Show Notes
This week, Anthropic unveil a brand new model so powerful it’s being deliberately kept out of public hands over fears it could destabilise cybersecurity, economies… and more. Some are calling it a breakthrough. Others are calling it a warning. We're breaking down the “Mythos” model and why even governments are paying attention, and whether this is genuine risk or just clever PR. And ELSEWHERE, the AI race is heating up! Apple makes a bold move that could redefine how we experience AI, the UK risks falling behind as companies quietly move AI operations abroad, and OpenAI’s expansion hits a very British obstacle… Victorian cobblestones! Plus, we dive into a new study suggesting AI might actually be changing the way we think : reducing memory, critical thinking, and creativity. And in the weirdest corner of the internet: An AI influencer making thousands… and a wearable AI “friend” that listens to your life and talks back. This episode asks a big question: Are we building tools to help us… or something we won’t be able to control? Contact us over at aihaventaclue.com
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