OpenAI is considering measures to alert law enforcement if users engage in threat-related chats, while also working on parental control tools aimed at protecting teenagers on the platforms.


OpenAI may alert police over threat chats, plans parental controls for teens 

OpenAI is likely to release an AI-powered web browser in the coming weeks to challenge Alphabet’s market-dominating Google Chrome, said a Reuters report, citing three people familiar with the developments. The browser is slated to launch in the coming weeks and aims to use artificial intelligence to fundamentally change how consumers browse the web.&nbsp;&nbsp;If OpenAI’s browser is adopted by the 400 million weekly active users of ChatGPT, it would impact Google’s share of advertisement revenue. Chrome is a key pillar of Alphabet’s ad business and makes up nearly three-quarters of its revenue, as it provides user information to help Alphabet target ads more effectively and profitably. It also gives Google a way to route search traffic to its own engine by default.Sources said that OpenAI’s browser is designed to keep some user interactions within a ChatGPT-like native chat interface instead of clicking through to websites.&nbsp;The sources declined to be identified, saying they are not authorised to speak publicly on the matter.&nbsp;<h2>OpenAI faced stiff competition from Google and Anthropic</h2>&nbsp;Sam Altman-led OpenAI flipped the tech industry with the launch of its AI chatbot ChatGPT in late 2022. After its initial success, OpenAI has faced stiff competition from rivals like Google and startup Anthropic and is seeking new areas of growth.A web browser would allow OpenAI to directly integrate its AI agent products, such as Operator, into the browsing experience, enabling the browser to carry out tasks on behalf of the user.The browser’s access to a user’s web activity would make it the ideal platform for AI “agents” that can take actions on their behalf, like booking reservations or filling out forms, directly within the websites they use.&nbsp;<h2>With 3bn users, Google holds more than two-thirds of global market</h2>&nbsp;Google Chrome is used by more than 3 billion people and currently holds more than two-thirds of the worldwide browser market, according to web analytics firm StatCounter. Apple’s Safari lags far behind with a 16% share.OpenAI said last month that it has 3 million paying business users for ChatGPT.Other AI startups like The Browser Company and Brave have announced AI-powered browsers capable of performing actions on a user’s behalf this year. Perplexity, a well-funded startup known for its search engine, also launched its AI browser, Comet, on Wednesday.

Chrome is a key pillar of Alphabet’s ad business and makes up nearly three-quarters of its revenue, as it provides user information to help Alphabet target ads more effectively and profitably. It also gives Google a way to route search traffic to its own engine by default.

OpenAI is likely to release an AI-powered web browser in the coming weeks to challenge Alphabet’s market-dominating Google Chrome, said a Reuters report, citing three people familiar with the developments. The browser is slated to launch in the coming weeks and aims to use artificial intelligence to fundamentally change how consumers browse the web. If OpenAI’s browser is adopted by the 400 million weekly active users of ChatGPT, it would impact Google’s share of advertisement revenue. Chrome is a key pillar of Alphabet’s ad business and makes up nearly three-quarters of its revenue, as it provides user information to help Alphabet target ads more effectively and profitably. It also gives Google a way to route search traffic to its own engine by default. Sources said that OpenAI’s browser is designed to keep some user interactions within a ChatGPT-like native chat interface instead of clicking through to websites. The sources declined to be identified, saying they are not authorised to speak publicly on the matter. OpenAI faced stiff competition from Google and Anthropic Sam Altman-led OpenAI flipped the tech industry with the launch of its AI chatbot ChatGPT in late 2022. After its initial success, OpenAI has faced stiff competition from rivals like Google and startup Anthropic and is seeking new areas of growth. A web browser would allow OpenAI to directly integrate its AI agent products, such as Operator, into the browsing experience, enabling the browser to carry out tasks on behalf of the user. The browser’s access to a user’s web activity would make it the ideal platform for AI “agents” that can take actions on their behalf, like booking reservations or filling out forms, directly within the websites they use. With 3bn users, Google holds more than two-thirds of global market Google Chrome is used by more than 3 billion people and currently holds more than two-thirds of the worldwide browser market, according to web analytics firm StatCounter. Apple’s Safari lags far behind with a 16% share. OpenAI said last month that it has 3 million paying business users for ChatGPT. Other AI startups like The Browser Company and Brave have announced AI-powered browsers capable of performing actions on a user’s behalf this year. Perplexity, a well-funded startup known for its search engine, also launched its AI browser, Comet, on Wednesday.

Chrome is a key pillar of Alphabet’s ad business and makes up nearly three-quarters of its revenue, as it provides user information to help Alphabet target ads more effectively and profitably. It also gives Google a way to route search traffic to its own engine by default.

OpenAI to release AI-powered web browser, challenge Google Chrome

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has escalated its recruitment efforts in a high-stakes attempt to build its own artificial intelligence (AI) empire.&nbsp;According to Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, Meta has made offers to some of his best engineers, including signing bonuses of up to $100 million and annual compensation packages worth even more.&nbsp;Despite these lavish incentives, Altman confirmed on a recent episode of the Uncapped podcast that OpenAI’s top talent has remained steadfast and declined to accept Meta's overtures.“Meta started making giant offers to a lot of people on our team,” Altman said. “You know, like $100 million signing bonuses, more than that (in) compensation per year. At least, so far, none of our best people have decided to take them up on that.”The massive offers from Meta come as part of a broader, aggressive strategy to accelerate its AI efforts. Meta, which has struggled to keep pace with competitors like OpenAI, Google, and Amazon in the AI race, has recently doubled down on its commitment to AI by investing billions in both talent and cutting-edge technology.&nbsp;These efforts include the launch of its new “superintelligence” division, aimed at creating AI systems that exceed human cognitive capabilities.Altman’s remarks underscore the growing competition for top-tier AI talent. The pursuit of elite engineers has reached a fever pitch in Silicon Valley, with companies like Meta, OpenAI, and Google making offers that rival those of professional athletes in other industries.&nbsp;Researchers who specialise in AI are now some of the most sought-after individuals in the tech world, with offers running into the tens of millions of dollars.<h2>Meta’s aggressive AI push</h2>Meta’s ambitions in AI have grown bolder in recent months. The company recently announced a monumental $14.3 billion investment in Scale AI, a leader in AI data processing and labelling.&nbsp;The deal gives Meta a 49 per cent stake in Scale AI and brings its CEO, Alexandr Wang, on board to lead Meta's newly formed superintelligence lab.&nbsp;In addition to the investment in Scale, Meta has reportedly offered generous compensation packages to top AI researchers from OpenAI and Google, hoping to assemble a team capable of competing with the industry’s elite.Despite these investments, Meta has faced challenges in its pursuit of AI dominance. The company has delayed the release of its next major AI model due to concerns about its capabilities, with sources claiming that internal struggles over product development and leadership have hindered progress.&nbsp;Moreover, while Meta has released several open-source AI models, including the Llama series, it has faced criticism for allegedly overstating the performance of these models compared to the models developed by competitors like OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Google’s Gemini.One of the most ambitious aspects of Meta's AI strategy is the formation of a “superintelligence” unit, which aims to create an AI system that surpasses human intelligence. This project is being led by Alexandr Wang, who left Scale AI for Meta in a move that highlights the growing value placed on AI expertise.&nbsp;Meta’s superintelligence lab is expected to drive innovations in technologies such as self-driving cars and robotic systems, giving the company a competitive edge in both the AI and hardware sectors.<h2>The AI talent war intensifies</h2>Meta’s high-profile recruitment efforts are part of a broader trend in the tech industry, where AI talent has become the hottest commodity. Since OpenAI’s release of ChatGPT in 2022, the AI arms race has escalated to a level never seen before, with companies vying to secure the brightest minds in machine learning and natural language processing.The importance of individual contributors (ICs) in the AI field cannot be overstated. Researchers with specialised expertise are seen as pivotal to the success of AI models, with the best talent having the potential to make or break the trajectory of a company’s AI ambitions. This has led to a scramble for top engineers, with some researchers receiving offers worth tens of millions of dollars in salary and bonuses.For instance, Google’s DeepMind has reportedly offered AI researchers compensation packages in the ballpark of $20 million per year, along with expedited equity grants.&nbsp;Similarly, OpenAI has been forced to offer significant retention bonuses to prevent its talent from jumping ship. Meta’s lavish recruitment offers are part of this ongoing battle for AI supremacy, with Mark Zuckerberg overseeing efforts to recruit leading researchers from rival companies.This battle for AI talent has also drawn in other major players like Amazon and Microsoft, who are investing billions in AI startups and expanding their own research divisions.&nbsp;Microsoft, for instance, has poured more than $13 billion into OpenAI, while Amazon has invested heavily in the AI startup Anthropic. With the stakes so high, no company in Silicon Valley can afford to be left behind in the race to dominate the AI landscape.<h2>Race to stay competitive</h2>Despite its aggressive hiring tactics and massive investments, Meta’s position in the AI race is still far from secure. The company has been criticised for its perceived slow progress in AI development, especially in comparison to OpenAI and Google.&nbsp;Meta’s efforts to build a competitive AI lab have been hampered by employee churn, internal management struggles, and a series of product releases that have failed to meet expectations.One of the major challenges Meta faces is its reliance on an open-source strategy. While the company has released models like Llama to the public, which has allowed third-party developers to build on top of them, some have criticised Meta for inflating the capabilities of its models to make them appear more competitive with industry leaders.&nbsp;Furthermore, Meta's internal divisions have led to infighting and delays in product development, leaving the company vulnerable to the rapid advancements made by its rivals.The war for AI supremacy is not just about technology; it’s about securing the best minds to create the next generation of intelligent systems. With companies like Meta and OpenAI vying for the brightest engineers, the future of AI will likely be shaped by the talent that is recruited today.&nbsp;As Meta continues its push to assemble a superintelligence team, the question remains: will it be able to close the gap and compete with the likes of OpenAI and Google? Only time will tell.

The massive offers from Meta come as part of a broader, aggressive strategy to accelerate its AI efforts. Meta, which has struggled to keep pace with competitors like OpenAI, Google, and Amazon in the AI race. 

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has escalated its recruitment efforts in a high-stakes attempt to build its own artificial intelligence (AI) empire. According to Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, Meta has made offers to some of his best engineers, including signing bonuses of up to $100 million and annual compensation packages worth even more. Despite these lavish incentives, Altman confirmed on a recent episode of the Uncapped podcast that OpenAI’s top talent has remained steadfast and declined to accept Meta's overtures. “Meta started making giant offers to a lot of people on our team,” Altman said. “You know, like $100 million signing bonuses, more than that (in) compensation per year. At least, so far, none of our best people have decided to take them up on that.” The massive offers from Meta come as part of a broader, aggressive strategy to accelerate its AI efforts. Meta, which has struggled to keep pace with competitors like OpenAI, Google, and Amazon in the AI race, has recently doubled down on its commitment to AI by investing billions in both talent and cutting-edge technology. These efforts include the launch of its new “superintelligence” division, aimed at creating AI systems that exceed human cognitive capabilities. Altman’s remarks underscore the growing competition for top-tier AI talent. The pursuit of elite engineers has reached a fever pitch in Silicon Valley, with companies like Meta, OpenAI, and Google making offers that rival those of professional athletes in other industries. Researchers who specialise in AI are now some of the most sought-after individuals in the tech world, with offers running into the tens of millions of dollars. Meta’s aggressive AI push Meta’s ambitions in AI have grown bolder in recent months. The company recently announced a monumental $14.3 billion investment in Scale AI, a leader in AI data processing and labelling. The deal gives Meta a 49 per cent stake in Scale AI and brings its CEO, Alexandr Wang, on board to lead Meta's newly formed superintelligence lab. In addition to the investment in Scale, Meta has reportedly offered generous compensation packages to top AI researchers from OpenAI and Google, hoping to assemble a team capable of competing with the industry’s elite. Despite these investments, Meta has faced challenges in its pursuit of AI dominance. The company has delayed the release of its next major AI model due to concerns about its capabilities, with sources claiming that internal struggles over product development and leadership have hindered progress. Moreover, while Meta has released several open-source AI models, including the Llama series, it has faced criticism for allegedly overstating the performance of these models compared to the models developed by competitors like OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Google’s Gemini. One of the most ambitious aspects of Meta's AI strategy is the formation of a “superintelligence” unit, which aims to create an AI system that surpasses human intelligence. This project is being led by Alexandr Wang, who left Scale AI for Meta in a move that highlights the growing value placed on AI expertise. Meta’s superintelligence lab is expected to drive innovations in technologies such as self-driving cars and robotic systems, giving the company a competitive edge in both the AI and hardware sectors. The AI talent war intensifies Meta’s high-profile recruitment efforts are part of a broader trend in the tech industry, where AI talent has become the hottest commodity. Since OpenAI’s release of ChatGPT in 2022, the AI arms race has escalated to a level never seen before, with companies vying to secure the brightest minds in machine learning and natural language processing. The importance of individual contributors (ICs) in the AI field cannot be overstated. Researchers with specialised expertise are seen as pivotal to the success of AI models, with the best talent having the potential to make or break the trajectory of a company’s AI ambitions. This has led to a scramble for top engineers, with some researchers receiving offers worth tens of millions of dollars in salary and bonuses. For instance, Google’s DeepMind has reportedly offered AI researchers compensation packages in the ballpark of $20 million per year, along with expedited equity grants. Similarly, OpenAI has been forced to offer significant retention bonuses to prevent its talent from jumping ship. Meta’s lavish recruitment offers are part of this ongoing battle for AI supremacy, with Mark Zuckerberg overseeing efforts to recruit leading researchers from rival companies. This battle for AI talent has also drawn in other major players like Amazon and Microsoft, who are investing billions in AI startups and expanding their own research divisions. Microsoft, for instance, has poured more than $13 billion into OpenAI, while Amazon has invested heavily in the AI startup Anthropic. With the stakes so high, no company in Silicon Valley can afford to be left behind in the race to dominate the AI landscape. Race to stay competitive Despite its aggressive hiring tactics and massive investments, Meta’s position in the AI race is still far from secure. The company has been criticised for its perceived slow progress in AI development, especially in comparison to OpenAI and Google. Meta’s efforts to build a competitive AI lab have been hampered by employee churn, internal management struggles, and a series of product releases that have failed to meet expectations. One of the major challenges Meta faces is its reliance on an open-source strategy. While the company has released models like Llama to the public, which has allowed third-party developers to build on top of them, some have criticised Meta for inflating the capabilities of its models to make them appear more competitive with industry leaders. Furthermore, Meta's internal divisions have led to infighting and delays in product development, leaving the company vulnerable to the rapid advancements made by its rivals. The war for AI supremacy is not just about technology; it’s about securing the best minds to create the next generation of intelligent systems. With companies like Meta and OpenAI vying for the brightest engineers, the future of AI will likely be shaped by the talent that is recruited today. As Meta continues its push to assemble a superintelligence team, the question remains: will it be able to close the gap and compete with the likes of OpenAI and Google? Only time will tell.

The massive offers from Meta come as part of a broader, aggressive strategy to accelerate its AI efforts. Meta, which has struggled to keep pace with competitors like OpenAI, Google, and Amazon in the AI race.&nbsp;

AI talent poaching intensifies: Meta offers $100 million bonuses to OpenAI employees as it struggles to keep pace in the AI race

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI has landed a $200 million contract from the United States Department of Defense&nbsp;to develop cutting-edge artificial intelligence tools for military applications, the Pentagon confirmed on Monday.&nbsp;It is the company’s most high-profile defence contract to date, placing OpenAI, originally a consumer-facing tech firm, at the heart of America’s military–AI transformation.&nbsp;“Under this award, the performer will develop prototype frontier AI capabilities to address critical national security challenges in both warfighting and enterprise domains,” the Pentagon stated.&nbsp;The work will be carried out primarily in and around Washington, with an estimated completion date of July 2026.<h2>Why it matters</h2>The deal underscores Washington’s push to harness frontier AI systems for battlefield readiness, faster intelligence synthesis, and advanced decision-making, as strategic rivalries with China and Russia intensify.&nbsp;It also marks OpenAI’s formal entry into the defence establishment, a major evolution for a company better known for revolutionising education and corporate workflows with tools like ChatGPT and Codex.&nbsp;As of March 2025, OpenAI had 500 million weekly active users. The company said this month that its annualised revenue run rate had surged to $10 billion, on track to meet its 2025 targets amid soaring global AI adoption.<h2>Defence AI gets a Silicon Valley upgrade</h2>The contract follows guidance issued by the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in April, encouraging federal agencies to foster a competitive American AI sector. National security and defence systems were explicitly exempted from the tighter AI oversight — allowing agencies like the Pentagon to move quickly.&nbsp;That exemption is now being leveraged to formalise OpenAI’s military partnership.&nbsp;Reuters has reported that OpenAI is in talks to raise as much as $40 billion in a new funding round led by Japan’s SoftBank, at a $300 billion valuation — underlining investor confidence in its long-term strategic relevance.<h2>The bigger picture</h2>The US military has long experimented with AI through its research arm, DARPA. But this new agreement represents a turning point — where private AI leaders are brought directly into core national security missions.&nbsp;While technical specifics remain classified, the AI tools are expected to support capabilities such as autonomous decision-making, threat detection, secure communications, and multilingual data analysis.&nbsp;The move is likely to be watched closely in Beijing and Moscow, both of whom have ramped up investments in military-grade AI.The Pentagon’s new AI contract is not just about innovation, it’s about preserving a strategic edge in what many now call the AI arms race. (With inputs from the agencies)&nbsp;

This contract aims to enhance national security capabilities amid rising competition with China and Russia. Work will focus on autonomous decision-making and threat detection, with completion expected by July 2026. 

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI has landed a $200 million contract from the United States Department of Defense to develop cutting-edge artificial intelligence tools for military applications, the Pentagon confirmed on Monday. It is the company’s most high-profile defence contract to date, placing OpenAI, originally a consumer-facing tech firm, at the heart of America’s military–AI transformation. “Under this award, the performer will develop prototype frontier AI capabilities to address critical national security challenges in both warfighting and enterprise domains,” the Pentagon stated. The work will be carried out primarily in and around Washington, with an estimated completion date of July 2026. Why it matters The deal underscores Washington’s push to harness frontier AI systems for battlefield readiness, faster intelligence synthesis, and advanced decision-making, as strategic rivalries with China and Russia intensify. It also marks OpenAI’s formal entry into the defence establishment, a major evolution for a company better known for revolutionising education and corporate workflows with tools like ChatGPT and Codex. As of March 2025, OpenAI had 500 million weekly active users. The company said this month that its annualised revenue run rate had surged to $10 billion, on track to meet its 2025 targets amid soaring global AI adoption. Defence AI gets a Silicon Valley upgrade The contract follows guidance issued by the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in April, encouraging federal agencies to foster a competitive American AI sector. National security and defence systems were explicitly exempted from the tighter AI oversight — allowing agencies like the Pentagon to move quickly. That exemption is now being leveraged to formalise OpenAI’s military partnership. Reuters has reported that OpenAI is in talks to raise as much as $40 billion in a new funding round led by Japan’s SoftBank, at a $300 billion valuation — underlining investor confidence in its long-term strategic relevance. The bigger picture The US military has long experimented with AI through its research arm, DARPA. But this new agreement represents a turning point — where private AI leaders are brought directly into core national security missions. While technical specifics remain classified, the AI tools are expected to support capabilities such as autonomous decision-making, threat detection, secure communications, and multilingual data analysis. The move is likely to be watched closely in Beijing and Moscow, both of whom have ramped up investments in military-grade AI. The Pentagon’s new AI contract is not just about innovation, it’s about preserving a strategic edge in what many now call the AI arms race. (With inputs from the agencies)

OpenAI has secured a $200 million contract with the U.S. Department of Defense to develop advanced AI tools for military use, marking its entry into defence.

OpenAI bags $200 million Pentagon contract to build AI tools for US military

Sam Altman publicly rejected Elon Musk’s alleged bid for OpenAI, stating that the organization is "not for sale." Altman also commented on Musk’s demeanor, saying he doesn’t think Musk is a happy person. Tensions between the two tech leaders are growing as AI competition heats up.

Musk vs Altman: Altman says 'no thank you' to Musk's bid for OpenAI

India's technology minister said Wednesday that OpenAI chief Sam Altman was "willing to collaborate" with the world's most populous country in its bid to develop its own cut-price AI systems.
Ashwini Vaishnaw said he held a "super cool discussion" with Altman in the capital New Delhi, where they talked about India's "strategy of creating the entire AI stack" of graphics processing units (GPU), models and apps.
Vaishnaw said Altman was "willing to collaborate with India on all three", without giving further details.
Altman said that India was OpenAI's second biggest market, with its users in the country of 1.4 billion people tripling in the past year.
"India is an incredibly important market for AI in general and for OpenAI in particular," Altman told a closed-door meeting of Indian tech developers, in comments broadcast by the Press Trust of India news agency.
"I think India should be one of the leaders of the AI revolution," Altman said.
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"It's really quite amazing to see what the country has done, in embracing the technology and building the entire stack of things on top of it."
OpenAI was the firm that brought generative models to public consciousness in 2022 with the launch of ChatGPT.
Vaishnaw referenced India's space mission, which has included landing an unmanned craft on the Moon in 2023, matching the achievements of established space powers at a much cheaper price tag.
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"Our country sent a mission to the Moon at a fraction of the cost that other countries did," Vaishnaw said, in a speech alongside Altman.
"Why can't we do a (AI) model that will be a fraction of the cost?"&nbsp;
Altman told Vaishnaw that he was "really excited to do a lot more together".
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to co-host an artificial intelligence summit in France from February 10-11, which Altman is expected to attend.
Altman is on a whirlwind tour of Asia, and signed a deal in South Korea on Tuesday with tech giant Kakao.&nbsp;
The US firm is seeking new alliances after the release of Chinese rival DeepSeek last month shook the global AI industry.
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India's technology minister said Wednesday that OpenAI chief Sam Altman was "willing to collaborate" with the world's most populous country in its bid to develop its own cut-price AI systems. Ashwini Vaishnaw said he held a "super cool discussion" with Altman in the capital New Delhi, where they talked about India's "strategy of creating the entire AI stack" of graphics processing units (GPU), models and apps. Vaishnaw said Altman was "willing to collaborate with India on all three", without giving further details. Altman said that India was OpenAI's second biggest market, with its users in the country of 1.4 billion people tripling in the past year. "India is an incredibly important market for AI in general and for OpenAI in particular," Altman told a closed-door meeting of Indian tech developers, in comments broadcast by the Press Trust of India news agency. "I think India should be one of the leaders of the AI revolution," Altman said. Also Read | Indian Finance Ministry bans employees from using ChatGPT, DeepSeek: Report "It's really quite amazing to see what the country has done, in embracing the technology and building the entire stack of things on top of it." OpenAI was the firm that brought generative models to public consciousness in 2022 with the launch of ChatGPT. Vaishnaw referenced India's space mission, which has included landing an unmanned craft on the Moon in 2023, matching the achievements of established space powers at a much cheaper price tag. Also Read | 'That was a great operation': Trump says as Netanyahu gifts US president a golden pager "Our country sent a mission to the Moon at a fraction of the cost that other countries did," Vaishnaw said, in a speech alongside Altman. "Why can't we do a (AI) model that will be a fraction of the cost?" Altman told Vaishnaw that he was "really excited to do a lot more together". Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to co-host an artificial intelligence summit in France from February 10-11, which Altman is expected to attend. Altman is on a whirlwind tour of Asia, and signed a deal in South Korea on Tuesday with tech giant Kakao. The US firm is seeking new alliances after the release of Chinese rival DeepSeek last month shook the global AI industry. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

OpenAI chief Sam Altman talks AI collaboration with India, says it's ‘incredibly important market’

OpenAI has reported multiple instances where its AI models have been misused to create fake content, such as lengthy articles and social media posts, with the intent to influence elections, according to a report published on Wednesday (Oct 9).

OpenAI has reported multiple instances where its AI models have been misused to create fake content, such as lengthy articles and social media posts, with the intent to influence elections, according to a report published on Wednesday (Oct 9). Cybercriminals exploiting AI technology Cybercriminals are using AI models like ChatGPT to produce convincing, large-scale text. This allows bad actors to create false news stories, online posts, and even fraudulent election materials that could mislead the public. The report, which was released on Wednesday, revealed that OpenAI’s models have been exploited to generate fake content aimed at swaying elections. These AI-generated messages often imitate legitimate news sources, making it harder for people to distinguish between real and fabricated information. Recent cases of AI misuse neutralised by OpenAI The company has neutralised over 20 such attempts this year alone. One notable incident in August involved ChatGPT accounts used to create articles about the U.S. elections. In July, several accounts from Rwanda were also banned after they were found generating election-related posts for social media platform X. Also read: ‘It needs to go’: Tim Walz calls for scrapping of electoral college system However, OpenAI noted that none of these efforts to influence elections gained significant traction or attracted lasting audiences. Growing concerns over AI and fake content in elections Concerns are mounting over the use of AI tools and social media platforms for spreading false election-related content, particularly as the U.S. prepares for its upcoming presidential elections. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has warned of an increasing threat from Russia, Iran, and China, which may use AI to spread fake or divisive information ahead of the November 5 elections. OpenAI recently strengthened its standing as one of the most valuable private companies globally, following a $6.6 billion fundraising round last week. Since its launch in November 2022, ChatGPT has attracted 250 million active users weekly. (With inputs from agencies)

OpenAI says cybercriminals using ChatGPT to influence US elections

Google has reportedly spent $2.7 billion to bring back Noam Shazeer, a key figure in artificial intelligence who he left the company to start his own venture. Shazeer, 48, first joined Google in 2000 but left the technology giant in 2021 following the company’s refusal to launch a chatbot he developed alongside colleague Daniel De Freitas, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Google has reportedly spent $2.7 billion to bring back Noam Shazeer, a key figure in artificial intelligence who he left the company to start his own venture. Shazeer, 48, first joined Google in 2000 but left the technology giant in 2021 following the company’s refusal to launch a chatbot he developed alongside colleague Daniel De Freitas, according to The Wall Street Journal. Founding Character.AI and making it a $1 billion startup After leaving, Shazeer and De Freitas co-founded Character.AI, a startup that quickly became a major player in Silicon Valley’s AI scene, reaching a $1 billion valuation last year. Google later announced that both Shazeer and De Freitas were returning to work at Google’s AI division, DeepMind. As part of the deal, Google paid $2.7 billion to license Character.AI's technology and bring Shazeer back into the fold, The Wall Street Journal noted. Also read: Musk, Khosla engage in war of words over Argentina, call each other 'dumb' and 'macho brain' Through this licensing agreement, Google gained immediate access to Character.AI’s technology without waiting for regulatory clearance. Many within the company view Shazeer’s return as a key reason for Google’s decision to acquire Character.AI, the report highlighted. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, commenting on Shazeer in 2015, said, “If there’s anybody I can think of in the world who’s likely to do it, it’s going to be him.” Later, in 2017, Shazeer also created Meena, a chatbot designed to converse with people on a variety of topics. He was so confident in its capabilities that he believed it could eventually replace Google’s search engine. However, Google executives at the time were hesitant to release Meena due to concerns over safety and fairness, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. Shazeer to lead development of Google’s AI model Gemini Now back at Google, Shazeer is leading the development of Gemini, the company’s new AI model, as part of efforts to compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT. The report also mentioned that Shazeer, once a critic of Google’s cautious stance on AI, is now one of three key leaders in charge of developing Gemini, the next phase of Google’s AI technology. (With inputs from agencies)

Google spends $2.7 billion to bring back AI genius Noam Shazeer who quit after firm rejected his chatbot

OpenAI has published a “System Card” for its popular GPT-4o model in ChatGPT, outlining areas of safety concern raised during testing. One of those concerns is the risk of people becoming emotionally attached to the artificial intelligence while using it in voice mode. Watch on for more updates!

OpenAI warns users could become emotionally attached to GPT-4o 'voice'

OpenAI is reportedly talking to chip designers, including Broadcom, to make a new AI chip in a bid to ease its reliance on expensive graphics processing units (GPUs) in short supply used to develop AI models such as ChatGPT, GPT-4, and DALL-E3, sources familiar with the matter told The Information.

In its quest to reduce this reliance, OpenAI is mulling over creating its own AI chips. The Microsoft-backed company is hiring former Google employees who produced the online search giant's own AI chip, the tensor processing unit, an indicator of intense will to develop an AI server chip, the report added, citing three people who have been involved.

A spokesperson for OpenAI told The Information, "OpenAI is having ongoing conversations with industry and government stakeholders about increasing access to the infrastructure needed to ensure AI's benefits are widely accessible.".

Also, Bloomberg News reported earlier this year that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman intends to raise billions of dollars to build out a network of semiconductor manufacturing plants with major chipmakers such as Intel, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., and Samsung Electronics as potential partners for this hugely ambitious project.

On this note, OpenAI's move to develop its AI chips will drastically reduce dependence on external GPU suppliers and boost capabilities in the development of AI models. OpenAI has a tendency to enter collaborations with industry giants and commit huge investments to the production process of semiconductors, ensuring a robust and self-sufficient infrastructure for the continuous progress in AI innovation. This puts custom hardware at the very front in the advancement of artificial intelligence.

OpenAI is reportedly talking to chip designers, including Broadcom, to make a new AI chip in a bid to ease its reliance on expensive graphics processing units (GPUs) in short supply used to develop AI models such as ChatGPT, GPT-4, and DALL-E3, sources familiar with the matter told The Information.

OpenAI is reportedly talking to chip designers, including Broadcom, to make a new AI chip in a bid to ease its reliance on expensive graphics processing units (GPUs) in short supply used to develop AI models such as ChatGPT, GPT-4, and DALL-E3, sources familiar with the matter told The Information. In its quest to reduce this reliance, OpenAI is mulling over creating its own AI chips. The Microsoft-backed company is hiring former Google employees who produced the online search giant's own AI chip, the tensor processing unit, an indicator of intense will to develop an AI server chip, the report added, citing three people who have been involved. A spokesperson for OpenAI told The Information, "OpenAI is having ongoing conversations with industry and government stakeholders about increasing access to the infrastructure needed to ensure AI's benefits are widely accessible.". Also, Bloomberg News reported earlier this year that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman intends to raise billions of dollars to build out a network of semiconductor manufacturing plants with major chipmakers such as Intel, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., and Samsung Electronics as potential partners for this hugely ambitious project. On this note, OpenAI's move to develop its AI chips will drastically reduce dependence on external GPU suppliers and boost capabilities in the development of AI models. OpenAI has a tendency to enter collaborations with industry giants and commit huge investments to the production process of semiconductors, ensuring a robust and self-sufficient infrastructure for the continuous progress in AI innovation. This puts custom hardware at the very front in the advancement of artificial intelligence.

OpenAI's leap into AI chip development to counter GPU scarcity

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk filed a motion to dismiss his lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman on Tuesday, which had accused them of forsaking the startup's initial objective of building artificial intelligence for the sake of humanity rather than profit.<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Musk withdraws legal action without prejudice<o:p></o:p></h2>

According to a petition in the San Francisco Superior Court, Musk's attorneys requested that the California state court dismiss the action, which was filed in February, without citing a justification for the decision. On Wednesday, a Superior Court judge was slated to consider OpenAI's motion to dismiss the complaint.<o:p></o:p>

Musk's complaint was rejected without prejudice, which means he can file it again later.<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Long-standing dispute over OpenAI’s mission<o:p></o:p></h2>

The lawsuit was the climax of Musk's long-standing resistance to OpenAI, a business he co-founded that has become a pioneer in generative AI thanks to significant funding from Microsoft. Musk, who started his artificial intelligence startup, xAI, in July, raised $6 billion in Series B fundraising in May, giving the company a post-money worth of $24 billion.<o:p></o:p>

Musk's lawsuit claimed that Altman and OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman first approached him about starting an open-source, non-profit corporation. The startup, founded in 2015, is currently focusing on profitable ventures.<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Allegations of breaching founding principles<o:p></o:p></h2>

Musk alleged in the lawsuit that OpenAI "set the founding agreement aflame" when it released its most powerful language model, GPT-4, last year. He requested a judicial order requiring OpenAI to make its research and technology publicly available, as well as prohibiting the business from exploiting its assets, including GPT-4, for the financial benefit of Microsoft and other partners.<o:p></o:p>

OpenAI responded in a court filing that Musk's action was based on illogical assertions and was a ruse to pursue his own AI goals. "Seeing the remarkable technological advances OpenAI has achieved, Musk now wants that success for himself," OpenAI's attorneys stated. Musk reacted in an April filing, claiming that OpenAI was attempting to "advance arguments that are based on disputed facts" beyond the scope of the complaint.<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Future implications for AI development<o:p></o:p></h2>

The rejection of the claim without prejudice opens the door to future legal action, highlighting continued concerns in the fast-growing field of artificial intelligence. As Musk continues to develop his own AI enterprises, the industry will be watching to see how these disagreements and cooperation affect the future of AI innovation.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Agencies)<o:p></o:p>

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk filed a motion to dismiss his lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman on Tuesday, which had accused them of forsaking the startup's initial objective of building artificial intelligence for the sake of humanity rather than profit.

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk filed a motion to dismiss his lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman on Tuesday, which had accused them of forsaking the startup's initial objective of building artificial intelligence for the sake of humanity rather than profit. Musk withdraws legal action without prejudice According to a petition in the San Francisco Superior Court, Musk's attorneys requested that the California state court dismiss the action, which was filed in February, without citing a justification for the decision. On Wednesday, a Superior Court judge was slated to consider OpenAI's motion to dismiss the complaint. Musk's complaint was rejected without prejudice, which means he can file it again later. Long-standing dispute over OpenAI’s mission The lawsuit was the climax of Musk's long-standing resistance to OpenAI, a business he co-founded that has become a pioneer in generative AI thanks to significant funding from Microsoft. Musk, who started his artificial intelligence startup, xAI, in July, raised $6 billion in Series B fundraising in May, giving the company a post-money worth of $24 billion. Musk's lawsuit claimed that Altman and OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman first approached him about starting an open-source, non-profit corporation. The startup, founded in 2015, is currently focusing on profitable ventures. Allegations of breaching founding principles Musk alleged in the lawsuit that OpenAI "set the founding agreement aflame" when it released its most powerful language model, GPT-4, last year. He requested a judicial order requiring OpenAI to make its research and technology publicly available, as well as prohibiting the business from exploiting its assets, including GPT-4, for the financial benefit of Microsoft and other partners. OpenAI responded in a court filing that Musk's action was based on illogical assertions and was a ruse to pursue his own AI goals. "Seeing the remarkable technological advances OpenAI has achieved, Musk now wants that success for himself," OpenAI's attorneys stated. Musk reacted in an April filing, claiming that OpenAI was attempting to "advance arguments that are based on disputed facts" beyond the scope of the complaint. Future implications for AI development The rejection of the claim without prejudice opens the door to future legal action, highlighting continued concerns in the fast-growing field of artificial intelligence. As Musk continues to develop his own AI enterprises, the industry will be watching to see how these disagreements and cooperation affect the future of AI innovation. (With inputs from Agencies)

Elon Musk drops lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman

Billionaire Elon Musk announced plans to ban apple devices from his companies if apple integrates OpenAi's artificial intelligence software at the operating system level. Musk, who co-founded OpenAi but later parted ways with the company, labeled this integration a Security violation.

Apple devices face ban at Musk companies

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Introduction of 'Apple Intelligence' across apps<o:p></o:p></h2>

Apple Inc. announced its much anticipated AI strategy on Monday, offering "Apple Intelligence" technologies throughout its suite of products, including the voice assistant Siri, and integrating OpenAI's ChatGPT into its devices. The news came during a nearly two-hour presentation by Apple CEO Tim Cook and other top executives at the company's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC).<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Enhanced Siri capabilities<o:p></o:p></h2>

Siri has been greatly enhanced and is at the heart of Apple's AI agenda. The voice assistant will now function seamlessly with messages, emails, calendars, and third-party apps. Siri's new powers include writing emails and altering the tone of voice to fit the occasion. Apple intends to make Siri a more accessible and adaptable tool for users.<o:p></o:p>

"Apple Intelligence will indeed delight its users in small but meaningful ways," says Dipanjan Chatterjee, a Forrester analyst. "It brings Apple level with, but not head and shoulders above, where its peers are at."<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Privacy-centric approach<o:p></o:p></h2>

Apple, which is well-known for its strong focus on customer privacy, reiterated its commitment to data protection. Apple emphasises the importance of privacy, hence the integration of ChatGPT will require user consent before accessing the OpenAI service. The company also announced intentions to publish a comprehensive report describing how its AI features will protect client data.<o:p></o:p>

However, the collaboration with OpenAI has raised privacy worries, with Tesla CEO Elon Musk threatening to ban Apple products from his companies if the integration takes place at the OS level.<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Mixed reception from Wall Street<o:p></o:p></h2>

Despite the hype, Wall Street's reaction was unimpressive. Following the event, Apple's shares dropped by over 2 per cent. Analysts voiced fear that the new AI features would not significantly improve Apple's short-term financial performance.<o:p></o:p>

"In this early race, it appears that Alphabet, and especially Microsoft, are in better shape following their initial moves and thanks to their cloud assets," said Paolo Pescatore, analyst, and founder of PP Foresight.<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Prospects and technological integration<o:p></o:p></h2>

The new AI features will be included in the next iOS 18, which will be available on the latest iPhones beginning with the iPhone 15 Pro. To enable these capabilities, Apple intends to use a combination of on-device processing and cloud computing, leveraging its in-house chips in data centres for added security.<o:p></o:p>

Apple is also expanding the availability of its mixed-reality headset, Vision Pro, to eight more countries, including China and Japan. The headset's VisionOS 2 software will include machine learning upgrades and new gesture controls.<o:p></o:p>

Apple's cautious but inventive approach tries to gradually persuade its massive user base of the benefits of AI while distinguishing itself from the competition by its unwavering dedication to privacy.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Agencies)<o:p></o:p>

Introduction of 'Apple Intelligence' across apps Apple Inc. announced its much anticipated AI strategy on Monday, offering "Apple Intelligence" technologies throughout its suite of products, including the voice assistant Siri, and integrating OpenAI's ChatGPT into its devices.

Introduction of 'Apple Intelligence' across apps Apple Inc. announced its much anticipated AI strategy on Monday, offering "Apple Intelligence" technologies throughout its suite of products, including the voice assistant Siri, and integrating OpenAI's ChatGPT into its devices. The news came during a nearly two-hour presentation by Apple CEO Tim Cook and other top executives at the company's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). Enhanced Siri capabilities Siri has been greatly enhanced and is at the heart of Apple's AI agenda. The voice assistant will now function seamlessly with messages, emails, calendars, and third-party apps. Siri's new powers include writing emails and altering the tone of voice to fit the occasion. Apple intends to make Siri a more accessible and adaptable tool for users. "Apple Intelligence will indeed delight its users in small but meaningful ways," says Dipanjan Chatterjee, a Forrester analyst. "It brings Apple level with, but not head and shoulders above, where its peers are at." Privacy-centric approach Apple, which is well-known for its strong focus on customer privacy, reiterated its commitment to data protection. Apple emphasises the importance of privacy, hence the integration of ChatGPT will require user consent before accessing the OpenAI service. The company also announced intentions to publish a comprehensive report describing how its AI features will protect client data. However, the collaboration with OpenAI has raised privacy worries, with Tesla CEO Elon Musk threatening to ban Apple products from his companies if the integration takes place at the OS level. Mixed reception from Wall Street Despite the hype, Wall Street's reaction was unimpressive. Following the event, Apple's shares dropped by over 2 per cent. Analysts voiced fear that the new AI features would not significantly improve Apple's short-term financial performance. "In this early race, it appears that Alphabet, and especially Microsoft, are in better shape following their initial moves and thanks to their cloud assets," said Paolo Pescatore, analyst, and founder of PP Foresight. Prospects and technological integration The new AI features will be included in the next iOS 18, which will be available on the latest iPhones beginning with the iPhone 15 Pro. To enable these capabilities, Apple intends to use a combination of on-device processing and cloud computing, leveraging its in-house chips in data centres for added security. Apple is also expanding the availability of its mixed-reality headset, Vision Pro, to eight more countries, including China and Japan. The headset's VisionOS 2 software will include machine learning upgrades and new gesture controls. Apple's cautious but inventive approach tries to gradually persuade its massive user base of the benefits of AI while distinguishing itself from the competition by its unwavering dedication to privacy. (With inputs from Agencies)

Apple unveils AI strategy, integrates OpenAI's ChatGPT

Open AI has set up a safety and security committee which will be led by company board members including CEOs Sam Altman. The new committee will be responsible for making recommendations to the board on Safety and Security decisions. Watch in for more details!

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI forms safety & security committee

OpenAI's apparent homage to the movie "Her" featuring the voice likeness of Scarlett Johansson is fueling a backlash against artificial intelligence across Hollywood, executives told Reuters.

Johansson's accusation that the ChatGPT-maker copied her performance in the Spike Jonze-directed feature film, after failing to strike an agreement, rekindled the creative class’s anxiety about the existential threat posed by AI, even as Hollywood studios test new tools and mull alliances with OpenAI.

“This seemed to strike a real chord,” said one industry executive. “It kind of puts a human face on it … There’s a well-known tech company that did something to a person we know.”

OpenAI stunned the world in February with feature film-like quality videos generated by its text-to-video tool, Sora. Since then, Hollywood executives and agents have met the company multiple times to discuss potential creative partnerships and applications of the technology, according to agents and industry executives.

Johansson’s blasting of OpenAI for using a sultry voice she called “eerily similar” to her performance in its public demonstrations of the newest version of ChatGPT is antagonizing some entertainment executives, amid discussions to work more closely on projects, people with direct knowledge told Reuters.

“It sure doesn't set up a respectful collaboration between content creators and tech giants,” said one studio executive, calling OpenAI’s actions “hubris.”

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in a statement Monday that the voice "is not Scarlett Johansson's, and it was never intended to resemble hers. We cast the voice actor behind Sky’s voice before any outreach to Ms. Johansson."

The company, whose largest investor is Microsoft, did not reply to requests for comment on its relationship with Hollywood after the dispute.

Even before the latest conflict, agents and executives who spoke with Reuters on condition of anonymity have said for weeks they are concerned that OpenAI’s models appear to have been trained on copyrighted works, which the tech company deemed as a fair use because they are publicly available on the internet. That is seen as a major obstacle by some professional directors and filmmakers, who may be reluctant to use a tool built, without consent, on others’ work.&nbsp;&nbsp;

But technologists in the entertainment industry view Sora as a promising potential tool to augment the film- and TV-making process. They see near-term applications for the technology to accelerate the pace of digital effects.&nbsp;

Fox already uses OpenAI’s ChatGPT to recommend new TV shows and movies for viewers of its Tubi streaming service.

Although OpenAI has said it aims to protect copyrights - blocking the ability to generate videos featuring known characters like Superman or prominent actors like Jennifer Aniston -- there remain concerns about how it will safeguard lesser-known performers.

LOST VOICE

Johansson’s conflict with OpenAI opens a new front in the battle between the content industry and the AI leader. Johansson has grounds to argue OpenAI violated her right to publicity, which gives a person the right to control the commercial use of his or her name, image or likeness, according to John Yanchunis, a partner at law firm Morgan &amp; Morgan.

Singer Bette Midler used California law to reclaim her own voice in a case legal scholars point to as establishing a precedent. She successfully sued Ford's advertising agency, Young &amp; Rubicam, for hiring a former backup singer to imitate her rendition of “Do You Want to Dance?” in a car commercial after she rejected an offer to perform the song. The case, filed in 1987, rose to the Supreme Court, which upheld her right of publicity. Tom Waits won a similar suit in 1988 against Frito-Lay for a commercial featuring a performance imitating Waits’ gravelly singing style.

“In both of those cases, the sound-alikes were performing songs that the singers had made famous, so people were likely to assume that the artists were the ones singing and had endorsed the products,” said Mark Lemley, director of Stanford Program in Law, Science and Technology.

The Johansson case is less clear-cut than the earlier cases, though the effort to imitate Johansson’s voice from “Her,” together with Altman’s repeated efforts to hire her and a tweet by him referencing the film, make for “a pretty strong case for Johansson,” said Lemley.

Jeffrey Bennett, general counsel for the SAG-AFTRA performers union, which was instrumental in establishing the right of publicity in California and elsewhere around the country, has been pressing for a federal right for voice and likeness similar to the federal protections for a copyright.&nbsp;

“We're thrilled that there's now this huge dialogue about it,” Bennett said. “We've been trying to use the bullhorn and shout about it for quite awhile now … We've been talking about the proliferation of ‘deep fakes' and now it's going to start impacting everybody. Now, it really is a conversation. There must be a federal solution.”

OpenAI's apparent homage to the movie "Her" featuring the voice likeness of Scarlett Johansson is fueling a backlash against artificial intelligence across Hollywood, executives told Reuters.

OpenAI's apparent homage to the movie "Her" featuring the voice likeness of Scarlett Johansson is fueling a backlash against artificial intelligence across Hollywood, executives told Reuters. Johansson's accusation that the ChatGPT-maker copied her performance in the Spike Jonze-directed feature film, after failing to strike an agreement, rekindled the creative class’s anxiety about the existential threat posed by AI, even as Hollywood studios test new tools and mull alliances with OpenAI. “This seemed to strike a real chord,” said one industry executive. “It kind of puts a human face on it … There’s a well-known tech company that did something to a person we know.” OpenAI stunned the world in February with feature film-like quality videos generated by its text-to-video tool, Sora. Since then, Hollywood executives and agents have met the company multiple times to discuss potential creative partnerships and applications of the technology, according to agents and industry executives. Johansson’s blasting of OpenAI for using a sultry voice she called “eerily similar” to her performance in its public demonstrations of the newest version of ChatGPT is antagonizing some entertainment executives, amid discussions to work more closely on projects, people with direct knowledge told Reuters. “It sure doesn't set up a respectful collaboration between content creators and tech giants,” said one studio executive, calling OpenAI’s actions “hubris.” OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in a statement Monday that the voice "is not Scarlett Johansson's, and it was never intended to resemble hers. We cast the voice actor behind Sky’s voice before any outreach to Ms. Johansson." The company, whose largest investor is Microsoft, did not reply to requests for comment on its relationship with Hollywood after the dispute. Even before the latest conflict, agents and executives who spoke with Reuters on condition of anonymity have said for weeks they are concerned that OpenAI’s models appear to have been trained on copyrighted works, which the tech company deemed as a fair use because they are publicly available on the internet. That is seen as a major obstacle by some professional directors and filmmakers, who may be reluctant to use a tool built, without consent, on others’ work. But technologists in the entertainment industry view Sora as a promising potential tool to augment the film- and TV-making process. They see near-term applications for the technology to accelerate the pace of digital effects. Fox already uses OpenAI’s ChatGPT to recommend new TV shows and movies for viewers of its Tubi streaming service. Although OpenAI has said it aims to protect copyrights - blocking the ability to generate videos featuring known characters like Superman or prominent actors like Jennifer Aniston -- there remain concerns about how it will safeguard lesser-known performers. LOST VOICE Johansson’s conflict with OpenAI opens a new front in the battle between the content industry and the AI leader. Johansson has grounds to argue OpenAI violated her right to publicity, which gives a person the right to control the commercial use of his or her name, image or likeness, according to John Yanchunis, a partner at law firm Morgan & Morgan. Singer Bette Midler used California law to reclaim her own voice in a case legal scholars point to as establishing a precedent. She successfully sued Ford's advertising agency, Young & Rubicam, for hiring a former backup singer to imitate her rendition of “Do You Want to Dance?” in a car commercial after she rejected an offer to perform the song. The case, filed in 1987, rose to the Supreme Court, which upheld her right of publicity. Tom Waits won a similar suit in 1988 against Frito-Lay for a commercial featuring a performance imitating Waits’ gravelly singing style. “In both of those cases, the sound-alikes were performing songs that the singers had made famous, so people were likely to assume that the artists were the ones singing and had endorsed the products,” said Mark Lemley, director of Stanford Program in Law, Science and Technology. The Johansson case is less clear-cut than the earlier cases, though the effort to imitate Johansson’s voice from “Her,” together with Altman’s repeated efforts to hire her and a tweet by him referencing the film, make for “a pretty strong case for Johansson,” said Lemley. Jeffrey Bennett, general counsel for the SAG-AFTRA performers union, which was instrumental in establishing the right of publicity in California and elsewhere around the country, has been pressing for a federal right for voice and likeness similar to the federal protections for a copyright. “We're thrilled that there's now this huge dialogue about it,” Bennett said. “We've been trying to use the bullhorn and shout about it for quite awhile now … We've been talking about the proliferation of ‘deep fakes' and now it's going to start impacting everybody. Now, it really is a conversation. There must be a federal solution.”

Scarlett Johansson's OpenAI feud rekindles Hollywood fear of artificial intelligence

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research lab run by Sam Altman, revealed on Wednesday that it has reached a significant agreement with media conglomerate News Corp. This arrangement gives OpenAI access to content from numerous notable News Corp outlets, expanding the data available for training its AI models, including the commonly used chatbot, ChatGPT.

The agreement comes after OpenAI, which is sponsored by Microsoft, recently agreed to license content from the Financial Times. Such access to massive amounts of high-quality data is critical for the construction and refining of AI models, which rely on a variety of trustworthy information sources.

News Corp, the parent firm of major news outlets including the Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch, and the Times, stands to benefit greatly from this collaboration. Historically, news publishers have struggled to receive a fair portion of the earnings earned by internet firms that distribute their material. This agreement might be a watershed moment, delivering a lucrative revenue stream for the collaborating media firms.

While OpenAI declined to disclose financial details, the Wall Street Journal, a News Corp subsidiary, said that the deal might be worth more than $250 million over five years. The conditions also state that content will not be made available on ChatGPT immediately after publishing, giving News Corp an advantage over its distribution channels.

This collaboration expands on OpenAI's prior content partnerships, which include a recent agreement with the&nbsp;social media platform Reddit. OpenAI intends to strengthen the capabilities of ChatGPT, which has been at the vanguard of the AI revolution since its inception in 2022, by gaining access to current and archival content from a variety of reliable sources.

The announcement of this purchase boosted News Corp's market performance, with shares increasing almost 4 per cent in after-hours trading.

(With inputs from Reuters)

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research lab run by Sam Altman, revealed on Wednesday that it has reached a significant agreement with media conglomerate News Corp.

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research lab run by Sam Altman, revealed on Wednesday that it has reached a significant agreement with media conglomerate News Corp. This arrangement gives OpenAI access to content from numerous notable News Corp outlets, expanding the data available for training its AI models, including the commonly used chatbot, ChatGPT. The agreement comes after OpenAI, which is sponsored by Microsoft, recently agreed to license content from the Financial Times. Such access to massive amounts of high-quality data is critical for the construction and refining of AI models, which rely on a variety of trustworthy information sources. News Corp, the parent firm of major news outlets including the Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch, and the Times, stands to benefit greatly from this collaboration. Historically, news publishers have struggled to receive a fair portion of the earnings earned by internet firms that distribute their material. This agreement might be a watershed moment, delivering a lucrative revenue stream for the collaborating media firms. While OpenAI declined to disclose financial details, the Wall Street Journal, a News Corp subsidiary, said that the deal might be worth more than $250 million over five years. The conditions also state that content will not be made available on ChatGPT immediately after publishing, giving News Corp an advantage over its distribution channels. This collaboration expands on OpenAI's prior content partnerships, which include a recent agreement with the social media platform Reddit. OpenAI intends to strengthen the capabilities of ChatGPT, which has been at the vanguard of the AI revolution since its inception in 2022, by gaining access to current and archival content from a variety of reliable sources. The announcement of this purchase boosted News Corp's market performance, with shares increasing almost 4 per cent in after-hours trading. (With inputs from Reuters)

OpenAI secures major content deal with News Corp

Microsoft Corp on Monday, introduced a new category of personal computers with artificial intelligence (AI) characteristics to compete with Alphabet Inc. and Apple Inc.

At a Redmond campus event, CEO Satya Nadella unveiled "Copilot+" PCs, a collaborative effort with manufacturers including Acer Inc. and Asustek Computer Inc. The new AI-powered laptops, which start at $1,000, will be available from June 18.

These novel machines can do AI tasks without the need for cloud data centres. This capacity enables features such as "Recall," which logs user activities, from web browsing to voice chats, and saves it locally for convenient retrieval. Furthermore, the Copilot voice assistant serves as a real-time virtual coach, as exemplified by its use in the computer game "Minecraft."

Yusuf Mehdi, Microsoft's chief of consumer marketing, predicted that 50 million AI PCs would be purchased over the following year. He stated that the possibility of running quicker AI helpers directly on a PC would be "the most compelling reason to upgrade your PC in a long time." According to Gartner, global PC shipments declined by about 15 per cent last year to 242 million units, implying that Microsoft expects its new AI PCs to account for roughly one-fifth of overall sales.

"People simply need to be convinced that the device experience alone justifies this entirely new category of Copilot+ machines," said Ben Bajarin, an analyst at Creative Strategies.

The "Copilot+" marketing initiative is like Intel Corp's 2011 "Ultrabook" campaign, which attempted to undercut Apple's MacBook Air with tiny, powerful Windows laptops. Microsoft also revealed that GPT-4o, the most recent AI technology from OpenAI, will soon be integrated into Copilot.

Along with Copilot+, Microsoft introduced a new generation of Surface Pro tablets and Surface Laptops that use Qualcomm Inc. CPUs based on Arm Holdings architecture. The launch of Prism technology will provide software interoperability across Intel, AMD, and Arm processors.

Microsoft machines outperformed Apple Goods in photo editing tasks using Adobe software, according to demonstrations at the event. Apple has already announced an AI-focused CPU, which is expected to be utilised in future laptops.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chips, known for their neural processing units that enhance AI applications, are critical to Microsoft's AI market leadership strategy. The product rollout comes ahead of Microsoft's annual developer conference, emphasising the company's dedication to preserving its AI advantage through its cooperation with OpenAI.

Microsoft's early adoption of AI technology puts it ahead of Alphabet in the battle to commercialise AI solutions. Last week, OpenAI and Alphabet's Google presented competing AI technologies that provide real-time, interactive voice answers, a critical requirement for AI voice assistants.

Apple's decision to bespoke Arm-based semiconductors has increased competition in the Windows PC market, which was formerly dominated by Intel processors. These CPUs have given Macs longer battery life and improved performance. Microsoft, in collaboration with Qualcomm since 2016, has led efforts to move Windows to Arm architecture, with Qualcomm's exclusivity expiring this year, opening the door to rival chip designers such as Nvidia Corp.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Microsoft Corp on Monday, introduced a new category of personal computers with artificial intelligence (AI) characteristics to compete with Alphabet Inc. and Apple Inc.

Microsoft Corp on Monday, introduced a new category of personal computers with artificial intelligence (AI) characteristics to compete with Alphabet Inc. and Apple Inc. At a Redmond campus event, CEO Satya Nadella unveiled "Copilot+" PCs, a collaborative effort with manufacturers including Acer Inc. and Asustek Computer Inc. The new AI-powered laptops, which start at $1,000, will be available from June 18. These novel machines can do AI tasks without the need for cloud data centres. This capacity enables features such as "Recall," which logs user activities, from web browsing to voice chats, and saves it locally for convenient retrieval. Furthermore, the Copilot voice assistant serves as a real-time virtual coach, as exemplified by its use in the computer game "Minecraft." Yusuf Mehdi, Microsoft's chief of consumer marketing, predicted that 50 million AI PCs would be purchased over the following year. He stated that the possibility of running quicker AI helpers directly on a PC would be "the most compelling reason to upgrade your PC in a long time." According to Gartner, global PC shipments declined by about 15 per cent last year to 242 million units, implying that Microsoft expects its new AI PCs to account for roughly one-fifth of overall sales. "People simply need to be convinced that the device experience alone justifies this entirely new category of Copilot+ machines," said Ben Bajarin, an analyst at Creative Strategies. The "Copilot+" marketing initiative is like Intel Corp's 2011 "Ultrabook" campaign, which attempted to undercut Apple's MacBook Air with tiny, powerful Windows laptops. Microsoft also revealed that GPT-4o, the most recent AI technology from OpenAI, will soon be integrated into Copilot. Along with Copilot+, Microsoft introduced a new generation of Surface Pro tablets and Surface Laptops that use Qualcomm Inc. CPUs based on Arm Holdings architecture. The launch of Prism technology will provide software interoperability across Intel, AMD, and Arm processors. Microsoft machines outperformed Apple Goods in photo editing tasks using Adobe software, according to demonstrations at the event. Apple has already announced an AI-focused CPU, which is expected to be utilised in future laptops. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chips, known for their neural processing units that enhance AI applications, are critical to Microsoft's AI market leadership strategy. The product rollout comes ahead of Microsoft's annual developer conference, emphasising the company's dedication to preserving its AI advantage through its cooperation with OpenAI. Microsoft's early adoption of AI technology puts it ahead of Alphabet in the battle to commercialise AI solutions. Last week, OpenAI and Alphabet's Google presented competing AI technologies that provide real-time, interactive voice answers, a critical requirement for AI voice assistants. Apple's decision to bespoke Arm-based semiconductors has increased competition in the Windows PC market, which was formerly dominated by Intel processors. These CPUs have given Macs longer battery life and improved performance. Microsoft, in collaboration with Qualcomm since 2016, has led efforts to move Windows to Arm architecture, with Qualcomm's exclusivity expiring this year, opening the door to rival chip designers such as Nvidia Corp. (With inputs from Reuters)

Microsoft unveils AI-enhanced 'Copilot+' PCs amid big tech rivalry

A consortium of US newspapers, led by the New York Daily News and Chicago Tribune, has filed a lawsuit against tech giants Microsoft and OpenAI. <o:p></o:p>

According to Reuters, the lawsuit, filed in a New York federal court, alleges that the companies have unlawfully utilised the journalistic work of reporters to train their generative artificial intelligence systems.<o:p></o:p>

The eight newspapers involved, all under the ownership of investment firm Alden Global Capital's MediaNews Group, claim that Microsoft and OpenAI have copied millions of their articles without consent. <o:p></o:p>

These articles were allegedly used to train AI products, including Microsoft's Copilot and OpenAI's ChatGPT.<o:p></o:p>

This legal action comes amidst similar ongoing lawsuits against both Microsoft and OpenAI, initiated by notable news outlets such as The New York Times, The Intercept, Raw Story, and AlterNet. <o:p></o:p>

Notably, OpenAI, which has received heavy financial backing from Microsoft, is facing mounting pressure over its AI training practices.<o:p></o:p>

According to Steven Lieberman, a lawyer representing the MediaNews publications, OpenAI owes much of its success to the intellectual property of others. <o:p></o:p>

Lieberman criticised the defendants for using copyrighted content without proper authorisation or compensation. <o:p></o:p>

He highlighted that while these companies readily invest in hardware and human resources, they seem to overlook the importance of respecting intellectual property rights.<o:p></o:p>

The lawsuit outlines that Microsoft and OpenAI's AI systems replicate the newspapers' copyrighted content verbatim when prompted. <o:p></o:p>

Additionally, it alleges that ChatGPT fabricates articles falsely attributed to the newspapers, potentially damaging their reputations. <o:p></o:p>

For instance, fabricated articles include a misleading Denver Post piece endorsing smoking as an asthma remedy and a fictitious Chicago Tribune recommendation for an infant lounger that had been linked to child fatalities.<o:p></o:p>

Beyond the New York Daily News and Chicago Tribune, the plaintiffs include prominent newspapers like the Orlando Sentinel, South Florida Sun-Sentinel, San Jose Mercury News, Orange County Register, and Twin Cities Pioneer Press. <o:p></o:p>

Seeking both monetary compensation and an injunction against further infringement, the newspapers aim to address what they perceive as a fundamental violation of their intellectual property rights.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Reuters)<o:p></o:p>

A consortium of US newspapers, led by the New York Daily News and Chicago Tribune, has filed a lawsuit against tech giants Microsoft and OpenAI. According to Reuters, the lawsuit, filed in a New York federal court, alleges that the companies have unlawfully utilised the journalistic work of reporters to train their generative artificial intelligence systems.

A consortium of US newspapers, led by the New York Daily News and Chicago Tribune, has filed a lawsuit against tech giants Microsoft and OpenAI. According to Reuters, the lawsuit, filed in a New York federal court, alleges that the companies have unlawfully utilised the journalistic work of reporters to train their generative artificial intelligence systems. The eight newspapers involved, all under the ownership of investment firm Alden Global Capital's MediaNews Group, claim that Microsoft and OpenAI have copied millions of their articles without consent. These articles were allegedly used to train AI products, including Microsoft's Copilot and OpenAI's ChatGPT. This legal action comes amidst similar ongoing lawsuits against both Microsoft and OpenAI, initiated by notable news outlets such as The New York Times, The Intercept, Raw Story, and AlterNet. Notably, OpenAI, which has received heavy financial backing from Microsoft, is facing mounting pressure over its AI training practices. According to Steven Lieberman, a lawyer representing the MediaNews publications, OpenAI owes much of its success to the intellectual property of others. Lieberman criticised the defendants for using copyrighted content without proper authorisation or compensation. He highlighted that while these companies readily invest in hardware and human resources, they seem to overlook the importance of respecting intellectual property rights. The lawsuit outlines that Microsoft and OpenAI's AI systems replicate the newspapers' copyrighted content verbatim when prompted. Additionally, it alleges that ChatGPT fabricates articles falsely attributed to the newspapers, potentially damaging their reputations. For instance, fabricated articles include a misleading Denver Post piece endorsing smoking as an asthma remedy and a fictitious Chicago Tribune recommendation for an infant lounger that had been linked to child fatalities. Beyond the New York Daily News and Chicago Tribune, the plaintiffs include prominent newspapers like the Orlando Sentinel, South Florida Sun-Sentinel, San Jose Mercury News, Orange County Register, and Twin Cities Pioneer Press. Seeking both monetary compensation and an injunction against further infringement, the newspapers aim to address what they perceive as a fundamental violation of their intellectual property rights. (With inputs from Reuters)

US newspapers sue OpenAI, Microsoft for copyright infringement in AI training

Chatgpt developer OpenAI has hired its first employee in India. The appointment comes at a time when the Indian government is expected to shape regulations on artificial intelligence. Sources said Microsoft backed-company has recruited Pragya Misra to lead public policy affairs and partnerships in India.

OpenAI eyes India: Pragya Misra to lead public policy & partnerships: Report

OpenAI transcribed more than a million hours of YouTube videos to train its AI model called GPT-4, a report has claimed. OpenAI transcribed more than a million hours of YouTube videos to train its AI model called GPT-4, a report has claimed.

OpenAI accused of using one million hours of YouTube videos to train AI models

OpenAI has restructured the governance of its venture capital fund, as revealed in a filing with the US Securities and exchange commission. The change, documented on march 29th, sees a shift away from Sam Altman's control of the fund.

Sam Altman looses control of OpenAI startup fund

Billionaire Elon Musk, who owns xAI, announced on Tuesday (Mar 26)&nbsp;that his company's AI chatbot, Grok, will be accessible to all premium X users starting later this week.

This development arrives amid a growing competition between Musk and his former venture, OpenAI. Musk has recently taken legal action against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, alleging a deviation from the startup's initial objective of creating AI for the betterment of humanity.

Following the lawsuit, OpenAI and its primary product, ChatGPT, have notably drawn criticism from Musk, who has labelled the San Francisco-based startup as "closed AI". Additionally, Musk's xAI has opted to follow in the footsteps of Meta and Mistral by releasing Grok AI as open source under the Apache 2.0 license.

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<h2>What exactly is Grok and how can it be used?</h2>

Musk introduced Grok AI in November of the previous year as a substitute for well-known chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini (previously known as Bard). Inspired by Douglas Adams' science fiction novel, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, this chatbot was designed to respond to inquiries with a touch of humour and a hint of "rebelliousness". Up to this point, Grok has been accessible solely through an X Premium+ subscription, priced at ₹1,300 ($15.60) per month or ₹13,600 ($164) annually.

Users will now have the opportunity to engage with the Grok AI even with an X Premium subscription, which is priced at ₹650 ($7.8) per month or ₹6,800 ($81.58) per year. However, Musk has not yet confirmed whether or when all X users will have access to Grok AI similar to how they can access ChatGPT version 3.5.

As reported by TechCrunch, Musk's choice to extend Grok access to all premium subscribers may be a strategic move by the billionaire to enhance X's subscriber numbers amidst reports of decreasing usage.

Referring to data from Sensor Tower, the report stated that X usage in the US had declined by 18 per cent&nbsp;year-on-year in February, with a further drop of 23 per cent since Musk assumed control of the company.

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Furthermore, Musk's conflicts with advertisers have caused 75 of the top 100 US advertisers on X to stop spending any money on ads on the platform.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Billionaire Elon Musk, who owns xAI, announced on Tuesday (Mar 26) that his company's AI chatbot, Grok, will be accessible to all premium X users starting later this week.

Billionaire Elon Musk, who owns xAI, announced on Tuesday (Mar 26) that his company's AI chatbot, Grok, will be accessible to all premium X users starting later this week. This development arrives amid a growing competition between Musk and his former venture, OpenAI. Musk has recently taken legal action against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, alleging a deviation from the startup's initial objective of creating AI for the betterment of humanity. Following the lawsuit, OpenAI and its primary product, ChatGPT, have notably drawn criticism from Musk, who has labelled the San Francisco-based startup as "closed AI". Additionally, Musk's xAI has opted to follow in the footsteps of Meta and Mistral by releasing Grok AI as open source under the Apache 2.0 license. Also read | Elon Musk says US needs a ‘red wave’ to save it. What does it mean? What exactly is Grok and how can it be used? Musk introduced Grok AI in November of the previous year as a substitute for well-known chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini (previously known as Bard). Inspired by Douglas Adams' science fiction novel, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, this chatbot was designed to respond to inquiries with a touch of humour and a hint of "rebelliousness". Up to this point, Grok has been accessible solely through an X Premium+ subscription, priced at ₹1,300 ($15.60) per month or ₹13,600 ($164) annually. Users will now have the opportunity to engage with the Grok AI even with an X Premium subscription, which is priced at ₹650 ($7.8) per month or ₹6,800 ($81.58) per year. However, Musk has not yet confirmed whether or when all X users will have access to Grok AI similar to how they can access ChatGPT version 3.5. As reported by TechCrunch, Musk's choice to extend Grok access to all premium subscribers may be a strategic move by the billionaire to enhance X's subscriber numbers amidst reports of decreasing usage. Referring to data from Sensor Tower, the report stated that X usage in the US had declined by 18 per cent year-on-year in February, with a further drop of 23 per cent since Musk assumed control of the company. Also watch | SpaceX deepens ties with US Military Furthermore, Musk's conflicts with advertisers have caused 75 of the top 100 US advertisers on X to stop spending any money on ads on the platform. (With inputs from agencies)

Elon Musk's Grok AI set to roll out for all X premium users this week

The chat GPT maker has said that Musk wanted a merger with Tesla, the co-founders have also dismissed Musk's claims that OpenAI moved away from its original goals. Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has sued ChatGPT-maker OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman. Musk argues that the company has abandoned its original mission to develop artificial intelligence for the benefit of humanity.

OpenAI denies Elon Musk's claims of moving away from original goal

Microsoft achieved a significant milestone on Wednesday as its stock market value crossed the $3 trillion mark for the first time, solidifying its position as the world's second most valuable company, trailing closely behind Apple.<o:p></o:p>

This is based on a Reuters report.<o:p></o:p>

The ongoing tug-of-war between Microsoft and Apple for the top spot in market capitalisation has been a highlight since the beginning of the year. Microsoft briefly claimed the lead earlier in January, and now, with shares hitting a record high of $405.63, the company's market cap reached $2.99 trillion.<o:p></o:p>

Microsoft's ascent is attributed, in part, to its strategic investment in OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT. This investment positions Microsoft as a frontrunner in the competitive landscape of generative artificial intelligence (AI). The company is in fierce competition with other tech giants such as Google owner Alphabet, Amazon.com, Oracle, and Meta Platforms. <o:p></o:p>

Leveraging OpenAI's technology, Microsoft has introduced newer versions of its flagship productivity software and Bing search engine, enhancing its competitive edge against Google's dominant search offering.<o:p></o:p>

On the other hand, Apple faces challenges as demand for its iPhones slows, particularly in China. The company is responding with rare discounts in an effort to boost sales in the face of tough competition from local rivals like Huawei Technologies. <o:p></o:p>

Reuters cited Stifel analyst Brad Reback, who highlighted Microsoft's advantage, stating, "I think it's AI optimism for Microsoft," noting that Apple lacks a "clear AI story" and faces concerns about iPhone sales growth rates and penetration. Apple's shares closed down 0.35 per cent at $194.50, maintaining its $3 trillion market value.<o:p></o:p>

Analysts, optimistic about Microsoft's future, have set a median price target of $425 for the stock. This target reflects a positive trend, having risen from $415 a month ago. The average recommendation from the 54 analysts covering Microsoft is "buy," according to LSEG data. <o:p></o:p>

Microsoft's shares gained nearly 57 per cent in 2023, and the momentum continues with a 7 per cent increase this year. In contrast, Apple's stock, which rose by 48 per cent last year, has seen a more modest uptick of about 1 per cent year-to-date.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Reuters)<o:p></o:p>

Microsoft achieved a significant milestone on Wednesday as its stock market value crossed the $3 trillion mark for the first time, solidifying its position as the world's second most valuable company, trailing closely behind Apple.

Microsoft achieved a significant milestone on Wednesday as its stock market value crossed the $3 trillion mark for the first time, solidifying its position as the world's second most valuable company, trailing closely behind Apple. This is based on a Reuters report. The ongoing tug-of-war between Microsoft and Apple for the top spot in market capitalisation has been a highlight since the beginning of the year. Microsoft briefly claimed the lead earlier in January, and now, with shares hitting a record high of $405.63, the company's market cap reached $2.99 trillion. Microsoft's ascent is attributed, in part, to its strategic investment in OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT. This investment positions Microsoft as a frontrunner in the competitive landscape of generative artificial intelligence (AI). The company is in fierce competition with other tech giants such as Google owner Alphabet, Amazon.com, Oracle, and Meta Platforms. Leveraging OpenAI's technology, Microsoft has introduced newer versions of its flagship productivity software and Bing search engine, enhancing its competitive edge against Google's dominant search offering. On the other hand, Apple faces challenges as demand for its iPhones slows, particularly in China. The company is responding with rare discounts in an effort to boost sales in the face of tough competition from local rivals like Huawei Technologies. Reuters cited Stifel analyst Brad Reback, who highlighted Microsoft's advantage, stating, "I think it's AI optimism for Microsoft," noting that Apple lacks a "clear AI story" and faces concerns about iPhone sales growth rates and penetration. Apple's shares closed down 0.35 per cent at $194.50, maintaining its $3 trillion market value. Analysts, optimistic about Microsoft's future, have set a median price target of $425 for the stock. This target reflects a positive trend, having risen from $415 a month ago. The average recommendation from the 54 analysts covering Microsoft is "buy," according to LSEG data. Microsoft's shares gained nearly 57 per cent in 2023, and the momentum continues with a 7 per cent increase this year. In contrast, Apple's stock, which rose by 48 per cent last year, has seen a more modest uptick of about 1 per cent year-to-date. (With inputs from Reuters)

Microsoft surpasses $3 trillion market value, nearing Apple's pinnacle

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Thursday (Jan 4) said that he felt that the Muslim and Arab communities have been uncomfortable in sharing their experiences recently in the tech industry while referring to the impact of the ongoing war in Gaza.

"Muslim and arab (especially Palestinian) colleagues in the tech community I've spoken with feel uncomfortable speaking about their recent experiences, often out of fear of retaliation and damaged career prospects," wrote Altman, on social media network X. The head of the Microsoft-backed ChatGPT appealed to the tech industry to treat with empathy the members of those communities.&nbsp;

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Taking to X, a user asked Altman his views regarding the experiences of the Jewish community.

Responding to the user, Altman said, "I am Jewish. I believe that antisemitism is a significant and growing problem in the world, and I see a lot of people in our industry sticking up for me, which I deeply appreciate. I see much less of that for Muslims."

<h2>Sharp increase in Islamophobia and antisemitism in US:&nbsp;rights advocates</h2>

Meanwhile, rights advocates noted that Islamophobia and antisemitism have seen a sharp increase in the United States and elsewhere since the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, in which 1,200 people were killed, as per Israel's tally.&nbsp;

The subsequent attack by Israel on Gaza has killed more than 22,000 Palestinians - which is nearly 1 per cent of its 2.3 million population, as per Gaza's health ministry.

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Last month, the Council on American-Islamic Relations said that in the last&nbsp;two months, when the war started, incidents motivated by Islamophobia and bias against Arabs and Palestinians increased by 172 per cent in the United States, in comparison to the same period last year.&nbsp;

While the&nbsp;Anti-Defamation League, a&nbsp;Jewish non-governmental organisation, in December last year had&nbsp;said that between October 7 and December 7, there was a rise of 337 per cent in&nbsp;antisemitic incidents in the US.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Thursday (Jan 4) said that he felt that the Muslim and Arab communities have been uncomfortable in sharing their experiences recently in the tech industry while referring to the impact of the ongoing war in Gaza.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Thursday (Jan 4) said that he felt that the Muslim and Arab communities have been uncomfortable in sharing their experiences recently in the tech industry while referring to the impact of the ongoing war in Gaza. "Muslim and arab (especially Palestinian) colleagues in the tech community I've spoken with feel uncomfortable speaking about their recent experiences, often out of fear of retaliation and damaged career prospects," wrote Altman, on social media network X. The head of the Microsoft-backed ChatGPT appealed to the tech industry to treat with empathy the members of those communities. Also read: OpenAI, Microsoft sued by New York Times for use of its stories to train their chatbots Taking to X, a user asked Altman his views regarding the experiences of the Jewish community. Responding to the user, Altman said, "I am Jewish. I believe that antisemitism is a significant and growing problem in the world, and I see a lot of people in our industry sticking up for me, which I deeply appreciate. I see much less of that for Muslims." Sharp increase in Islamophobia and antisemitism in US: rights advocates Meanwhile, rights advocates noted that Islamophobia and antisemitism have seen a sharp increase in the United States and elsewhere since the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, in which 1,200 people were killed, as per Israel's tally. The subsequent attack by Israel on Gaza has killed more than 22,000 Palestinians - which is nearly 1 per cent of its 2.3 million population, as per Gaza's health ministry. Watch: Sam Altman to launch new AI firm? Last month, the Council on American-Islamic Relations said that in the last two months, when the war started, incidents motivated by Islamophobia and bias against Arabs and Palestinians increased by 172 per cent in the United States, in comparison to the same period last year. While the Anti-Defamation League, a Jewish non-governmental organisation, in December last year had said that between October 7 and December 7, there was a rise of 337 per cent in antisemitic incidents in the US. (With inputs from agencies)

OpenAI's Sam Altman claims Muslims fear retaliation for speaking up in tech world

Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc. has witnessed a staggering surge in market value, gaining an impressive $87 billion in just one day. <o:p></o:p>

This surge followed a compelling demonstration of Alphabet's Gemini large language model, a breakthrough in artificial intelligence (AI) that has drawn comparisons to OpenAI's ChatGPT. The demonstration underscored the pivotal role of a robust AI strategy in boosting investor confidence and shaping the future of technology.<o:p></o:p>

While Alphabet revels in its newfound market gains, it faces the challenge of translating its AI prowess into tangible sales growth, as reported by Bloomberg. <o:p></o:p>

Gene Munster, Managing Partner at Deepwater Asset Management, emphasised the integral role of AI in Alphabet's business model, particularly in enhancing Google's functionality and safeguarding its core search business.<o:p></o:p>

Throughout the year, Alphabet encountered hurdles, with concerns of lagging behind Microsoft Corp in the AI race. Microsoft's active integration of OpenAI's ChatGPT into its products, notably contributing to Azure's growth, posed a formidable competition. <o:p></o:p>

In contrast, Google Cloud's results appeared less stellar. However, Alphabet aims to regain its competitive edge with the recent introduction of Gemini Pro for businesses, enabling the development of applications using the advanced AI model. This strategic move has instilled confidence among investors, recognising Alphabet's substantial long-term investments and extensive data resources in AI.<o:p></o:p>

Acknowledging that Microsoft may experience slightly faster revenue growth in the coming years, Alphabet's stock trades at lower earnings, indicating untapped growth potential. <o:p></o:p>

Chris Mack, a global equity portfolio manager, observed that Microsoft's current advantage lies in superior communication and product execution. Nevertheless, Alphabet's strategic emphasis on AI, particularly with the launch of Gemini, signals a determined effort to secure and strengthen its position in the fiercely competitive technology sector.<o:p></o:p>

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Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc. has witnessed a staggering surge in market value, gaining an impressive $87 billion in just one day. This surge followed a compelling demonstration of Alphabet's Gemini large language model, a breakthrough in artificial intelligence (AI) that has drawn comparisons to OpenAI's ChatGPT.

Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc. has witnessed a staggering surge in market value, gaining an impressive $87 billion in just one day. This surge followed a compelling demonstration of Alphabet's Gemini large language model, a breakthrough in artificial intelligence (AI) that has drawn comparisons to OpenAI's ChatGPT. The demonstration underscored the pivotal role of a robust AI strategy in boosting investor confidence and shaping the future of technology. While Alphabet revels in its newfound market gains, it faces the challenge of translating its AI prowess into tangible sales growth, as reported by Bloomberg. Gene Munster, Managing Partner at Deepwater Asset Management, emphasised the integral role of AI in Alphabet's business model, particularly in enhancing Google's functionality and safeguarding its core search business. Throughout the year, Alphabet encountered hurdles, with concerns of lagging behind Microsoft Corp in the AI race. Microsoft's active integration of OpenAI's ChatGPT into its products, notably contributing to Azure's growth, posed a formidable competition. In contrast, Google Cloud's results appeared less stellar. However, Alphabet aims to regain its competitive edge with the recent introduction of Gemini Pro for businesses, enabling the development of applications using the advanced AI model. This strategic move has instilled confidence among investors, recognising Alphabet's substantial long-term investments and extensive data resources in AI. Acknowledging that Microsoft may experience slightly faster revenue growth in the coming years, Alphabet's stock trades at lower earnings, indicating untapped growth potential. Chris Mack, a global equity portfolio manager, observed that Microsoft's current advantage lies in superior communication and product execution. Nevertheless, Alphabet's strategic emphasis on AI, particularly with the launch of Gemini, signals a determined effort to secure and strengthen its position in the fiercely competitive technology sector. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Investors in OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, are considering suing&nbsp;the company's board following the removal of CEO Sam Altman, according to an exclusive Reuters report. The abrupt decision has triggered fears of significant financial losses among investors who have poured hundreds of millions into OpenAI, a prominent player in the generative AI sector.

The investors, alarmed by the looming possibility of a mass employee exodus, are collaborating with legal advisors to explore their options.

The potential collapse of OpenAI, a powerhouse in their investment portfolios, raises concerns about catastrophic financial repercussions.

Over 700 employees at OpenAI have threatened to resign unless the board is replaced, creating an unprecedented challenge for the company. Altman's dismissal, attributed to a breakdown in communications, has intensified the turmoil within the organisation, prompting investors to contemplate legal action.

OpenAI's unique governance structure, controlled by its non-profit parent company OpenAI Nonprofit, poses a challenge for venture capitalist investors.

Unlike typical arrangements where investors hold board seats or voting power, OpenAI's structure places more leverage in the hands of employees, leaving investors in a precarious position.

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<h2>New leadership challenges: Emmett Shear's role</h2>

Emmett Shear, former CEO of Twitch, has assumed the role of interim CEO at OpenAI.

Known for his success in building Twitch, Shear faces the daunting task of navigating through an employee revolt and potential legal battles.

However, his leadership history at Twitch, marked by controversies and challenges, adds a layer of complexity to his new role.

During Shear's tenure at Twitch, he transformed the platform into an entertainment giant, ultimately acquired by Amazon for $970 million.

Despite his technical expertise and success in building Twitch, Shear faced criticism for controversies, including coarse comments and scandals.

Also watch |&nbsp;OpenAI sacks Sam Altman after deliberative review process

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As he takes on the leadership of OpenAI, Shear must address ethical concerns surrounding artificial intelligence.

Twitch, under Shear's leadership, struggled with issues like misogyny, racism, and predatory behaviour, as per a Bloomberg report.

Shear has expressed his views on AI, stressing on the need for experimentation and progress while acknowledging the ethical considerations.&nbsp;

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Investors in OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, are considering suing the company's board following the removal of CEO Sam Altman, according to an exclusive Reuters report.

Investors in OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, are considering suing the company's board following the removal of CEO Sam Altman, according to an exclusive Reuters report. The abrupt decision has triggered fears of significant financial losses among investors who have poured hundreds of millions into OpenAI, a prominent player in the generative AI sector. The investors, alarmed by the looming possibility of a mass employee exodus, are collaborating with legal advisors to explore their options. The potential collapse of OpenAI, a powerhouse in their investment portfolios, raises concerns about catastrophic financial repercussions. Over 700 employees at OpenAI have threatened to resign unless the board is replaced, creating an unprecedented challenge for the company. Altman's dismissal, attributed to a breakdown in communications, has intensified the turmoil within the organisation, prompting investors to contemplate legal action. OpenAI's unique governance structure, controlled by its non-profit parent company OpenAI Nonprofit, poses a challenge for venture capitalist investors. Unlike typical arrangements where investors hold board seats or voting power, OpenAI's structure places more leverage in the hands of employees, leaving investors in a precarious position. Also read | Over 500 OpenAI staff threaten to quit unless board resigns and reinstates Sam Altman, Greg Brockman New leadership challenges: Emmett Shear's role Emmett Shear, former CEO of Twitch, has assumed the role of interim CEO at OpenAI. Known for his success in building Twitch, Shear faces the daunting task of navigating through an employee revolt and potential legal battles. However, his leadership history at Twitch, marked by controversies and challenges, adds a layer of complexity to his new role. During Shear's tenure at Twitch, he transformed the platform into an entertainment giant, ultimately acquired by Amazon for $970 million. Despite his technical expertise and success in building Twitch, Shear faced criticism for controversies, including coarse comments and scandals. Also watch | OpenAI sacks Sam Altman after deliberative review process As he takes on the leadership of OpenAI, Shear must address ethical concerns surrounding artificial intelligence. Twitch, under Shear's leadership, struggled with issues like misogyny, racism, and predatory behaviour, as per a Bloomberg report. Shear has expressed his views on AI, stressing on the need for experimentation and progress while acknowledging the ethical considerations. (With inputs from agencies)

OpenAI investors consider suing board after sudden firing of Sam Altman

Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has left the company, causing shockwaves in the tech world. The departure follows a review process by the board, which concluded that Altman was "not consistently candid in his communications with the board, hindering its ability to exercise its responsibilities"

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SoftBank is looking for deals in artificial intelligence, including a potential investment in OpenAI, after the blockbuster listing of its arm unit. The publication says that SoftBank's founder and chief executive, Masayoshi Son, is looking to invest tens of billions of dollars in AI

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OpenAI's ChatGPT, the wildly popular artificial intelligence chatbot launched in November 2022, saw monthly website visits decline for the third month in a row in August, though there are signs the decline is coming to an end, according to analytics firm Similarweb.

Worldwide desktop and mobile visits to the ChatGPT website decreased by 3.2 per cent to 1.43 billion in August, following approximately 10 per cent drop&nbsp;from each of the previous two months. The amount of time visitors spent on the website has also been declining monthly since March, from an average of 8.7 minutes on site to 7 minutes in August.

But August worldwide unique visitors ticked up to 180.5 million users from 180 million.

School coming back into session in September may help ChatGPT's traffic and usage, and some schools have begun to embrace it. US ChatGPT traffic in August rose slightly, in concert with American schools being back in session.

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"Students seeking homework help appears to be part of the story: the percentage of younger users of the website dropped over the summer and is now starting to bounce back," said David F. Carr of Similarweb, who regularly tracks ChatGPT and its competitors.

ChatGPT set off a frenzied use of generative AI in daily tasks from editing to coding and reached 100 million monthly active users in January, two months after its launch. Generative AI technology uses past data to create new content, for instance to write essays or poems.

Before Meta’s Threads launch, it was the fastest-growing consumer application ever, and is now one of the top 30 websites in the world.

A few ChatGPT competitors, including Google's (GOOGL.O) Bard chatbot, have been launched this year. Microsoft's search engine Bing also provides a chatbot powered by OpenAI for free.

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OpenAI also released the ChatGPT app on the iOS system in May, which could sap some traffic from its website. ​ChatGPT is free to use but also provides a premium subscription for $20 a month.

Besides ChatGPT, OpenAI makes money by selling access to its AI models for developers and enterprises directly and through a partnership with Microsoft, which invested over $10 billion into the company.

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OpenAI's ChatGPT, the wildly popular artificial intelligence chatbot launched in November 2022, saw monthly website visits decline for the third month in a row in August, though there are signs the decline is coming to an end, according to analytics firm Similarweb.

OpenAI's ChatGPT, the wildly popular artificial intelligence chatbot launched in November 2022, saw monthly website visits decline for the third month in a row in August, though there are signs the decline is coming to an end, according to analytics firm Similarweb. Worldwide desktop and mobile visits to the ChatGPT website decreased by 3.2 per cent to 1.43 billion in August, following approximately 10 per cent drop from each of the previous two months. The amount of time visitors spent on the website has also been declining monthly since March, from an average of 8.7 minutes on site to 7 minutes in August. But August worldwide unique visitors ticked up to 180.5 million users from 180 million. School coming back into session in September may help ChatGPT's traffic and usage, and some schools have begun to embrace it. US ChatGPT traffic in August rose slightly, in concert with American schools being back in session. Watch: Workers turn to ChatGPT: productivity tool or risky move? × "Students seeking homework help appears to be part of the story: the percentage of younger users of the website dropped over the summer and is now starting to bounce back," said David F. Carr of Similarweb, who regularly tracks ChatGPT and its competitors. ChatGPT set off a frenzied use of generative AI in daily tasks from editing to coding and reached 100 million monthly active users in January, two months after its launch. Generative AI technology uses past data to create new content, for instance to write essays or poems. Before Meta’s Threads launch, it was the fastest-growing consumer application ever, and is now one of the top 30 websites in the world. A few ChatGPT competitors, including Google's (GOOGL.O) Bard chatbot, have been launched this year. Microsoft's search engine Bing also provides a chatbot powered by OpenAI for free. Also read: OpenAI's ChatGPT blocked in Italy over alleged privacy violations OpenAI also released the ChatGPT app on the iOS system in May, which could sap some traffic from its website. ChatGPT is free to use but also provides a premium subscription for $20 a month. Besides ChatGPT, OpenAI makes money by selling access to its AI models for developers and enterprises directly and through a partnership with Microsoft, which invested over $10 billion into the company. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

ChatGPT losing hype already? Website traffic drops for third consecutive month

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