Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 02/06 – A $50 (!!) AI Model?
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Feb 6, 2025 Researchers have developed a groundbreaking AI model for just $50, a stunning achievement in the tech world. Amazon is ramping up its AI ambitions with a new Alexa event, but there's buzz around its struggles in physical retail. Meanwhile, the Kids Off Social Media Act aims to restrict social media for children under 13, raising concerns about youth mental health. And import regulations are shaking up e-commerce giants like Shein and Temu, highlighting a shift in online retail strategies.
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AI Model Commoditization
- Stanford and University of Washington AI researchers trained an AI reasoning model, S1, for under $50.
- S1's performance is comparable to OpenAI's O1 and DeepSeq's R1, raising questions about AI commoditization.
Google Eliminates Diversity Hiring Targets
- Following President Trump's executive orders, Google is eliminating diversity hiring targets and reviewing DEI programs.
- This action follows a broader trend in the tech industry, with Meta and Amazon also scaling back their DEI efforts.
OpenAI's Super Bowl Ad Debut
- OpenAI is expected to air its first Super Bowl ad, signaling a shift towards increased marketing efforts.
- This move follows the appointment of Kate Rauch, former CMO of Coinbase, as OpenAI's first CMO.