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1. **School Teacher's Fake Principal Story**
- Dazhon Darien, a former athletic director at Pikesville High School, Baltimore County, Maryland, faces charges for allegedly using AI voice cloning to frame the school’s principal, Eric Eiswert.
- An audio recording surfaced on social media purportedly featuring Principal Eiswert making racist and antisemitic remarks. However, experts noted inconsistencies, casting doubt on its authenticity.
- Baltimore County police traced the recording back to Darien, who allegedly accessed OpenAI tools and Microsoft Bing Chat services via school computers to create the fabricated audio.
- Darien's motives appear to be related to a previous investigation into the potential mishandling of school funds, which Principal Eiswert was pursuing at the time.
- This incident underscores concerns surrounding the misuse of AI voice cloning technology and prompts discussions about the need for regulations to prevent such abuse.
2. **Drone Lifeguard: TY-3R Unveiled by Didiok Makings**
- Didiok Makings introduces the TY-3R, a Chinese drone designed for water rescue missions, merging flotation devices with advanced technology.
- With drowning being a global concern, the TY-3R aims to provide swift assistance, inspired by the buoyancy of a lifebuoy.
- Equipped with a single-axis camera offering real-time 720p HD views, operators can guide it at speeds up to 29 mph (47 kmph).
- Capable of taking off in wind resistance level 6 conditions, it lands on water, transforming into a flotation device able to support two adults.
- Acting as a beacon, it assists follow-up rescue efforts by pinpointing its location up to 0.68 miles (1.1 kilometers) away.
- Once the rescue is complete, it autonomously returns to its launch point, boasting durability in harsh conditions with an IP68 waterproof rating.
- Weighing under 11 pounds (5 kilograms), it can fly continuously for up to 10 minutes and is designed for easy maintenance with accessible hatches.
3. **Updates on OpenAI**
- Discussion about a mysterious new model called gpt2-chatbot, speculated to be in the same ability level as GPT-4.
- Notable figures like Ethan Mollick and Sam Altman express interest and curiosity regarding the new model.
- The podcast delves into the ongoing developments at OpenAI, including potential lawsuits and partnerships, such as the recent deal with FT and the release and subsequent takedown of a new chatbot.
- Speculation arises about the emergence of a model referred to as “gpt2-chatbot,” prompting questions about whether it could be a version of GPT-4.5 or even GPT-5.
These show notes cover the intriguing stories of a school teacher's misuse of AI, the innovative TY-3R drone lifeguard, and updates on OpenAI's latest developments.
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