GPT-4 Turbo is Now Live ~ Says OpenAI CEOš„
Plus: Talent war b/w OpenAI and Google, Runway is set to release new AI feature.
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š¢ GPT-4 Turbo is now live ~ says OpenAI CEO
āļøTalent tug-of-war between OpenAI and Google
šļø Runway is set to release new AI feature Motion Brush
š Knowledge Nugget: In Praise of Boring AI by
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GPT-4 Turbo is now live ~ says OpenAI CEO
In a recent tweet, OpenAIās CEO Sam Altman announced the release of GPT-4 Turbo, an improved version of GPT-4 with a larger context window and optimized performance. According to him, this upgraded version is a lot better than the previous models in terms of performance. Users have started sharing their experiences regarding the upgraded GPT-4 Turbo model.
Altman denied allegations of retaliation against Microsoft after the company restricted its employees from accessing OpenAI's AI tools. Microsoft later admitted it was a mistake and rectified the issue.Ā
Why does this matter?
GPT-4 Turbo showcases the rapid evolution of language models, with implications for research, development, and real-world applications. Competitors like Google and Anthropic might feel Competitors face heightened pressure.Ā Users also started sharing the good and bad for the scope of improvements in the comment section of tweet.
Talent tug-of-war b/w OpenAI and Google
OpenAI and Google are engaged in a high-stakes talent war as they compete to build superior AI technology. OpenAI is aggressively recruiting top AI researchers from Google, offering them significant stock packages based on the company's projected valuation growth. OpenAI recruiters pitch annual compensation packages of $5-10 million for senior researchers.Ā
Google, on the other hand, is unwilling to match these offers but has increased salaries for key employees. Both companies are also touting access to superior computing resources to attract researchers.Ā
Why does this matter?
This talent war reflects the intense competition in the AI industry. Aggressive recruitment tactics and lucrative compensation packages signal AI talent's critical role in shaping the future. This battle not only reflects the escalating value of top AI researchers but also highlights the strategic importance of having the best talent in their forces.
Runway is set to release a new AI feature, Motion Brush
Runway is set to release a new feature called "Motion Brush" that allows users to animate still photos with realistic movements. The tool will be available in Runway's Gen-2 interface.Ā
It will allow users to draw within a photo to highlight areas where they want movement. The AI then animates these areas, creating visually stunning results. Users can simply upload their images to Runwayās in-browser tools and let their creativity flow, transforming static pictures into dynamic animations effortlessly.Ā
Why does this matter?
What sets Motion Brush apart is its ability to generate temporally consistent videos from a static position, making it easier for users to create sophisticated animations. Runway aims to make animation accessible to a wider audience with this innovative tool.
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Knowledge Nugget: In Praise of Boring AI
The author
praises the boring aspects of AI, highlighting how it can automate repetitive and tedious tasks, making work more efficient and allowing humans to focus on more important things. They share personal examples of how they use AI to quickly complete tasks like creating financial models and finding images for presentations.Ā
Boredom at work is seen as a problem, and AI can help eliminate the unnecessary and repetitive work that leads to boredom. The author suggests that companies should make boring processes "AI friendly" and reward workers for using AI to streamline operations and make everyone happier.Ā
Why does this matter?
The author discusses using AI to quickly do tasks like creating financial models, leaving more time for important things. They suggest that companies should make processes "AI friendly" and reward employees for using AI to streamline operations, addressing the common problem of workplace boredom. it can make everyone happier and work more efficiently. So, it's not just about machines doing the dull work; it's about making work more enjoyable for people too.
What Else Is Happeningā
šµ Meta introducing new stereo models for MusicGen
These new stereo models can generate stereo output with no extra computational cost vs previous models. This work provides a simple and controllable solution for conditional music generation. (Link)
š Microsoft is expanding the use of AI in its search engine, Bing
The company is incorporating AI into more of its products and services, including the Meta chat platform. Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, stated that the company is redefining how people use the internet to search and create by introducing AI copilot features.Ā (Link)
š” Google is reportedly in talks to invest in AI startup Character.AI
The investment, potentially in the hundreds of millions of dollars, would help Character.AI train models and meet user demand. The company already uses Google's cloud services and Tensor Processing Units for training.Ā (Link)
š° OpenAI is seeking more financial backing from Microsoft
To build artificial general intelligence, according to CEO Sam Altman. OpenAI plans to raise funds to cover the high cost of training more sophisticated AI models. Altman expressed hope that Microsoft would continue to invest, as their partnership has been successful. (Link)
š¤ Mika, the world's first robot CEO
The AI-powered robot was appointed as the CEO of the Polish beverage company Dictador last year. Mika works tirelessly, operating 24/7 and making executive decisions for the company. Her responsibilities include identifying potential clients, selecting artists, and designing bottles. Despite her significant role, Mika will not terminate any employees as human executives will still make major decisions. (Link)
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