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www.nytimes.com
3 days ago
US news

In a Texas G.O.P. at War With Itself, the Hard Right Is Gaining

Republican hard-liners in Texas fell short in taking decisive control of the State Legislature despite targeting more conservative challengers.
The battle to uphold the Texas House speaker, Dade Phelan, from being overthrown highlighted the ongoing power struggle within the Republican Party in Texas. [ more ]
New York Post
4 days ago
NYC politics

Power struggle between Adams, NYC Council heats up with dueling meetings over mayoral picks, city charter changes

The New York City Council is proposing a bill to expand oversight of mayoral appointees, sparking a power struggle with Mayor Eric Adams. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Biden campaign releases De Niro-voiced video ad warning Trump has snapped'

Joe Biden's re-election campaign released a new video ad called Snapped, attacking Trump for trying to grab power again. [ more ]
Vulture
3 weeks ago
Books

Palm Royale Finale Recap: Is That All There Is?

Norma schemes to protect her fortune by proposing marriage to Robert for inheritance. [ more ]
Boston.com
4 months ago
New England Patriots

Why the Falcons reportedly passed on Bill Belichick and hired Raheem Morris

Bill Belichick was a strong favorite to be the next head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, but the job went to Raheem Morris instead.
Belichick's candidacy reportedly lost steam due to disagreements over the amount of power he would have within the Falcons' organization. [ more ]
New York Post
2 hours ago
New York City

A tale of two Adamses: Inside the feud between the mayor and the NYC City Council speaker

A bitter power struggle has arisen between Mayor Eric Adams and City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams in New York City. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The real story of the OpenAI debacle is the tyranny of big tech | Courtney Radsch

OpenAI's recent drama highlights the power struggle in the AI ecosystem.
Microsoft played a leading role in the unfolding events and has the resources to make a significant impact.
The theatrics revolve around questions of power and the future of AI technology. [ more ]
The Drum
6 months ago
Artificial intelligence

How OpenAI's five days of chaos sparked fresh debate about the future of AI

OpenAI's board announced the surprise ousting of CEO Sam Altman, leading to a five-day turmoil within the company.
The majority of OpenAI's workforce signed an open letter threatening to leave the company and join Altman at Microsoft.
OpenAI later announced that they reached an agreement for Altman to return as CEO with a new initial board. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Huge egos are in play': behind the firing and rehiring of OpenAI's Sam Altman

The power struggle at OpenAI highlights the immaturity of the AI industry and the lack of standards and certifications.
The influence of a handful of people who build AI is disproportionate and raises concerns about the safety of the technology. [ more ]
slate.com
6 months ago
Artificial intelligence

What the Firing and Rehiring of Sam Altman Actually Means

OpenAI's power struggle ends with CEO Sam Altman returning to his position, along with other key figures.
The company will continue its partnership with Microsoft.
Not all is perfect, as Altman and Brockman are not retaining their old board seats. [ more ]
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