Posted 9/29/2023, 12:22:54 PM

Apple commits to UK AI investment and hiring despite tech layoffs elsewhere

Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company will hire more AI staff in the UK and increase investment. This comes as big tech firms make widespread redundancies.
Cook reaffirmed Apple is researching generative AI like ChatGPT. He says AI already powers iPhone features like predictive text.
Apple is now spending millions per day on conversational AI research for a "Apple GPT" chatbot.
The hiring contrasts with layoffs elsewhere. Epic Games is cutting over 800 jobs.
Cook visiting UK, met with Prince and Princess of Wales. Trip follows Europe visits. Yesterday he visited a school and new Apple Store.

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Posted 9/29/2023, 12:22:54 PM

Apple commits to UK AI investment and hiring despite tech layoffs elsewhere

Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company will hire more AI staff in the UK and increase investment. This comes as big tech firms make widespread redundancies.
Cook reaffirmed Apple is researching generative AI like ChatGPT. He says AI already powers iPhone features like predictive text.
Apple is now spending millions per day on conversational AI research for a "Apple GPT" chatbot.
The hiring contrasts with layoffs elsewhere. Epic Games is cutting over 800 jobs.
Cook visiting UK, met with Prince and Princess of Wales. Trip follows Europe visits. Yesterday he visited a school and new Apple Store.

macrumors.com

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