Microsoft on Monday announced new subscription AI services aimed at individuals and small businesses that will include, among other things, the ability to create custom chatbots.
Why it matters: The move allows access to tools that Microsoft had previously reserved for larger organizations.
Accessibility is an unstated goal of this year's World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland.
Driving the news: After a trial period last year, the non-governmental organization is relying on the metaverse in an official capacity to bring in more participants from around the world.
ChatGPT maker OpenAI says it's rolling out new policies and tools meant to combat misinformation and abuse ahead of 2024 elections worldwide.
Why it matters: 2024 is one of the biggest election years in history — with high-stakes races in over 50 countries globally. It's also the first major election cycle where generative AI tools will be widely available to voters, governments and political campaigns.
Boeing will add inspections for its 737-9 fleet after a mid-flight emergency revealed the potential of loose bolts on plugged exit doors for several planes.
Why it matters: The plane model is remaining grounded for the foreseeable future, as the company faces a lawsuit.
Top executives are admitting they're far from ready to deal with changes wrought by generative AI, more than a year after ChatGPT exploded on the business scene, according to a new global survey by Deloitte's AI institute.
Why it matters: The problems may only get worse. Executives who reported the most investment and knowledge in generative AI capabilities are the ones most worried about the technology's impact on their business.
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