Author: Darren Holt

AITechnology

OpenAI Faces Copyright Backlash After Sora 2 Launch Strategy Reversal

OpenAI’s Sora 2 video app launched with a controversial opt-out copyright model that allowed users to generate videos with protected characters. Within 72 hours, following widespread criticism, CEO Sam Altman announced a complete reversal to an opt-in system for rightsholders.

OpenAI’s Controversial Copyright Strategy

OpenAI’s rollout of its Sora 2 video application has sparked significant controversy in the entertainment industry, according to reports. The initial launch featured what sources indicate was a questionable approach to intellectual property rights, permitting users to generate videos containing copyrighted content until rightsholders specifically requested removal.

by Darren Holt
BusinessTechnology

Oracle Stock Decline Erases $24 Billion From Larry Ellison’s Fortune Amid Cloud Spending Questions

Larry Ellison’s fortune reportedly decreased by approximately $24 billion following Oracle’s stock decline, according to analyst reports. The drop comes amid questions about the company’s capital expenditure plans despite continued optimism about cloud infrastructure growth. Ellison remains the world’s second-wealthiest person with an estimated $350.6 billion net worth.

Oracle Shares Slide Impacts Founder’s Wealth

Larry Ellison’s substantial net worth reportedly decreased by approximately $24.1 billion following a recent decline in Oracle Corporation shares, according to financial analysts. The technology billionaire, who holds about 41% equity in the company he co-founded, saw his fortune drop to an estimated $350.6 billion, sources indicate.

by Darren Holt
BusinessTechnology

Salesforce Unveils Agentforce IT Service, Creating Major Channel Opportunities

** Salesforce has introduced Agentforce IT Service, a new AI-powered IT service management platform unveiled at Dreamforce. The launch creates significant implementation and migration opportunities for Salesforce’s global partner ecosystem while positioning the company in the competitive ITSM market.

New IT Service Platform Emerges from Dreamforce

Salesforce has launched Agentforce IT Service, a significant new product introduction at its annual Dreamforce conference that reportedly aims to transform IT service management through AI-driven automation. According to reports, the platform launches with more than 100 prebuilt connectors and integrations with major technology companies including CrowdStrike, Google, Microsoft and IBM, creating immediate implementation opportunities for Salesforce partners.

by Darren Holt
SoftwareTechnology

Meta to Trial WhatsApp Message Limits in Bid to Reduce Platform Spam

Meta is preparing to test new WhatsApp restrictions that would limit how many messages users can send to people who haven’t replied. The company reportedly aims to combat spam while minimizing impact on regular users. This comes as WhatsApp develops username support that could change how users connect on the platform.

WhatsApp’s New Anti-Spam Measures

Meta Platforms will soon begin testing monthly message limits on WhatsApp to address the platform’s growing spam problem, according to reports. The company confirmed to TechCrunch that it will implement caps on how many messages users can send to people who haven’t responded to them.

by Darren Holt