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OpenAI Leadership Changes, Hugging Face Growth, Microsoft AI Adjustments, and Google Protocol Updates

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Mira Murati, the Chief Technology Officer, along with two other executives, announced their departures amid a critical restructuring phase for the company. As OpenAI transitions from a non-profit to a for-profit benefit corporation while seeking over $100 billion in investment, Sobel highlights the potential implications of these changes on the generative AI market, suggesting a possible consolidation as the industry grapples with high operational costs and limited use cases.

Host Dave Sobel also examines the rapid growth of Hugging Face, which has surpassed 1 million AI model listings, emphasizing the shift towards customized models tailored for specific tasks. This trend reflects a broader industry movement away from one-size-fits-all solutions, as organizations increasingly seek specialized, fine-tuned models. The episode draws attention to Mark Zuckerberg's comments from the recent MetaConnect event, where he cautioned creators about the value of their work for AI training, hinting at ongoing copyright issues and the need for partnerships to secure valuable content.

The discussion then shifts to Microsoft, which has made notable changes to its Copilot Plus feature and its approach to integrating AI into its 365 software suite. The company is now conducting pilot tests to assess customer willingness to pay for new AI features, reflecting concerns about the perceived value and effectiveness of these tools. Sobel emphasizes the importance of managing customer expectations around AI, noting that the benefits of such technologies may not always be immediately apparent, and overpromising can lead to dissatisfaction.

Finally, Sobel covers Google's decision to phase out older protocols in Google Workspace, citing security risks associated with these outdated systems. He also highlights Microsoft's enhancements to Defender, which now includes automatic detection of unsecured Wi-Fi networks, and ConnectWise's commitment to high cybersecurity standards. The episode underscores the evolving landscape of IT service providers, where the focus is shifting towards practical AI applications with demonstrable ROI, as well as the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures in an increasingly complex digital environment.

Three things to know today

00:00 OpenAI Leadership Exodus and Hugging Face's Model Surge Point to Shift To Focused Solutions

05:00 Microsoft Bolsters Copilot+ Recall Security While Scaling Back 365 AI Plans Amid Customer Concerns

07:33 Google Phases Out Legacy Protocols as Microsoft Enhances Defender

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Event: www.smbTechFest.com/Go/Sobel

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Mira Murati, the Chief Technology Officer, along with two other executives, announced their departures amid a critical restructuring phase for the company. As OpenAI transitions from a non-profit to a for-profit benefit corporation while seeking over $100 billion in investment, Sobel highlights the potential implications of these changes on the generative AI market, suggesting a possible consolidation as the industry grapples with high operational costs and limited use cases.

Host Dave Sobel also examines the rapid growth of Hugging Face, which has surpassed 1 million AI model listings, emphasizing the shift towards customized models tailored for specific tasks. This trend reflects a broader industry movement away from one-size-fits-all solutions, as organizations increasingly seek specialized, fine-tuned models. The episode draws attention to Mark Zuckerberg's comments from the recent MetaConnect event, where he cautioned creators about the value of their work for AI training, hinting at ongoing copyright issues and the need for partnerships to secure valuable content.

The discussion then shifts to Microsoft, which has made notable changes to its Copilot Plus feature and its approach to integrating AI into its 365 software suite. The company is now conducting pilot tests to assess customer willingness to pay for new AI features, reflecting concerns about the perceived value and effectiveness of these tools. Sobel emphasizes the importance of managing customer expectations around AI, noting that the benefits of such technologies may not always be immediately apparent, and overpromising can lead to dissatisfaction.

Finally, Sobel covers Google's decision to phase out older protocols in Google Workspace, citing security risks associated with these outdated systems. He also highlights Microsoft's enhancements to Defender, which now includes automatic detection of unsecured Wi-Fi networks, and ConnectWise's commitment to high cybersecurity standards. The episode underscores the evolving landscape of IT service providers, where the focus is shifting towards practical AI applications with demonstrable ROI, as well as the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures in an increasingly complex digital environment.

Three things to know today

00:00 OpenAI Leadership Exodus and Hugging Face's Model Surge Point to Shift To Focused Solutions

05:00 Microsoft Bolsters Copilot+ Recall Security While Scaling Back 365 AI Plans Amid Customer Concerns

07:33 Google Phases Out Legacy Protocols as Microsoft Enhances Defender

Supported by: https://getthread.com/mspradio/

https://www.huntress.com/mspradio/

Event: www.smbTechFest.com/Go/Sobel

All our Sponsors: https://businessof.tech/sponsors/

Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/

Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/

Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/

Want to be a guest on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights? Send Dave Sobel a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech

Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com

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