OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on why his sacking ‘hurt’ and what made him proud after coming back

In November 2023, OpenAI faced a dramatic saga that led to the firing and rehiring of CEO Sam Altman. The OpenAI board removed Altman from his post, causing shockwaves in the industry. OpenAI president Greg Brockman resigned in solidarity, and investors like Microsoft expressed concerns. After five days of uncertainty, the board restructured and offered Altman his job back, which he accepted. Altman acknowledged the positive effect on the company and emphasized the importance of hiring good people, stating that OpenAI could thrive without him.

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How to hide private chats on ChatGPT’s web and mobile apps

OpenAI's ChatGPT allows users to hide their conversations for privacy. The feature is available on the web and iPhone apps, with Android support coming soon. To hide a chat on the web, users can select the chat, click the ellipsis button, and choose 'Archive chat'. Archived chats can be managed through the ChatGPT settings menu. On the iPhone app, users can swipe right on the conversation, long-press on the chat, and choose 'Archive'. Archived chats can be accessed and unarchived through the app's settings menu.

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Sony Float Run headphones first impressions: Off-ear, Off-beat

Sony recently launched the Float Run sports headphones, which have a suspended, off-ear design, eliminating pressure on ear canals. They come with IPX4 water resistance rating and feature 16mm drivers that deliver clear and powerful sound. The unique design of the headphones may raise eyebrows, but they offer a comfortable fit and secure hold, making them a compelling choice for runners and gym enthusiasts. A more detailed review will follow after testing them during longer runs and workouts.

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How what sells most on Amazon, Flipkart and other online shopping websites may be changing

This article discusses the resurgence of brick-and-mortar stores for big-ticket electronics, signaling a shift in consumer behavior post-pandemic. Smartphone and television sales online have declined, while the contribution of in-store purchases has increased. The return of the in-store experience is attributed to premiumization and narrowing price gaps between online and offline channels. On the other hand, e-commerce continues to thrive for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) due to quick commerce platforms. FMCG companies are seeing a 3-5% increase in e-commerce contribution, with alternate channels accounting for a quarter of total sales. While the trend favors quick commerce for essentials, discretionary purchases like apparel and electronics are correcting after a surge in online sales during the pandemic.

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GTA V leaving soon from Xbox Game Pass, here’s what you need to know about it

Xbox Game Pass is removing GTA V from its subscription-based service. Both the Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S versions will be leaving soon. The game will be removed within two weeks but the exact date is unknown. Xbox Game Pass offers over 100 titles without additional cost, but games eventually leave the service. However, GTA V will still be available for purchase from the Xbox store and players can keep it permanently in their library.

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Vi Foundation Brings Gurushala Virtual Winter Camp for school students

Telecom operator Vodafone Idea has introduced a Winter Camp called Vi Foundation's Gurushala Online Winter Camp. The Camp aims to keep school-going students engaged and aid their learning curve. It will be conducted each day in two slots from January 4 to January 10 for students from standard 6 to 9. Students from any part of India can join the camp at no cost and participate in fun and interactive sessions. The sessions include 'Fun with English', 'Theatre', 'Fun with Fitness', and 'Kabad se Jugad'.

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This case adds a Blackberry-style keyboard to your iPhone

The creators of the Clicks iPhone case believe that physical keyboards on phones deserve a second chance, so they designed a case that adds a small QWERTY keyboard to iPhones. The keyboard, which resembles the iPhone's keyboard but feels like a Blackberry, can be backlit for easy use in the dark. It connects to the iPhone through the Lightning or USB-C port, eliminating the need for a battery. The Clicks case will debut at CES, Las Vegas next week and is only compatible with iPhone 14 Pro.

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