Xiaomi, the global consumer electronics and smart manufacturing company, today announced its foray into the fiercely competitive artificial intelligence landscape with the unveiling of MiMo, its first open-source large language model designed specifically for reasoning tasks. This strategic move positions Xiaomi alongside other Chinese tech giants in the pursuit of advanced AI capabilities. Developed by … Read more
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, the company behind the groundbreaking AI model ChatGPT, has embarked on a whirlwind tour of Asia, visiting several key countries including Japan, South Korea, and India. This high-profile trip is seen by many as a strategic move by OpenAI to solidify its presence in the rapidly growing Asian AI … Read more
The circumstances surrounding the death of Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI researcher, have taken a dramatic turn with Elon Musk publicly questioning the initial suicide ruling and expressing support for Balaji’s mother, who alleges foul play. This high-profile involvement has amplified calls for a thorough investigation into the young researcher’s death, raising concerns about potential … Read more
In a move signaling ongoing efforts to streamline operations and boost efficiency, Google has recently announced another round of job cuts, this time focusing on management positions. CEO Sundar Pichai confirmed the reduction of top management roles by 10% during an all-hands meeting, emphasizing the company’s commitment to simplifying its structure and navigating a rapidly … Read more
The world of artificial intelligence (AI) was stunned by the news of the untimely death of Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI researcher who had recently become a prominent whistleblower. Balaji, an Indian-origin AI expert, was found deceased in his San Francisco apartment. While the official cause of death is yet to be determined, authorities have … Read more