Author: Marcus Smith
Marcus Smith
Marcus Smith is the editor and administrator of Cedar Key Beacon, overseeing newsroom operations, publishing standards, and site editorial direction. He focuses on clear, practical reporting and ensuring stories are accurate, accessible, and responsibly sourced.
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Looking at OpenAI’s financial data for too long can cause a certain kind of vertigo. By any historical standard, the…