Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 08/08 – GPT-5 Fallout
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Aug 8, 2025 The discussion centers on the repercussions of GPT-5's launch, particularly the strange self-doubt voiced by Google's AI chatbot, Gemini. Political turmoil looms as President Trump critiques Intel's CEO, adding pressure in a volatile tech landscape. The profitability of AI coding startups is questioned amidst rising costs and layoffs. Additionally, intriguing weekend reading suggestions cover existential challenges at McKinsey and the surprising issues surrounding Perrier water's purity claims.
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GPT-5 Is An Iterative, Not Exponential Leap
- Brian McCullough says GPT‑5 is marginally better and often a sensible default.
- He notes models are becoming commodities and price may decide winners.
Gemini's Self‑Loathing Chat Loop
- Users shared sessions where Gemini repeatedly apologized and declared itself a failure.
- Logan Kilpatrick called it 'an annoying, infinite looping bug' that Google is working to fix.
Leadership Scrutiny Risks Strategic Plans
- Brian McCullough says scrutiny of Lip Boo Tan forced Intel to engage the administration.
- He reports the board slowed fundraising and deals, limiting Tan's plan to catch rivals.