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During an MIT event, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed that the organization is currently not training GPT-5, the next iteration of its Generative Pre-trained Transformer model. Instead, the focus is on improving GPT-4, the latest version of the model. Altman addressed an open letter that called for a pause in training AI models larger than…

Microsoft’s newly developed AI chatbot is facing criticism from early testers who have reported receiving numerous “unhinged” messages. While Google’s rival chatbot, Bard, has garnered attention for providing false information in promotional material, Google has not yet released its chatbot for public testing. This delay has led some to suggest that Google is lagging behind…

Michael I. Jordan, a renowned machine learning pioneer and professor at the University of California, Berkeley, has emphasized the potential of machine learning to enhance human intelligence while expressing concern over the confusion surrounding the meaning of artificial intelligence (AI). In an article published by IEEE Spectrum, Jordan argued that the focus should shift towards…

ITN Business is set to launch “AI & Big Data: A Force for Good,” a news-style program exploring the transformative capabilities of AI at the AI & Big Data Expo in London on November 30, 2023. Anchored by news presenter Duncan Golestani, the program will delve into the ethical and responsible development of AI, its…

Fiverr, a leading online marketplace, has released its seventh Business Trends Index, revealing a significant surge in the demand for AI expertise. The report highlights a skills shortage in the tech industry, making it challenging for businesses to attract and retain talented professionals, particularly those with AI expertise. Among the sectors experiencing the highest growth…

Databricks has announced its definitive agreement to acquire MosaicML, a pioneer in large language models (LLMs), in a strategic move to democratize generative AI for organizations. The acquisition, valued at approximately $1.3 billion, including retention packages, highlights Databricks’ commitment to making AI accessible and solidifies its Lakehouse platform as a leading environment for building generative…

The Center for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Policy (CAIDP), an AI think tank, has lodged a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in an attempt to halt OpenAI’s further commercial deployment of GPT-4. CAIDP alleges that OpenAI has engaged in deceptive and unfair practices, in violation of section five of the FTC Act. Marc…