Big Technology Podcast Is AI Slowing Down?, Trouble at Tesla, Kate Middleton’s Bad At Photoshop
Mar 15, 2024
This week delves into the shifting landscape of AI, with major companies like Google and Amazon dialing back their lofty expectations. Adobe's struggles highlight the gap between AI hype and reality. There’s buzz about OpenAI's new video generator, but transparency issues arise with its leadership changes. Tesla faces tough times as financial woes mount, while there’s ongoing debate over a potential TikTok ban. Lastly, an amusing look at Kate Middleton’s Photoshop mishap keeps the conversation lively!
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AI Hype Slowdown
- AI hype might be hitting a wall as sales growth doesn't meet expectations.
- Cloud providers are tempering salespeople's expectations, suggesting the hype has outpaced reality.
Adobe's AI Reality Check
- Adobe's stock dropped 12% due to lower-than-expected AI-driven revenue growth.
- This suggests AI tools may improve existing workflows rather than significantly expand the user base.
AI Tools and Designer Skepticism
- Graphic designers, skeptical of AI and concerned about job security, may resist new AI tools.
- However, successful AI integration could give companies like Adobe immense pricing power.