Tue. 02/11 – Elon Wants To Buy OpenAI

Feb 11, 2025 16m

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Elon makes an unsolicited bid to buy OpenAI, or at least the non-profit that controls it, and maybe he doesn’t really want to own it, it’s complicated. I’ll explain. YouTube continues to be the biggest thing in media. Forget smartwatches, get ready for smart earbuds. And the crazy cheap Chinese EVs can now do crazy cheap self-driving too! Sponsors: 1Password.com/ride Links: Elon Musk-Led Group Makes $97.4 Billion Bid for Control of OpenAI (WSJ) Exclusive: OpenAI is not for sale, CEO Sam Altman says (Axios) Musk’s $97.4 Billion OpenAI Bid Piles Pressure on Sam Altman (WSJ) YouTube Surprise: CEO Says TV Overtakes Mobile as “Primary Device” for Viewing (THR) Google Calendar removed events like Pride and BHM because its holiday list wasn’t ‘sustainable’ (The Verge) Powerbeats Pro 2 Debut With Heart Rate Monitoring, H2 Chip, Active Noise Cancellation, and More (MacRumors) Chinese EV leader BYD to offer ‘God’s Eye’ self-driving system on all models (FT)

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Elon Musk's Bid for OpenAI

Elon Musk made a surprising move by making a $97.4 billion unsolicited bid to purchase the nonprofit that controls OpenAI, complicating CEO Sam Altman's plans to transition OpenAI into a for-profit entity. While Musk’s motivations are debated, there are implications that this move might be more about disrupting Altman's strategy rather than an outright intention to buy the organization. The bid is supported by various investors, complicating valuation discussions and heightening the tension between Musk and Altman, who strongly maintains that OpenAI is not for sale.

YouTube's Dominance in Media

YouTube solidifies its status as a media behemoth, overtaking mobile for the primary viewing device in the U.S., according to CEO Neal Mohan. The platform now functions as a new television and caters to diverse content types, including shorts and podcasts. Mohan emphasizes YouTube's role in significant cultural moments, with plans to enhance monetization for creators and improve AI tools for content creation and audience discovery.

Google Calendar Changes

In a controversial move, Google will be removing specific cultural celebration events and observances from its Calendar feature, citing unsustainability. While the changes stem from a partnership with timeanddate.com, the decision has sparked criticism given its implications for inclusivity and representation of various communities.

New Product Launches: Powerbeats Pro 2 & BYD's Self-Driving Cars

Apple announced the release of Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds featuring advanced capabilities such as heart rate monitoring. Meanwhile, Chinese automaker BYD revealed its God’s Eye self-driving system, slated for its affordable electric vehicles, indicating a shift in the automotive industry towards more accessible advanced driving technologies.