Open AI's GPT-4o can 'teach maths' & even 'flirt': The Standard podcast
OpenAI recently unveiled the latest version of ChatGPT, known as ChatGPT 4o. This advanced AI model offers near-instant results across text, vision, and audio applications. According to Simon Hunt, The Standard's Business & Technology Correspondent, some of the most impressive features of ChatGPT 4o were revealed at OpenAI's live event.
AI assistants and competitors
In the AI assistant landscape, OpenAI's ChatGPT 4o faces competition from Claude, an AI assistant developed by Amazon-backed start-up Anthropic. Claude is capable of tasks such as writing essays and summarizing information for users. This comes as Claude becomes available in the European Union, joining other AI solutions in the market.
Weight loss jabs have been in the spotlight for their potential to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in obese individuals. Research led by Professor John Deanfield from University College London utilized data from the Select trial to investigate the impact of weight loss jabs on cardiovascular health.
Scientific Discoveries
Recent scientific achievements include China's Chang'e-6 lunar mission, which successfully collected samples from the far side of the Moon. Additionally, a mysterious repeating radio signal from deep space has puzzled scientists, leading to hypotheses about its source being a neutron star.
SpaceX's 'Starship' successfully completed a launch and re-entry test, showcasing its potential for future missions to the Moon and Mars. In the realm of space exploration, collaborations between U.S. and German officials aim to advance research and missions beyond Earth.
Exploration and Research
Astronaut William Anders, part of the historic Apollo 8 mission, tragically passed away in a plane crash. The prospect of an interstellar probe raises questions about the Sun's influence on Earth and the solar system. Ongoing research into oceanic life and conscious beings highlights the need to protect marine ecosystems.
The global aquaculture industry has surpassed wild fisheries in production, signaling a shift in seafood sourcing. This shift poses challenges and opportunities for sustainable fishing practices and marine conservation efforts.
