The Vergecast The AIs are officially out of control
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Feb 23, 2024 This discussion dives into the chaos of AI, featuring hilarious takes on the latest from ChatGPT and Gemini. Walmart's $2.3 billion acquisition of Vizio sparks debates on the future of advertising technology. Insights into Google’s controversial AI images lead to laughs about bias and creativity. Home tech troubles, especially with Frame TVs, provide comedic relief alongside smart home innovations like the Echo Hub. Finally, Apple’s new sports app reflects shifting trends in gambling and tech, making for a lively conversation!
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Reddit's Value Proposition
- Google's $60 million deal with Reddit for AI training data is significant but may not be enough.
- Reddit holds leverage as a primary source of human-generated information, crucial for Google's search business.
Google's Dependence on Reddit
- Google needs multiple platforms like Reddit to thrive.
- The deal incentivizes Google to prioritize Reddit in search results, potentially increasing Reddit's value.
Shifting Power Dynamics
- Google's dependence on social platforms for quality data may lead to its decline.
- The convergence of search and social changes Google's role, making them reliant on platforms like Reddit for human-generated content.
