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FT News Briefing

Can Telegram clean up its act?

Mar 15, 2024
12:18
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The podcast explores UAE's interest in investing in OpenAI, challenges with Telegram as a news source and hub of criminal activity, an Uber courier creating an app against company algorithms, and the balance between free speech and illicit content on social media platforms.
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Quick takeaways

  • Telegram's transition to a major news source raises concerns over balancing free speech with criminal activities.
  • Uber courier's 'Uber Cheats' app exposes payment discrepancies, highlighting accountability issues in algorithm-driven systems.

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OpenAI Seeks UAE Investment for Chip-Making Business

OpenAI is aiming to launch a chip-making business to reduce reliance on NVIDIA chips and requires significant funding. Talks are ongoing with Abu Dhabi-based fund MGX, backed by the UAE government, for investment. This move reflects a strategic shift towards self-sufficiency in chip manufacturing.

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