ITmedia reports that OpenAI Japan, led by Nagasaki Tatsuo, has made a significant announcement at KDDI SUMMIT 2024. OpenAI is working on “GPT-Next”, a new AI model to be released in 2024 that will be 100 times more powerful than the current GPT-4 model.
According to Nagasaki, the rapid exponential growth rate of AI technology is reflected not only in the performance of the models, but also in the speed of technological advances. This indicates that developments in the field of artificial intelligence will occur faster and more comprehensively in the coming years than in many other technology sectors. The announcement of GPT-Next is an impressive illustration of this dynamic.
Another notable point was the information about ChatGPT’s user base. According to Nagasaki, ChatGPT has surpassed the 200 million active user mark, making it the fastest growing software in history to reach this milestone. This underscores the broad acceptance and interest in AI-powered communication in both the private and business sectors.
Image source: KDDI Summit 2024
The rapid adoption of ChatGPT Enterprise by companies also shows how AI technologies are increasingly being integrated into everyday business life. The efficiency-enhancing features and the ability to enable personalized customer interactions make the technology particularly attractive for companies.
Another interesting aspect of the presentation was the announcement of partnerships with major companies such as Apple, The Coca-Cola Company and Moderna. These collaborations should help to further expand and optimize the capabilities and application areas of AI. Despite the impressive progress and high level of innovation, OpenAI only employs around 2,000 people worldwide, half of whom are directly involved in AI development.
Image source: KDDI Summit 2024
Summary:
GPT-Next: release of a new AI model to be released in 2024 that is 100 times more powerful than GPT-4.
Exponential growth: Accelerated progress in AI technology.
ChatGPT user base: Over 200 million active users.
ChatGPT Enterprise: Rapid and broad enterprise adoption.
OpenAI partnerships: Collaborations with Apple, The Coca-Cola Company and Moderna.
OpenAI workforce: Around 2,000 employees worldwide, half focused on AI development.
