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technology1 year ago

OpenAI Invests Over $10M to Secure Chat.com Domain

OpenAI has reportedly acquired the domain chat.com, previously owned by HubSpot's Dharmesh Shah, for over $10 million, aligning with its rebranding efforts. Shah had initially purchased the domain for $10 million, believing in the potential of chat-based user interfaces. The domain's sale price was recorded at $15.5 million, though OpenAI has not confirmed the exact amount. This acquisition reflects OpenAI's strategic moves in the AI and chatbot space, despite not hosting ChatGPT on the new domain.

via The Verge|
#chatgpt#dharmeshshah#domainpurchase
politics1 year ago

Tech Titans Unite in Congratulating Trump on Election Victory

Tech leaders, including Jeff Bezos, Sam Altman, and Tim Cook, congratulated Donald Trump on his presidential election victory. Despite past tensions, Bezos praised Trump's political comeback, while other CEOs expressed eagerness to collaborate with the new administration. Elon Musk, a key Trump ally, also celebrated the win, which boosted Tesla shares. The tech community anticipates working with Trump's administration on innovation and policy issues.

via CNBC|
#election2024#jeffbezos#politics
businesstechnology2 years ago

"OpenAI's Sam Altman Highlights Fear of Retaliation Among Muslim Tech Workers"

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has expressed concern for Muslim, Arab, and Palestinian tech workers, who he says are hesitant to speak about their experiences due to fear of retaliation and career damage. His comments follow the recent violence in Gaza and Israel, which has led to a rise in both anti-Semitic and Islamophobic incidents. Altman, who is Jewish, acknowledged the problem of anti-Semitism but noted a lack of support for Muslim colleagues in the tech industry. He advocates for empathy and unity in supporting these workers during these difficult times.

via CNN|
##businesstechnology#empathy
technology-and-society2 years ago

"OpenAI's Sam Altman Highlights Fear Among Muslim Tech Workers Over Speaking Out"

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman expressed concern over the reluctance of Muslim and Arab tech workers to speak about their experiences due to fear of retaliation, amidst the backdrop of the war in Gaza. Altman, who is Jewish, acknowledged the rise in antisemitism but noted a lack of support for Muslims in the industry. The war has led to a significant increase in both Islamophobic and antisemitic incidents in the U.S. Altman's comments highlight the need for empathy and support for marginalized communities within the tech sector.

via Reuters|
##antisemitism#islamophobia
technology-and-society2 years ago

OpenAI's Sam Altman Highlights Fear of Retaliation Among Muslim and Palestinian Tech Workers

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has called for the tech industry to support Palestinian colleagues who are hesitant to speak about their experiences due to fear of retaliation and career damage. This comes in the context of the recent Israel-Hamas conflict, which has seen a significant rise in both antisemitism and Islamophobia. Altman, who is Jewish, acknowledged the growing problem of antisemitism but noted less support for Muslim colleagues. The statement follows an apology from OpenAI’s Research Platform head Tal Broda for his controversial posts supporting Israel's military actions. Advocacy groups report a sharp increase in hate incidents against both Jews and Muslims since the conflict escalated.

via Fox Business|
##israelpalestineconflict#openai
technology-and-society2 years ago

"OpenAI's Sam Altman Highlights Fear Among Muslim and Arab Tech Workers Over Speaking Out"

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman highlighted the discomfort and fear of retaliation that Muslim and Arab tech workers, particularly Palestinians, face when speaking up about recent events, amidst a rise in Islamophobia and antisemitism. Altman called for unity and empathy within the tech industry during these difficult times and acknowledged the growing problem of antisemitism, noting that he has seen more support against antisemitism than for Muslims. The discussion comes in the context of a significant increase in reported anti-Muslim and antisemitic incidents in the U.S. following the war in Gaza.

via Forbes|
##antisemitism#islamophobia
society-and-ethics2 years ago

"Exploring the Complex Landscape of Effective Altruism Ethics"

The effective altruism community is facing controversies due to the actions of two prominent figures named Sam—Sam Bankman-Fried, associated with a bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange, and Sam Altman, involved in debates over artificial intelligence ethics. While the community is trying to move past Bankman-Fried's scandal, Altman's recent actions have sparked new ethical debates, particularly in relation to a research partnership on AI. Despite these challenges, the community continues to engage in discussions about morality and the future of humanity, highlighting the movement's resilience amidst scrutiny.

via BNN Breaking|
##controversy#effectivealtruism