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Hackers From China, Iran and Russia Use ChatGPT to Boost Cyberattacks, Microsoft and OpenAI Warn
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Jeff Bezos Sells $4 Billion in Amazon Stock Ahead of Florida Relocation
"Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is continuing his divestment from the e-commerce giant, recent regulatory filings indicating the sale of more than $4 billion in stock over the past week. This follows earlier reporting of Bezos' 50-million share sell-off plan to be completed by 2025, through Morgan Stanley as his brokerage firm. -
Elon Musk Maps Out Strategy for Million-Person Mars Settlement
"Elon Musk, the visionary behind SpaceX, has once again captured public imagination with his audacious blueprint for interplanetary colonization. Musk's latest pronouncements outline a staggering ambition: to transport one million humans to Mars, a goal he shared in a succinct response on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.
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Apple Set to Release Slimmer, Redesigned iPhone in 2025
Apple Inc. (AAPL.O) is reportedly developing a slimmer version of the iPhone, expected to be launched in 2025 as part of the iPhone 17 lineup. -
Reddit Shares Soar After Strategic AI Partnership with OpenAI
Shares of Reddit (NYSE: RDDT) surged by 14% on Friday, buoyed by the announcement of a strategic partnership with OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence firm. This alliance is expected to enhance the user experience on Reddit's platform through AI-driven features, while also attracting more advertising revenue. -
Meta Faces EU Investigation Over Child Safety on Facebook and Instagram
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is under a major investigation by the European Union for alleged breaches of the bloc's stringent online content law concerning child safety risks. -
Former Dodgers Owner Frank McCourt Joins Race to Acquire TikTok Amid Ban Threat
Frank McCourt, a real estate billionaire and former owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, has announced his intention to acquire TikTok as part of a broad initiative to create a healthier internet. McCourt's bid comes as TikTok faces a potential ban in the United States, following President Joe Biden's signing of a law last month that requires the platform to find a new owner or face prohibition. -
Sun Unleashes Largest Solar Flare in Nearly a Decade, But Earth Avoids Impact
The sun produced its most significant solar flare in nearly two decades on Tuesday, marking the largest outburst of its kind in the current 11-year solar cycle. The flare, categorized as an X8.7, was captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory, delivering a spectacular display without posing a direct threat to Earth.
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OpenAI Co-Founder Ilya Sutskever Announces Departure Amidst Leadership Shifts and New AI Developments
OpenAI co-founder and chief scientist Ilya Sutskever announced his departure from the company on Tuesday, signaling a significant shift in the leadership dynamics of the Microsoft-backed artificial intelligence startup. Sutskever's exit follows a tumultuous period marked by internal conflicts and the recent launch of OpenAI's latest AI model, GPT-4o. -
Apple Reportedly Prepares International Launch for Vision Pro Headset to Boost Sales
Apple Inc. is gearing up to introduce its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset to markets outside the United States, according to a report by Bloomberg News. This move is part of the tech giant's strategy to invigorate demand for its high-priced device, which has seen waning interest since its initial excitement. The Vision Pro, priced at $3,499, represents one of Apple's most significant bets in recent years. -
OpenAI Launches GPT-4o: Transforming ChatGPT with Advanced Features
OpenAI has unveiled its latest large language model, GPT-4o. This new iteration of the technology promises to make ChatGPT smarter, more versatile, and accessible to a broader audience. The announcement, made during a live demonstration at OpenAI's San Francisco headquarters, highlighted the model's ability to turn ChatGPT into a highly interactive digital personal assistant. -
Microsoft Faces Renewed EU Scrutiny with Impending Teams Antitrust Charges
The European Union is poised to intensify its regulatory scrutiny of Microsoft with new antitrust charges concerning the integration of its videoconferencing app, Teams, into its broader software suite. This move marks a significant shift in Brussels' approach towards the tech giant, potentially ending a nearly decade-long period of relative regulatory peace. -
OpenAI Set to Launch AI Search Engine, Challenging Google's Market Dominance
As the digital landscape bristles with anticipation, OpenAI is reportedly poised to unveil a new AI-driven search product on Monday, potentially reshaping the search engine market currently dominated by Google. This strategic timing-a day before Google's annual I/O conference-suggests a bold move by OpenAI to stake its claim in the highly competitive search domain.