In today’s newsletter:

• News - 🤔 Can AI Be Used to Sway Elections?

• Productivity - 🔍 Need to Track Website Changes? Hexowatch Has You Covered!

• Culture - 💼 Is Musk's Lawsuit Just a PR Stunt?

Check out our Meme of the Day at the bottom of the newsletter for your daily dose of AI-powered humor!

🤔 Can AI Be Used to Sway Elections?

Propagandists around the globe have been attempting to exploit ChatGPT to sway elections, according to OpenAI's latest report. These efforts have ranged from creating content about elections in the U.S., Rwanda, India, and the European Union to promoting fake news sites. While OpenAI managed to block these operations early on, the report sheds light on how state-backed hackers and bad actors are trying to misuse AI models for disinformation campaigns.

In particular, the report highlighted an Iranian propaganda operation, which created fake news sites and social media content, as well as a campaign in Rwanda supporting the ruling Patriotic Front. Despite their attempts, none of these efforts appear to have gained significant traction. OpenAI continues to monitor and stop such misuse, but the concern remains that these groups could easily switch to other AI models to continue their work.

🗞️ In Other News…

• Researchers at Penn State have developed an AI-powered electronic tongue that can detect subtle differences in liquids, assess food safety, and even has potential applications in medical diagnostics.

• Stripe and Nvidia have expanded their partnership to enhance Stripe's AI-powered capabilities, improve fraud detection, and enable developers to prepay for Nvidia cloud services, increasing global access to AI tools and GPUs.

• The Army's 18th Airborne Corps is using its AI-powered Maven Smart System for the first time in a hurricane response, providing real-time data to aid FEMA and U.S. Northern Command in delivering critical supplies and support to areas affected by Hurricane Helene.

• Uber is expanding its all-electric Uber Green service to multiple U.S. and international cities, introducing an AI assistant to help drivers transition to EVs, and launching initiatives to promote sustainable transportation as part of its goal to become a zero-emissions platform by 2040.

🔍 Need to Track Website Changes? Hexowatch Has You Covered!

Hexowatch is a powerful business intelligence tool that uses AI to monitor websites and send automated alerts for any changes in visuals, content, source code, pricing, and more. It’s designed to help businesses stay on top of market trends, product launches, and even customer feedback by keeping a close watch on key web pages. With features like keyword tracking, screenshot archiving, and customizable monitoring frequencies, it’s a handy tool for legal compliance, market analysis, and competitive tracking.

In addition to its core features, Hexowatch integrates seamlessly with popular tools like Slack, Telegram, Gmail, and Google Sheets, allowing for smooth workflows and real-time updates. Whether you’re looking to monitor prices, receive alerts on new vacancies, or track website availability, Hexowatch has you covered. With flexible pricing plans and support, it’s a smart solution for businesses looking to leverage AI to secure vital information and make data-driven decisions.

💼 Is Musk's Lawsuit Just a PR Stunt?

Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI is heating up, with OpenAI requesting the case’s dismissal, calling it a “blusterous campaign” to boost Musk’s competing AI company, xAI. The lawsuit, filed in August, claims OpenAI abandoned its original mission of building AI for the benefit of humanity and instead focused on profits. OpenAI’s response? They argue Musk left the company after failing to take control and is now trying to use the courts to get a leg up in the AI race.

OpenAI didn’t hold back, saying Musk’s federal case is just a rehash of an earlier lawsuit he dropped in June. They also claim Musk’s accusations of fraud and false advertising are flimsy at best, calling his lawsuit a PR stunt. With the two AI powerhouses butting heads, this legal drama is far from over—Musk has yet to comment on the latest filing.

VC Fundraising Rounds

• Estie, Inc., a Japanese proptech startup, announced on Tuesday that it has raised JPY 2.8 billion (about $20 million) in a Series B round to accelerate its growth and expand its presence in Southeast Asia. (10/9/24)

• Vultron, an AI-driven proposal development platform for the public sector, announced that it has raised $4.85 million in seed funding. (10/9/24)

• EvenUp, the leading company in personal injury AI and document automation, has secured $135 million in Series D funding and has substantially grown its AI capabilities and product offerings. (10/8/24)

• Auger announced a $100 million seed round to develop its AI-powered tool for supply chain-dependent businesses, integrating with existing inventory management platforms to provide real-time insights. (10/8/24)

• Frammer AI, a Delhi-based media SaaS platform that helps enterprises turn long-form content into monetizable videos, has raised USD 2 million in a seed round. (10/7/24)

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