Presto!
PulseAugur coverage of Presto! — every cluster mentioning Presto! across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
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Dungeons & Dragons character Presto reimagined in 1980s cartoon style
A user on Reddit shared a creation that reimagines Dungeons & Dragons characters in the style of the 1980s animated series. The piece, titled "Presto In Charge - MiniMax H3," features Presto the Wizard, a character know…
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New AI methods tackle open-world object placement in images
Researchers have developed two novel approaches to object placement in image composition. The first, "presto," utilizes a Multimodal Large Language Model (MLLM) to guide a heuristic search for object position and scale,…
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Deep embeddings boost tree species classification accuracy in Dutch forest inventory
A new research paper explores the use of deep embeddings from pre-trained remote sensing models to improve tree species classification in the Netherlands' National Forest Inventory. The study found that these deep embed…
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Fast food chains rapidly deploy AI voice ordering in drive-thrus
Voice AI technology is increasingly being adopted in fast-food drive-thrus across the US, with approximately 6% of locations using it. While some customers are surprised by the natural-sounding AI voices, others have en…
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New PRESTO method boosts safety alignment in open-source LLMs
Researchers have developed a new method called PRefill Attention Stopping (PRESTO) to enhance the safety alignment of open-source large language models. This technique addresses vulnerabilities like the prefilling attac…
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Fast food chains face customer backlash over AI drive-thru orders
Fast-food chains are increasingly adopting AI chatbots for drive-thru orders, with companies like McDonald's, Wendy's, and Taco Bell experimenting with the technology. While intended to improve efficiency and accuracy, …
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Presto cluster incident highlights need for query governance and quotas
A Presto cluster experienced an incident that highlighted the critical need for robust query governance, quotas, admission control, and fingerprinting. These mechanisms are essential for maintaining the stability and re…