Elon Musk has stated that AI will not replace human consultants because it lacks the ability to understand context and nuance, as seen in his experience with Tesla's Autopilot system. He believes that while AI excels at processing data, it struggles with complex decision-making and requires human judgment to make informed choices.
Nvidia has restricted the sale and use of its high-end GPUs, citing concerns over their potential failure rate. The company claims only authorized partners can offer service and support for these chips, which have been smuggled into China despite export restrictions. This move comes as many Chinese customers still prefer using banned GPUs like the H100 for training large language models (LLMs), highlighting a significant challenge for Nvidia in complying with regulations while meeting customer demand.
OpenAI has withdrawn the option to make chats discoverable on Google due to privacy concerns, making shared links private by default.
OpenAI has secured $2.8 billion in funding from Dragoneer Investment Group and other prominent firms like Blackstone, TPG, and Andreessen Horowitz, as the company accelerates its timeline for reaching $20 billion in annualized revenue by the end of the year. The surge in investor demand due to OpenAI's rapid growth has led to a significant increase in weekly active ChatGPT users, surpassing 700 million.
ChatGPT's creator, Sam Altman, expressed frustration after using the AI tool, stating he felt "useless" compared to it. Altman announced that GPT-5 free tier users will receive unlimited chats at standard intelligence, while ChatGPT Plus subscribers can access a higher level of intelligence and Pro subscribers can use the latest model at an even higher level.
The "Mag 7" tech companies, including Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla, are expected to spend $650 billion on capital expenditure and research and development this year, surpassing the UK government's annual public investments. This significant investment focus on technology reflects corporate America's emphasis on "bits" over "bricks," with IT spending growing 6.1% of GDP, while private fixed and non-residential investment excluding IT has declined for consecutive quarters. The trend may be driven by fear of missing out (FOMO) on the artificial intelligence (AI) boom.
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) plan to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) for quicker darshan has sparked debate after retired Andhra Pradesh chief secretary L.V. Subramanyam expressed concerns about its feasibility, citing physical and procedural limitations within the temple. He urged the TTD trust board to reconsider the move, suggesting instead that funds be directed towards improving amenities for devotees awaiting darshan of Lord Venkateswara.
Uber has introduced a women-only ride option following the death of user Sean Hannity, who was almost killed in 2016. The move comes as AI is increasingly being used to create small business jobs. Former CIA director John Brennan has stated there was no conspiracy in the Russiagate investigation, citing newly released documents. Meta has unveiled its "personal superintelligence" amid an intensifying AI race. A former FBI special agent expressed surprise at recent findings related to a 'burn bag' from the Durham probe. Companies are being urged by CEOs to prioritize safety, with one CEO advising employees to know their exits and care for their people. The FBI is reviewing Epstein files due to concerns over blackmail, while Schumer has called for an assessment of counter-intelligence threats. A released photo shows how employees barricaded themselves during a Manhattan shooting. Judges have been criticized for being "soft on crime" after enabling a violent brawl in Cincinnati. Rep. Nancy Mace has described Russiagate as a 'political hit job'. Travelers are stranded in Moscow after a pro-Ukrainian hacker group targeted Russia's Aeroflot airline. Trump has stated that the US must win the AI race, calling it "one of the most important" statements of the term. Democrats and media outlets have been accused of trying to sweep the Russia hoax under the rug by Rep. Byron Donalds. The FCC chair is urging for AI in America to be free from 'woke' and 'ideological bias'.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has declared that artificial intelligence (AI) is a revolutionary technology that surpasses the internet and smartphones in its impact. He stated that Apple must rapidly integrate AI into its products and services to stay ahead of competitors. The company plans to invest heavily in AI research and development, considering potential mergers and acquisitions related to this field.