People vs Algorithms

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May 23, 2024
Exploring tech and media in 5 years, Sam Altman controversy, AI in hardware, Google's future search, AI's long-term effects, AI reshaping hardware, advertising in AI era, changes in media consumption trends
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ANECDOTE

Scarlett Johansson Voice Controversy

  • Sam Altman's GPT-4 voice allegedly resembles Scarlett Johansson's, leading to a PR debacle.
  • Johansson denied involvement, raising questions about OpenAI's practices and Altman's leadership.
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Sam Altman's Leadership

  • Sam Altman's perceived dishonesty and OpenAI's messy structure raise concerns about the company's future.
  • Despite some viewing Altman as a visionary, others, including Elon Musk, question his integrity.
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AI in Hardware

  • Microsoft integrates AI into hardware, including "co-pilot PCs" with features like constant screenshotting.
  • This raises privacy concerns and signals a shift towards AI functionalities performed locally on devices.
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