OpenAI is currently seeking a new Head of Preparedness to oversee the assessment of emerging AI-related risks across various fields, including computer security and mental health. CEO Sam Altman highlighted the increasing challenges posed by AI models, specifically their impact on mental health and their ability to identify critical security vulnerabilities. In a message on […]
OpenAI has acknowledged that its AI browser, Atlas, may always be vulnerable to prompt injection attacks – a type of cyberattack where malicious instructions are covertly embedded in web pages or emails. In a recent blog post, the company pointed out that, similar to traditional scams, these injections are a persistent security issue that will […]
ChatGPT users now have the ability to customize the chatbot’s tone, including its warmth, enthusiasm, and use of emojis. This feature was announced by OpenAI via a social media post, indicating that these adjustments can be made through the Personalization menu, where users can select settings for More, Less, or Default. This new capability adds […]
OpenAI has launched an app store for ChatGPT, opening the door for developers to submit their applications for review and potential publication. This development was announced on Wednesday, along with the introduction of a new app directory in the tools menu, which has quickly been referred to as an "app store." The initiative follows an […]
Chai Discovery, a biotech startup backed by OpenAI, recently secured $130 million in a Series B funding round, elevating its valuation to $1.3 billion. This funding round was led by General Catalyst and Oak HC/FT, with participation from several other investors including Menlo Ventures, Dimension, Thrive Capital, and OpenAI, bringing the total funding for Chai […]
OpenAI has decided to disable app suggestions that appeared to resemble advertisements within its ChatGPT platform. Although the company asserts that there are no current ads or advertising tests running in the tool, Chief Research Officer Mark Chen admitted they did not meet user expectations with their recent promotional messages and are looking to enhance […]
OpenAI is set to launch an innovative AI device, which CEO Sam Altman describes as more peaceful and calm than the iPhone. This upcoming hardware is a collaborative effort between OpenAI and Jony Ive, Apple’s former chief designer. While details are still under wraps, the device is rumored to be screenless and pocket-sized. Earlier this […]
According to a recent report from the International Energy Agency, global spending on data centers is expected to reach $580 billion this year. This figure exceeds the $540 billion allocated to finding new oil supplies by $40 billion. These statistics highlight a significant shift in investment priorities and raise concerns about the environmental implications, particularly […]
Microsoft is establishing a new team focused on researching superintelligence, announced by Mustafa Suleyman, head of the company’s AI division that manages Bing and Copilot. This initiative, known as the MAI Superintelligence Team, is set to receive substantial funding, with Suleyman affirming that the goal is to address "real, concrete problems" while ensuring that developments […]
Seven families have initiated lawsuits against OpenAI, alleging that the company’s GPT-4o model was released without adequate safeguards, leading to tragic consequences including suicides and the reinforcement of harmful delusions. Four of the lawsuits cite ChatGPT’s involvement in the suicides of family members, while the remaining three focus on cases where the AI allegedly exacerbated […]