European Contender Emerges in AI Sector

Here's a quick look at today's AI briefing

OpenAI Board Restructures, Microsoft and Apple Opt Out

OpenAI is implementing a new strategy for partner engagement, moving away from direct board representation to a system of "regular stakeholder meetings." As a result, both Microsoft and Apple have withdrawn their intentions to occupy seats on OpenAI's board.

This shift in approach aims to foster collaboration with key partners like Microsoft and Apple through periodic discussions, rather than traditional board membership. The change reflects OpenAI's evolving governance structure as it navigates its relationships with major tech industry players.

European Contender Emerges in AI Sector

Mistral AI, a prominent artificial intelligence firm, has established a strategic partnership with BNP Paribas, one of France's leading financial institutions. The entities have entered into a comprehensive agreement wherein BNP Paribas will integrate Mistral AI's advanced large language models across various facets of its operations. This implementation will encompass critical areas such as customer support, sales initiatives, and information technology infrastructure. This collaboration signifies a noteworthy development in the European artificial intelligence landscape, potentially offering an alternative to established entities like OpenAI.

Other News

• Neuralink hosted a livestream with new updates on its BCI, including potential telepathic and limb-controlling integrations with Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robots, new patient testing, and more.

• OpenAI CTO Mira Murati revealed in an interview that the company’s Sora video generation model still has no public release date, with the tool still undergoing safety red teaming and testing for usefulness.

• AMD is acquiring Silo AI, a Finnish startup specializing in end-to-end-AI solutions, for $665M — aiming to bolster its chip development and deployment to compete with rival Nvidia.

• OpenAI announced a partnership with Los Alamos National Laboratory to evaluate the safe use of models like GPT-4o in bioscience lab settings and assess AI’s potential to enhance research while reducing risks.

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