Last Week in AI #143 - OpenAI CEO FIRED, Cruise halts driving, xAI’s Grok, DeepMind defines AGI, actor strike over
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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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Altman's Firing
- Sam Altman's firing was a shock, similar to Steve Jobs' ousting from Apple.
- The board cited dishonesty, but details suggest internal tensions over OpenAI's for-profit strategy.
OpenAI's Internal Tension
- OpenAI's internal tension stems from balancing safety research with commercialization.
- This tension mirrors previous splits, like the departure of Elon Musk and Dario Amodei's team to form Anthropic.
DevDay's Commercial Focus
- OpenAI's DevDay focused heavily on commercial offerings like GPTs and GPT-4 Turbo.
- This product focus may have exacerbated internal tensions by diverting resources from AGI research.
