TLDR: 2023: AI revolution in tech, OpenAI and Google’s advancements, Microsoft’s AI integration, graphic card updates, Apple’s gaming focus, and big tech’s growing societal impact.
This article is a summary of a You Tube video “A Wild Year of Tech News – 2023 Christmas Special” by TechLinked
Key Takeaways:
- AI Development Surge: 2023 saw a tech craze ignited by OpenAI’s Chat GPT and subsequent advancements in AI models like GPT-3.5, ngp4, and multimodal chatbots capable of seeing, hearing, and speaking.
- Google’s Bard and Gemini Models: Google responded to the AI wave with Bard and the newer Gemini models, emphasizing the importance of AI capabilities in tech advancements.
- OpenAI’s GPT Store and Leadership Changes: OpenAI experienced delays in launching the GPT Store due to board-level issues, leading to CEO changes and Microsoft’s involvement in their operations.
- Microsoft Integrating Chat GPT in Bing: Microsoft incorporated Chat GPT into Bing, creating a unique AI-driven search experience, though it faced challenges with its AI chatbot, Sydney.
- AI’s Impact and Ethical Concerns: The year highlighted AI’s potential and risks, with AI-generated images fooling the internet and experts like Jeffrey Hinton raising alarms about AI dangers.
- AI in Education and Healthcare: Chat GPT significantly influenced education systems, and AI was used in healthcare, including an eating disorder helpline replacing human staff with chatbots.
- Advancements in AI Art and Imaging: AI technology in art and imaging, like mid Journey V5 and OpenAI’s Dall-E 3, showed significant improvements, impacting various industries.
- Graphic Card Developments by Nvidia and AMD: Nvidia and AMD released new graphic cards, with Nvidia’s focus shifting towards AI accelerators, reaching a near $1 trillion valuation.
- Apple’s Increasing Focus on Gaming: Apple made strides in gaming with new features like Ray tracing and metal effects upscaling, challenging traditional gaming platforms.
- Big Tech’s Influence and Regulatory Challenges: The year underscored the growing influence of big tech companies, with regulatory challenges and the public’s growing skepticism about their power in society.
