January 31, 2025

SE03:EP022

In today's episode, we cover OpenAI's ambitious funding plans, with a potential $40 billion round led by SoftBank, valuing the ChatGPT creator at $340 billion. This move aims to bolster their Stargate project, expanding AI data centers across the U.S. In sports, the Los Angeles Lakers dominate the Washington Wizards, with LeBron James scoring 24 points and 11 assists. As the Lakers prepare to face the New York Knicks, anticipation builds for a thrilling matchup at Madison Square Garden. Local news highlights the San Diego Zoo Safari Park's free admission offer for seniors in February, celebrating their valued community role. In science, nuclear fusion research sees a breakthrough at the National Ignition Facility, edging closer to unlocking unlimited clean energy. Entertainment news features Netflix's "Happy Gilmore 2," starring Adam Sandler and Bad Bunny, with an exciting cast lineup. Additionally, we discuss the growing concern of FOBO, or fear of becoming obsolete, among U.S. employees due to AI advancements, as highlighted at the World Economic Forum. Finally, we explore San Diego's surf conditions and weather forecast, with patchy fog clearing to mostly sunny skies over the weekend.

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