OpenAI is currently in a round of funding negotiations expected to raise nearly $7 billion. According to insiders, Apple has recently withdrawn from participating in this round of talks, which are set to conclude next week. Another two tech giants, Microsoft and Nvidia, are also in discussions to join this round of negotiations. Insiders suggest that Microsoft is expected to invest an additional $1 billion on top of its previous investment of $13 billion in the company. The funding negotiations are not yet finalized, and participants and investment amounts may change. This round of financing will help OpenAI further advance.

OpenAI is in negotiations with media companies such as CNN, Fox, and Time Magazine to license articles, videos, and images in order to enhance its ChatGPT chatbot product. These negotiations come in the context of allegations of copyright infringement, following a lawsuit filed by The New York Times against OpenAI. OpenAI is also engaging with industry organizations like the News/Media Alliance to explore opportunities and address related concerns.

France, Germany, and Italy have reached a consensus on AI regulation. The three countries support mandatory self-regulation through a code of conduct. The joint document emphasizes that regulation should focus on applications rather than the technology itself. The agreement is expected to accelerate negotiations on AI regulation at the European level.

Baidu has launched an AI robot job assistant that provides services such as interview guidance and salary negotiation to help job seekers improve their job search experience. It offers personalized career recommendations and negotiation strategies throughout the application process, making it easier to secure a desired offer during the autumn recruitment season. The dedicated autumn recruitment section has been launched in the Baidu app.