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AI Blunders, The GOP Cries Censorship, and Adam Neumann’s Comeback

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Feb 10, 2023
Kara and Scott dive into the significant layoffs at Disney and the costly blunder by Google's chatbot. Adam Neumann makes a surprising return with a new venture in rental living. The political landscape heats up as they discuss the GOP's reactions to a congressional hearing with former Twitter executives, raising issues of censorship. The conversation also includes insights on social media regulation, innovative education funding, and the challenges in real estate branding. It's a mix of humor and critical analysis in today's fast-paced world.
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ANECDOTE

AI Chatbot Blunders

  • Google's AI chatbot, BARD, gave a wrong answer in a promotional video, causing Alphabet shares to fall 7%.
  • Microsoft's Bing chatbot also gave incorrect answers, including attributing Watergate to Tom Hanks.
INSIGHT

Early Internet Quirks

  • The early internet also had its inaccuracies.
  • One of the first internet video sites showed a coffee maker brewing.
ANECDOTE

Disney Restructures

  • Disney will cut 7,000 jobs, over $5 billion in spending, and reorganize into three divisions: entertainment, ESPN, and theme parks.
  • Nelson Peltz ended his proxy fight after Iger's restructuring, which boosted Disney's stock.
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