In a recent presidential election, two AI startups, xAI and Perplexity, attempted to provide accurate, real-time information to the public. While xAI failed miserably, Perplexity successfully offered helpful insights and maps, linking to reliable resources and providing historical context. This achievement sets Perplexity apart from other AI chatbots, such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which refused to…
OpenAI has acquired the domain name Chat.com, redirecting it to its AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT. The acquisition marks the latest move by the company to expand its digital presence. The domain name, which was previously owned by HubSpot co-founder Dharmesh Shah, was sold for $15.5 million last year. Forecast for 6 months: OpenAI is expected to…
A grueling election cycle has come to a close, with Donald Trump poised to become the 47th president of the U.S. The effects of this shift will be acutely felt in the AI industry, which has largely rallied against federal policymaking. Trump has repeatedly said he plans to dismantle Biden’s AI policy framework on ‘day…
Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has taken a sharp swing to the right by supporting President-elect Donald Trump. This unexpected move could have significant implications for Musk’s businesses, including Tesla, SpaceX, and X, as well as the future of government spending and space exploration. With Trump promising Musk a key role…
Elon Musk’s acquisition of X has led to a surge in false and misleading information on the platform, with the billionaire executive using it as a propaganda machine in support of Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. The Center for Countering Digital Hate found that Musk’s posts have been viewed over 2 billion times, with many of…
The tech industry is experiencing a significant wave of layoffs, with over 130,000 job cuts across 457 companies in 2024. Major players like Tesla, Amazon, Google, and Microsoft have all conducted sizable layoffs, while smaller startups have also seen significant cuts. The impact of AI and automation on jobs is a major concern, and the…
Researchers have discovered that artificially enhanced smiles can influence romantic feelings, raising questions about the ethical use of face-altering technology. A study found that when two people’s smiles were boosted, they reported higher levels of attraction. This has sparked concerns about the impact of digital transformations on social interactions. Forecast for 6 months: Expect a…
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Search has been released, but it still has a long way to go before it can replace Google. While it excels at answering long, written-out research questions, it struggles with short queries, which are the most common type of search. This means that ChatGPT Search and other AI products are not replacing Google…
Wiz, a cloud security startup, turned down a $23 billion offer from Alphabet, opting to pursue a $100 billion opportunity in the cloud security space. This decision has sparked interest in the tech world, with many speculating about the future of cloud security and AI. The news also highlights the growing importance of AI in…
The New York Times tech workers have gone on strike, demanding better wages and working conditions. In response, the CEO of AI search company Perplexity has offered to provide services to mitigate the effect of the strike. The move has sparked controversy, with many criticizing the CEO for acting as a scab. The strike will…
