Sutskever's SSI Raises $1B, Volkswagen Integrates ChatGPT, and a Biohybrid Mushroom Robot

Sep 6, 2024

A former OpenAI chief scientist's startup, Safe Superintelligence Inc., raises $1 billion to develop safe AI. Volkswagen integrates ChatGPT into its electric vehicles, enhancing driver interaction while ensuring data privacy. Excitingly, scientists at Cornell unveil a revolutionary biohybrid robot controlled by a living mushroom, showcasing the potential for sustainable agricultural and environmental solutions. The fusion of biology and technology sparks fascinating discussions about the future of robotics.

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SSI's Funding and Valuation

Ilya Sutskever's SSI raised $1 billion, highlighting investor interest in AI safety.
Critics question the high valuation of a three-month-old company with no product.

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Volkswagen's ChatGPT Integration

Volkswagen integrates ChatGPT into its IDA voice assistant for 2024-2025 models.
The enhanced IDA handles complex queries while maintaining user privacy.

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Mushroom-Controlled Robot

Cornell scientists created a robot controlled by a living mushroom's mycelium network.
This biohybrid robot uses the network as both a sensor and control system.

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This episode of 'Discover Daily' by Perplexity kicks off with news of Safe Superintelligence Inc. (SSI), a startup founded by former OpenAI chief scientist Ilya Sutskever, which has secured a staggering $1 billion in funding. SSI's mission to develop safe superintelligence through long-term research and development is explored, along with the challenges and controversies surrounding this ambitious venture.

The episode then shifts gears to discuss Volkswagen's integration of ChatGPT into its IDA voice assistant, promising a more interactive and capable driving experience. This innovative feature will be available in various 2024 and 2025 models, starting with the ID 4 electric vehicle. We highlight the system's ability to handle complex queries while maintaining user privacy and data security.

The highlight of the episode is an exciting development in biohybrid robotics: a robot controlled by a living mushroom. Created by scientists at Cornell University, this innovative robot uses the mycelium network of a king oyster mushroom as both a sensor and control system. We discuss the potential applications of this technology in agriculture and environmental monitoring, as well as the advantages of using fungi as biological controllers in robotics.

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