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OpenAI president discloses his stake in the company is worth $30B - WTOP News
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technology8h ago

OpenAI president discloses his stake in the company is worth $30B - WTOP News

https://wtop.com/business-finance/2026/05/openai-president-discloses-his-stake-in-the-company-is-worth-30b/https://www.wired.com/story/greg-brockman-testifies-musk-v-altman-trial/https://nypost.com/2026/05/04/business/openai-president-greg-brockman-grilled-over-embarrassing-diary-entries-while-taking-charitable-donations-from-elon-musk-what-will-take-me-to-1b/
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  • Greg Brockman confirmed that OpenAI is exploring an IPO, highlighting a path from nonprofit roots to a capitalized growth company.
  • Brockman said his OpenAI stake is worth nearly $30 billion, signaling strong wealth tied to governance within the firm.
  • During testimony he disclosed a $471 million Stripe investment and a stake in Corweave, showing a broader web of tech fortunes linked to OpenAI.
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The Steam Controller sold out in 30 minutes, utterly breaking Steam in the process
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technology12h ago

The Steam Controller sold out in 30 minutes, utterly breaking Steam in the process

https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/controllers/the-steam-controller-sold-out-in-30-minutes-utterly-breaking-steam-in-the-process/https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/steam-controller-orders-immediately-break-valves-servers-usd200-scalper-listings-appear-after-it-sells-out-in-under-an-hour/https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/steam-controller-scalpers-are-asking-for-usd300-on-ebay-valves-usd99-controller-demands-high-price-as-pre-orders-sell-out-almost-immediately
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  • The Steam Controller sold out in 30 minutes, utterly breaking Steam in the process.
  • The Steam Controller is already going in and out of stock, signaling ongoing demand despite mixed availability.
  • We have significant quantity built up and production capacity, but noted that Whether what we consider ‘significant’ lines up with the world at large and how many people might want this controller, I guess we’ll find out.
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#3
Call of Duty 2026 Won't Be Releasing on Last-Gen Consoles
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technology8h ago

Call of Duty 2026 Won't Be Releasing on Last-Gen Consoles

https://www.ign.com/articles/call-of-duty-2026-wont-be-releasing-on-last-gen-consoleshttps://www.gamesradar.com/games/call-of-duty/activision-kills-call-of-duty-rumor-next-game-will-not-be-on-ps4-ending-last-gen-support-nearly-6-years-after-ps5-and-xbox-series-x-launch/https://insider-gaming.com/call-of-duty-no-longer-release-last-gen-consoles-consoles/
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  • The next Call of Duty will not be developed for PS4, signaling a shift to newer consoles and an end to last-gen support.
  • Kotaku confirms the shift away from PS4 and Xbox One as the series moves to current-gen hardware, ending a long era.
  • The switch away from PS4/Xbox One has been a long time coming, as players wait for the franchise to shed last-gen hardware.
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Las Vegas science and technology expo wraps 15th year
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technology1d ago

Las Vegas science and technology expo wraps 15th year

https://www.fox5vegas.com/video/2026/05/04/las-vegas-science-technology-expo-wraps-15th-year/https://www.wowt.com/video/2026/05/04/las-vegas-science-technology-expo-wraps-15th-year/https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/05/04/las-vegas-science-technology-expo-wraps-15th-year/
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  • More than 60 interactive exhibits and live demonstrations from scientists were on display Saturday at the World Market Center, with hands-on science and modern technology freely available to families.
  • Organizers said they are already planning next year’s festival and are looking for more community partners to help make it even bigger.
  • The expo aimed to break down barriers by offering free events like this giant expo, making it easy for families to come out, learn together, and enjoy science and technology.
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Anthropic and OpenAI are both launching joint ventures for enterprise AI services | TechCrunch
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technology12h ago

Anthropic and OpenAI are both launching joint ventures for enterprise AI services | TechCrunch

https://techcrunch.com/2026/05/04/anthropic-and-openai-are-both-launching-joint-ventures-for-enterprise-ai-services/https://www.blackstone.com/news/press/anthropic-partners-with-blackstone-hellman-friedman-and-goldman-sachs-to-launch-enterprise-ai-services-firm/https://fortune.com/2026/05/04/anthropic-claude-consulting-industry-joint-venture-blackstone-goldman-sachs/
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  • The venture combines implementation capability with ownership of the underlying model, challenging traditional consulting firms as it embeds engineers inside companies to redesign workflows.
  • Goldman Sachs and partners back the joint venture to deploy Claude across portfolios, aiming to accelerate enterprise AI adoption with a broad client network.
  • The initiative aims to accelerate AI adoption by embedding capabilities where work happens, not just in isolated software deployments across mid-sized companies.
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Randy Pitchford Posts Strange AI 'Selfie' and is Surprised When Gamers Don't Like It
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technology14h ago

Randy Pitchford Posts Strange AI 'Selfie' and is Surprised When Gamers Don't Like It

https://insider-gaming.com/randy-pitchford-ai-selfie-gamers-dont-like-it/https://kotaku.com/borderlands-4-boss-posts-slop-after-fans-were-already-worried-about-ai-generated-patch-notes-our-policy-is-no-ai-in-any-work-that-could-ever-be-seen-by-any-customer-2000692933https://www.gamesradar.com/games/borderlands/gearbox-head-randy-pitchford-says-borderlands-maker-wont-use-ai-for-any-work-that-could-ever-be-seen-after-posting-chatgpt-generated-image-of-a-gearbox-employee/
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  • Gearbox maintains a strict no-AI policy for anything customers could see, aligning with Pitchford amid the AI backlash.
  • Pitchford says background words in the AI selfie were not prompted and have no real-world link to Gearbox.
  • A broader reference ties Gearbox’s stance to industry concerns as Take-Two frames gen AI as the tech of the future.
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Wildfire-prone states are using AI for early detection
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technology34m ago

Wildfire-prone states are using AI for early detection

https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2026-05-04/wildfire-prone-states-are-using-ai-for-early-detectionhttps://apnews.com/video/western-states-are-increasingly-using-ai-to-spot-wildfires-95eec45c162742beb3907f609eb09e8a
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  • Western states are expanding AI camera networks to detect wildfires early and notify analysts for rapid verification.
  • Arizona Public Service has nearly 40 active AI smoke-detection cameras, aiming for 71 by summer’s end.
  • Cal Fire and other agencies say AI complements human decision-making on fire suppression tactics.
  • Experts note AI reduces response time in rural or remote areas where 911 calls may be delayed.
  • Costs and false alarms remain challenges, limiting adoption and requiring human oversight.
  • Pano AI and other vendors offer AI-powered detection blended with satellite data for wildfire forecasting.
  • Researchers project real-time maps to predict fire spread and inform evacuations within years.
  • AI is used to monitor air quality and identify optimal vegetation thinning or controlled burns.
  • The approach aims to limit fire growth and protect communities amid worsening wildfire seasons.
  • Climate change is cited as a driver for drier conditions that intensify wildfires.
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“She Locked Herself In My Office And Started Doing My Work”: Wife Pretends To Be Her Husband And Does His Job While He’s Sick
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technology1d ago

“She Locked Herself In My Office And Started Doing My Work”: Wife Pretends To Be Her Husband And Does His Job While He’s Sick

https://www.boredpanda.com/wife-pretended-work-sick-husband-reddit/
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  • Latest development: the wife temporarily handled her husband’s work to keep the project on track while he rested.
  • Event context: the husband was sick with a cold during a critical deadline at work.
  • Scope note: the wife has a similar software role and could understand most of the husband’s tasks.
  • Ethical takeaway: the couple agreed this should not become a regular arrangement due to potential risks.
  • Industry insight: similar setups can raise concerns about confidentiality and contract terms.
  • Home-work dynamic: both spouses work from home, enabling flexible task sharing.
  • Public reaction: comments from readers mixed on the morality and practicality of the act.
  • Potential risks: oversimplified outsourcing of work can lead to trust and disciplinary issues.
  • Cultural context: remote work dynamics may allow double-job scenarios, but demand careful handling.
  • Bottom line: the story sparked discussions about authentic work ethics and supporting partners without compromising work integrity.
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Tuesday briefing: How AI facial recognition in policing works – and how it can go wrong
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technology54m ago

Tuesday briefing: How AI facial recognition in policing works – and how it can go wrong

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/05/tuesday-briefing-how-ai-facial-recognition-in-policing-works-and-how-it-can-go-wrong
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  • Live facial recognition trials are expanding in the UK, outpacing safeguards.
  • Croydon live-RFID cameras were used in a police pilot showing rapid alerts to officers.
  • Advocates say facial recognition can lead to arrests and deter shoplifting.
  • Critics warn about false identifications and deeper privacy harms in public spaces.
  • There are documented cases of misidentifications, including Facewatch incidents.
  • watchdogs say the oversight system is fragmented and lagging behind technology.
  • Home Office is considering a new legal framework for facial recognition.
  • Public opinion is mixed, with some believing safeguards are sufficient and others worried about liberties.
  • Liberty warns of potential abuses like protest monitoring and post-event data use.
  • Experts say regulation must keep pace with technology to preserve rights.
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#10
Incredible AI reconstruction of Pompeii victim's face as he fled eruption
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technology48m ago

Incredible AI reconstruction of Pompeii victim's face as he fled eruption

https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/uk-news/incredible-ai-reconstruction-pompeii-victims-37096578
Dailystar.co.uk
  • AI and archaeology team digitally reconstruct a Pompeii victim's face from skeletal remains and survey data.
  • The AI portrait portrays a man racing along a debris-filled street with a protective bowl raised overhead.
  • Experts believe the victim died during the initial phase of the eruption from falling debris.
  • The project blends technology with archaeology to educate the public about ancient life.
  • Some online commenters criticized the AI effort, saying it 'just drew a picture'.
  • Pompeii’s ruins, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, are central to the study.
  • The portrait includes items found with the person, like a terracotta mortar and oil lamp.
  • Park director Gabriel Zuchtriegel supports AI's use in renewing classical studies.
  • The research aims to make archaeology more approachable by adding color and emotion while staying factual.
  • The story highlights the debate over the usefulness of AI in archaeology.
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