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In this episode of Tech Unraveled, we explore the rise and fall of OpenAI, once a celebrated pioneer in ethical AI development. Founded with a mission to ensure artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity, OpenAI captivated the world with groundbreaking innovations like GPT-3 and DALL-E. But as the organization shifted from a non-profit to a capped-profit model, entered exclusive licensing deals with Microsoft, and became increasingly secretive, public trust began to erode.
We’ll dive into the controversies that have plagued OpenAI, from its handling of biased AI outputs to the drama surrounding CEO Sam Altman’s brief ousting. These issues have sparked criticism that OpenAI is prioritizing profit over its original mission, raising questions about the ethics of AI development.
Join us as we unpack the challenges O ...