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Fri. 12/06 – Santa Sam Makes His First Delivery

Dec 6, 2024
Santa Sam kicks off a lineup of launches from OpenAI, while David Sacks ascends as the AI and crypto czar. Samsung unveils a radical UI overhaul amidst major shifts in Microsoft’s product strategy. The cryptocurrency world is shaken as a memecoin plummets, raising legal concerns. Plus, the semiconductor industry is navigating turbulent waters, with Intel rethinking its approach. Meanwhile, AI companions are gaining traction, revealing emotional complexities and intriguing developments in celestial observatories.
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  • OpenAI has launched a $200 per month subscription for unlimited access to advanced AI models, enhancing performance and capabilities.
  • David Sachs appointed as AI and crypto czar will guide legal frameworks, influencing policy for competitiveness in both industries.

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OpenAI's New Offerings

OpenAI has launched a new subscription tier, ChatGPT Pro, which costs $200 per month and provides users with unlimited access to its latest AI models, including GPT-4 and an enhanced O1 version. The enterprise shifts are aimed at improving the performance of ChatGPT, promising faster and more accurate responses, particularly for tasks involving coding and complex reasoning with images. OpenAI is also expected to introduce features such as web browsing and file uploads in the future. Furthermore, the company has launched a grant program to provide access to ChatGPT Pro for medical researchers, underscoring its commitment to supporting academic initiatives with advanced AI tools.

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