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  • Get your daily fix of AI and tech news with OWITH.ai, the AI-generated podcast that delivers Only What’s Important To Hear!
    © 2023 OWITH.ai - Only What's Important to Hear around AI and Tech
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  • Tech and AI Updates: Folding iPhones, OpenAI Concerns, and Wiz CEO's IPO Decision

    Tech and AI Updates: Folding iPhones, OpenAI Concerns, and Wiz CEO's IPO Decision
    Jul 25 2024
    Good morning from OWITH.ai: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in AI and tech world. Apple is reportedly working on a folding iPhone, with a potential launch in 2026. The device is said to fold top-down like a flip-phone, aiming to address consumer demand in China and compete with brands like Samsung, Honor, and Xiaomi in the foldable phone market. Meanwhile, Apple is facing an investigation by the Spanish competition authority for allegedly imposing unfair trading conditions on developers who want to get apps into its app store. In other news, cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike experienced a software update crash, Alphabet invested $5 billion into Waymo, and the Kids Online Safety Act heads for a Senate vote.Shifting focus to OpenAI's future, concerns arise about their financial losses, lack of competitive advantage, and increasing competition from companies like MetaAI offering similar technology for free. Doubts linger about OpenAI's ability to thrive in this competitive landscape and raise more funds. Questions also loom over their unique technology, profitability, and long-term viability, suggesting challenges ahead similar to those faced by WeWork. Additionally, other AI companies, like Anthropoc, may face similar difficulties in the future.GM-owned Cruise initially introduced the Cruise Origin as a futuristic vehicle without steering wheels or pedals but recently announced an indefinite delay of its production. This shift aims to use the Chevy Bolt for self-driving efforts due to cost and regulatory challenges. Competitors like Waymo and Zoox continue to invest in robo-taxi vehicles without steering wheels. In the venture deals space, various companies across different industries secured significant funding rounds. In people news, Dell Technologies Capital hired Barrel Kfir as an investing partner and Techstars promoted Jonathan Geehan to CFO.Wiz CEO Assaf Rappaport turned down offers from Google parent Alphabet to acquire his cybersecurity startup, opting instead to pursue an IPO. This decision may have been influenced by concerns about antitrust regulations and the desire to maximize value as a public company. J.D. Vance's economic policies as a potential vice presidential nominee could lead to a tighter labor market and protectionism, impacting wages and inflation. Other news includes Elon Musk expressing concerns about the potential impact of a Trump win on Tesla, including the repeal of EV tax credits and tariffs on auto imports from Mexico. Tesla reported disappointing profits, causing shares to fall.

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    2 m
  • AI and Tech Updates: Llama 3.1, Google's Cookie Controversy, Iconiq Growth Transparency, and More!

    AI and Tech Updates: Llama 3.1, Google's Cookie Controversy, Iconiq Growth Transparency, and More!
    Jul 24 2024
    Good morning from OWITH.ai: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in AI and tech world.Meta has released a new model called Llama 3.1 with 405 billion parameters, surpassing OpenAI's GPT-4o in performance. Companies can use Llama 3.1 to create synthetic datasets, driving down costs and accelerating generative AI adoption. Despite risks, the potential benefits in innovation are significant. Various industry developments include new appointments and demands for AI safety information.Transitioning to Google, their plan to phase out third-party cookies in Chrome faced pushback and delays due to privacy concerns and regulatory issues. Eventually, Google announced it will continue to support third-party cookies, disappointing privacy advocates but pleasing the ad-tech industry.Iconiq Growth, a secretive venture fund in Silicon Valley, recently opened up after a decade of silence, managing the wealth of high-profile individuals. The firm's transparency shift aims to fill a competitive void in the market. In other news, several companies secured substantial funding rounds.Crowdstrike CEO George Kurtz faced a crisis after a software defect caused global disruptions. Wiz rejected Google's acquisition offer, and Iconiq Growth shared details about its founder network. The importance of succession planning for political parties is highlighted.Lastly, an article discusses the benefits of using perplexity as a powerful AI tool for research and information discovery, challenging readers to experience its advantages firsthand for a week.Thank you for tuning in to OWITH.ai: the podcast with all you need to know in AI and tech.

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  • Tech Giants, Political Shifts, and Healthcare Innovations: The Latest in AI and Tech from OWITH.ai

    Tech Giants, Political Shifts, and Healthcare Innovations: The Latest in AI and Tech from OWITH.ai
    Jul 23 2024
    Good morning from OWITH.ai: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in AI and tech world.Tech giants such as Facebook, Apple, Amazon, NVIDIA, Google, and Microsoft are transforming the landscape by making AI models 100 times smaller. OpenAI has rolled out GPT-4o mini, a more compact version of GPT-4o, known as the top small model globally. This shift towards smaller AI models aims to enhance optimization for previously underoptimized models, albeit sparking concerns about industry control and democratization. Moving on to politics, Kamala Harris, a key Democratic figure in the upcoming presidential elections, has deep ties to the tech sector. She supports regulating big tech firms on antitrust and privacy grounds but stops short of advocating for their breakup. Harris also backs AI regulation and online safety measures, balancing pro-consumer and pro-industry policies. Her endorsements from Silicon Valley heavyweights like Elon Musk and Marc Andreessen could influence tech-related issues in the election.In venture capital news, Lauri Moore has joined Bessemer Venture Partners as a partner focused on investing in early-stage dev tools, infrastructure, and data science. Moore's expertise in engineering building blocks for an AI-centric world underscores Bessemer's commitment to partnering with AI-focused founders. Noteworthy investments include Vitablue, After.com, and Heeler Security, signaling continued growth in the AI sector.Shifting gears to recent developments, President Joe Biden's decision not to seek re-election has significant implications for the tech industry. Tech leaders are split in their political support, with some backing Donald Trump while others align with the Democrats. CrowdStrike faced challenges due to a flawed update, underscoring the trade-offs of rapid response to cyber threats. Amazon's revised return-to-office policy and Santorini's tourism strains are also on the radar of tech leaders seeking policy decisions that foster innovation.Delving into cybersecurity concerns, vulnerabilities stemming from third-party developers' access to kernel and user space pose risks for computer systems. The recent incident involving a faulty update from CrowdStrike highlights the need to address vulnerabilities within computer systems effectively while maintaining innovation. Balancing security measures across different operating systems like Windows, Apple, and Linux is crucial for regulatory frameworks that support both security and competition.On the healthcare front, artificial intelligence is revolutionizing cancer detection with remarkable accuracy. AI tools like Unfold AI have demonstrated an 84% accuracy rate in identifying prostate cancer, surpassing physicians' 67% accuracy. These tools offer personalized treatment plans based on 3D cancer estimation maps derived from clinical data, potentially transforming cancer screening and early detection practices for improved patient outcomes. While AI presents promising opportunities in healthcare, it should complement clinical judgment rather than replace it.In conclusion, integrating AI into various sectors presents both challenges and opportunities that require careful consideration of regulatory frameworks and ethical implications for future technological advancements. Thank you for tuning in to OWITH.ai for the latest updates in AI and tech news.

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