TLDR: Elon Musk’s XAI unveils Grock, an AI competitor to OpenAI’s ChatGPT; OpenAI and Xbox make major AI advancements; Western Digital splits business units.
This article is a summary of a You Tube video “Grok” by TechLinked
Key Takeaways:
- XAI’s Grock vs OpenAI’s ChatGPT: XAI, Elon Musk’s AI company, has unveiled Grock, a competitor to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, featuring real-time access to all posts on X (formerly Twitter).
- Grock’s Unique Features: Grock is named after a term by Robert A. Heinlein, implying intuitive understanding. It’s designed to appreciate humor and sarcasm.
- Technology and Performance: Despite being trained on only 33 billion parameters in a couple of months, Grock reportedly outperforms Meta’s Llama 2 and OpenAI’s GPT-3.5 in benchmarks.
- Exclusive Early Access: Grock’s early access is limited to verified users on X, adding an element of exclusivity to its initial rollout.
- OpenAI’s Developments: OpenAI announced several initiatives, including custom versions of ChatGPT (GPTs), a 128k context window for GP4 Turbo, an assistance API, and a copyright shield.
- Revenue and Accessibility in AI: The new developments from OpenAI, like the GPT store and revenue-sharing plans, highlight the evolving commercial aspect of AI technology.
- Intel’s Naming Scheme: Intel’s new naming scheme for core processors, like the Core Ultra 915h and 150u, indicates a shift in branding and product differentiation.
- Mediatek’s Dimensity 9300 Processor: Mediatek’s new flagship mobile processor focuses on enhanced AI processing with increased performance and efficiency.
- Xbox and Inworld AI Partnership: Xbox’s multi-year partnership with Inworld AI aims to integrate AI characters into games, enhancing interactivity and development.
- Western Digital’s Business Split: Western Digital’s decision to separate its Flash and hard drive businesses reflects market demands and strategic business restructuring.
