#99: Microsoft Build’s AI Announcement, OpenAI Scarlett Johansson Controversy, and Google’s Awful AI Overviews

This podcast episode explores the recent developments and controversies in the field of AI, focusing on companies like Microsoft, OpenAI, Google, and NVIDIA. It highlights the introduction of new AI features such as Team Copilot and PHY-3-Vision, as well as the concerns raised about privacy and misuse of recorded screenshots. The controversies surrounding OpenAI's use of voices similar to Scarlett Johansson's without her consent and the resulting backlash are discussed, shedding light on the importance of trust in AI organizations. The section also delves into the challenges of understanding large language models and the ongoing research efforts to interpret their inner workings. The potential risks of AI systems and the need for regulation are explored, including the impact of EU regulations on AI innovation and adoption. The introduction of AI products like CoCounsel and Grok, and the financial success of NVIDIA, are also discussed, highlighting the disruptive potential and remarkable achievements of AI in various industries.