Shannon Longworth

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Articles

Here's the rollercoaster of events since Friday

Nov 22, 2023 | san.com | Shannon Longworth |Emma Stoltzfus

Sam Altman now has his old job back. Here is the timeline of events from Altman’s abrupt dismissal to the moments that led up to his reinstatement as CEO of OpenAI. Friday, Nov. 17, Altman was ousted from OpenAI. Co-founder and President Greg Brockman was removed from the board, then he quit. Mira Murati was appointed as interim CEO. Saturday, Nov. 18, Axios reported on an internal memo written by Chief Operating Officer Brad Lightcap.
Musk vs. Media Matters: Antisemitism allegations and an advertiser exodus

Nov 21, 2023 | san.com | Shannon Longworth |Ryan Tiedgen

Elon Musk faces antisemitism allegations as his platform X, formerly Twitter, bleeds advertisers following an online interaction and a report from the media watchdog group Media Matters. Musk has sued the group for defamation. On Nov. 15, a user on X posted that Jewish communities promote “hatred against whites.” Musk replied with a controversial statement. “You have said the actual truth,” Musk posted.
Microsoft capitalizes on OpenAI turmoil, hires Sam Altman for AI research team

Nov 20, 2023 | san.com | Shannon Longworth |Dan Reardon

In a turn of events, Microsoft has seized the opportunity created by the recent turmoil at OpenAI, securing the services of the startup’s former CEO and president Sam Altman. Microsoft’s stock price surged to a record high following the move. Altman, the former CEO of OpenAI, has assumed a key leadership role at Microsoft, heading a new advanced AI research team. This development comes in tandem with Greg Brockman, Altman’s co-founder at OpenAI, also joining the ranks at Microsoft.
NY to open new offshore wind auction as developers struggle with existing projects

Nov 17, 2023 | san.com | Shannon Longworth |Dan Reardon

New York state will open up a new offshore wind solicitation on Nov. 30 as developers grapple with financial issues in existing projects. The plan allows for bidders that already have contracts as well as new contenders. Those with contracts in New York could re-offer their projects at higher prices. “For New York to continue to be a climate leader, we must be proactive in addressing the near-term challenges affecting the clean energy industry,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a .
Biden and Xi discuss AI, fentanyl, pandas amid heightened tensions

Nov 16, 2023 | san.com | Shannon Longworth |Ian Kennedy |Emma Stoltzfus

President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping convened in San Francisco on Nov. 15 to discuss — among other things — artificial intelligence. Contrary to a South China Morning Post report suggesting a potential pledge to ban AI in nuclear weapon control and deployment, the leaders opted to continue dialogue on the risks of advanced AI systems and enhancing safety.
Miss America 2023 champions energy source

Nov 14, 2023 | san.com | Shannon Longworth |Dan Reardon

Nuclear power has emerged as a focal point of renewed interest in the quest for sustainable energy solutions in the United States. Historically scrutinized over safety concerns, nuclear energy could contribute to the transition away from fossil fuels. Grace Stanke, crowned Miss America 2023, has studied to become a nuclear engineer and advocates for the energy source. “I think more and more people are seeing that as America continues to transition to zero-carbon energy,” Stanke said.
Generative AI threatens 2024 elections; false Israel-Hamas images spread

Nov 10, 2023 | san.com | Shannon Longworth |Ryan Tiedgen

The tech world is preparing for what some say has already begun disrupting democratic processes: Artificial intelligence. More specifically, the focus is on generative AI, a type of AI that creates fake, but convincingly realistic images, audio and text. At the Reuters NEXT conference in New York during the week of Nov.
Orsted reconfigures offshore wind farm, axes two; Biden admin OKs largest project yet

Nov 8, 2023 | san.com | Shannon Longworth |Emma Stoltzfus

Danish energy company Orsted has decided to “reconfigure” one of its offshore wind projects while simultaneously ceasing development on two projects in New Jersey. The future of these projects is uncertain, but the Biden administration remains steadfast in its support for offshore wind development. Last week, the Biden administration marked a milestone by approving the largest offshore wind project in the United States to date, the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project.
Elon Musk's xAI launches chatbot with a 'rebellious streak'

Nov 6, 2023 | san.com | Shannon Longworth |Dan Reardon

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, launched a new chatbot named Grok, which is designed to answer questions “with a bit of wit.” Grok also has a “rebellious streak,” according to xAI. On Nov. 4, the chatbot was announced. It became available to a select group of users and it is intended to compete with ChatGPT, a chatbot created by OpenAI. Musk co-founded OpenAI, but left the board in 2018.
Elon Musk predicts future without need for jobs in talk with British PM Sunak

Nov 3, 2023 | san.com | Shannon Longworth |Dan Reardon

During a live streamed interview-style event on Thursday, Nov. 3, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak asked Elon Musk about the effect of artificial intelligence on jobs. Musk predicted a future where no jobs are needed, but acknowledged the challenges this could pose, such as a lack of meaning in life for humans. Musk’s own company, xAI, is launching its first product on Saturday, Nov. 4.