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Last Week in AI

#143 - OpenAI CEO FIRED, Cruise halts driving, xAI’s Grok, DeepMind defines AGI, actor strike over

Nov 20, 2023
The surprising firing of OpenAI's CEO sparks discussions on the future of AI and organization dynamics. Cruise halts its driverless operations following safety concerns, raising questions about trust in autonomous tech. Innovations also shine, including Microsoft's debut of an AI chip, and significant funding rounds for startups. The launch of Grok, an AI bot with a humorous twist, competes against new chatbots prioritizing user privacy. Meanwhile, wearable AI tech and advancements in bilingual models highlight the rapid evolution of the AI landscape.
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Quick takeaways

  • Sam Altman fired as CEO of OpenAI
  • GM's Cruise halts driving and expands probes

Deep dives

Biden issues executive order to create safeguards

The executive order focuses on safety and security of AI systems, requiring companies to report risks and addressing the dangers of deepfakes.

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