In this episode, Michelle introduces OpenAI's new Operator rollout, detailing its features, availability, and how it stacks up against the competition. She then covers Together AI's recent funding round, discussing its valuation and strategic partnerships. Michelle highlights Nvidia's Signs tool, designed to assist with American Sign Language, examining its features and potential impact on communication accessibility. The episode also delves into Spotify's collaboration with ElevenLabs for AI-narrated audiobooks, addressing the surrounding controversy and its implications for the audiobook industry.
(0:00) Introduction and welcome
(0:30) OpenAI's Operator rollout, features, availability, and competition
(2:06) Together AI's recent funding, valuation, and partnerships
(3:56) Nvidia's Signs tool for American Sign Language: features and impact
(5:52) Spotify's partnership with ElevenLabs for AI-narrated audiobooks and controversy