OpenAI Enters The Group Chat

Nov 14, 2025 20m

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OpenAI is testing out group chats as a sort of collaborative prompting experience. The hyperscalers are lining up against Nvidia in one specific arena. The Sam Altman Elon Musk feud isn’t over. Google knows who sent you that fake UPS shipment alert text. And, of course, the Weekend Longreads Suggestions. ChatGPT launches pilot group chats across Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, and Taiwan (TechCrunch) Amazon and Microsoft Back Effort That Would Restrict Nvidia’s Exports to China (WSJ) OpenAI, Apple Lose Bid to Toss Musk xAI Suit Over Competition (Bloomberg) AI startup Cursor raises $2.3 billion funding round at $29.3 billion valuation (CNBC) You know those fake USPS texts? Google says it's found who's behind them (Fast Company) Weekend Longreads Suggestions: Sundar Pichai Is Google’s AI ‘Wartime CEO’ After All (Bloomberg) CRYPTO: Realm of the Coin (Vanity Fair) I'm Going to Be a Dad. Here's Why I'm Not Posting About My Kid Online (CNET) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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OpenAI Group Chats Pilot

OpenAI has initiated a pilot program for group chats in ChatGPT across Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, and Taiwan, allowing up to 20 users to collaborate and prompt ChatGPT in shared environments. The feature is part of an effort to enhance user interaction and collaboration, with positive feedback expected to shape its future. Group chats are invite-only, feature user privacy, and come with content safeguards for those under 18. In addition to group capabilities, ChatGPT 5.1 will bring enhanced functionalities like image generation and file uploads.

Tech Giants vs. Nvidia

Amazon and Microsoft are backing the Gain AI Act, which would prioritize U.S. buyers for advanced AI chips, leading to potential conflicts with Nvidia. This legislation could restrict Nvidia's exports to China, highlighting the competitive environment surrounding AI and semiconductor access. The rivalry seems to be intensifying as firms compete for favorable regulations.

Continuing Musk vs. OpenAI Litigation

Litigation involving Elon Musk's X and OpenAI is ongoing as a U.S. judge rules against their bid to dismiss a lawsuit alleging conspiracy to inhibit competition in AI markets. This lawsuit could have significant implications for both companies as it accuses them of maintaining anti-competitive practices through Apple's integration of OpenAI technology.

Cursor's Record Growth

AI startup Cursor has achieved significant milestones, including a valuation increase and record revenue. The company's growth contrasts with its competitors, and while it does not plan an IPO soon, it remains focused on expansion and development.

Google vs. Cybercrime

Google is suing a cybercrime group known as Lighthouse for conducting extensive text-based phishing scams. The lawsuit seeks to disrupt the operation's infrastructure while highlighting the broader issues of digital fraud and online safety.

Weekend Longreads Suggestions

The episode concludes with recommendations for weekend reading, featuring articles on Google and Sundar Pichai's leadership, the speculative crypto market, and digital privacy concerns regarding children and posting about them online.