TechNews: SearchGPT from OpenAI arrives, OpenAI's Secret Project, 97% of CrowdStrike Systems back and more

SearchGPT from OpenAI arrives, challenges Google Search for web queries

OpenAI has announced SearchGPT , an AI-powered search engine combining AI models with web data to deliver fast, relevant answers. Currently tested by 10,000 users, it aims to offer a more organized approach than traditional ChatGPT links. SearchGPT, which will later be integrated into ChatGPT, is seen as an alternative to Google. It prompts users with "What are you looking for?" and summarizes search results with source attributions. Developed with partners like The Wall Street Journal and Vox Media, SearchGPT focuses solely on search functionality and not on training OpenAI’s generative AI models. A wider release is anticipated soon.

97% of CrowdStrike systems are back online; Microsoft suggests Windows changes

CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz announced that 97% of Windows systems running its Falcon sensor software were back online after an update caused widespread outages, affecting 8.5 million systems. 微软 VP John Cable noted that over 5,000 support engineers are working to resolve the issue, which caused Blue Screen of Death errors and reboots. Cable emphasized the need for Windows to improve end-to-end resilience and security in collaboration with partners. CrowdStrike pledged to enhance update testing and implement phased rollouts to prevent future disruptions. The outage highlighted the risks of kernel-level security software, with recovery efforts ongoing.

AI startups raised $41.5 billion worldwide in five years

AI has become a major success factor in the startup world, attracting significant investor interest. An international study by Gieni shows that in the past five years, $41.5 billion was invested in 536 AI startups, placing the AI sector seventh in startup investment rankings. Despite its newness, AI is considered a sustainable growth engine, surpassing sectors like automotive, energy, and fintech in funding. AI's rapid development signals its central role in future industry modernization and innovation.

OpenAI Secretly Working on Project ‘Strawberry’ to Enhance Reasoning and Build Autonomous AI Agents

OpenAI is developing a new AI technology called "Strawberry," aimed at enhancing the reasoning capabilities of its AI models. This project focuses on enabling AI to perform deep research by autonomously navigating the internet. While details remain confidential, Strawberry represents a significant advancement in AI reasoning and problem-solving. Formerly known as Q*, Strawberry has shown promise in answering complex questions beyond current AI capabilities. The technology involves specialized processing methods and aims to tackle tasks requiring advanced reasoning and planning.

Cloud Security Market Surges 40% in Q1 of 2024

The cloud native application protection market grew 40% in Q1 2024, exceeding $600 million. A Dell'Oro Group report highlights Israeli startup Wiz joining top vendors CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks. The market is projected to grow from $2 billion in 2023 to $6 billion by 2028, driven by increased enterprise cloud security needs. Wiz achieved 105% revenue growth, gaining an 11% market share and turning down a $23 billion offer from 谷歌 . Future growth is expected, with potential market consolidation through mergers and acquisitions.

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