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Microsoft ditches OpenAI board observer seat - Times of India Microsoft has given up its board observer seat at OpenAI in a move aimed at easing US and UK antitrust regulators' concerns about the extent of its control over OpenAI. But the change was unlikely to resolve concerns by the US FTC, a source at the agency said. var _mfq = window._mfq || []; _mfq.push(); !(function(f, b, e, v, n, t, s) { function loadFBEvents(isFBCampaignActive) { if (!isFBCampaignActive) return; (function(f, b, e, v, n, t, s) { if (f.... Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dswUwU9U . . Like 💝 Comment below ⏬ Share ✅ For More Such Updates Follow Us @qnewshub @qnewscrunch . . #qnewshub #qnewscrunch #Business

Oof. Great summary of how OpenAI rattled the largest corporate giants and changed the tech landscape forever over the course of one short year. 😳 https://lnkd.in/gqNHh7si

GEMINI 2.0, IS REAL? Considering the impact of Gemini 2.0 in the real word like presented in that videos and considering the Occam Razor principle plus the very calm positive reaction of the market (remember that Google lost $150bln in one day after their unsatisfying conference and regained $50bln the day next but after all accusing a huge loss), considering all of these, which is your guess: 1. they staged the presentation (fraud) claiming results that they did not reached yet risking that their bluff will be discovered and their stock price would have fall down 2. purposely [1] presented the real capability of Gemini 2.0 in a way they could dismiss (plausible deniability) like a marketing presentation rather than a real product ready to be put on-line. If you choose the #2, then you have to accept that after the reactions received by governments and top lobbies, they decided to calm down the waters pretending that the videos were staged. If you choose the #1, then why the had published a blog page that shows how common people can repeat the experiment using static frames (images) to replicate and compare the results between Gemini 1.0 (running in bard) and Gemini 2.0? [1] https://shorturl.at/bknzT

📢 Exciting news in the world of AI and ML! According to The Verge, Sam Altman's potential move to Microsoft is not yet confirmed. Altman and co-founder Greg Brockman are open to returning to OpenAI if the remaining board members who fired Altman resign. Stay tuned for more updates! #AI #ML #OpenAI #Microsoft #News

Microsoft and Apple have abruptly dropped their board observer seats at OpenAI... ...as antitrust investigations mount across Europe and the US. The sudden departure raises concerns about the tech giants' involvement in the AI startup, which has sparked major competition worries. Despite claims of 'significant progress' from OpenAI's new leadership, Microsoft cited a lack of necessity for its role on the board. Meanwhile, Apple had been expected to take an observer seat but will not do so. As regulators scrutinize investments in generative AI startups, these moves suggest a growing unease among tech giants about their involvement in the space. From the Financial Times: - Microsoft, which has invested $13bn in the maker of the generative AI chatbot ChatGPT, said in a letter to OpenAI that its withdrawal from its board role would be "effective immediately". - Apple had also been expected to take an observer role on OpenAI's board as part of a deal to integrate ChatGPT into the iPhone maker's devices, but would not do so, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gjVd5mEg https://lnkd.in/guFE6WQp . . #antitrust #AI #tech #openai #microsoft #apple #genai #generativeai

🎉 Nova-2 is our latest speech-to-text model. It has *unbelievable* metrics and it's being released today into early access. To put the accuracy into perspective: — OpenAI's Whisper model has ~57% more errors — Google's best model has 110% more errors — Our closest competitors still have ~20% more errors This blog post goes into the details of how the new model performs relative to our stiffest competition by several important measures (accuracy, speed, cost, batch and real-time): https://lnkd.in/gr_2ephy It's still early access for now, you can request access here: https://lnkd.in/gP4XjJw6

Microsoft and Apple Exit OpenAI's Board Key Updates: - Microsoft and Apple give up observer seats on OpenAI's board - Decision comes amid increased regulatory scrutiny of OpenAI Key points: - Microsoft cites confidence in OpenAI's new board and direction - Apple reverses plans to join as board observer - Both companies maintain partnerships with OpenAI Regulatory concerns: - U.S. and EU antitrust regulators examining OpenAI's deals - Focus on Microsoft's $13 billion investment in OpenAI Impact: - OpenAI continues collaboration with both tech giants - Move may help address antitrust worries This development shows big tech adjusting to regulatory pressures in AI partnerships. https://lnkd.in/eGsARE2A

The recent statement by Microsoft’s CEO, reaffirming their commitment to their partnership with OpenAI, underscores a growing concern: the immense power wielded by BIG tech companies. While their advancements in AI and technology are impressive, it raises critical questions about the balance of power, control, and efficiency against the broader interests of people and the planet. These corporations, with their vast resources and influence, have the capacity to shape not just markets but also social norms and even governance structures, often prioritizing efficiency and control. This can lead to a scenario where technological progress trumps ethical considerations and the welfare of the global community. In this light, it is imperative to advocate for stronger regulatory frameworks and greater accountability. Ensuring that the pursuit of technological advancement does not overshadow the need for sustainability, ethical AI use, and the protection of individual rights must be a priority