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OpenAI's latest model, GPT-4o, introduces advanced multimodal capabilities, accessible to all users.

Prafulla Dhariwal, pivotal at OpenAI, spearheaded GPT-4o, revolutionising AI. MIT graduate, co-creator of GPT-3, DALL-E 2, Jukebox.

Varun Mayya interviewed Sundar Pichai, discussing AI in India, referencing “3 Idiots.” Pichai emphasised understanding over memorization, highlighting India”s importance in tech.

Indian users increasingly use UPI for online payments, but wrong transactions can be irreversible. Recovery methods include NPCI complaint filing and contacting banks.

Google's Gemini Nano AI in Android detects fraud during calls, alerting users to suspicious activity, enhancing security with on-device processing and opt-in privacy features.

At Google IO 2024, notable advancements included new Gemini and Gemma models, Project Astra's interactive capabilities, Imagen 3's ultra-realistic image generation, VEO's text-to-video features, and the educational LearnLM models.

OpenAI's CEO unveils GPT-4o, enhancing ChatGPT with speed and advanced features across text, vision, and audio. CTO Murati emphasizes user-friendly design and improved interactions.

In India, telecom giants Jio and Airtel offer solutions for users running out of data.

Industry experts predict that India could achieve gigabit connectivity for up to 110 million households by 2030, despite currently lagging in fixed broadband compared to developed countries. The Broadband India Forum highlights the need for substantial optic fibre expansion to meet growing data demands.

Transfer iPhone photos to PC via Photos app: Connect iPhone, trust PC, open Photos, import from USB, select photos, choose destination, wait for transfer.

WhatsApp is developing a feature for iOS that prevents users from taking screenshots of profile pictures, enhancing privacy. This measure aims to reduce unauthorized photo sharing, although other devices could still capture the image. Additionally, WhatsApp is testing a chat filter on Android to help users prioritize conversations.

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, dispelled rumors about a new search engine or GPT-5 release before Google IO. Instead, the focus will be on ChatGPT and its latest iteration, GPT-4, with improved features for users.

Elon Musk's X Corp banned 185,544 accounts in India from March 26 to April 25, primarily for child sexual exploitation and non-consensual nudity. The platform also addressed terrorism promotion and processed user grievances as per IT Rules 2021.

India celebrates National Technology Day, reflecting on a decade of significant technological advancement under PM Modi's leadership. Initiatives like 'Make in India' have bolstered local manufacturing and AI, creating jobs and positioning India as a future tech leader.

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, on Friday, said that subscribed users can post movies, TV series or podcasts on the platform and earn money via monetisation.