Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 11/30 – The Prodigal Son Is Back
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Nov 30, 2023 Sam Altman is back at OpenAI, stirring excitement over new governance dynamics. Meta is set to launch Threads in Europe, but faces challenges with its ad-free subscription model. In the world of AI, there's worrying news as large language models might accidentally disclose their sensitive training data. Meanwhile, the environmental impact of cryptocurrency mining raises eyebrows, with water use escalating alarmingly. Lastly, Google warns of deleting inactive accounts—best check yours before it's too late!
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Altman's Return and Microsoft's Influence
- Sam Altman returns as OpenAI's CEO after a dramatic boardroom struggle.
- Microsoft gains observer status on OpenAI's newly restructured board.
Threads' European Launch and Regulatory Compliance
- Meta plans to launch Threads in Europe in December, giving users a profile-less option.
- This move aims to comply with stricter EU regulations regarding online services.
Meta's Ad-Free Subscription Controversy
- Meta's ad-free subscription service faces legal challenges in Europe.
- Consumer groups allege it violates EU consumer laws due to deceptive practices and high fees.