Episodes
Published 07/28/23
Meta Platforms is focusing on enhancing user retention for its new app, Threads, after losing over half its users post-launch. CEO Mark Zuckerberg sees this as normal and plans to boost engagement by adding features and integrating with Instagram. Despite the drop-off, Meta remains optimistic about the future of Threads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/ai-update. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
Published 07/28/23
Today, we spotlight Worldcoin, a fascinating new digital currency project co-founded by Sam Altman, Chief Executive Officer of OpenAI. Worldcoin made a splash on its inaugural trading day, surging to impressive highs and indicating the anticipation around the blend of artificial intelligence and digital currencies. Worldcoin's central premise is quite unique – it employs a device called an "orb" to scan individuals' eyes, creating a distinct digital identity, known as World ID. This project...
Published 07/24/23
Tesla, Inc. is an American multinational automotive and clean energy company headquartered in Austin, Texas. Tesla designs and manufactures electric vehicles, stationary battery energy storage devices from home to grid-scale, solar panels and solar roof tiles, and related products and services.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/ai-update. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 07/21/23
In this episode, we discuss Elon Musk's latest AI ventures, including his new company xAI. We'll talk about Musk's vision for AI, his concerns about the potential risks of AI, and what his plans are for xAI. We'll also explore the implications of Musk's AI ambitions for the future of business and society. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/ai-update. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 07/17/23
Elon Musk announced his new AI company, xAI, which aims to understand the true nature of the universe. The company's team of experts will focus on research and development of AI technology that can help solve complex scientific and math questions. The implications of xAI for the future of artificial intelligence and humanity are still unknown, but the potential benefits are vast. This podcast episode discusses the mission of xAI, its goals, and the potential impact it could have on the...
Published 07/17/23
Episode Summary In this episode, we discussed the potential of nuclear microreactors to help solve the world's energy challenges. We talked about what nuclear microreactors are, how they work, and why they are seen as a promising solution for the global energy market. We also interviewed Jacob DeWitte, the CEO of Oklo, a company that is developing nuclear microreactors. DeWitte talked about Oklo's technology, its plans to go public, and the potential impact of nuclear microreactors on the...
Published 07/14/23
Welcome to the AI Update podcast, where we unravel the latest happenings in the world of artificial intelligence. This week's episode spotlights an emerging, contentious legal battle. Three high-profile figures - comedian Sarah Silverman, and authors Christopher Golden and Richard Kadrey, have filed lawsuits against OpenAI and Meta. The plaintiffs accuse both companies of copyright infringement, alleging their respective AI models were trained on illicit datasets containing their copyrighted...
Published 07/10/23
In the tech-laden era we live in, artificial intelligence has grown to be more than just a powerful tool – it's an unstoppable phenomenon that's leaving its imprint on every facet of our lives. Yet, amid the riveting tales of AI-fueled possibilities, an unsettling new trend is emerging in the digital landscape. A recent report by NewsGuard, a company tracking misinformation, reveals a growing battalion of AI-generated content farms, exploiting the web's automated advertising model for profit,...
Published 07/03/23
When it comes to legal battles, presenting solid, fact-checked arguments is a must. However, the Avianca Airlines lawsuit saw an unprecedented twist: the involvement of OpenAI's popular chatbot, ChatGPT, and the nightmare it unleashed when it 'hallucinated' - inventing non-existent cases and arguments in the court filings. The Case that Struck Chaos The saga began as an ordinary personal injury lawsuit. Roberto Mata and his attorney, Peter LoDuca, accused Avianca of causing Mata personal...
Published 06/23/23
It was a crisp day in Paris, the city of light turned the stage for an electric revolution as Tesla CEO Elon Musk took the floor at the VivaTech conference. He stood against the backdrop of digital innovation and an audience eager for his next revelation. With a familiar air of optimism, Musk once again pushed the narrative of Tesla's imminent breakthrough into the realm of autonomy. "Although I've said this before, I think we will solve autonomy soon," Musk declared, words echoing around the...
Published 06/17/23