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Evening Legal Briefs
Elon Musk faced scrutiny during his testimony at the OpenAI trial, with the article detailing seven significant missteps. The legal proceedings and discussions surrounding artificial intelligence are highlighted.
Gabe Newell was an enthusiastic supporter of OpenAI in 2018, donating $20 million and even acting as the sole member of…
Internal emails from the Musk v. Altman lawsuit reveal that Valve founder Gabe Newell was an early supporter of OpenAI, donating $20 million in 2018 and acting as an informal advisor. The emails also highlight Newell's interest in neuroscience and his attempts to arrange a SpaceX tour for Hideo Kojima.
Business and Finance
Krafton reported record-breaking quarterly revenue exceeding $927 million, driven by the PUBG franchise, with a 32% surge in operating profit. Meanwhile, OpenAI reportedly missed internal targets for active users, contributing to a market slump.
AI Yi-Yi!
This article discusses the alleged exploitation of individuals for creating AI-generated pornography, highlighting concerns around the ethical implications of AI development. It also touches upon OpenAI's efforts to steer AI models away from obsessive or inappropriate content.
Morning Legal Briefs
Colorado's anti-repair bill has been declared dead, according to WIRED. The article also touches on Elon Musk's alleged influence over OpenAI, with reports suggesting internal conflict and threats.
ChatGPT developed a goblin obsession after OpenAI tried to make it nerdy
An opinion piece discusses ChatGPT's apparent obsession with goblins, suggesting it developed this interest after OpenAI attempted to make the AI more 'nerdy'. The article humorously explores this peculiar AI behavior.
'Motivated by jealousy...' OpenAI lashes out at Elon in blog post claiming the billionaire 'spent years harassing OpenAI through baseless lawsuits and public attacks'
OpenAI has responded to Elon Musk's lawsuit, alleging that Musk spent years harassing the company and attempted to take control of it. OpenAI claims Musk's lawsuit is an attempt to undermine its non-profit mission and that he is misrepresenting past agreements regarding its for-profit ventures. The company also stated its continued focus on developing Artificial General Intelligence for humanity's benefit.
'Where the goblins came from': OpenAI's strange but not entirely surprising story of little critters…
OpenAI has detailed an unusual issue where its AI models, particularly those with a 'Nerd' personality, began mentioning goblins and gremlins with extreme frequency. This anomaly, which accelerated significantly in GPT 5.4, was traced back to system prompts and reward signals that favored creature-related outputs. The problem was largely mitigated after the 'Nerd' personality was retired and specific instructions were implemented to prevent such mentions.
Gabe Newell Emailed Elon Musk To Try To Get Hideo Kojima An Invite To SpaceX
In 2018, Valve founder Gabe Newell emailed Elon Musk to inquire about Hideo Kojima receiving a tour of SpaceX, as Kojima expressed a strong desire to experience space travel. The exchange also touched upon AI, with Newell noting Kojima's belief in its future importance. These emails were revealed as part of a legal dispute involving Musk, Sam Altman, and OpenAI.
Valve boss Gabe Newell set up Hideo Kojima with a SpaceX tour after Death Stranding showcase because "he was talking about how much he wants to go into space"
Valve boss Gabe Newell arranged for Hideo Kojima to receive a tour of SpaceX facilities after Kojima expressed a strong desire to go to space. Emails revealed during a lawsuit show Newell offering to connect Kojima with Elon Musk, who agreed to the visit. Kojima has repeatedly stated his ambition to create games in space.
Thanks to Musk v. Altman lawsuit, it's now public record that Gabe Newell emailed Elon Musk to get his pal Hideo…
Emails revealed due to the Musk v. Altman lawsuit show that Valve co-founder Gabe Newell offered to introduce Hideo Kojima to Elon Musk in 2018. Newell had met Kojima at Valve headquarters to discuss Death Stranding and expressed a desire to help Kojima fulfill his ambition of going to space.
Families of Tumbler Ridge shooting victims sue OpenAI
OpenAI is facing lawsuits from the families of victims of the Tumbler Ridge shooting. CEO Sam Altman issued an apology for not notifying local authorities last week regarding the incident.
AI Yi-Yi!
A study indicates that AI chatbots, including those from OpenAI, are more susceptible to inaccuracies. The article touches on OpenAI's efforts to control the output of its Codex model regarding specific topics like goblins.
Evening Legal Briefs
Elon Musk testified that he co-founded OpenAI to prevent a 'Terminator outcome' and that the basis of his charitable giving is at stake in the ongoing lawsuit. The testimony addresses the origins and motivations behind the artificial intelligence company.
OpenAI has reportedly missed internal revenue targets and its 1 billion active user goal
OpenAI has reportedly failed to meet its internal revenue targets and its goal of reaching 1 billion active users. Chief Financial Officer Sarah Friar has expressed concerns about the company's ability to fund its significant data center expenditures.
The Elon Musk vs. Sam Altman trial didn't even make it past jury selection before Musk started getting clowned on
Opening arguments began in the lawsuit filed by Elon Musk against Sam Altman and OpenAI, alleging the company betrayed its original nonprofit mission. During jury selection, several prospective jurors expressed strong negative opinions about Elon Musk, with one juror stating he is a "greedy, racist, homophobic piece of garbage." The judge acknowledged that many people dislike Musk but emphasized the need for judicial integrity.
Google and the Pentagon sign classified deal to give the Department of Defense unfettered access to its AI models
Google has entered into a classified agreement with the US Department of Defense, granting the military access to its AI models for unspecified lawful purposes. Despite assurances regarding responsible use, concerns have been raised by over 560 Google employees who signed an open letter urging the company to reject such deals due to potential misuse in surveillance and weaponry. Google joins other tech companies like OpenAI and xAI in making similar classified AI agreements with the government.
GitHub Copilot is pivoting to usage-based billing after becoming unsustainable
GitHub Copilot is transitioning to a usage-based billing model starting June 1, 2026, as the current premium request model is no longer sustainable due to escalating inference costs. The new system will align pricing with actual usage, incorporating a monthly allotment of AI Credits with options to purchase more, calculated based on token consumption.
Evening Legal Briefs
A trial is set to determine the future of OpenAI, with Elon Musk and Sam Altman facing off. Separately, Obsidian Entertainment's use of the Rorschach Test in Fallout: New Vegas is mentioned, with developers having approached Bethesda Softworks regarding the matter.
Xbox boss warns "memory costs will impact pricing, will impact availability" when it comes to Project Helix
Xbox boss Asha Sharma acknowledged that the ongoing memory shortage crisis will impact the pricing and availability of its next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix. Sharma stated that Microsoft is considering these factors as part of its equation to ensure accessibility for players. The crisis, exacerbated by AI data centers consuming large amounts of memory, is reportedly causing Sony to consider delaying its own next-generation console rollout.
