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Red alert at OpenAI: Why the AI power struggle is opening new opportunities for Munich startups
When OpenAI called a “red alert” internally in early December last year, it was more than just an industry headline. It’s a signal: the competition in the artificial intelligence market is more open than ever. Google has caught up significantly with its Gemini model and is putting pressure on the former market leader. What at first sounds like a two-way battle between tech giants actually opens up new possibilities for smaller players upon closer inspection. Now could be the right time especially for Munich AI startups. We spoke with AI expert Gitta Kutyniok from LMU and Branchly founder Sebastian Flick about this.
Branchly: Efficient customer communication with AI
Chatbots on company websites that provide quick and helpful answers to questions are a good idea – if they work properly. The Munich startup Branchly wants to help small and medium-sized enterprises provide the best possible customer service with its AI-based solution. The two founders Sebastian Flick and Markus Linnenberg explain exactly how this works in the interview. First published on: May 17, 2024
