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Good morning from OWITH.ai: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in AI and tech world.Google is currently focusing on optimizing AI for game-making to increase virality. However, targeting a specific measure can actually make it less effective. An article questions the singularity and the role of AI in society, suggesting that AI may not be as normal as we think. OpenAI spent millions of dollars on people saying "thank you," with the CEO deeming it money well spent. Nvidia's involvement in the US vs. China semiconductor war is highlighted, showcasing their market-first approach. Sampling as a method is discussed, emphasizing that it can only prove the presence of knowledge, not provide a complete picture. The text also mentions the importance of AI companions and OpenAI's new releases, along with reasons why AI may not be improving in writing capabilities as expected. The reflection on human ambition versus AI capabilities and its potential impact on society is quite thought-provoking.Moving on, individuals in the future may use an AI chatbot called ChatGPT to help diagnose health issues, potentially saving lives. Examples include a pregnant woman with preeclampsia, a dog with immune-mediated hemolytic anemia, and a man with a serious condition. This story underlines the importance of imagination in leveraging AI tools effectively and challenges the misconception that AI limits creativity.Alex Wiltschko, the founder and CEO of Osmo, transitioned from working at Google Brain to creating the first AI olfactory startup. His passion for fragrances drove him to pursue a doctorate in olfactory neuroscience, leading to Osmo using artificial intelligence to digitize the sense of smell. The company aims to discover new scents and molecules using AI predictions for their smell, safety, and affordability. Osmo's future plans include expanding into consumer models and potentially launching their own products.Shifting gears, tech-related news covers various topics such as port problems impacting import cargo volumes, Tesla's struggles with tariffs and vehicle sales, Meta's lobbying efforts, and China's robot runners facing difficulties in a marathon race against humans. Other tech news includes YouTube's approach to copyright issues, the success of the Minecraft movie, and acquisitions in the tech industry.Lastly, the text delves into non-tariff barriers used by the United States in international trade. Despite claims of being "ripped off" by other countries, data shows that the US is among the more protectionist economies globally. Various non-tariff barriers are highlighted, such as tariff-rate quotas acting as trade restrictions without imposing duties. Insights from a study by the St. Louis Federal Reserve on non-tariff barriers in different manufacturing sectors are provided, along with updates on market trends and analyst perspectives on economic indicators in a rapidly evolving global economy.

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