Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 08/30 – Who ISN’T Investing In OpenAI?
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Aug 30, 2024 Big tech companies are scrambling to invest in OpenAI, with potential valuations soaring. Amazon's Alexa is getting a makeover by incorporating Anthropic's AI. Meanwhile, Intel is grappling with financial woes and considering drastic operational changes. On the lighter side, there's excitement over engaging gaming projects and the fascinating story behind Jerry Lewis's unreleased film. The tech landscape is buzzing with innovation, competition, and the challenges of balancing popularity with financial stability.
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OpenAI's Funding Frenzy
- OpenAI's latest funding round attracts major tech companies, potentially reaching a $100 billion valuation.
- This includes Microsoft, NVIDIA, Apple, and Thrive Capital, highlighting OpenAI's significance in the AI landscape.
Alexa's AI Overhaul
- Amazon's Alexa is getting an AI revamp, powered by Anthropic's Claude, and will likely have a monthly subscription fee.
- Initial versions using Amazon's in-house AI were slow, leading them to adopt Claude for better performance.
ChatGPT's Growth and AI Scrutiny
- ChatGPT's weekly active users have doubled to over 200 million, with significant adoption by Fortune 500 companies.
- OpenAI and Anthropic agreed to government evaluations of major AI models, indicating increased scrutiny of AI safety.