AI News, August 20th, 2024

Here are the latest AI tech updates from today, August 20, 2024:

AI in Early Autism Detection:

A new AI tool, "AutMedAI," has been shown to help predict autism in young children with about 80% accuracy. The AI analyzes easily obtainable medical data, such as the age of a child's first smile or first sentence, to identify those who are likely to develop autism. This early detection could significantly improve intervention outcomes, offering better support for children and their families​ (UPI).

Workday's AI-Powered Payroll Expansion:

Workday has expanded its partnership with Strada, launching a global AI-powered payroll solution. This new service leverages AI to provide predictive insights, streamline compliance, and enhance decision-making across HR and payroll functions. The system aims to meet the evolving needs of global organizations by integrating payroll services with localized compliance features​ (Investor Relations | Workday).

Google's August 2024 Core Update:

Google has begun rolling out its August 2024 core update, focusing on promoting high-quality content and demoting low-value, SEO-driven material in search results. This update is designed to prioritize genuinely useful content and reflect improvements made by websites over time. The rollout will take approximately a month to complete, and it aims to provide more relevant and valuable search results for users​ (Search Engine Journal).

These updates reflect ongoing advancements and implementations in AI technology, from healthcare applications to enterprise solutions and search engine algorithms.