Apple’s OpenAI Plans, How Meta’s Llama 3 Will Make Money, Verge’s AI Survey
Apr 30, 2024
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Apple is in talks with OpenAI for AI features in iOS. How Meta plans to make money with AI models. Discussion on a new AI survey, missing insights on AI usage and consumer behavior.
Apple may integrate AI features in iOS 18 through a partnership with OpenAI.
Monetizing free AI models like Meta's llama 3 involves offering support services and special versions.
Deep dives
Apple's Search for an AI Partner
Apple is considering integrating AI features into iOS 18, possibly through a partnership with OpenAI. The tech community has been monitoring Apple's response to advancements in AI, noting a trend of Apple introducing superior products after observing consumer reactions and market developments. Apple's annual release cycle suggests that AI features in iOS 18 have been in development, with early testing revealing AI capabilities to summarize and respond to text messages.
Meta's Approach to Monetizing AI
Meta, following the open-source route like XAI, released the llama three AI model for free. The challenge lies in determining how to monetize free AI models, with Meta planning to implement strategies like offering support services, additional software, and special versions to generate revenue. Despite Meta's significant AI spending, questions persist on the profitability of giving away advanced AI technologies for free.
Insights from the AI Survey
The Verge and Vox Media conducted an AI survey revealing increasing adoption of AI tools, particularly among younger generations. Users find AI tools like chat GPT useful for various tasks such as trip planning and recipe discovery. The survey highlights a growing interest in AI-powered products, but also a skepticism towards certain AI applications and concerns about AI's impact on job security, especially among younger workers.
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