The increasing use of AI in businesses may lead to a 'Placebo AI' situation, where automated responses become a norm, potentially downgrading the quality of care and sidelining human expertise. This trend could result in chronic consumer dissatisfaction and a divide in access to genuine human interaction, particularly in services and healthcare sectors.

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Google and ChatGPT's AI features bring holiday joy with features like 'Santa Mode,' allowing users to interact with Santa Claus through voice chat and receive personalized stories.

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An OpenAI whistleblower, Suchir Balaji, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment due to suicide, with no evidence of foul play.

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OpenAI has released a new add-in called Canvas, which is a specialized tool for human-AI collaboration, showcasing advancements in generative AI and large language models.

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Broken iPhones were used to create a replica of a Formula E car, displayed at the United Nations Climate Change Conference COP28 in Dubai. This highlights the need to consider the environmental impact of technology, including the waste and energy consumption generated by old electronic devices.

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IBM has developed a new optical chip for data centers, aiming to replace electric cables with fiberoptic connectivity. This could increase data center bandwidth and save energy, particularly for power-intensive AI applications. The company has published its first prototype design in a technical paper.

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AI lacks human-like social and emotional capabilities, despite advancements in technology. The tendency to anthropomorphize AI agents can create challenges in implementation, as organizations may treat AI as colleagues rather than understanding its limitations.

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Fake videos, also known as deepfakes, can be difficult to identify due to advancements in AI technology. Experts recommend using visual cues and forensic investigation to determine authenticity.

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OpenAI launched AI video generation model Sora in China, receiving overwhelming demand and forcing operations to pause. The model's potential to revolutionize media by making content more interactive and allowing consumers to create their own videos is being explored.

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The tech industry accelerated AI advancements in 2024, with established giants like Google and Microsoft competing against smaller start-ups, leading to several key trends that will shape the future.

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