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Welcome to this week's episode of AI News, where we dive into the latest developments in artificial intelligence. Today, we're going to talk about the backlash over OpenAI's decision to retire GPT-4o and what it says about our relationship with AI companions. But first, let's start with some exciting news: Israeli computer scientist, [Name], has been tapped for a UN panel on artificial intelligence.
That's right. This is a significant development, as it highlights the growing importance of AI in international discussions. But I think what's even more interesting is the reaction to OpenAI's decision to retire GPT-4o. It shows how attached we've become to these AI companions and how they're changing the way we interact with technology.
Exactly. And it's not just about GPT-4o. We're seeing a lot of innovation in the AI space, from Anthropic's new 'agent teams' to Railway's AI-native cloud infrastructure. [PAUSE] But what really caught my attention was the story about how AI is helping solve labor issues in treating rare diseases. Can you tell us more about that?
Yes, of course. AI is being used to automate certain tasks in drug discovery and rare disease treatment, freeing up human researchers to focus on more complex problems. It's a great example of how AI can augment human capabilities and improve outcomes in critical areas like healthcare.
That's fascinating. And speaking of augmentation, we have another story about NASA using AI to support its missions. [PAUSE] But what I find really interesting is the potential for AI to change the way we work with software. With the rise of coding assistants like Claude and ChatGPT, we're seeing a new generation of developers who are more focused on critical thinking and systems analysis than traditional coding skills.
Absolutely. The notion of a developer is melting before our eyes. With AI coding assistants, you don't need to be an engineer to engineer things anymore. You just need critical thinking and the ability to analyze things in a systems capacity. It's a fundamental shift in how software gets made.
And that's where Railway comes in, with its AI-native cloud infrastructure designed to support this new generation of developers. [PAUSE] But what about the investment side of things? We have an article about 3 AI stocks to buy in February. Can you give us some insights on that?
Yes, the investment landscape for AI is heating up. With companies like OpenAI, Cerebras Systems, and Opsera making waves, there are plenty of opportunities for investors to get in on the action. But as always, it's essential to do your research and understand the underlying technology and market trends.
Great advice. And finally, let's talk about the future of AI. With the rise of AI-native cloud infrastructure and the growing importance of AI in international discussions, it's clear that AI is here to stay. [PAUSE] But what does the future hold? Will we see a thousand times more software than exists today, as Jake Cooper from Railway predicts?
It's certainly possible. The amount of software that's going to come online over the next five years is unfathomable compared to what existed before. And with AI coding assistants and AI-native cloud infrastructure, we have the tools to support that growth. The question is, are we ready for it?
Well, that's all the time we have for today. Thanks for joining us on this journey into the world of AI. [PAUSE] And to our listeners, we'll see you next time on AI News.