Welcome to the latest edition of our Tech Updates! It's May 19, 2023 and we are ready to take you on another exciting journey through the most exciting developments and news from the world of technology.
This week, big changes are in focus. We'll look at the latest movements in the field of artificial intelligence, from Apple and its decision to limit the use of AI tools like ChatGPT, to OpenAI demonstrating its commitment to the mobile world by launching the ChatGPT app for iOS devices.
We also take a look at YouTube and its plans to introduce 30-second unskippable ads for TV and ask how such changes could impact the user experience.
Apple restricts the use of AI tools like ChatGPT
In a notable move, Apple has restricted its employees from using third-party artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT. This ban comes at a time when companies are increasingly concerned about the security and privacy of their information.
Apple, known for its strict privacy policies, cites concerns that such AI tools could lead to confidential company information being publicly disclosed. The exact details of the restrictions are not yet known, but the decision underscores Apple's commitment to data privacy.
This move is not limited to Apple. A number of other global heavyweights such as Samsung, JPMorgan Chase and Verizon have banned similar AI-powered tools due to similar privacy concerns. With AI models becoming increasingly complex, the concern about data leaks is a real threat to businesses.
In response to these concerns, Microsoft is developing a special version of ChatGPT for business users. This version aims to address the privacy concerns of enterprises by introducing special security and privacy measures. This initiative is expected to pave the way for wider adoption of AI-powered tools in the business world.
Meanwhile, there are reports that Apple is working on its own large language models and AI technologies. Although there is no official confirmation yet, it would be a logical development for Apple to continue to build out its own AI infrastructure to further ensure data security and privacy.
Overall, it seems that we are in a time of change in which companies are more intensively considering the risks and opportunities associated with the use of AI technologies. Security and data protection will play an increasingly important role.
ChatGPT iOS App: OpenAI enters the mobile market
OpenAI has reached a major milestone by launching the official ChatGPT app for iOS, opening up a whole new world of access to artificial intelligence for millions of iOS users. The app will launch first in the US and will expand to other countries in the coming weeks.
The iOS app will allow users to enjoy ChatGPT's impressive capabilities right on their mobile devices. Additionally, the app will be designed to sync chat histories seamlessly across different devices.This means that users can continue the dialogue with ChatGPT regardless of which device they are currently using.
Another notable feature of the app is the integration of the Whisper speech recognition system, which supports voice input. This makes ChatGPT even more intuitive and accessible to use.
Android users can rejoice, as the ChatGPT app is expected to be available for Android devices soon, expanding the reach of the AI platform even further.
Additional benefits are available for ChatGPT Plus subscribers, who will get exclusive access to the capabilities of GPT-4, including early access to new features and faster response times. All will be accessible on iOS devices.
The ChatGPT app's uses are diverse, ranging from providing quick answers and personalized advice, to delivering creative inspiration, to career support and learning opportunities. With the launch of this app on the mobile market, OpenAI promises to revolutionize the way we interact with AI.
YouTube introduces unskippable 30-second ads for TV
YouTube, the popular video platform, is planning some changes to its advertising strategy. In particular, the company has announced that it will introduce unskippable 30-second ads for television. These longer commercials will be shown instead of two consecutive 15-second ads.
In addition, YouTube plans to display ads even when users pause videos. These so-called "pause ads" will appear as banners around the video and can be removed by selecting the "close" button. It is still unclear when exactly these changes will be introduced, but YouTube has already announced an increased crackdown on ad blockers.
The 30-second ads will only be for high-quality content, showing that YouTube is trying to continue to provide users with a high-quality experience. The company is also testing other formats, such as ads that appear on the TV screen when a video is paused.
In parallel, YouTube has also introduced pop-up messages indicating that ad blockers are not allowed on the platform. Instead of using ad blockers, YouTube recommends users to subscribe to YouTube Premium to enjoy an ad-free viewing experience.
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That's it for today's tech updates. This week we saw companies like Apple and YouTube adapt their strategies to improve privacy and user experience respectively, while OpenAI opens up new opportunities for mobile access to artificial intelligence with the launch of the ChatGPT app on iOS.
These developments demonstrate how technology companies strive to continuously evolve their products and services to respond to changing trends and demands. They also underscore the importance of data privacy and user experience in today's digital world.
We look forward to bringing you the latest developments and news from the world of technology again next week!
