Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 05/28 – GPT5 Still A Year Out?
May 28, 2024
Exciting developments in AI are on the horizon, but GPT-5 won't be landing this summer. Elon Musk's xAI pulls in a whopping $6 billion to challenge ChatGPT. Apple is betting on its vast user base to strengthen its AI game, while Google introduces new AI features to Chromebooks. In the financial sector, AI is outpacing humans in earnings predictions, signaling a dramatic shift in analysis. Plus, ad-supported streaming is on the rise, reshaping our viewing habits.
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GPT-5 Timeline and Safety
- OpenAI has started training its new flagship AI model, which could take nine months or more.
- A new safety and security committee replaces the previous alignment team.
xAI Funding and Valuation
- Elon Musk's xAI raised $6 billion in Series B funding at an $18 billion pre-money valuation.
- The funding will support product launches, infrastructure development, and R&D.
Apple's AI Strategy
- Apple's upcoming AI strategy includes on-device and cloud-based processing for iOS 18 and macOS 15.
- New features involve voice memo transcription, photo retouching, improved search, and enhanced Siri.