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SEC complaint accuses OpenAI of using illegal NDAs to silence whistleblowers.

Also, OpenAI unveils GPT-4o mini, its most affordable model yet.

Plus, Mistral's Codestral Mamba boosts coding efficiency.

Oh yeah, and Meta withholds multimodal AI models from EU markets amid regulatory uncertainties.

So, grab your beverage of choice.

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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’s Dirty Little Secret

Uh oh, looks like OpenAI has some explaining to do.

The AI powerhouse behind ChatGPT now faces explosive allegations of using illegal nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) to prevent employees from reporting potential wrongdoing to regulators.

🚨 The Shocking Allegations

In a damning letter to the SEC, the whistleblowers claim OpenAI's NDAs:

❌ Prohibit and discourage reporting violations to the SEC

❌ Force employees to waive rights to whistleblower rewards

❌ Require notifying the company about communications with regulators

If true, this would violate the Dodd-Frank Act and SEC Whistleblower Rules designed to protect those who speak up.

🙊 A Pattern of Problematic Practices?

This isn't the first time OpenAI's agreements have raised eyebrows:

Earlier this year, their employee exit agreements threatened to strip ex-employees of vested equity for NDA violations

CEO Sam Altman apologized for the controversial language at the time, claiming they were already working to "fix" the issue.

But these latest allegations suggest a deeper, systemic effort to silence potential whistleblowers.

🏛️ Calls for Swift Action & Accountability

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is now urging the SEC to investigate, stressing the importance of whistleblower protections as AI rapidly advances.

"OpenAI's policies and practices suggest that whistleblowers are less likely to voice their concerns and receive compensation for their protected disclosures," Grassley warned.

He called on OpenAI to change its NDAs to ensure the government can stay "one step ahead of artificial intelligence."

My Take

As an AI company with massive influence, OpenAI has a responsibility to operate with the highest levels of ethics and transparency.

These serious allegations deserve thorough investigation and accountability.

Whistleblowers play a crucial role in keeping powerful tech giants in check.

If OpenAI is found to have violated whistleblower protections, it raises troubling questions about what else they could be hiding behind the veil of secrecy.

Is OpenAI silencing whistleblowers or doing what’s needed to protect AI from getting into the hands for foreign nations like Russia and China?

What do you think?

OpenAI faces whistleblower allegations over illegal NDAs. SEC complaint filed against OpenAI for restricting employee reporting to regulators, potentially violating whistleblower laws.

Claude's Android app revolutionizes mobile AI capabilities. Real-time image analysis and language translation now available across devices, enhancing user experience.

Gemini brings hands-free AI to locked Android phones. Users can now check weather and ask general questions without unlocking their devices.

OpenAI unveils GPT-4o mini, its most affordable AI model yet. Promising versatile applications at lower costs, this model aims to democratize access to AI technology.

Mistral's Codestral Mamba boosts coding efficiency and context processing. This innovative model positions Mistral as a strong competitor in the AI industry.

Meta withholds future multimodal AI models from EU markets. European companies lose access to advanced AI capabilities amid regulatory uncertainties.

Experts question validity of AI benchmarks used by tech firms. Concerns arise over relying on these standards for critical applications in healthcare and law.

YouTube Music rolls out sound search and tests AI radio. Users can now identify songs by humming, while personalized AI-generated radio recommendations are in development.

Apple faces backlash for training AI on YouTube content without consent. Ethical concerns raised over data usage practices among major tech companies.

Figma withdraws AI tool after Apple design controversy. Company revises quality control processes to prevent future issues with AI-generated designs.

AI achieves 96% accuracy in gender determination from dental X-rays. This breakthrough shows promise for forensic applications when limited remains are available.

🤿 AI DEEP DIVE

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Learn how to ask questions, generate charts, and make data-driven decisions with ease.

Perfect for research, presentations, and expanding your AI toolkit.

🛠️ AI TOOL OF THE WEEK

Food Mood: An innovative AI experiment that generates fusion recipes by combining culinary styles from two different countries, perfect for culinary enthusiasts looking to explore new flavors.

Created by artists Emmanuel Durgoni and Gaël Hugo, this tool allows users to choose meal types and receive creative recipe inspirations, fostering cultural exchange and culinary creativity.

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⚙️ GPT OF THE WEEK

Books: Having trouble picking what book to read?

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🎓 AI COURSES OF THE WEEK

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📝 AI PROMPT OF THE WEEK

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🎨 AI IMAGE OF THE WEEK

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