NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang predicts AI coworkers
OpenAI nears launch of AI Agent tool to automate tasks for users
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang predicts AI coworkers
OpenAI nears launch of AI Agent tool to automate tasks for users
Sam Altman warned OpenAI will ‘steamroll’ AI startups
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NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang predicts AI coworkers
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang envisions a future where AI coworkers are commonplace, a concept he emphasized on the podcast "No Priors." Huang foresees AI employees integrating into various sectors, including marketing, chip design, and supply chain management. "We're going to have AI employees of all kinds," he stated.
Huang described how these AI workers would function similarly to human employees, receiving assignments, context, and engaging in interactive dialogue. This concept isn't new for Huang; in a July conversation with Wired, he discussed "digital agents" enhancing every job within a company. He reiterated this vision on the "BG2" podcast, envisioning a future where AIs not only collaborate with humans but also manage and recruit other AIs within platforms like Slack.
Addressing concerns about job displacement, Huang argued that AI would secure employment rather than threaten it. He believes companies that leverage AI for increased productivity are likely to grow, reducing the risk of layoffs. Huang is particularly optimistic about Software as a Service (SAAS) platforms, predicting a renaissance with "flourishing agents" that can be specialized and rented out by companies.
Huang's perspective aligns with other CEOs who envision AI becoming a staple in the future workforce. Given his role, Huang actually has to build the tech….
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OpenAI nears launch of AI Agent tool to automate tasks for users
OpenAI is preparing to launch a new AI agent, codenamed “Operator,” which can handle tasks such as coding and booking travel on behalf of users, according to sources familiar with the project. The tool is set to be unveiled in January as a research preview and will be available through OpenAI’s API for developers, revealed an anonymous insider due to the sensitivity of the information. OpenAI has yet to officially comment on the upcoming release.
This move aligns with a broader industry trend toward developing AI agents capable of performing multi-step tasks with minimal supervision. Recently, Anthropic introduced a similar agent that monitors and acts on a user’s computer in real-time. OpenAI’s backer, Microsoft Corp., has also rolled out a suite of agent tools for tasks like sending emails and managing records. Moreover, Alphabet Inc.'s Google is reportedly gearing up to release its own AI agent, as reported by The Information.
OpenAI's focus has been on several agent-related research projects, with the most advanced being a versatile tool designed to execute tasks within a web browser, according to insiders. The release of this tool is anticipated for January.…
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Sam Altman warned OpenAI will ‘steamroll’ AI startups
Spend any time in tech communities online, and you'll be inundated with headlines proclaiming the latest AI breakthrough spells the demise of most AI startups. Given the rapid pace of advancements, this narrative can become exhausting.
It's not just tech journalists and opinion writers driving this conversation. The declarations often come from those at the forefront of these innovations. For instance, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, speaking on the 20VC podcast a few months ago, asserted that his company would steamroll any startup or product attempting to build within their operational sphere.
The underlying concern is that numerous AI startups today are built on "foundational models" created by firms like OpenAI and Anthropic. As these tech giants release increasingly advanced models, lesser-known companies reliant on these technologies risk becoming obsolete.
Take, for example, a new feature in OpenAI's release that allows users to upload PDFs to ChatGPT for interaction. This development could render companies that offer this as their primary service redundant. The consensus among industry observers is that such companies are destined to fail.
Running an AI startup called Consensus, which functions like a hybrid of Google Scholar and ChatGPT, has so far shielded us from the fallout of these tech behemoths. Our goal is to simplify the consumption and search for peer-reviewed scientific research. However, with OpenAI's impending entry into the search market, skeptics argue that our time may be limited.
I stand here to counter this pessimistic view. The sensationalist headlines about the demise of AI startups are largely for show, similar to attention-grabbing headlines in other industries.
Here are three reasons why AI startups are not doomed by every new AI breakthrough:
1. Initial Thin Wrappers: Many startups begin as "thin wrappers" around existing technology, and some will indeed be outpaced by future OpenAI models. Consider Jasper AI, an AI copywriting tool built using OpenAI models. Pre-ChatGPT hype saw Jasper celebrated and valued at a billion dollars. However, as users realized they could access similar functionality directly from ChatGPT, Jasper's revenue and valuation plummeted.
2. Third-Party Technology: Starting with third-party technology is not inherently negative. Founders shouldn't worry about being a "thin wrapper" initially. It's often a necessary step for new products to gain traction. The challenge and goal for startups is to evolve from a thin wrapper to a more robust offering over time through design, user interface, new features, services, branding, and more.
3. Adaptation and Innovation: Ultimately, the ability to adapt and innovate will determine a startup's longevity. While the giants in the AI space continue to push boundaries, there remains ample opportunity for startups to carve out unique niches, offer specialized solutions, and enhance user experiences in ways that large players might overlook.
In summary, the future for AI startups remains promising. Despite the dramatic narratives, there's room for growth, innovation, and success.…