OpenAI unveils “Operator,” an AI agent in research preview for ChatGPT Pro users in the U.S. This browser-based tool automates tasks like filling forms, ordering groceries, and planning trips by interacting with web interfaces. It combines GPT-4 vision and reasoning, can self-correct, and seeks user approval for sensitive actions. Thinking of buying a Starlink? Use … Continue reading OpenAI’s Operator: AI Agent Automates Web Tasks #1793 →

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In this episode, we dive into the TikTok ban saga. With President-elect Donald Trump pledging an executive order to delay the ban, we discuss the legal battles, national security concerns, and what this means for TikTok’s 170 million US users. Subscribe to the Newsletter. Join the Chat @ GeekNews.Chat Email Todd or follow him on … Continue reading TikTok Ban Drama: Trump’s Executive Order #1792 →

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The Biden administration’s “AI diffusion rule” restricts the export of GPUs crucial for AI, primarily to curb China’s AI advancements. The rule establishes three licensing tiers, with China and other adversarial nations effectively barred from accessing top-tier GPUs. Critics, including the Semiconductor Industry Association and NVIDIA, argue the policy risks harming U.S. competitiveness and fostering … Continue reading Biden’s “AI Diffusion Rule” Targets Export Limits on AI GPUs #1791 →

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Elon Musk claims AI companies have exhausted available human knowledge for training models, pushing reliance on synthetic data. While firms like Meta, Google, and OpenAI already use AI-generated data for fine-tuning, challenges such as hallucinations and diminishing returns arise. Experts warn overusing synthetic data risks “model collapse,” while copyright disputes over data usage intensify. Subscribe … Continue reading AI’s Data Dilemma: Exhausting Human Knowledge #1790 →

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Have you ever wondered when your time might come? The Death Clock app uses AI and data from 1,200 life expectancy studies to make educated guesses about your lifespan. By analyzing your habits and lifestyle, it provides predictions—and even offers tips to live longer (if you’re willing to pay). Is it science or just a … Continue reading Predicting Your Demise – The Death Clock App #1783 →

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In a live interview, GoDaddy CEO Aman Bhutani discussed the continued relevance of websites in 2024 amidst the rise of generative AI and evolving digital landscapes. Bhutani highlighted GoDaddy’s shift from being just a domain registrar to supporting micro-businesses with tools like the AI-powered platform Airo. He stressed the value websites offer small businesses for … Continue reading Websites in 2024: GoDaddy’s Vision with Aman Bhutani #1782 →

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Today, I delve into a high-stakes legal battle between OpenAI and major news outlets like The New York Times and Daily News. These publishers allege OpenAI improperly used their copyrighted content to train AI models, and now, a data loss by OpenAI has escalated the case. Subscribe to the Newsletter. Join the Chat @ GeekNews.Chat … Continue reading OpenAI Faces Allegations of Data Loss in Copyright Dispute #1781 →

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The Department of Justice is making bold moves against Google, urging the tech giant to sell its Chrome browser to address illegal monopolization of the search market. This historic antitrust effort could reshape the digital landscape by enforcing AI restrictions and data licensing requirements and unbundling Android from Google’s other services. The DOJ’s proposals aim … Continue reading DOJ Targets Google’s Chrome in Groundbreaking Antitrust Case #1780 →

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The Onion, known for its satirical news, has acquired Alex Jones’ Infowars in a bankruptcy auction. The site, notorious for spreading conspiracy theories, will be reimagined and relaunched in 2025, focusing on humor and advocacy. The acquisition aims to replace disinformation with socially conscious satire, supported by Sandy Hook families. The Onion has also secured … Continue reading The Onion Acquires Infowars: Satire to Replace Conspiracy in 2025 #1779 →

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Bitcoin has surged to a record high of $85,000, adding nearly $20,000 in just a week following the U.S. elections. As cryptocurrencies gain momentum, major tech stocks like Apple, NVIDIA, and Amazon lag, with only Tesla showing growth thanks to its Bitcoin holdings. Gold also saw a decline, suggesting a potential shift from traditional assets … Continue reading Bitcoin Hits Record High of $85K #1778 →

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