🤖 PwC’s Massive AI Integration

Hello AI Enthusiast,

Google has tackled the bizarre responses from their AI Overviews, explaining what went wrong and how they're fixing it. PwC is making waves by partnering with OpenAI. Meanwhile, OpenAI is revamping its safety measures after some key team members left.

Before we dive into the details, we’ve released something we think you’ll love. 🤩

The Big Picture 🔊

PwC Teams Up with OpenAI

PwC teamed up with OpenAI to become the first big resale partner and the largest user of their ChatGPT Enterprise. Over 100,000 PwC employees in the U.S. and U.K. will get access to advanced AI tools, which will be integrated into PwC's services to boost efficiency and enhance audit, tax, and consulting solutions for clients.

💡Our Take: PwC isn't just reselling ChatGPT Enterprise; they're also going to help businesses implement it, which shows they're getting a lot of client interest and want to be ready for different use cases. It's interesting to think about how this fits with OpenAI's partnership with Microsoft, as you’d expect Microsoft to lead the way here. Just like PwC, we know AI is changing how we work. That's why we offer corporate training to help teams use AI effectively in their daily tasks.

Google Addresses AI Overviews' Odd Responses

Last week, we told you about screenshots of odd responses from Google AI Overviews, and a few days ago, Google addressed this issue in a blog post. They explained that the errors were due to misinterpreting queries, language nuances, and limited high-quality content for unusual questions. To fix this, they said they improved detection for nonsensical queries, limited the inclusion of satirical and user-generated content, and implemented stricter content policies.

💡Our Take: Google used this article to plainly explain to anyone what happened. On one hand, they justify themselves by arguing that the questions were silly and, in some cases, never made before. On the other hand, we believe they have enough resources to test features more thoroughly before making them publicly available. In any case, based on the questions asked, it seems that people enjoy finding mistakes whenever a new AI feature is released.

OpenAI's New Safety Steps

After a few rocky weeks with key exits from their safety team, OpenAI announced that they've managed to disrupt several covert influence operations using their AI, making sure these bad actors didn't get any extra mileage from their tools. They've also set up a new Safety and Security Committee, which will spend the next 90 days figuring out the best safety measures for their projects.

💡Our Take: It seems like OpenAI is trying to reassure everyone that they're still serious about safety and regulation, especially after losing some key team members. Honestly, it feels a bit like a marketing move; they mentioned blocking several accounts, but they weren’t very clear on how dangerous those accounts actually were. Plus, this kind of work isn't unique, every tech company is cracking down on fake accounts these days.

Bits and Bobs 🗞️

• Mistral has launched Codestral, a code-generating model designed to assist developers with coding tasks, following in the footsteps of other companies building similar tools.

• Scale AI has launched SEAL Leaderboards to evaluate hundreds of LLMs on performance and safety, ensuring unbiased and up-to-date assessments.

• Google has unveiled new AI-powered features for its Chromebook Plus line, including a writing assistant, wallpaper creator, and easy access to the Gemini chatbot.

• The list of partnerships between OpenAI and publishers is growing, with Vox Media and The Atlantic now licensing content for ChatGPT to enhance news discovery.

• OpenAI has launched two new initiatives, both offering discounted rates: OpenAI for Nonprofits, aimed at helping nonprofit organizations, and ChatGPT Edu, designed to make AI more accessible and affordable for universities.

On the Podcast 🎧

In the latest episode of our podcast "I'm NOT a Robot," we chat with Anke Pätzold, head of Strategic Operations at Ströer Core, a top German media company. Anke discusses how her team is innovating for a future where AI enhances human capabilities rather than replacing them. From personalized advertising to a human-centered business strategy. Tune in to learn how Ströer Core is redefining the media landscape with AI.

Watch it on YouTube or listen to it on Spotify.

Tribal News 🫂

Check out the amazing, or AI-mazing as he prefers to say, project by Alessandro De Salve, one of our GenAI Project Bootcamp students. He has created a learning platform for IT recruiters by blending the skills he learned from our program with his industry know-how. Alessandro has kept pushing the boundaries, building more AI projects after the course (Alessandro, we’re proud of you! ❤️). Click on the conversation screenshot to learn more about his project. 👇

From Our Channels 🤳

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That's a wrap on our newsletter! Here’s a quick recap before you go:

• Generative AI Project Bootcamp: Learn to craft optimal prompts and integrate them into automated AI prototypes to accelerate processes and test business ideas.

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• Customized Corporate Training: Equip your team with the skills they need to unlock the potential of AI in your business.

Catch you next week! 👋