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Good morning from OWITH.ai: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in AI and tech world.Sam Altman's logic, as summarized in a Bloomberg interview by Harlan Stewart, is considered impeccable. The details of Altman's argument are not provided in the summary, but the emphasis is on the strength of his reasoning. The reader is encouraged to upgrade to a paid subscription for more information on AI from Gary Marcus.Transitioning to the next news, the recent fires in Los Angeles have revealed shortcomings in the insurance industry, leaving many without coverage and causing financial devastation. Insurtech startups have struggled to disrupt the market dominated by established players like Progressive and Farmer's. Despite significant investments, startups have faced challenges due to the complex and capital-intensive nature of providing affordable home insurance. Political tensions have also hindered progress in addressing coverage in disaster-prone areas. The text emphasizes the need for a national conversation to address the challenges of affordable home insurance, including public infrastructure investments. Resources for supporting firefighters and affected residents are provided, highlighting the importance of community support during crises. The article underscores the complexities facing the insurance industry in the wake of natural disasters like the fires in Los Angeles, calling for a collaborative approach to address these challenges.Moving on, the U.S. is planning to expand semiconductor trade restrictions on AI chips, with three tiers of restrictions based on countries. Elon Musk is pushing for changes at X, including removing dates from posts and implementing an $8 sign-up fee for new users. President-elect Trump's proposed 60% tariff on Chinese-made laptops could increase U.S. PC prices by 68%. Waymo's chief supports a U.S. self-driving car standard, Wiz hires a CFO for an IPO, and Ubisoft explores strategic options. Eric Schmidt is working on an AI video platform called Hooglee. Taiwan's government service network faced 2.4 million daily cyber attacks in 2024, largely attributed to Chinese hackers.Lastly, the email discusses various topics including the non-farm payroll jobs report, the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles, and the impact of climate change on the insurance market. It also touches on global warming, President-elect Trump's legal issues, and Mark Zuckerberg's defense of Meta's censorship rules. Additionally, it mentions the decline in quantum computing stocks and a court decision requiring Tesla board members to return excessive compensation. Other news includes Jefferies' impressive 2024 revenue and Amazon's Return-to-Office mandate. The email is curated by Deloitte and provides insights for TMT leaders in 2025 powered by generative AI.

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