OpenAI unveils ‘o3’ reasoning AI models in test phase
REUTERS: OpenAI said on Friday it was testing new reasoning AI models, o3 and o3 mini, in a sign of growing competition with rivals such as Google to create smarter models capable of tackling complex problems. CEO Sam Altman said the AI startup plans to launch o3 mini by the
Former OpenAI researcher found dead in home
Indian-American former employee of OpenAI Suchir Balaji, who accused the company of breaking the copyright law, was recently found dead at his apartment in San Francisco.
OpenAI considers taking on Google with browser, the Information reports
(Reuters) – ChatGPT-owner OpenAI has recently considered developing a web browser that would combine with its chatbot and has separately discussed or struck deals to power search features, the Information reported on Thursday. OpenAI has spoken about the search product with website and app developers such as Conde Nast, Redfin,
Adobe launches AI model for text-to-video generation
Adobe on Monday announced the public rollout of its innovative AI model capable of generating video content from text prompts, positioning itself within the burgeoning landscape of generative artificial intelligence aimed at revolutionising film and television production. The newly launched Firefly Video Model will compete with existing technologies such as
ChatGPT may hinder student learning despite improved practice performance
Does AI truly aid student learning? A recent study conducted in Turkey offers a cautionary perspective on the role of AI in education. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania found that Turkish high school students who used ChatGPT while practicing math problems performed worse on subsequent math tests than those
Can AI chatbots replace human meantal health therapists?
In 2022, computer science researcher Estelle Smith turned to a mental health chatbot named Woebot after finding her professional therapist ineffective. Although Woebot refused to address Smith’s suicidal prompts, directing her to seek professional help, it responded encouragingly to her thoughts about climbing and jumping off a cliff, praising her
Cabinet Division issues advisory for safe use of AI apps
Cabinet Division issues advisory to safeguard sensitive data from AI apps. The Cabinet Division has issued an advisory highlighting the potential risks of data theft from ChatGPT and other AI applications. The advisory highlights caution in using these technologies to protect sensitive information, personal data, and business details from cyber
Navigating AI in hiring: tips for job seekers
WEB DESK: In today’s digital age, artificial intelligence (AI) has permeated nearly every aspect of our lives, including the job market. A notable statistic reveals that nearly every Fortune 500 company utilizes AI screening tools for hiring, with an anticipated 40 per cent of all companies set to implement AI
Elon Musk threatens iPhone ban over Apple’s ChatGPT integration
WEB DESK: Elon Musk has launched a blistering attack on Apple’s recent announcement of integrating OpenAI’s ChatGPT into the iPhone, threatening to prohibit the use of iPhones at his companies, including Tesla and SpaceX. In a post on his platform X, Elon Musk declared, “If Apple integrates OpenAI at the
Can ChatGPT match human intelligence?
WEB DESK: In a recent interview with the Financial Times, Yann LeCun, the head of artificial intelligence at Meta, expressed skepticism regarding the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) to attain human levels of planning and reasoning. LLMs, which power popular generative AI tools such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Meta’s Llama, and
