Last 24 Hours in AI: From Scientific Discoveries to Electoral Impacts – An Overview of the Top Stories

Today I will provide an overview of the last 24 hours in the world of Artificial Intelligence, analyzing the main news and their impacts on the innovation ecosystem. As someone who has closely followed technological transformations for more than two decades, I can say that we are living in a particularly interesting time.

Let’s look at five key events that marked the last day on the global AI scene:

1. Surprising Scientific Discoveries Powered by AI

THE CNN brought a fascinating report about four revolutionary discoveries in 2024. Among them, I highlight the use of AI to decipher the Herculaneum scrolls and the decoding of sperm whale communication. These are advances that demonstrate how technology is helping us unravel historical and natural mysteries that previously seemed impossible to solve.

2. The AI Chip Race

Second The Motley Fool analysis, Broadcom is emerging as a potential competitor to Nvidia in the AI chip market, with 220% growth in its AI division. It’s a move I’m following with particular interest, as it demonstrates how the AI infrastructure market is becoming increasingly competitive and dynamic.

3. AI in Elections: A New Challenge

THE NPR brought an important analysis on how deepfakes and AI-generated memes impacted the 2024 election. While initial fears of massive manipulation have not come to fruition, the scenario points to the need for more robust regulations.

4. Apple and its AI Strategy

In recent interview, Tim Cook explained Apple's approach to AI, focusing on practical solutions like email summarization. It's interesting to note how the company is prioritizing quality over speed to market.

5. Governments Taking Action

The State of Maine has just established a task force on AI, joining 26 other US states that are creating similar frameworks. This move reflects a trend I have observed in my experience with public innovation policies: the need to create regulatory frameworks that balance innovation and social protection.

Final Reflection

In my experience leading innovation and technology initiatives, I have rarely seen a moment as dynamic as this one. The past 24 hours demonstrate how AI is simultaneously transforming science, politics, business and governance.

As someone who actively participated in the construction of the Legal Framework for Startups in Brazil, I see that we are at a critical moment where we need to balance the promotion of innovation with the protection of society. Today's news shows that this is not just a Brazilian challenge, but a global one.

The current landscape requires companies, governments and civil society to work together to ensure that the benefits of AI are equitably distributed, while risks are adequately mitigated. This is a discussion we need to expand and deepen in the coming months.