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Critics accuse OpenAI of prioritizing profits over ethics as it moves from non-profit to for-profit.

Also, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman predicts superintelligence within a few thousand days…it’s closer than you think!

Plus, Zuckerberg unveils the world’s first ever true augmented reality glasses.

Oh yeah, and police are using AI to write crime reports…what could go wrong?

So, grab your beverage of choice.

Here’s your weekly dose of AI news.

Today’s newsletter includes:

• 📰 AI NEWS RECAP

• 🤿 AI DEEP DIVE

• 🛠️ AI TOOL OF THE WEEK

• ⚙️ GPT OF THE WEEK

• 🎓 AI COURSES OF THE WEEK

• 📝 AI PROMPT OF THE WEEK

• 🎨 AI IMAGE OF THE WEEK

📰 AI NEWS RECAP

OpenAI Just Sold You Out💸

The AI powerhouse behind ChatGPT is ditching its non-profit roots.

Why is this a big deal?

🔄 From Non-Profit to For-Profit

OpenAI was founded in 2015 as a non-profit with the following mission:

☑️ Develop safe AI that benefits all humanity

☑️ Openly share research to democratize AI access

☑️ Prevent AI from being controlled by a few powerful companies

But now, it's going full for-profit to raise billions to continue competing with the likes of Google and Microsoft.

🤑 Altman's Massive Payday

As part of the switch, CEO Sam Altman could receive a 7% stake worth $10 billion at OpenAI's current valuation of $150 billion.

However, OpenAI's unique "capped profit" model, introduced in 2019, limits investor returns to 100x their investment.

Any excess profits would flow to a non-profit entity, potentially funding initiatives like Universal Basic Income (UBI) in a post-AGI world.

That’s potentially money for YOU that could be used should AI actually take over all of the jobs.

But as OpenAI shifts to for-profit status, many speculate what will happen to all of the non-profit money collected thus far.

Will OpenAI save it to fund UBI? Or further enrich investors?

🥊 Musk vs OpenAI

Elon Musk, an early OpenAI backer, has sued OpenAI TWICE for abandoning its original non-profit mission.

Musk claims OpenAI's for-profit pivot puts risky AI development ahead of public good.

Musk's lawsuits, while dramatic, raise valid concerns about transparency, safety, and the concentration of power in the AI industry.

Does OpenAI’s latest move give Musk’s lawsuits more merit?

🤖 AI Safety Concerns Abound

Critics worry OpenAI's chase for profits could lead to:

❌ Prioritizing speed over safety in AI development

❌ Potential for AI abuse and unintended harm

❌ Lack of public accountability and oversight

As one of the most valuable startups ever, will OpenAI stay true to its founding principles?

Or will the allure of billions lead it astray?

My Take 🤔

OpenAI was founded on the belief that developing transformative AI was too important to be left to profit-driven companies alone.

By becoming a for-profit, OpenAI risks losing sight of those founding ideals in the pursuit of wealth and market dominance.

Let’s call it what it is…

OpenAI's going from non-profit to for-profit is contradictory.

While the $150B valuation and Altman's potential $10B stake are jaw-dropping, the real concern is AI safety.

Its non-profit structure was meant to ensure AI would be developed cautiously and responsibly, with humanity's best interests at heart.

What do you think?

As OpenAI cashes in, will it cut corners and put humanity at risk in the name of winning the AI race?

Or will it find a way to balance profit and purpose?

The stakes couldn't be higher.

The fate of humanity could quite literally hang in the balance.

OpenAI CEO predicts superintelligence within “a few thousand days”. Sam Altman's rare blog post outlines his vision for an "Intelligence Age," highlighting deep learning's potential to solve global challenges.

OpenAI loses top research leaders in sudden exodus. Chief Research Officer Bob McGrew and Research VP Barret Zoph depart, following CTO Mira Murati's exit, signaling potential shifts in the company's direction.

Police departments test AI-powered crime report writing, sparking concerns. Critics warn of potential biases and errors in automated reports, despite time-saving benefits touted by law enforcement agencies.

AI cracks CAPTCHA tests with 100% accuracy, challenging online security. Researchers fine-tune YOLO model to solve image-based CAPTCHAs, raising questions about the effectiveness of current bot detection methods.

James Cameron joins Stability AI's board, bridging Hollywood and AI. The legendary filmmaker's appointment aims to revolutionize visual media, combining cutting-edge technology with creative storytelling.

California's AI safety bill SB 1047 hangs in balance as Governor Newsom deliberates. The governor expresses concerns about potential "chilling effects" on innovation, particularly in open-source AI, while weighing demonstrable versus hypothetical risks.

Jony Ive and OpenAI team up for revolutionary AI hardware. The former Apple design chief confirms collaboration with OpenAI, hinting at potential game-changing AI devices on the horizon.

Man tricks OpenAI's voice bot into Beatles duet, showcasing AI's musical prowess. The unexpected performance of "Eleanor Rigby" highlights the advanced capabilities and potential creative applications of AI voice technology.

Duolingo launches AI-powered Adventures and Video Call features. New mini-games and AI conversations with virtual characters aim to enhance language learning through immersive, interactive experiences.

Figma introduces AI-powered design generator for rapid prototyping. The new "First Draft" feature uses AI to create initial app layouts and UI designs, streamlining the design process for developers and designers.

Harvard AI tool TxGNN identifies existing drugs that can be repurposed to treat rare diseases. The model found potential treatments for 17,000 conditions, outperforming existing AI models by 50% in drug repurposing accuracy.

Microsoft unveils AI tool to combat hallucinations in generative AI. The "Correction" feature identifies and rewrites ungrounded content in real-time, aiming to enhance reliability of AI-generated responses.

Firework carrying AI drones make their debut. AI-powered drones choreograph intricate fireworks displays, challenging traditional notions of creativity and human artistry.

IBM and NASA release open-source AI model for weather and climate applications. The foundation model, available on Hugging Face, offers insights beyond forecasting and can be fine-tuned for various weather and climate challenges.

🤿 AI DEEP DIVE

Discover 12 powerful use cases for ChatGPT's new advanced voice mode feature.

In this video, you'll learn how to maximize the potential of this groundbreaking technology.

From unlimited tutoring, interview practice, and custom instructions to real-time language translation, accent switching, and storytelling with expressive voice variation.

These practical examples showcase how this feature can transform education, sales, productivity, and entertainment.

🛠️ AI TOOL OF THE WEEK

NotebookLM: An AI-powered research assistant by Google that helps users organize and analyze documents, making it ideal for researchers, students, and professionals.

By uploading your sources, it generates personalized insights and provides in-line citations, enhancing your ability to distill information quickly and efficiently.

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⚙️ GPT OF THE WEEK

R Wizard: Need help coding with R?

Not sure what R even is?

Then give ‘R Wizard’ a try today!

🎓 AI COURSES OF THE WEEK

Harvard, Google, and Microsoft are offering FREE AI courses.

No payment required.

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📝 AI PROMPT OF THE WEEK

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🎨 AI IMAGE OF THE WEEK

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