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Astronomical: Zuckerberg on reports of Altman's $7-tn chip project
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1y ago
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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, while commenting on reports of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman seeking $7 trillion for an AI chip venture, said the number is "astronomical". However, he added that Altman "isn't crazy" as companies are going to need more chips for training AI models. Altman's ambition for the AI space "has been very helpful" in building it, he stated.
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Sam Altman wants Washington's backing for his $7 trillion AI chip venture
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1y ago
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OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, is seeking US government approval for his trillion-dollar AI chip project due to potential national security and antitrust concerns. Altman aims to raise up to $7 trillion to address the global chip shortage by partnering with OpenAI, chip makers, and investors. However, Nvidia CEO, Jensen Huang, expressed doubt about the proposed amount, suggesting that AI development wouldn't require such a significant investment. Altman's plans highlight the growing importance of AI technology and its impact on various sectors.
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Microsoft develops AI server gear to lessen reliance on Nvidia: report
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1y ago
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Microsoft is reportedly working on a network card to enhance the capabilities of its Maia AI server chip, potentially becoming less dependent on Nvidia. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has appointed Pradeep Sindhu, co-founder of Juniper Networks, to lead the project. The move comes after Microsoft acquired Fungible, Sindhu's server chip startup, in 2020. Microsoft has not yet commented on these reports.
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Sam Altman wants to raise up to $7 trillion.
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1y ago
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman plans to raise $5-7 trillion to build new chip factories for the company's computing power needs. Altman has met with officials from the United Arab Emirates to pitch his ambitious plan, which aims to ensure OpenAI has sufficient silicon chip manufacturing capacity. This funding requirement is considered extremely high for a relatively new company, with only a few initiatives globally costing trillions of dollars. Altman's plan aligns with the increasing demand for silicon chip factories worldwide, as highlighted by recent subsidies provided by the US government.
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Sam Altman could get richer by $10 billion if he gets 7% stake in OpenAI
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9m ago
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's fortune may increase by $10 billion if he is awarded 7% equity stake in the company behind ChatGPT. As part of its restructuring from non-profit to for-profit company, OpenAI is in discussions to give equity to Altman for the first time, as per reports. Meanwhile, Altman denied he's getting a "giant equity stake" in the company.
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Sam Altman will not return to OpenAI, Twitch's Emmett Shear is interim CEO
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Sam Altman will not return as CEO of OpenAI, as per reports. Emmett Shear, co-founder of Twitch, will serve as interim CEO. Altman's discussions about potential return and improvements in governance follow his recent firing, causing concerns among employees. Altman's abrupt removal could impact OpenAI's upcoming $86 billion share sale. Microsoft, the major backer, may take a board role if Altman returns, according to reports. The exact nature of Altman's role, if any, remains undisclosed.
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There's a secret WhatsApp group chat with more than 100 Silicon Valley CEOs in it and even they didn't know what Sam Altman did to get fired
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1y ago
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Over 100 Silicon Valley CEOs were engaged in a private WhatsApp group chat speculating about Sam Altman's firing from OpenAI. The chat included tech titans such as Mark Zuckerberg and Drew Houston. Altman, who was ousted as the CEO of OpenAI, was later reinstated, but the exact reason for his removal remains unknown. OpenAI has appointed lawyers to review the events leading to Altman's firing.
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Sam Altman's tech villain arc is underway
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1y ago
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Sam Altman, CEO and co-founder of OpenAI, has recently faced criticism and negative headlines, leading to a shift in public perception. After the success of ChatGPT, Altman gained fame and was named Time Magazine's 2023 CEO of the year. However, murmurs within the tech industry cast doubt on his investments and worldview. OpenAI's release of GPT-4o, an AI model that faced backlash for being sexualized and reminiscent of the movie "Her," further damaged Altman's reputation. Additionally, the departure of key team members and reports of discontent among former employees raised concerns about safety standards and trust in Altman's leadership. Altman's reputation as a tech do-gooder is slowly unraveling, but a potential rebranding opportunity could still arise.
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Reddit reportedly explores verifying users with Sam Altman’s eyeball scanner.
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23d ago
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Reddit is reportedly considering using Sam Altman's World ID project to combat AI bots. The project uses an iris scanner, known as the Orb, to verify human users while keeping them anonymous. According to Semafor, this method is being explored along with other verification options. This move aims to address the challenges posed by AI bots and enhance the authenticity of user identities on the platform.
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Intel delays $20 billion Ohio project, citing slow chip market
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1y ago
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According to a report, Intel has postponed its $20 billion project in Ohio due to the sluggish chip market. The delay is seen as a result of the global chip shortages and increasing costs of production. The project, which aimed to build two chip factories, is expected to be delayed by six to nine months.
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An academic analyzed everything Mark Zuckerberg said publicly for 20 years — but still doesn't feel like he knows him
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1y ago
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Michael Zimmer, a privacy and data ethics scholar, has created the Zuckerberg Files, a digital archive of Mark Zuckerberg's public comments. His aim was to understand the CEO's views on privacy, but the project expanded to track Zuckerberg's language, response to controversies, and the evolution of his company. Despite the extensive research, Zimmer still feels that he doesn't truly understand Zuckerberg. The documentary "Zuckerberg: King of The Metaverse" explores the extraordinary transformation of Zuckerberg's life and raises questions about whether we really know the Facebook-Meta boss.
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