This week witnessed a tech whirlwind, with AI debates, digital disputes, and the impact of cutting-edge GPUs. The clash between Elon Musk and OpenAI intensified, while Edward Snowden weighed in on AI, and experts delved into the potential of Nvidia’s H100 GPU.
The Musk-OpenAI Rift Deepens
Elon Musk, CEO of the Tesla Inc., stirred controversy by implying that OpenAI, a company he co-founded, was deceptive. This triggered a varied response online.
Snowden’s Take on AI Critics
Former U.S. intelligence agent turned whistleblower, Edward Snowden, ridiculed those foreseeing an AI apocalypse. He noted the irony in fearing for human extinction when existing technologies struggle with basic tasks.
Musk’s Accusations against OpenAI
The feud between Musk and OpenAI surged after comments by OpenAI’s CTO, Mira Murati, raised suspicions about the company’s data sourcing for its AI model, Sora. Musk alleged data theft by OpenAI.
Nvidia’s H100 GPU: A Game-Changer?
Wedbush’s Dan Ives highlighted the potential impact of Nvidia Corp‘s H100 GPU on the wider tech landscape. According to Ives, every dollar spent on this GPU could result in an additional $10-$12 investment in tech.
Value Assessment of Tesla’s Optimus Project
Future Fund manager Gary Black voiced concerns about evaluating the worth of Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robot project, given rising competition. Microsoft Corp-backed OpenAI’s humanoid robot, operated by Figure AI, has added complexity to the equation.
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