Join us for today's episode of "AI in Marketing" as we delve into the most recent developments in the world of artificial intelligence. We'll start with the power play between OpenAI and Elon Musk's Xai as they vie for control. Tune in to hear about the controversial $97.4 billion bid and the ongoing $40 billion fundraising round that's heating up the competition. Switching gears, we'll spotlight the telecom industry's 5G uplink speed record recently set by Ericsson, Telstra, and Qualcomm Technologies. As we cross the waters to France, we discuss President Macron's massive investment in AI, intending to counter the US's substantial Stargate program. We then move to the entertainment industry to touch on Walton Goggins' eyewear line launch, examining how brands are leveraging upcoming events for marketing. Lastly, we'll discuss the impact of Generative AI on critical thinking, exploring a recent study's findings on the possible implications on knowledge work. Stay tuned for these stories and more on "AI in Marketing".

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