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OpenAI, Jony Ive’s AI device faces significant delays
OpenAI and Jony Ive’s AI device faces significant delays due to technical and infrastructure challenges ahead of its launch
OpenAI and Jony Ive’s AI device faces significant delays due to technical and infrastructure challenges ahead of its launch
– OpenAI and Jony Ive face significant challenges for their AI device, delaying its launch to 2026.
– Technical issues include computing power shortages and difficulties defining the AI’s personality and behaviour.
The primary obstacle is the need for adequate computing power for widespread deployment. Insiders revealed that OpenAI is struggling to secure enough compute resources for current applications, let alone the device design focused on continuous interaction.
Compute Issues
Development teams are also navigating challenges in defining the AI’s personality and behaviour.
Creating an assistant that is both engaging and appropriately responsive has proven difficult, as the design aims to foster a friendly interaction style without veering into overly chatty or insincere exchanges.
Legal issues add to the complications, including a trademark dispute with audio startup Iyo, resulting in the removal of “io” branding from promotional materials. Manufacturing is ongoing, with partnerships established, including with Chinese company Luxshare.
As OpenAI prepares for the upcoming DevDay 2025 conference, the company is under pressure to showcase progress, especially as competitors like Apple and Google advance their AI projects.
The focus remains on overcoming existing hurdles while optimising development strategies for the future of AI devices.
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Indonesia lifts TikTok suspension after compliance with requests
Indonesia swiftly reinstates TikTok’s licence after compliance with data-sharing demands regarding August protests
Indonesia swiftly reinstates TikTok’s licence after compliance with data-sharing demands regarding August protests
– Indonesia lifted TikTok’s suspension after it provided required protest-related data to the government.
– The incident underscores increasing tensions between Southeast Asian governments and tech companies over data transparency.
Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs confirmed that TikTok submitted necessary data on livestream traffic and monetisation during the protests occurring between August 25 and 30, 2025. This submission occurred on the same day of the suspension announcement, restoring TikTok’s registration as an electronic system operator.
The suspension was initially triggered by TikTok’s partial data submission by a September 23 deadline, citing internal privacy constraints on full compliance.
Regulatory Context
The data dispute arose amid violent demonstrations in late August, protesting excessive lawmakers’ allowances and police brutality, particularly following the death of a motorcycle taxi driver on August 28. Authorities found accounts allegedly linked to illegal gambling using TikTok’s livestream feature, prompting TikTok to suspend this function temporarily.
The incident highlights Indonesia’s assertive stance on tech regulation, particularly given its significance as TikTok’s second-largest market globally. The platform has faced various regulatory challenges in Indonesia, including a recent $900,000 antitrust fine for late notification regarding its Tokopedia acquisition.
Despite the suspension, TikTok remained accessible throughout the regulatory process, stating its commitment to comply with local laws.
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OpenAI revises Sora policy after Hollywood backlash
OpenAI revises Sora copyright policy, enhancing rights holders’ control and introducing revenue-sharing for character usage
OpenAI revises Sora copyright policy, enhancing rights holders’ control and introducing revenue-sharing for character usage
– OpenAI updated Sora AI’s copyright policy, giving rights holders more control and implementing revenue sharing.
– Following criticism, Disney excluded its content, while users quickly embraced Sora, leading it to the top of the App Store.
Disney opted to exclude its content from the app following the initial backlash. Talent agency WME has communicated a strong need for protective measures for their clients as AI technology evolves and the potential for intellectual property infringement increases.
Users rapidly populated the app with videos featuring various copyrighted characters. Despite the criticism, Sora quickly reached the top of the iOS App Store.
Revenue Sharing
OpenAI announced a revenue-sharing initiative for content owners who enable their characters to be featured. Altman noted the unexpected volume of videos generated per user, indicating a need to share some revenue with rights holders.
Although the plan requires further refinement, implementation will commence shortly as the company explores diverse approaches within Sora.
The adjustment signifies a strategic shift for OpenAI amid rising scrutiny regarding AI-generated content and copyright laws as it navigates various legal challenges.
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Meta locks in NVIDIA GPUs with CoreWeave until 2031
Meta’s landmark deal with CoreWeave secures NVIDIA GPU access through 2031, reshaping the AI and cloud infrastructure landscape.
Meta’s landmark deal with CoreWeave secures NVIDIA GPU access through 2031, reshaping the AI and cloud infrastructure landscape.
Meta has struck a landmark deal with CoreWeave, securing long-term access to scarce NVIDIA GPU capacity through 2031. This partnership has the potential to reshape the cloud and AI infrastructure race, giving Meta a powerful edge in an industry where compute power is now as valuable as capital itself.
Brad Gastwirth from Circular Technology joins to break down what CoreWeave offers that AWS and Azure don’t, and how this deal validates the rise of specialised cloud providers. With GPU scarcity at record levels, the move highlights the lengths tech giants will go to secure critical resources.
We also explore what this means for the AI supply chain, from hyperscalers to startups, and whether power availability is now as big a bottleneck as chips. Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker
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