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What to decode:

• ⏳ Microsoft has established strict guidelines for Bing search data.

• 🐶 A dog’s life was saved by GPT-4.

• 🤖 Will AI take your job?

• 🎥 Zoom’s new AI features

THE BATTLE OF CODE

Microsoft has declared war 💣

Microsoft has just sent out a polite but stern warning to rival search engines that are using Bing's search data to power their own artificial intelligence (AI) models. The tech giant believes that this could be a breach of contracts, and they are not afraid to take legal action to protect their interests. Some of the search engines that are potentially at risk include DuckDuckGo, You.com, and Neeva.

It's not uncommon for search engines to pay for the privilege of using Microsoft Bing's vast search data to enhance their own search outputs. However, Microsoft is now drawing a line in the sand, stating that it will not tolerate any infringement on its data. This move highlights the growing importance of AI models as a battleground for tech giants, as they seek to protect their valuable data and maintain their competitive edge.

While startups like DuckDuckGo, You.com, and Neeva may be using Bing's data as just one component of their search outputs, this warning from Microsoft makes it clear that they are not invincible. In the cutthroat world of tech, AI models are the new front lines. Even OpenAI, one of the most prominent names in AI development, is facing its own challenges with defending its data. Stanford researchers were able to use ChatGPT data to create a competing AI model called Alpaca, using Meta's LLaMA model.

So, as the battle for AI supremacy continues to heat up, it's clear that tech giants like Microsoft are not afraid to defend their data at all costs. The question now is: who will be the next to take up the challenge?

INTO THE CODE

• A user exploited a bug in ChatGPT's system that allowed them to view the titles of other users' chat histories.

• Some built a reverse Turing test in which GPT-4 created 10 questions to determine if ChatGPt was AI or human. Spoiler: GPT-4 thinks ChatGPT is an AI.

• GPT-4 saved a dog's life.

• Stability AI CEO thinks it'd take about $200-300 million to create an open-source version of GPT-4.

• Lex Fridman interviews Sam Altman. In typical Lex form, it's 2.5 hours long, so here are some notes we found.

• From Wharton associate professor Ethan MollicK: What can an AI do in 30 minutes?

• Databricks created a ChatGPT alternative with a two-year-old model for $30 and 3 hours.

THE SUPERIOR CODE

Will AI take your job? 💼

Are you worried that robots are coming for your job? Well, don't be too quick to panic! While AI has the potential to automate certain tasks and even entire industries, the truth is that it's not as simple as "robots versus humans."

For starters, jobs that require creativity, empathy, and interpersonal skills are much less likely to be automated. So, if your job involves working with people, whether you're a therapist or a barista, you're in luck! It's going to be a long time before a robot can match the human touch.

On the other hand, if your job involves repetitive tasks or mind-numbing data entry, you might want to start thinking about a career change. Let's face it, machines are way better than us when it comes to mindless, repetitive work. But don't worry, you're not alone. There are plenty of jobs that are safe from the robo-pocalypse, and with a little bit of training, you can make yourself invaluable.

Of course, it's not all doom and gloom. While some jobs may be more vulnerable to automation than others, the truth is that AI is still far from perfect. Machines struggle with complex decision-making and can't match the creativity and intuition of a human worker. So, if you're in a field that requires these skills, you can breathe a little easier knowing that your job is safe... for now.

In the end, the impact of AI on the job market is going to be nuanced and multifaceted. Machines will augment human labor, making certain tasks easier and more efficient while allowing workers to focus on the tasks that require human skills. So, whether you're a human or a robot, there's plenty of work to go around.

What do you think?

Zoom’s new AI features 🧑‍💻

Zoom, the video conferencing giant, has just announced some exciting new AI features that are sure to revolutionize the way we conduct virtual meetings.

Are you tired of sifting through hours of meeting recordings to find that one crucial nugget of information? Fear not, my friends! Zoom's new AI-powered meeting summary feature will do all the heavy lifting for you. With just a click of a button, you'll be able to receive a detailed recap of all the important points discussed in your virtual meetings.

But wait, there's more! Zoom's AI is not content with simply summarizing your meetings. It's also got its eyes on your email and calendar. With the new AI-powered email and calendar features, Zoom will be able to automatically schedule meetings, prioritize emails, and even suggest follow-up tasks. Say goodbye to the endless scroll of emails and the endless back-and-forth of scheduling conflicts.

So, how does it all work, you ask? Zoom's AI uses natural language processing and machine learning algorithms to analyze your meetings, emails, and calendar events. It then extracts relevant information and summarizes it in a clear and concise manner, making your life just that much easier.