New York Times | December 4, 2023 10:33 IST | Newsguard Elon Musk and Larry Page, two influential figures in the tech world, found themselves on opposing sides of a heated debate over the risks and potential of artificial intelligence (AI). The clash, which occurred during Musk’s 44th birthday celebration in 2015, marked the beginning of a complex narrative involving ego, fear, and the pursuit of wealth and power in the AI landscape. Musk’s birthday party, held at a California wine country resort, was a seemingly idyllic setting, with family…
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ChatGPT Celebrates 1st Anniversary: A Look at Pathbreaking Features, Controversies, and More
New Delhi | Updated: December 4, 2023 14:15 IST ChatGPT, the groundbreaking AI chatbot developed by OpenAI, is marking its first anniversary since its official launch on November 30, 2022. As the fastest application to cross 100 million users, ChatGPT has transformed the landscape of artificial intelligence, leaving an indelible mark on how we interact with and perceive AI technologies. Unveiling ChatGPT ChatGPT, short for Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer, is a generative AI designed to generate content rather than merely analyze or act on existing data. Developed on OpenAI’s proprietary…
Read MoreEx-Google Employee Fears AI Tools Like ChatGPT Will Be Used to Create Deadly Diseases Like Coronavirus
In a world increasingly driven by technological advancements, the concerns surrounding the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) have taken center stage. Former Google executive Mustafa Suleyman has sounded a dire warning, expressing fears that AI tools, such as ChatGPT, could be exploited to engineer destructive pandemics. Suleyman’s apprehensions underscore the urgent need for stringent regulations governing AI technology. His concerns are shared by several prominent figures within the tech industry, who are calling for measured and controlled progress in the field of AI. The Power and Peril of AI Mustafa…
Read MoreTesla’s Indian Ambitions: Emulating Apple’s Local Partnership Approach Amid Strained India-China Ties
As Tesla looks to expand its global footprint and tap into the growing Indian electric vehicle (EV) market, it faces a unique challenge due to the ongoing strain in India-China relations. Tesla founder Elon Musk aims to set up a factory in India to produce affordable electric cars for the local market and exports. However, to keep costs in check and ensure a steady supply chain, Tesla may need to collaborate with Chinese suppliers. In response to this proposal, Indian officials have suggested that the company follow in the footsteps…
Read MoreTwitter to Introduce “Articles” Feature Enabling Lengthy and Multimedia-Rich Posts
Twitter is set to expand its horizons beyond its microblogging roots with the introduction of a new feature called “Articles,” as confirmed by the company’s owner, Elon Musk, in a tweet. This feature will allow users to publish lengthy and intricate posts with mixed media, akin to publishing a book on the platform. Currently, Twitter Blue subscribers enjoy the privilege of posting tweets with up to 10,000 characters, a significant increase from the standard 280-character limit for non-Blue users. With the forthcoming “Articles” feature, users will have even more space…
Read MoreThreads: The Fastest Growing App Faces User Attention Challenges
Threads, the app launched by Meta, the company behind Twitter, has experienced a sudden drop in user engagement, failing to hold people’s attention. Despite a staggering 150 million downloads within just 10 days of its release, reports indicate that users have migrated away from the app, finding it less interesting. Daily usage has plummeted by nearly 50 percent, with users now spending only 10 minutes per day compared to the previous 20 minutes. According to data from Sensor Tower and Similarweb, Threads’ daily active users have dropped by approximately 20…
Read MoreElon Musk’s xAI: Pioneering a New Frontier in AI Research
Elon Musk, the visionary entrepreneur behind Tesla, SpaceX, and Twitter, has once again made headlines with the launch of his latest endeavor, xAI. Musk’s new artificial intelligence (AI) company is set to challenge existing AI technologies and delve into uncharted territories to gain a deeper understanding of the universe. Musk’s decision to launch xAI stems from his concerns about what he perceives as OpenAI’s “woke” ideology. With xAI, Musk aims to pioneer a new frontier in AI research, unfettered by what he considers to be ideological biases. His primary goal…
Read MoreThreads: Instagram’s Alternative for Twitter Users Seeking a Different Experience
If you’re a Twitter user who has recently ventured into Instagram’s new Threads platform, you might find the experience a bit jarring. While Threads shares some similarities with Twitter, it also distinguishes itself in many ways. Notably, it seems to have significantly less news and political discourse compared to its rival. According to Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, this deliberate choice reflects Meta’s intention behind Threads. In a conversation with The Verge journalist Alex Heath, Mosseri clarified that Threads isn’t aiming to replace Twitter. Instead, its goal is to…
Read MoreMeta Unveils Threads: The Text-Based Conversation App Challenging Twitter
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has introduced Threads, a microblogging platform aimed at revolutionizing text-based conversations. Positioned as a direct competitor to Twitter, Threads offers users a fresh alternative in the midst of evolving social media dynamics. With Twitter undergoing significant changes under Elon Musk’s ownership, users have increasingly sought alternatives like Bluesky and Mastodon. Threads, available for download in over 100 countries, presents a free, text-centric social messaging app that enables users to share short messages, engage with others, and explore various multimedia formats. Meta’s Threads app is now…
Read MoreTesla lays off 200 employees who helped train company’s
In a fresh round of layoffs, Tesla has parted ways with 200 more employees who were working on the company’s Autopilot driver-assistant system. Additionally, Tesla has shut down its San Mateo, California, office. One of the suspected causes of the recent layoffs is cost-cutting. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, recently disclosed that the business will lay off up to 10% of its workers in the upcoming three months. One of the employees from the group of workers who were laid off reportedly told the news organization about the layoff. He said…
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