy data analysis. Google and YouTube explored AI in journalism and content creation, and the White House summit focused on AI safety.
AI Highlights from September 2023
OpenAI introduced DALL·E 3, and Midjourney added the ‘Vary Region’ feature. YouTube launched the AI-enabled editing app, YouTube Create, and Coca-Cola experimented with AI-created mystery flavors.
AI Highlights from October 2023
Developments in AI editing technology by ElevenLabs and Dell, Intel, and Cambridge’s Dawn Phase 1 supercomputer were key events. Amazon and Canva introduced AI-powered image generation capabilities.
AI Highlights from November 2023
Elon Musk’s xAI released the AI chatbot “Grok,” and OpenAI unveiled Assistants API. Samsung’s Gauss emerged as a versatile AI model, and OpenAI experienced leadership changes.
AI Highlights from December 2023
Google’s Gemini model outperformed GPT-4, and AMD challenged NVIDIA in AI hardware manufacturing. Apple released the MLX framework, and the AI Alliance for Responsible Innovation was formed.’
Also Read: 2023 in Review: 10 Events that Transformed AI
Bhasker is a techie turned media entrepreneur. Bhasker started AIM in 2012, out of a desire to speak about emerging technologies and their commercial, social and cultural impact. Earlier, Bhasker worked as Vice President at Goldman Sachs. He is a B.Tech from the Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi and an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow.
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