

Wed. 07/24 – Llama 3.1 Bests The “Frontier Models”?
Jul 24, 2024
Meta's Llama 3.1 emerges as a strong contender against proprietary AI models, sparking discussions on the future of open-source AI. The collapse of the Google-Wiz deal raises questions about regulatory hurdles in tech. Kamala Harris is becoming a key player in AI regulation, balancing safety with industry collaboration. Finally, the podcast contrasts the innovation challenges faced by Apple in developing its foldable iPhone with the latest Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, highlighting the evolving landscape of mobile technology.
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Open-Source AI Milestone
- Meta's Llama 3.1 405b is the first open-source AI model to rival proprietary models like GPT-4.
- It allows developers to use its outputs, even from the 405b model, to train other models.
Alphabet's Q2 Earnings
- Alphabet's Q2 2024 earnings show growth across search, net income, and cloud revenue.
- However, YouTube revenue fell short of estimates, potentially impacting stock performance.
Google-Wiz Deal Collapse
- The Google-Wiz deal reportedly collapsed due to antitrust concerns and the CrowdStrike outage.
- The outage increased Wiz's perceived value, making founders less inclined to sell.