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At the start of the year, 99.99% of the world had never heard the words/terms: Chat-GPT, OpenAI, LLM (Large Language Model), Sam Altman, AGI & more. Now, at year’s end, these have all swiftly become cemented into the global lexicon. Now, as we bid farewell to 2023, it’s time to reflect on a year that has been nothing short of revolutionary in the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Here’s a comprehensive recap of the major events, releases, and collaborations that shaped the AI landscape over the previous twelve months.
Microsoft’s Game-Changing Investment (January)
The year kicked off with a seismic shift as Microsoft invested a whopping $10 billion in OpenAI. This investment paved the way for significant integrations of OpenAI’s cutting-edge technology into various Microsoft products, setting the stage for collaborative advancements.
Advancements in Text-to-Speech (January)
January also witnessed the launch of the 11 Labs beta, marking a milestone in the improvement of text-to-speech technology. The beta release made AI-generated voices more natural, but this advancement came with a caveat as it led to a surge in scams and fake audio, showcasing the dual-edged nature of progress.
AI Art Takes a Leap (January)