Google AI Departures Heighten Competition for Talent
In a significant shift within the artificial intelligence sector, two prominent researchers from Google have announced their departures to rival companies, intensifying the ongoing competition for AI talent. Noam Shazeer, a co-inventor of the Transformer architecture, is set to join OpenAI, while John Jumper, known for his contributions to AlphaFold, will transition from Google DeepMind […]
Workday Faces AI Hiring-Bias Claims Following California Ruling
Workday, a prominent player in human resources software, is now facing legal challenges regarding its AI-powered hiring practices. A California judge has ruled that the company must confront allegations that its software screened job applicants in ways that may violate anti-discrimination laws. This ruling is significant as it highlights the growing scrutiny of AI systems […]
OpenAI Expands Cybersecurity Initiative with Patch the Planet in Greenwood
OpenAI has announced the expansion of its cybersecurity initiative, focusing on enhancing open-source security through its new program, Patch the Planet. This initiative is part of a broader effort that includes the upcoming release of GPT-5.5-Cyber, designed specifically for trusted defensive use. The goal is to connect security researchers and open-source maintainers, shifting the focus […]
Meta’s Investment in CRED Signals Leadership Shift for Kunal Shah
Meta Platforms Inc. is poised to invest approximately $900 million in the Indian fintech company CRED, a move that underscores the tech giant’s expanding influence in the digital payments sector. This investment values CRED at around $4.5 billion, reflecting the growing importance of mobile payment solutions in emerging markets. Kunal Shah, the founder of CRED, […]
C-Suite Interview: Todd Hunnicutt on How Greenwood Businesses Get Found in AI Search
GREENWOOD, SC — Around Lander University and Uptown Greenwood, the businesses that show up in AI search results and the businesses that stay invisible are increasingly different lists. When a customer asks ChatGPT, Google’s AI Overview, Perplexity, or Gemini “best family dentist in Greenwood” or “roofing contractors Greenwood County,” the answer that comes back isn’t […]