Musk's xAI debuts first AI product

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Year To Date Performances:

1. Elon Musk's xAI Corp is shaking up the AI industry by unveiling Grok, an AI model with a unique edge—real-time data access from X. This innovative approach potentially catapults Grok ahead of competitors, offering a level of immediacy and currency in data processing that existing models don't have, since they typically rely on historical data. The fact that Grok went from concept to reality in just two months is indicative of the dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape of AI, reminiscent of the internet's early, groundbreaking days. While some observers voice concerns over a possible tech bubble, the sheer velocity of investment and development in AI suggests that we're on the cusp of a technological revolution, with Musk's latest venture poised to disrupt the status quo.

2. Whispers of Apple's foray into the automotive industry are reaching a fever pitch, with insiders hinting at an imminent release of the much-anticipated Apple car—a project that has shrouded itself in mystery and speculation. Known as "Project Titan," Apple's ambitious venture set out in 2014 to redefine vehicular autonomy. After enlisting an army of elite engineers, the project seemingly hit a standstill in 2020, casting doubts about its future. Yet, in a twist befitting of Apple's penchant for innovation, 2022 brought renewed vigour under the leadership of the Apple Watch's visionary. Scaling back the dream of full autonomy to a more grounded, semi-autonomous approach akin to Tesla, Apple is now reportedly in the throes of collaboration with giants like Hyundai and sensor suppliers to bring this automotive marvel to life. With a battery designed to outperform Tesla and the most advanced chip of its kind, the Apple car doesn't just aspire to join the race—it aims to redefine it, integrating groundbreaking features that seamlessly merge with the iPhone ecosystem.

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   1. Berkshire Hathaway’s recent earnings report reveals the company has a record high $157.2B in cash.

   2. Jeff Bezos has announced he is moving from Seattle to Miami in a move that physically separates him from Amazon while bringing him close to the Blue Origins operational HQ in Cape Canaveral.

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