OpenAI’s highly anticipated ’12 days of Shipmas’ event promised groundbreaking technologies, but as it came to a close, it became clear that the company had not met expectations. The initial excitement and high expectations were quickly dampened as OpenAI released old features with minor updates or offered tools that competitors had already provided. This led to disappointment and criticism from users, with some even questioning the purpose of the event. While there were a few highlights, such as the fun and festive-themed demos, they were not groundbreaking enough to draw significant praise from the AI community.
In contrast, Google, OpenAI’s biggest competitor, took a different approach by announcing their latest features in a long blog post with demo videos hidden inside. This led to a shift in the conversation, with some wondering if Google was ‘crushing’ OpenAI. The quick response from Google also highlighted the fact that OpenAI’s fortnight-long event may have been too long to maintain the excitement and interest of the AI community.
Overall, the ’12 days of Shipmas’ event may have fallen short of expectations, but it did bring attention to the advancements in AI technology and the competition between companies like OpenAI and Google. As the AI industry continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how these companies continue to push the boundaries and innovate in the field.
