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1. OpenAI to unveil new ChatGPT features

OpenAI will hold a live stream on May 13th (EDT) to showcase a series of upgrades of its ChatGPT platform. The company has reportedly demonstrated a new multimodal AI model to some clients that can both converse with humans and recognize objects. Some sources claim that ChatGPT may gain voice calling capabilities. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has stated that the company will not release GPT-5 or an AI search engine at this event.

Commentary: OpenAI's live stream could solidify its position as a leader in AI, showcasing its continued innovation in multimodal AI technologies.

2. Google to hold developer conference

Google's annual developer conference will take place on May 14th (EDT) at 1 PM. It is speculated that Google will integrate generative AI into its search engine, allowing users to engage in conversational searches. The developer preview for Android 15 was released last month, and Google will provide further details about its new features at the conference, which may include deeper Gemini integration. Additionally, Google may unveil a new version of its AI assistant, Pixie, at the event, potentially replacing the existing Google Assistant.

Commentary: Google's developer conference is expected to drive the integration of its search technology with AI, enhancing user experience and boosting market competitiveness.

3. Apple close to reaching deal with OpenAI

According to sources, Apple is close to finalizing a deal with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT into the iPhone. Insiders claim that the two companies have been negotiating the terms of an agreement to use ChatGPT features in the next generation of iOS, iOS 18. In addition to OpenAI, Apple is also in talks with Google to license Gemini. Moreover, there are reports that Apple is preparing to unveil a major overhaul of Siri at its WWDC conference in June.

Commentary: Apple's partnership with OpenAI could enhance the iPhone's intelligence and strengthen its competitive edge in the smartphone market.

4. Anthropic console launches two new features

Anthropic has released two significant new features for its console users: automatic prompt generation and variable functionality. The automatic prompt generation feature allows users to write prompts directly through Claude. Simply select the "Generate Prompt" button in the background and enter some basic details about the task, and the AI will generate appropriate prompts based on this information. Additionally, users can edit the generated prompts to meet their specific needs.

Commentary: Anthropic's new features could streamline the AI application development process, driving the industry towards more efficient AI integration.

5. Stanford develops AI holography technology

A research team at Stanford University has developed a new AI-assisted holography technology that they claim is thinner, lighter, and higher quality than any technology they have seen before, with the potential to revolutionize augmented reality glasses. The researchers reportedly used AI to enhance holography and utilized novel nanophotonic devices to overcome various technical hurdles.

Commentary: Stanford's AI holography technology could usher in a new era of AR glasses, driving the commercialization of related technologies.

6. Arm to develop AI chips

SoftBank-owned British chip designer Arm Holdings plans to launch AI chip prototypes by spring 2025. The company will reportedly establish an AI chip division, with AI chips to be mass-produced by contractors, starting in fall 2025. Once the production system is in place, Arm's AI chip business could be spun off and incorporated into SoftBank.

Commentary: Arm's AI chip development plans could accelerate the application of AI technology in various devices, driving industry innovation.