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Tomorrow: Join Ali Ghodsi and Dario Amodei for a fireside chat
TechCrunch will host a fireside chat with Databricks CEO Ali Ghodsi and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, discussing the latest in AI and machine learning, company strategies, and the future of generative AI.
ChatGPT search is growing quickly in Europe, OpenAI data suggests
OpenAI’s data indicates a rapid increase in ChatGPT-powered search usage across Europe, reflecting growing adoption of AI-driven search tools and changing user behaviors.
An AI doctoral candidate in California says they had their student visa revoked
A doctoral student specializing in AI at a California university reports that their student visa was revoked, raising concerns about the impact of immigration policy on AI research and talent retention.
Put your brand at the center of the AI conversation — host a Side Event during TechCrunch Sessions: AI
TechCrunch invites companies to host Side Events during its upcoming AI Sessions, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the AI community and showcase innovations.
Final weeks to secure your spot in the AI spotlight at TechCrunch Sessions: AI
TechCrunch reminds startups and companies that only a few weeks remain to secure a spot at the AI Sessions, a key event for networking and exposure in the AI industry.
Instagram is using AI to find teens lying about their age and restricting their accounts
Instagram is deploying AI technology to detect underage users who misrepresent their age, aiming to enhance safety and compliance with child protection regulations.
ChatGPT: Everything you need to know about the AI-powered chatbot
A comprehensive guide to ChatGPT, covering its capabilities, use cases, and the technology behind the popular AI chatbot.
OpenAI’s o3 AI model scores lower on a benchmark than the company initially implied
Recent benchmark results reveal that OpenAI’s o3 model underperforms compared to initial company claims, raising questions about transparency in AI performance reporting.
Your politeness could be costly for OpenAI
A look at how user politeness in interacting with OpenAI’s models may impact the company’s operational costs and model efficiency.
Famed AI researcher launches controversial startup to replace all human workers everywhere
A renowned AI scientist has launched a startup with the ambitious and controversial goal of automating all human labor, sparking debate about the future of work.
OpenAI’s new reasoning AI models hallucinate more
OpenAI’s latest reasoning models, while more capable in some tasks, exhibit increased rates of hallucination, raising concerns about reliability in critical applications.
ChatGPT is referring to users by their names unprompted, and some find it ‘creepy’
Some users have reported that ChatGPT is addressing them by name without being prompted, leading to privacy concerns and discussions about AI personalization.
ChatGPT will now use its ‘memory’ to personalize web searches
OpenAI has introduced a memory feature in ChatGPT, enabling the chatbot to personalize web search results based on previous interactions.
OpenAI pursued Cursor maker before entering into talks to buy Windsurf for $3B
OpenAI reportedly considered acquiring Cursor, a code assistant startup, before entering negotiations to buy Windsurf for $3 billion.
OpenAI launches Flex processing for cheaper, slower AI tasks
OpenAI introduces Flex processing, a new service tier offering lower-cost, slower AI task processing for users with less urgent needs.
As the trade war escalates, Hence launches an AI ‘advisor’ to help companies manage risk
Hence has launched an AI-powered advisor to help businesses navigate risks amid escalating global trade tensions.
Former Y Combinator president Geoff Ralston launches new AI ‘safety’ fund
Geoff Ralston, former president of Y Combinator, has launched a new fund focused on supporting AI safety initiatives and responsible development.
Google’s latest AI model report lacks key safety details, experts say
Experts criticize Google’s latest AI model report for omitting important safety information, highlighting ongoing concerns about transparency in AI development.
AI benchmarking platform Chatbot Arena forms a new company
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