SAN FRANCISCO — The parents of a on the company’s business practices are questioning the circumstances of their son’s death last month. In an interview this week, Suchir Balaji’s mother and father expressed confusion and shock over his sudden passing, expressing doubt their son could have died by suicide, as determined by the county medical examiner. The family hired an expert to perform an independent autopsy but has yet to release the report’s findings. “We’re demanding a thorough investigation — that’s our call,” said Balaji’s mother, Poornima Ramarao. San Francisco police found Balaji dead in his Lower Haight apartment on Nov. 26, less than a week after his 26th birthday. The San Francisco Medical Examiner’s Office later told this news agency his death was ruled a suicide, though a final autopsy report has yet to be released while the office completes toxicology tests. Earlier this month, San Francisco police officials said there is “currently, no evidence of foul play.” Balaji’s death sent shockwaves throughout Silicon Valley and the artificial intelligence industry. He garnered a national spotlight in late October when he accused his former employer, OpenAI, of breaking federal copyright law by siphoning data from across the internet to train its blockbuster chatbot, ChatGPT. His concerns backed up allegations aired in recent years by authors, screenwriters and computer programmers who say OpenAI stole their content without permission, in violation of U.S. “fair use” laws governing how people can use previously published work. Media companies have been among those to sue the company, including The Mercury News and seven of its affiliated newspapers, and, separately, The New York Times. In an interview with The New York Times published in October 2024, Balaji described his decision to leave the generative artificial intelligence company in August while suggesting that its data collection practices are “not a sustainable model for the internet ecosystem as a whole. “If you believe what I believe, you have to just leave the company,” he told the newspaper. By Nov. 18, Balaji had been named in court filings as someone who had “unique and relevant documents” that would support the case against OpenAI. He was among at least 12 people — many of them past or present OpenAI employees — to be named by the newspaper in court filings as having material helpful to their case. His death a week later has left Balaji’s parents reeling. In an interview at their Alameda County home this week, his mother said her only child “was an amazing human being, from childhood.” “No one believes that he could do that,” Ramarao said about his taking his own life. OpenAI did not immediately respond to a request for comment but in a statement to Business Insider said it was “devastated” to learn of Balaji’s death and said they had been in touch with his parents “to offer our full support during this difficult time.” “Our priority is to continue to do everything we can to assist them,” the company’s statement read. “We first became aware of his concerns when The New York Times published his comments and we have no record of any further interaction with him. “We respect his, and others’, right to share views freely,” the statement added. “Our hearts go out to Suchir’s loved ones, and we extend our deepest condolences to all who are mourning his loss.” Born in Florida and raised in the Bay Area, Balaji was a prodigy from an early age, his mother told this news agency. He spoke her name at 3 months old; at 18-months he would ask “me to light a lamp to cheer me up” and could recognize words at 20 months, she said. Balaji appeared to have a knack for technology, math and computing, taking home trophies and earning renown, including in the 2016 United States of America Computing Olympiad. In 2020, he went to work for OpenAI — viewing the company’s then-commitment to operating as a nonprofit as admirable, his mother said. His opinion of the company soured in 2022 while he was assigned to gather data from the internet for the company’s GPT-4 program, the New York Times reported. The program analyzed text from nearly the entire internet to train its artificial intelligence program, the outlet reported. Ramarao said she wasn’t aware of her son’s decision to go public with his concerns about OpenAI until the paper ran his interview. While she immediately harbored anxiety about his decision — going so far as to implore him to speak with a copyright attorney — Ramarao also expressed pride in her son’s bravery. ‘He kept assuring me, ‘Mom, I’m not doing anything wrong — go see the article. I’m just saying, my opinion, there’s nothing wrong in it,” said Ramarao, herself a former employee of Microsoft who worked on its Azure cloud computing program. “I supported him. I didn’t criticize him. I told him, ‘I’m proud of you, because you have your own opinions and you know what’s right, what’s wrong.’ He was very ethical.” After leaving the company, Balaji settled on plans to create a nonprofit, one centering on the machine learning and neurosciences fields, Ramarao said. He had already spoken to at least one venture capitalist for seed funding, she said. “I’m asking, like, ”How will you manage your living?’ ” Ramarao said. She recalled how her son repeatedly tried to assuage any concerns about his finances, suggesting that “money is not important to me — I want to offer a service to humanity.” Balaji also appeared to be keeping a busy schedule. He turned 26 while on a backpacking trip in the Catalina Islands with several friends from high school. Such trips were commonplace for him — in April he went with several friends to Patagonia and South America. Balaji last spoke to his parents on Nov. 22, a 10-minute phone call that centered around his recent trip and that ended with his talking about getting dinner. “He was very happy,” Ramarao said. “He had a blast. He had one of the best times of his life.” Ramarao remembers calling her son shortly after noon on Nov. 23 but said it rang once and went to voicemail. Figuring that he was busy with friends, she didn’t try visiting his apartment until Nov. 25, when she knocked but got no answer. She said she called authorities that evening but was allegedly told by a police dispatch center that little could be done that day. She followed up Nov. 26, and San Francisco police later found Balaji’s body inside his apartment. Ramarao said she wasn’t told of her son’s death until a stretcher appeared in front of Balaji’s apartment. She was not allowed inside until the following day. “I can never forget that tragedy,” Ramarao said. “My heart broke.” Ramarao questioned authorities’ investigation of her son’s death, claiming that San Francisco police closed their case and turned it over to the county medical examiner’s office within an hour of discovering Balaji’s body. Ramarao said she and her husband have since commissioned a second autopsy of Balaji’s body. She declined to release any documents from that examination. Her attorney, Phil Kearney, declined to comment on the results of the family’s independent autopsy. Last week, San Francisco police spokesman Evan Sernoffsky referred questions about the case to the medical examiner’s office. David Serrano Sewell, executive director of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, declined to comment. Sitting on her living room couch, Ramarao shook her head and expressed frustration at authorities’ investigative efforts so far. “As grieving parents, we have the right to know what happened to our son,” Ramarao said. “He was so happy. He was so brave.”99 casino 。

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Josh Hoover completed a record-setting season by passing for 252 yards and four touchdowns and TCU defeated Louisiana 34-3 in the New Mexico Bowl on Saturday in Albuquerque. Hoover completed 20 of 32 passes and finished the season with 3,949 passing yards, 48 more than Trevone Boykin's previous single-season school record. The Horned Frogs (9-4), who rolled to a 27-0 halftime lead and coasted, won their fourth straight game and for the sixth time in their last seven games. Ben Wooldridge returned from a three-game absence due to a shoulder injury and completed 7 of 20 passes for 61 yards with an interception for the Ragin' Cajuns (10-4), who lost their second consecutive game after a 31-3 defeat to Marshall in the Sun Belt Conference Championship Game on Dec. 7 in Lafayette, La. TCU outgained Louisiana 367 yards to 209 and finished with 257 passing yards compared to 95 for the Cajuns. On the Frogs' fourth offensive play of the third quarter, Hoover threw his fourth touchdown pass, a 20-yarder to Blake Nowell that expanded the lead to 34-0 at the end of the period. Louisiana avoided a shutout when Kenneth Almendares kicked a 24-yard field goal early in the fourth quarter. TCU received the opening kickoff and, 11 plays later, Hoover threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to DJ Rogers. On the ensuing possession, Wooldridge drove the Cajuns to the Frogs 37, but Almendares' 54-yard field-goal attempt hit the right upright and bounced away. It was just the third missed field goal in 30 attempts this season for the Lou Groza Award winner. Hoover threw a 1-yard touchdown pass to Eric McAlister on fourth down to increase the lead to 14-0 at the end of the first quarter. McAlister was Hoover's most frequent target, finishing with eight receptions for 87 yards. Kyle Lemmermann kicked field goals from 45 and 22 yards and Hoover threw a 20-yard touchdown pass to JP Richardson on fourth-and-2 to expand the lead to 27-0 at halftime. --Field Level Media

5 Best Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI) CompaniesA rested flock was set to return to the ice after the holiday break as the Ducks geared up to dive headlong into a back-to-back set at home that would see them opposed by the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday and the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday. After last Sunday’s dramatic comeback against Utah HC capped a spurt of three wins in four games, a competitive effort in Vegas in their fourth game in six nights fell short against the Pacific Division-pacing Golden Knights on Monday. In a game where shots on goal, shot attempts and other possession metrics were roughly even, the Ducks’ 0-for-4 performance on the power play loomed large. That was especially true since it was part of a broader stretch that has seen them go 1-for-19 while also allowing their only two five-on-four goals this season, including one against Vegas. They’ve been outscored narrowly overall, 16-14, in the five games they’ve played during that span. “We’ve got to get the power play going. That has been sputtering along,” Coach Greg Cronin told reporters. “When you do get power-play goals, it actually generates some offensive confidence, five-on-five. There’s a lot of frustration on the bench when they don’t score, particularly when we’re not getting a lot of chances and the other team’s getting shorthanded goals and shorthanded chances.” The Ducks were also shorthanded on Sunday in a different fashion, as they lost forward Brock McGinn (lower-body) and goalie John Gibson (upper-body) early in Vegas. Per Derek Lee of The Hockey News, neither player practiced on Saturday, though the Ducks said that Gibson’s absence was related to a separate illness as opposed to his upper-body injury. McGinn should be considered doubtful while Gibson and Lukáš Dostál might still split the two upcoming matches as planned initially. The first of those two games will pit the Ducks against Philadelphia, which has spent much of the year attempting to overcome a six-game winless slump that followed its season opener. Though they’ve cobbled together a pair of four-wins-in-five-games surges, the Flyers most recently lost four of five, surrendering 28 goals in those five outings. Travis Konecny, who signed an eight-year contract worth $70 million over the summer, leads the Flyers in scoring with 41 points. Matvei Michkov remained the frontrunner in the Calder Trophy race, though San Jose’s Macklin Celebrini has become an increasingly formidable challenger while Montreal’s Lane Hutson has emerged as a dark horse. Edmonton has won 11 of its past 13 contests to catapult itself in the standings. As recently as Dec. 5, the Oilers sat fifth in the Pacific, but they’ve since leapfrogged three teams –– the Kings, Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks –– to situate themselves directly behind Vegas. Related Articles Anaheim Ducks | Ducks can’t solve Golden Knights, who complete season sweep Anaheim Ducks | Mason McTavish delivers shootout win for Ducks in Utah Anaheim Ducks | Ducks and dads hit the road for games against Utah and Vegas Anaheim Ducks | Ducks start strong but fall to Avalanche Anaheim Ducks | Ducks and their surging trio welcome Colorado and its Big 3 That has also pushed their megastars, Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid, up the Art Ross Trophy leaderboard. Draisaitl’s 52 points tied him with Colorado’s Mikko Rantanen for second in the NHL entering Friday’s action while McDavid, who missed three games due to injury earlier this season, had 49 points to place him sixth in the league. When: 1 p.m. Saturday Where: Honda Center How to watch: Victory+, KCOP (Ch. 13) When: 1 p.m. Sunday Where: Honda Center How to watch: Victory+, KCOP (Ch. 13)

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Numerology Predictions Today, December 10, 2024: Read your personalized forecast for numbers 1 to 9 Numerology offers unique insights into the energies and influences of each day based on your birth date. Whether you’re seeking guidance in your career, relationships, health, or personal growth, these predictions are tailored to help you navigate the day with clarity and purpose. Find out what the numbers whisper for you today! ​1 (Those born on the 1st, 10th, 19th, and 28th of any month are blessed with the Number 1) If you are involved in intellectual work like writing, teaching, or public speaking, today might feel like an uphill battle. Ideas will flow effortlessly in your mind, but articulating them clearly may feel like trying to grasp smoke. Be patient with yourself and focus on drafting rather than finalizing your thoughts. Avoid making major decisions, especially concerning buying or selling, as the energies are not in your favor today. Communication with others may also feel strained, so try not to force conversations. Instead, channel your thoughts into creative pursuits or brainstorming for future projects. This introspective day is best spent refining your vision rather than implementing it. While it might seem frustrating, taking a step back will provide clarity later. Trust that this pause is temporary, and tomorrow may bring a more conducive atmosphere for productivity. ​2 (Those born on the 2nd, 11th, 20th, or 29th of any month are ruled by the Numerology number 2) Your mind today gravitates toward broader perspectives and ambitious plans. You feel an urge to dream big and create strategies for the future. Optimism fills your day, and you may feel inspired by others or your surroundings. However, a word of caution: enthusiasm might make you overlook finer details. Double-check contracts, agreements, or any critical communication to avoid misunderstandings or errors in judgment. Trusting your instincts is beneficial, but balanced caution will enhance your success. Social interactions today are harmonious, and you may find yourself drawn to discussions that stimulate your creativity and intellect. People around you will appreciate your insight, but ensure you stay grounded. By balancing optimism with careful analysis, today can serve as a foundation for long-term success. ​3 (Those born on the 3rd, 12th, 21st, or 30th of any month are ruled by the Numerology number 3) This is a highly favorable day for decisions concerning finances or investments. Your judgment is sharp, and your conservative approach ensures you make choices that will bear fruit in the future. Investing in timeless assets, such as art, collectibles, or property, could be particularly rewarding today. Beyond monetary matters, your day is also enriched by the reappearance of old friends or acquaintances. These connections will bring warmth and perhaps open doors to new opportunities. Your creative energy is high, and expressing it through writing, designing, or even hosting an event could bring joy and satisfaction. Take time to savor the harmony surrounding you and remember to balance your practical pursuits with moments of leisure. Today, the stars favor not only sound decision-making but also meaningful interpersonal connections. ​4 (Those born on the 4th, 13th, 22nd, or 31st of any given month are ruled by the Numerology number 4) Today might bring feelings of restriction and delay, leaving you frustrated or disheartened. Your efforts to achieve certain goals may face unexpected obstacles, making you question your approach. Authority figures, whether bosses, elders, or governing bodies, might pose challenges or seem uncooperative. This can lead to discomfort in professional or personal dealings. Instead of pushing against the tide, use this time to reevaluate your methods and long-term objectives. Patience will be your greatest ally today. While you may not see immediate results, the lessons learned from today’s setbacks will ultimately strengthen your resolve. On a personal note, practicing mindfulness or engaging in stress-relieving activities can help ease tension. Avoid making impulsive decisions, and focus on aligning your goals with realistic timelines. Remember, every challenge carries the seeds of growth, and perseverance is key to turning difficulties into stepping stones. ​5 (Those born on the 5th, 14th, or 23rd of any month are ruled by the Numerology number 5) This day promises a harmonious flow in friendships and collaborations. Your ability to balance giving and receiving is heightened, making you a magnet for positive interactions. Communication is your superpower today, as you connect easily with others, understanding their needs while expressing your own with clarity. 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Whether it’s decorating your space, exploring art, or making important decisions, your instincts will guide you effortlessly. Trust your sixth sense, as it will help you navigate tricky situations and make choices that feel inherently right. Emotionally, you are in a nurturing mood, eager to offer support and care to loved ones. This makes it a wonderful day for family gatherings, romantic gestures, or acts of kindness. Professionally, if you’re involved in creative or healing professions, your unique approach will stand out and bring appreciation. Financially, it’s a favorable time for investing in aesthetic or personal projects. Remember to take moments to indulge in self-care or enjoy the fruits of your labor. The energy of the day aligns with harmony, balance, and soulful connections. ​7 (Those born on the 7th, 16th, or 25th of any month are ruled by the Numerology number 7) Today is a deeply introspective and spiritually enriching day. You’ll feel drawn toward exploring profound questions about life, purpose, and the unseen forces that shape your world. Whether through meditation, reading, or engaging in philosophical discussions, your thirst for knowledge and clarity is strong. Your intuition is heightened, allowing you to perceive subtleties that others may overlook. This makes it an excellent day to focus on self-development or to delve into topics such as spirituality, science, or metaphysics. Be cautious, however, not to isolate yourself entirely. Sharing your thoughts with like-minded individuals can deepen your understanding and provide fresh perspectives. Professionally, you might excel in analytical tasks or creative problem-solving, as your mind is exceptionally sharp. If possible, avoid overly social or chaotic environments; your energy is best utilized in calm, focused settings. 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