Daily AI NEWS - May 30, 2024
AI Developments, Safety Concerns, and Industry Rivalry

OpenAI, led by CEO Sam Altman, has launched a new safety committee amidst the departure of key researchers. The company is also preparing a successor to its famed GPT-4 model. However, GPT-5's release may be delayed as OpenAI emphasizes its commitment to safety.

OpenAI has extended custom GPTs and other advanced features to free ChatGPT users, previously only available to paying subscribers. This move aims to broaden access and usability for its AI tools.

In internal shake-ups, former executive Jan Leike joined competitor Anthropic, criticizing OpenAI for prioritizing "shiny products" over safety. Helen Toner, a former board member, has revealed tensions within, accusing Altman of creating a "toxic atmosphere."

Google is introducing Gemini and various AI-powered features to ChromeOS, with seven new Chromebooks expected this year. Similarly, Opera is collaborating with Google Cloud to embed AI in its browsers, while Microsoft is bringing its AI Copilot to Telegram for a more conversational experience.

The Chromebook lineup is receiving significant updates, including deeper Gemini integration. ARM's upcoming chips aim to enhance on-device AI performance, and Samsung is adding new health features to its Galaxy Watches alongside a potential Galaxy Ring health tracker. Apple's iOS 18 will include generative AI features, focused on maintaining strong privacy protections.

The proliferation of AI integration continues, with Google adding AI features to Chromebook Plus laptops and Samsung enhancing its Galaxy Watches with AI health functionalities. Additionally, Microsoft's Copilot chatbot, based on OpenAI's GPT-4, is now available on Telegram, expanding AI access within popular apps.

Elon Musk clashed publicly with Meta’s Chief AI Scientist, Yann LeCun, on social media platform X over the Memorial Day weekend. The exchange began with Musk questioning LeCun's recent contributions to science.

Sony has retracted an interview it conducted with The Last of Us creator Neil Druckmann, citing significant errors and inaccuracies. The retraction follows Druckmann's social media clarifications regarding some of his answers.

The published interview, part of Sony's promotion of its long-term "creative entertainment vision," included several interviews with key employees. However, Druckmann's responses were found to be heavily misquoted, leading to the controversy and subsequent removal of the content.

Following the departure of several key AI researchers, OpenAI announced that it’s forming a new safety committee led by CEO Sam Altman. This move comes as the organization aims to address growing concerns over the safety and ethical implications of artificial intelligence.

Jan Leike, OpenAI's former executive, has joined its rival Anthropic shortly after accusing OpenAI of prioritizing "shiny products" over safety. This shift indicates ongoing tensions and differing priorities within the AI industry regarding the balance between innovation and safety.

In other developments, OpenAI has partnered with Vox Media while Anthropic brings in the ex-OpenAI safety lead, marking significant strategic moves as both companies seek to leverage expertise and media partnerships to advance their positions in the AI sector.