Week 41

View this email in your browser Hi Humans 👋🏻 Ever heard of a company that's just nine years old and already worth $157 billion? How about the intriguing 'Dead Internet' theory? If these are new to you, keep reading! 🤓 But, first some quick AI news: Google Paid $2.7 Billion To Bring Back an AI Genius Who Quit in Frustration Apple will release its first Apple Intelligence features on October 18th. Google Lens now supports video search and voice command input Worth $157 Billion and Scaling AI for the Future OpenAI, the company behind the super popular ChatGPT, just hit a jaw-dropping valuation of $157 billion after raising $6.6 billion in new capital! 🤯 That’s more than double what it was worth earlier this year. 📈 Investors are more excited than ever about the future of AI and OpenAI continues to lead the charge on breakthrough technologies. Source: Graham CNBC Why It Matters 🌍 OpenAI aims to create AGI (Artificial General Intelligence)—an idea where AI can handle tasks as well as humans (or even better). Right now, AGI is still a dream, but OpenAI says they’re working toward making it a reality for the betterment of all of humanity. Big tech companies like Google and Meta are not sitting back. They’re competing hard in AI—which pushes everyone to innovate faster. 📈 Even though OpenAI is doing well, some have raised questions about whether the company is keeping a focus on safety. With a race to release new products ahead of competitors, it can be tricky to balance progress with responsibility. Are Bots Stealing the Show Online? 🤖 Ever wondered if you're talking to a real person online? The 'dead internet theory' suggests much of our web activity might be AI-driven rather than human. From weird viral memes like Shrimp Jesus to potentially sinister disinformation, AI bots are everywhere. These bots are good at farming social media likes, comments, and shares—turning this engagement into advertising dollars. 💸 But there's a more serious angle: they're also being used to spread misinformation, influencing our views and conversations, especially on social platforms where many find their news. The crazy part is, the theory is already reality: Why It Matters 🌍 As AI continues to weave itself into our online lives, staying sharp and questioning the reality of what we see remains more crucial than ever. With social media shaping our perceptions, it's vital to ensure we're guided by real, reliable sources. While AI offers exciting potential, safeguarding our digital interactions is key to preserving an authentic online experience. Keep those skeptical hats on and navigate wisely! 🎓 Join our community here: Thank you for reading! If you have inputs, or improvements - please reach out to me on LinkedIn:) This mail is made in collaboration with Martin Rosengaard and Silje Buch Larsen. Until next time // Annemette Møhl Copyright (C) 2024 AI.Hub CPH. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: AI.Hub CPH Hojbro Plads 10 Kobenhavn K 1200 Denmark Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe