Mira Murati, the former chief technology officer at OpenAI, is reportedly seeking funding from venture capitalists for her new AI startup, Reuters reports. Her company aims to develop AI products using proprietary models, although it remains uncertain whether Murati will take on the CEO role. Initial discussions suggest that the startup could raise over $100 …
OpenAI has launched a Windows desktop application for ChatGPT, enhancing its integration into daily workflows and productivity. This release follows a similar app for macOS and is currently available to select subscribers, VentureBeat reports. The app allows users to access ChatGPT easily via a keyboard shortcut, aiming to streamline user experience without the need for …
Microsoft and OpenAI are currently negotiating the future of their partnership. According to several US media reports, OpenAI is demanding more financial support and computing power from Microsoft. However, the technology company is reluctant to invest billions more. OpenAI expects to lose $5 billion this year and is looking for ways to cover its high …
Dane Stuckey, former CISO of Palantir, is joining OpenAI as its new CISO. According to Kyle Wiggers from TechCrunch, he will work alongside OpenAI’s head of security, Matt Knight. Stuckey announced the move on X/Twitter on Tuesday evening. He emphasized the importance of security for OpenAI’s mission. Stuckey started at Palantir in 2014 in information …
Microsoft’s Vice President of GenAI research, Sebastien Bubeck, is leaving the company to join OpenAI, according to Reuters. Bubeck will continue his work on developing Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) at the Microsoft-backed AI startup. His specific role at OpenAI remains unclear. Reuters also notes that most of Bubeck’s co-authors on a research paper about Microsoft’s …
OpenAI has unveiled “Swarm,” an experimental framework for networks of AI agents, according to VentureBeat. Swarm allows developers to create interconnected AI networks that can communicate and solve tasks autonomously. The framework has potential applications in automating various business functions, from market analysis to customer support. However, it also raises ethical concerns regarding security, bias, …
In an article for The Atlantic, David Karpf critiques Sam Altman’s optimistic views on AI, particularly following OpenAI’s recent funding announcement, which values the company at $157 billion despite its significant financial losses. Altman’s manifesto, “The Intelligence Age,” predicts transformative advancements through AI, including solving climate issues and achieving superintelligence. However, the author argues that …
OpenAI is restructuring as a public benefit corporation (PBC) to protect itself from hostile takeovers and ensure CEO Sam Altman’s autonomy. reports the Financial Times. This new model, also adopted by other AI companies like Anthropic and xAI, aims to balance shareholder interests with public benefits and stakeholder needs. The PBC structure could hinder potential …
OpenAI and publishing giant Hearst have entered into a partnership. The agreement allows OpenAI to integrate content from over 40 local newspapers and 20 magazine brands owned by Hearst into its products like ChatGPT. Well-known titles such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, and the Houston Chronicle are part of the deal. The content will be provided with …
OpenAI has secured a flexible credit line of $4 billion, which can be increased to $6 billion. This is reported by Hayden Field for CNBC. The additional funds provide the company, recently valued at $157 billion, with a total liquidity of over $10 billion. Several major banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Citi, and Goldman Sachs, participated …