Sam Altman wants Washington's backing for his $7 trillion AI chip venture

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was fired by the company's board on Friday.

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Why Paramount's problems should worry the rest of the media giants

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Paramount is in rough waters — just like the entire media industry.

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Google will now wait on hold for you with customer service — here's how it works

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Once a callback is requested, Google will keep you updated via text.

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Jack Harlow, Palaye Royale, and other music artists are using blockchain to connect with fans — and build profitable online communities

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Jack Harlow uses the blockchain-supported platform Mith for his online fan club, Private Garden.

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Facebook mom groups are powerful resources. One helped me navigate getting glasses for my toddler.

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The author's toddler needed glasses and thanks to a Facebook group she was able to get them.

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Richard Branson and Oppenheimer's grandson among those warning about future AI risks

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The Future of Life Institute has previously expressed concerns about AI risks.

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Elon Musk's SpaceX was reportedly fined $3,600 following the 'near amputation' of a worker's foot

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The incident is part of a larger trend of safety concerns at SpaceX facilities.

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A premium-only airline says it will give some passengers Apple Vision Pros instead of regular in-flight entertainment

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A customer trying on the Apple Vision Pro.

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I'm a tech worker who got laid off twice in a year. I've made good money — but I'm paranoid it will happen again.

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Amber Smith currently works as a product owner for an insurance company.

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Send Sam Altman random ideas for AI videos — he might make them with OpenAI's new 'Sora' tool

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.

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