OpenAI is set to retire its GPT-4 AI model and launch new models, including GPT-4.1, next week. The company's decision comes as the technology continues to evolve with advancements in artificial intelligence. This move may impact users who rely on the current GPT-4 model for various applications, including language translation and text generation.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/openai-to-retire-gpt-4-new-ai-models-including-gpt-4-1-likely-to-launch-next-week-chatgpt-11744423055214.htmlOpenAI is set to launch new AI models, including GPT-4.1, an enhanced version of its multimodal model, alongside the full version of the o3 reasoning model and o4-mini model. The company's CEO, Sam Altman, had previously announced that these models would be released within a couple of weeks.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/technology/openai-likely-to-launch-gpt-41-o3-and-o4-mini-next-week-1872522Lee Chean Chung, Chairman of the Centre of Regional Strategic Studies (CROSS), emphasized Malaysia's role in harnessing AI for regional and global impact at the ASEAN-China Media and Think Tank Forum in Kuala Lumpur. He proposed joint initiatives with China to create AI research centers, innovation hubs, and talent development programs. Lee envisioned a future where AI tools developed in one region benefit others, such as diagnostic AI supporting rural healthcare systems in Borneo. Malaysia's strategic location, diverse workforce, and robust infrastructure make it an ideal candidate to lead digital transformation across ASEAN.
https://opengovasia.com/2025/04/12/malaysia-well-positioned-to-lead-aseans-digital-and-ai-innovation/An AI startup founder faced criticism in a New York courtroom for using an AI-generated avatar, named "Jim", to present its legal argument without informing the court. The founder submitted a video featuring Jim to make its case, but this move was seen as a breach of protocol and raised concerns about the use of artificial intelligence in legal proceedings.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/esg/wake-up-call-ai-entrepreneur-berated-for-generated-lawyerArtificial intelligence and manipulated images have had a relatively limited impact on the 2025 Canadian federal election campaign, contrary to initial concerns. According to Penny Daflos, the halfway point of the campaign has seen AI-generated content and fake images not play as significant a role as expected.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/article/surprises-and-old-patterns-ai-and-misinformation-in-the-2025-federal-election-campaign/Alexandr Wang believes the US must secure its lead in AI within one to two years due to China's accelerating ambitions. He prioritizes meeting with government leaders, having spent four and a half hours testifying before the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Wang sees Silicon Valley as committed to helping the US win the AI race, citing his own connections at global events like the Allen & Company Conference in Sun Valley.
https://nypost.com/2025/04/11/business/scale-ai-ceo-alexandr-wang-issues-stark-warning-about-china/A survey by Google and IPSOS found that almost half of Australians use generative AI, with 75% using it for work purposes. Meanwhile, a Workday HR platform survey revealed that 65% of Australian workers have their employers introducing AI in the workplace. However, some Australians are unknowingly using generative AI to send work emails without realizing the potential risks, costing one individual $2000.
https://www.9news.com.au/national/use-ai-to-write-emails-work-risks-pitfalls/aad554ec-0d8b-49c1-9047-f497e75ce3a2Global experts are calling for international cooperation, regulatory frameworks, and public trust to ensure safe and secure development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) due to its potential role in escalating cyberattacks. Policymakers, diplomats, and tech leaders emphasized the need for collective action at the Carnegie India Global Technology Summit in New Delhi. Ernst Noorman, Ambassador at Large for Cyber Affairs from the Netherlands, stated that while AI has enormous potential, it also comes with threats, similar to all new technologies.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/international/global-experts-call-for-ai-safety-regulation-and-international-cooperation-at-carnegie-technology-summit/Debjani Ghosh, a fellow at NITI Aayog and former president of Nasscom, discussed India's AI potential at the Carnegie Global Tech Summit in New Delhi. She highlighted the need for better understanding and agreement on the current state of AI in India, as well as its future direction.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/business/debjani-ghosh-delves-upon-indias-ai-potential-at-carnegie-global-tech-summit/