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The AI landscape is witnessing an intense rivalry between OpenAI and Google, characterized by calculated announcements and competitive strategies. Since the emergence of ChatGPT, the two tech giants have been vying for AI dominance. OpenAI’s recent acquisition of LoveFrom’s “io” hardware division, a move some perceive as a deliberate attempt to steal Google’s thunder during its I/O event, exemplifies this competition. Although Google potentially boasts more technically advanced and widely implemented AI models, OpenAI has demonstrated a remarkable ability to capture public imagination and generate significant buzz. The acquisition involves OpenAI issuing approximately $6.5 billion in equity to onboard around 55 LoveFrom employees, including prominent figures from Apple’s design team.