

EP 220: AI News That Matters - March 4, 2024
Mar 4, 2024
Discover the latest in humanoid robotics as Figure AI secures a staggering $675 million in funding. Dive into the controversy surrounding Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI, questioning its shift toward profit over ethics. Explore transformative AI innovations in video production with new tools from Lightrix and Pika Labs. Don't miss exciting giveaways and upcoming events, including the NVIDIA GTC Conference that promises to be enlightening. Catch all this buzz as we unpack the future of AI and its impact on various industries!
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Humanoid Robots Funding
- Humanoid robots are becoming a reality, with Figure AI raising $675 million in funding.
- Key investors include Jeff Bezos, NVIDIA, Microsoft, and OpenAI, signaling a significant shift in the robotics industry.
Musk Sues OpenAI
- Elon Musk, a founding board member of OpenAI, is suing the company and CEO Sam Altman.
- Musk alleges OpenAI prioritizes profits over its mission to benefit humanity, raising concerns about AGI development.
LTX Studio Launch
- Lightricks, known for Facetune and VideoLeap, launched LTX Studio, an AI-powered filmmaking tool.
- LTX Studio helps creators generate scripts, storyboards, and consistent characters through text prompts, simplifying the filmmaking process.