This Week in AI with cohosts ChatGPT and Tony DeSimone

Microsoft and OpenAI Divorce? - Daily AI Update

The AI News and Trends meeting discussed OpenAI's steps toward independence from Microsoft, including leasing data centers and exploring custom AI chips, which could significantly impact industry dynamics. Nobel Prize winners Jeffrey Hinton and John Hopfield were highlighted for their contributions to neural networks, alongside discussions on AI safety, distinguishing AI-generated content from human creations, and Adobe’s content authenticity initiative. The meeting concluded with reflections on AI’s rapid advancements, new job opportunities in AI policy and content creation, and practical applications like Hugging Face's AI tools and Uber's AI assistant for EV drivers.

GPT-01 Upgrade: Overhyped, Underwhelming, and Missing Promised Features

In this video, the presenter expresses disappointment in the new GPT-01 upgrade, stating that the improvements are minimal, with the most notable being its enhanced math problem-solving ability. The video critiques OpenAI for over-promising and under-delivering on features like the MyGPT store, Sora text-to-video, and advanced voice features. The presenter also mentions concerns over OpenAI’s financial losses and suggests trying competitor AI models like Claude and Gemini.

 

Timeline: 00:02 – Introduction to GPT-01 upgrade and initial impressions of disappointment. 00:11 – Explanation of model improvements, mainly focusing on better math capabilities. 01:03 – Overview of GPT-01 Preview and Mini versions; free version users won’t have access. 01:19 – Example of GPT-01’s thought process in problem-solving, showcasing compound interest explanation. 02:35 – Discussion on how the average user won’t notice significant differences. 02:56 – Critique of OpenAI's broken promises: MyGPT store and revenue sharing. 03:24 – Mention of delayed Sora text-to-video feature. 04:08 – Advanced voice features promised in May 2024, but still not widely available. 05:49 – Discussion of real-time AI features still not fully released. 07:09 – Overview of OpenAI’s financial struggles, losing $5 billion a year. 08:01 – Frustration over promised features never materializing. 09:00 – Comparison to AI competitors like Claude, Runway, and Gemini. 10:02 – Conclusion: GPT-01 upgrade is underwhelming, with calls for OpenAI to focus on delivering promised features.

Link to Generative AI Features Comparison List - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RwhF4hP0BAp9Zm2FGYfQ8kXGu2wU8gIe/view?usp=sharing

This Week in AI - OpenAI Exodus – Is Microsoft Ready to Lead?

In this episode of "This Week in AI," cohosts, Tony DeSimone and ChatGPT explore the latest advancements and trends in artificial intelligence, including its impact on various industries and society at large. The discussion covers topics from the growing demand for AI talent to AI-powered innovations in healthcare, education, fast food drive-thrus, and the exodus of OpenAI leadership, which could pave the way for Microsoft Copilot to take the lead in the AI industry.

Timeline of Key Topic Discussions: 00:00 - 00:08: Introduction and greetings between Tony and ChatGPT.

00:08 - 00:42: Casual conversation about enjoying summer in Buffalo, NY.

00:42 - 01:11: Overview of the topics to be discussed in the episode.

01:11 - 03:08: Discussion on the growing demand for AI talent in the job market.

03:08 - 05:53: Breakthrough AI model revolutionizing disease prediction and its implications for healthcare.

05:53 - 08:22: AI-focused summer camps for young children and the importance of early AI education.

08:22 - 11:14: The gradual transformation of the workforce by AI agents and its impact on jobs.

11:14 - 14:19: Challenges businesses face in moving from AI pilot projects to full deployment.

14:19 - 18:29: OpenAI's leadership exodus and its potential impact, with Microsoft Copilot positioned to take the lead.

18:29 - 21:03: The emergence of the Friend AI wearable device and its effects on human relationships.

21:03 - 24:00: Taco Bell's AI-powered drive-thru revolution and Tony's plan to test its upselling capabilities.

24:00 - 24:13: Closing remarks and wrapping up the episode.

This Week in AI - Featuring Cohosts - Tony DeSimone and ChatGPT

In this episode of "This Week in AI," Tony Desimone and ChatGPT discuss AI's impact on the 2024 Summer Olympics, financial challenges for OpenAI, SearchGPT's potential market disruption, data restriction trends for AI training, and ChatGPT's delayed rollout of advanced voice mode.

Create a Professional Jingle for your Business with this Free AI Tool.

This video showcases the revolutionary AI tool Suno, which allows users to create high-quality jingles and songs for any business within seconds. Whether your business is perceived as boring or dynamic, Suno caters to all by providing an easy-to-use platform where you can either generate music automatically or customize it with your own lyrics. Explore Suno at suno.com. Featured Business Owners: Audrey Hall, owner of EcoServe Pest Services. Explore more at www.ecoservepest.com. Kurt Amico, owner of Mid City Office Furniture. Discover their offerings at midcityofficefurniture.com. Timeline: 00:00 - Introduction to creating radio-quality jingles for any business in less than 30 seconds for free. 00:17 - Overview of Suno and its capabilities to create music in any genre. 00:39 - Examples of diverse music styles generated by Suno. 02:02 - How to use the Suno interface to create or customize jingles. 02:20 - Discussion with Audrey Hall from EcoServe about past experiences and the cost of traditional jingles. 03:17 - Tutorial on creating a custom jingle for EcoServe, demonstrating genres and customization options. 04:28 - Listening to the generated jingles for EcoServe. 06:03 - Explanation of the benefits and potential of Suno in the jingle industry. 07:21 - Conversation with Kurt Amico from Mid City Office Furniture about the utility and affordability of AI-generated jingles. 09:56 - How to download and personalize the jingles created with Suno, with options for public or private sharing. This video not only demonstrates the ease and speed of creating catchy jingles but also underscores the transformative potential of AI in marketing and branding for businesses.

The USA - United States of Amazon - How Amazon is killing small businesses

Amazon is killing small businesses all over America because of their monopolistic practices forcing small businesses to compete on an unfair playing field. Tony explains how they do it and what you can do to avoid being one of Amazon's small business victims.

I need to sell my business now! How much is it worth? Interview with Alan Pawlowski

Merger/Acquisition and valuation specialist, Alan Pawlowski, partner at Nextpoint LLC discusses current market conditions, the increase in distressed businesses, how to determine if your business is in a death spiral or positioned for a turn around, the importance of accurate timely accounting, how to value your business and much more. Also, we are looking for a volunteer to be in a future episode where we value your business live. 

Should I buy a gun to protect my business and family?

There are 400,000,000 guns in circulation in the USA and only 330,000,000 people in America. During 2020, gun sales are on a record pace with over 19 million sold in the first six months of the year. Many people who have never considered having a gun in the past are now asking "should I buy a gun?" Jeff Benty, owner of Just Holster It, answers that question and also talks to us about the changing demographic in customer base, how the CEL CORE program helped him increase sales $350,000 and how his hobby became a full time business.

Grammy winning branding for your business during Covid with Brian Grunert

Brian Grunert, Grammy winner, six time nominee and owner of White Bicycle shares with us why branding and marketing during the post covid recession is more important than ever, how to get brand recognition and "cut through all the noise", how he uses his Grammy winning design skills to improve his clients branding, he shares his new album cover design which features Jimmy Sweeney, who was an early influence on Elvis Presley (sounds just like him). Brian also discusses his idea for a Gen X haircut truck and promises to share the hilarious (and somewhat embarrassing) story about his encounters with Weird Al Yankovic only if you ask him.

In an Era when a Can of Beans is a Divisive Topic, it's Time to Understand Both Sides of Every Issue

Fireside Chat: In this episode, Tony talks about the divisiveness culture we live in and what you can do to avoid it. He also shares the latest on the economy and what his clients are experiencing post quarantine as well as what they are seeing (or not seeing) in 2021.