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New OpenAI model accelerates media generation by 50X
Breakthrough in AI-generated media speed: OpenAI researchers have developed a new model that dramatically accelerates the generation of AI-created multimedia, potentially revolutionizing real-time applications in the field. The innovation: A new type of continuous-time consistency model (sCM) has been introduced that can generate high-quality samples in just two steps, significantly faster than traditional diffusion models. The model, developed by OpenAI researchers Cheng Lu and Yang Song, increases the speed of multimedia generation by 50 times compared to traditional diffusion models. Images can now be generated in nearly a tenth of a second, compared to more than 5 seconds for regular...
read Nov 8, 2024OpenAI has won a legal battle against publishers, but the war will continue
OpenAI secures legal victory in copyright case: A judge has dismissed a lawsuit against OpenAI brought by independent publishers Alternet and Raw Story, marking a significant development in the ongoing legal battles between AI companies and content creators. The case, filed in the US Southern District of New York, focused on alleged violations of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) by OpenAI. Judge Colleen McMahon ruled that the publishers lacked legal standing to bring the claim, citing insufficient proof that ChatGPT was trained on their material or that such training caused harm. This dismissal represents a major setback for the...
read Nov 8, 2024OpenAI wins data scraping lawsuit against Raw Story in NY court
AI copyright lawsuit dismissed: A federal court in New York has dismissed a copyright infringement lawsuit against OpenAI, brought by alternative news outlets Raw Story and AlterNet. The plaintiffs alleged that OpenAI violated copyright laws by using their articles to train ChatGPT and other AI models without preserving copyright management information (CMI). The case centered on Section 1202(b) of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), which protects CMI such as author names and titles. Judge Colleen McMahon granted OpenAI's motion to dismiss, citing lack of standing as the plaintiffs couldn't demonstrate concrete injury from OpenAI's actions. Key legal considerations: The...
read Nov 7, 2024OpenAI just dropped $15M on the chat.com domain
OpenAI's bold move: OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has reportedly acquired the domain chat.com for over $15 million, signaling a potential shift in branding strategy for its AI chatbot. CEO Sam Altman cryptically announced the acquisition on social media platform X, simply posting "chat.com" without further context. The new domain joins chatgpt.com and ai.com in OpenAI's portfolio of URLs directing users to their popular AI chatbot. While the exact purchase price remains undisclosed, the previous owner, HubSpot founder Dharmesh Shah, confirmed selling it for "more than he paid for it," which was $15.5 million a year ago. Strategic implications: The...
read Nov 4, 2024OpenAI hires Meta’s ex-AR glasses hardware chief
OpenAI strengthens hardware expertise: OpenAI has made a significant addition to its team by hiring Caitlin Kalinowski, the former head of AR glasses hardware at Meta, to lead its robotics and consumer hardware initiatives. Kalinowski announced her new role at OpenAI through a LinkedIn post, signaling the AI company's growing interest in hardware development. Prior to her tenure at Meta, Kalinowski worked as a hardware product design engineer at Apple, bringing a wealth of experience from two tech giants to OpenAI. This hire aligns with OpenAI's recent collaboration with Jony Ive, the renowned former Apple designer, on an AI hardware...
read Nov 4, 2024OpenAI’s latest AI model ‘o1’ just got leaked
OpenAI's o1 model: A breakthrough in AI reasoning: OpenAI's upcoming o1 model, a significant advancement in AI technology, was unexpectedly leaked, revealing capabilities that surpass initial expectations. The full version of o1, set for release later this year, was briefly accessible due to a URL parameter change, allowing users a glimpse of its enhanced features. This model represents a departure from traditional GPT-style models, focusing on improved reasoning capabilities and problem-solving skills. Key features of the leaked o1 model: The leaked version demonstrated impressive abilities in image analysis and complex problem-solving, showcasing the model's potential impact on various AI applications....
read Nov 3, 2024OpenAI’s new benchmark SimpleQA reveals even the best models still struggle with accuracy
AI models struggle with accuracy: OpenAI's latest research reveals significant shortcomings in the ability of even advanced AI models to provide correct answers consistently. OpenAI introduced a new benchmark called "SimpleQA" to measure the accuracy of AI model outputs. The company's cutting-edge o1-preview model scored only 42.7% on the SimpleQA benchmark, indicating a higher likelihood of providing incorrect answers than correct ones. Competing models, like Anthropic's Claude-3.5-sonnet, performed even worse, scoring just 28.9% on the benchmark. Overconfidence and hallucinations: The study highlights concerning trends in AI model behavior that could have far-reaching implications. OpenAI found that its models tend to...
read Nov 1, 2024OpenAI leaders tackle tough questions in Reddit AMA
OpenAI leadership engages with public in Reddit AMA: OpenAI's top executives, including CEO Sam Altman, participated in an "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) session on Reddit, addressing various questions about artificial intelligence and the company's future plans. The AMA covered a range of topics, including OpenAI's upcoming models, the potential for autonomous agents, and the company's vision for AI's future. Sam Altman, OpenAI's CEO, made a notable statement during the session, referring to AI as "the transcendent future," highlighting the company's ambitious outlook on the technology's potential. Key questions addressed: The AMA touched on several intriguing topics that are of significant...
read Nov 1, 2024Google gave Gemini access to search just hours before OpenAI launched GPT Search
AI-powered search enters a new era: Google and OpenAI have launched competing AI-enhanced search capabilities, signaling a significant shift in how information may be accessed and processed online. Google's developer-focused approach: Google has integrated its search capabilities with its Gemini AI platform, targeting developers building AI applications. The new feature, called "Grounding with Google Search," allows developers to supplement their AI applications with fresh search data, complete with citations and sources. The service costs $35 per 1,000 queries, reflecting the substantial computing requirements for real-time AI search. Google's system uses a "dynamic retrieval" mechanism that automatically determines when to tap...
read Oct 30, 2024OpenAI enhances Realtime API with new voices and lower prices
OpenAI expands Realtime API capabilities: OpenAI has introduced significant updates to its Realtime API, enhancing its speech-to-speech functionality and reducing costs for developers. The update includes five new voices for speech-to-speech applications, with names like Ash, Verse, and Ballad, the latter having a British accent. These new voices are described as more expressive and steerable compared to previous versions. The native speech-to-speech feature boasts low latency and nuanced output, potentially revolutionizing the development of voice assistants. Cost reduction through prompt caching: OpenAI has implemented a pricing strategy that significantly lowers the cost of using the Realtime API. Cached text inputs...
read Oct 30, 2024OpenAI is reportedly partnering with Broadcom on its first custom AI chip
OpenAI's strategic move into custom silicon: OpenAI is reportedly partnering with Broadcom to develop its first custom AI chip, potentially set for production by 2026, as part of a broader strategy to reduce the costs associated with running AI-powered applications. The development of a custom AI chip marks a significant step for OpenAI in its efforts to optimize performance and reduce expenses for its AI models and applications. This move comes as OpenAI experiences a surge in developers utilizing its platform, with three million developers worldwide currently using its API. The custom chip is expected to focus on running AI...
read Oct 30, 2024How OpenAI’s growing influence has shaped AI policy on Capitol Hill
AI policy landscape: A new power player emerges: Sam Altman, co-founder and CEO of OpenAI, has positioned himself as a key influencer in shaping artificial intelligence policy, surpassing the traditional tech giants and even presidential candidates in terms of impact. OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has rapidly become a formidable force in Washington D.C., leveraging a strategic approach to lobbying and policy engagement. Altman's rise to prominence in AI policy circles marks a significant shift in the tech industry's relationship with policymakers, moving away from the reactive stance often adopted by social media companies in the past. The company's proactive...
read Oct 29, 2024OpenAI may make its own AI hardware by 2026
OpenAI's hardware strategy shift: OpenAI is reportedly exploring new avenues to power its AI systems, including the use of AMD chips and the development of custom silicon, as the company seeks to optimize its infrastructure and manage costs. Reuters reports that OpenAI is incorporating AMD chips into its Microsoft Azure setup, diversifying its hardware portfolio beyond Nvidia processors. The move comes as AMD's data center business has doubled in a single year, with its MI300 chips introduced last year playing a significant role in this growth. Custom chip development: OpenAI is reportedly working on developing its own custom silicon to...
read Oct 28, 2024Microsoft gears up for OpenAI’s new model amid partnership tension
OpenAI's next frontier: Microsoft is gearing up to host OpenAI's upcoming model, Orion, amid reports of growing tension between the two AI powerhouses. Orion, OpenAI's next-generation AI model, is slated for release by the end of the year, according to exclusive information. Microsoft engineers have been actively preparing to host the Orion model in recent weeks, despite being kept in the dark about specific details to maintain secrecy. The tech giant has declined to comment on the matter, further fueling speculation about the nature of the preparations and the model itself. Behind the scenes: The preparations for Orion's launch are...
read Oct 28, 2024OpenAI CFO reveals 75% of revenue from consumer subscriptions
OpenAI's consumer-driven revenue model: OpenAI, the prominent artificial intelligence startup, derives approximately 75% of its revenue from consumer subscriptions, according to Chief Financial Officer Sarah Friar. In a recent Bloomberg TV interview, Friar revealed that the majority of OpenAI's business comes from individual users paying for its products, such as the ChatGPT chatbot. The company's paid consumer plan for ChatGPT starts at $20 per month, indicating a significant user base willing to pay for advanced AI capabilities. This revenue breakdown highlights OpenAI's success in monetizing its consumer-facing products, even as it competes in the corporate AI market. User conversion and...
read Oct 28, 2024OpenAI denies GPT-5 Orion rumors as ‘fake news’
Breaking news in AI: OpenAI CEO disputes claims of imminent GPT-5 release: Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has publicly refuted a recent report suggesting the company plans to launch a new AI model, potentially GPT-5, by the end of this year. The disputed report: The Verge published an article claiming that OpenAI is preparing to release a new AI model codenamed "Orion" as early as December 2024. The report suggested that Orion would initially be made available to select companies for product and feature development. It also claimed that Microsoft engineers were already preparing to host Orion on Azure as...
read Oct 28, 2024Google, OpenAI to unveil next-gen AI models very soon
AI race intensifies with imminent model releases: Google and OpenAI are gearing up for a competitive December, with both companies planning to unveil their latest AI models. Google is set to announce its next major Gemini 2.0 model in December, according to sources familiar with the plan. OpenAI is also eyeing a December debut for its next flagship AI model, as reported by Kylie Robison and Tom Warren. The timing of these releases indicates a continued pattern of the two companies attempting to outdo each other in the AI space. Broader competitive landscape: The AI race extends beyond just Google...
read Oct 26, 2024OpenAI will reportedly release a new AI model called Orion in December
A new frontier in AI: OpenAI is preparing to launch its next major AI model, codenamed Orion, by December 2024, marking a significant milestone in the company's journey towards more advanced artificial intelligence. The release of Orion is expected to coincide with the two-year anniversary of ChatGPT, OpenAI's groundbreaking language model that sparked widespread interest in generative AI. Unlike previous releases, Orion will not be immediately available through ChatGPT, instead being granted first to OpenAI's close corporate partners for product and feature development. Microsoft, OpenAI's primary partner for AI model deployment, is reportedly preparing to host Orion on its Azure...
read Oct 25, 2024OpenAI whistleblower speaks out on company’s data scraping policies
Whistleblower exposes OpenAI's controversial data practices: A former OpenAI researcher has come forward with allegations of copyright infringement and concerns about the company's business model, potentially disrupting the internet landscape. The whistleblower's background and claims: Suchir Balaji, a 25-year-old who worked at OpenAI for four years, left the company due to ethical concerns regarding its AI training practices. Balaji argues that OpenAI's mass scraping of online material for AI model training no longer qualifies as fair use due to the heavy commercialization of products like ChatGPT. He contends that OpenAI's current approach threatens the livelihoods and profit models of individuals...
read Oct 23, 2024Why TED crowd was left stunned by OpenAI scientist’s recent AI talk
OpenAI's paradigm shift in AI development: OpenAI research scientist Noam Brown unveiled a groundbreaking approach to artificial intelligence at the TED AI conference in San Francisco, focusing on the company's new o1 model and its potential to revolutionize strategic reasoning, coding, and scientific research. Brown, known for his work on AI systems like Libratus and CICERO, presented a vision of AI as a core engine of innovation and decision-making across various sectors. He emphasized the need for AI to move beyond mere data processing and into "system two thinking," a slower, more deliberate form of reasoning that mirrors human problem-solving...
read Oct 18, 2024Microsoft and OpenAI consider the value of $14B in for-profit switch
Valuation challenge for AI giants: Microsoft and OpenAI are grappling with the complex task of determining how Microsoft's substantial $14 billion investment will translate into equity as OpenAI transitions to a for-profit structure. Microsoft's investment in OpenAI, totaling $14 billion, is set to be converted into equity as the AI startup moves towards becoming a for-profit entity. The transition to a for-profit structure must occur within a two-year timeframe, or recent investors in OpenAI's $6.6 billion funding round will have the right to reclaim their investments. To navigate this intricate valuation process, both companies have enlisted the expertise of major...
read Oct 18, 2024ChatGPT Canvas adds tracked changes feature
ChatGPT Canvas update enhances editing capabilities: OpenAI has introduced a new feature to ChatGPT's Canvas that allows users to track changes made to generated text and code, improving the editing experience for subscribers. Key features of the update: A "show changes" button has been added to Canvas, highlighting additions in green and deletions in red This feature applies to both text and code generated by GPT-4 The update addresses user requests for a track changes function since Canvas launched in early October Canvas functionality and availability: Canvas allows users to edit ChatGPT's responses directly within the app The feature includes...
read Oct 18, 2024The ChatGPT Windows app has arrived — here’s how to access it
ChatGPT expands to Windows platform: OpenAI has launched a beta version of its ChatGPT app for Windows, expanding its reach beyond web browsers and mobile devices. The Windows app release comes five months after the macOS version debuted, signaling OpenAI's commitment to providing platform-specific experiences. The new app closely resembles the web interface, ensuring a familiar experience for existing users while offering desktop-specific features. Accessibility and availability: The ChatGPT Windows app is currently restricted to paying customers, with plans to potentially expand access in the future. Users on Teams, Plus, or Enterprise plans, paying at least $20 per month, can...
read Oct 16, 2024OpenAI’s conversion to a for-profit entity would raise big questions about its future
OpenAI's Nonprofit Dilemma: OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, faces potential challenges stemming from its nonprofit origins as its valuation has skyrocketed to $157 billion, prompting considerations of a corporate restructure. OpenAI's current structure consists of a nonprofit organization overseeing for-profit subsidiaries, with a mission to develop artificial intelligence for the benefit of humanity. CEO Sam Altman has confirmed that the company is exploring the possibility of restructuring, potentially transitioning to a public benefit corporation. If the nonprofit loses control of its subsidiaries, it may be required to pay for assets that originally belonged to the nonprofit entity. Key Considerations for...
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