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AI is blowing up this week! 🔥

OpenAI is set to introduce "Strawberry" this fall.

An advanced AI product that promises to redefine what AI can accomplish in reasoning and complex tasks.

what this means? 🤔

Let's get into it...

📝 Today’s Menu

• 🚀 Google Launches Trio of New Models

• 👀 Meta Unveils Sapiens for Human-Centric Vision Tasks

• 🍓 OpenAI’s Strawberry Is Coming Soon

• ⚡ Grok-2 Improves Speed, Accuracy, Transparency

• 🎨 Midjourney Finally Launched A Website

• 🎓 Arizona State University’s Integration of ChatGPT

• 🔥 Quick AI Developments

• 🚀 Trending AI Tools

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🚀 Google Launches Trio of New Models

Google has once again pushed the boundaries of AI with the launch of three experimental models under the Gemini 1.5 series.

These models—Flash-8B, Pro, and the enhanced Flash—are now accessible to developers through Google AI Studio.

A Closer Look at the Models:

🤖 Gemini 1.5 Flash-8B: 

This model is a powerhouse in a compact form. With just 8 billion parameters, it is designed for efficiency, allowing for quick responses while processing various data types, including text and images.

🤖 Gemini 1.5 Pro:

An upgrade from its predecessors, this model excels in understanding complex instructions and writing code, making it a valuable tool for developers and engineers.

🤖 Enhanced Gemini 1.5 Flash: 

The new Flash model has undergone significant improvements, delivering better performance across various tasks according to Google’s internal tests.

The upgraded Pro model now ranks as the second-best AI model on the Chatbot Arena leaderboard, while the new Flash model holds the sixth position.

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👀 Meta Just Unveiled Sapiens

Meta has introduced a new family of AI models under the name Sapiens, designed to excel in human-centric vision tasks.

This release marks a significant step forward in the field of computer vision, with the models pre-trained on an extensive dataset of over 300 million human photos.

Key Features of Sapiens:

👁️ 2D Pose Estimation: This task involves predicting the positions of various body parts, a critical function in applications such as augmented reality and human-computer interaction.

👁️ Body-Part Segmentation: Sapiens can accurately identify and segment specific body parts, which is essential for medical imaging, gaming, and virtual reality experiences.

👁️ Depth Estimation: The models excel at measuring the distance of objects from the camera, a crucial capability for autonomous vehicles and robotics.

👁️ Surface Normal Prediction: Predicting the orientation of surfaces, this feature enhances the realism and accuracy of 3D modeling and animation.

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🍓 OpenAI’s Strawberry is Coming Soon!

OpenAI is on the brink of unveiling its latest AI models, Strawberry and Orion.

Strawberry is poised to tackle complex math and programming tasks.

Meanwhile Orion is expected to be the next evolution of GPT-4, incorporating Strawberry’s advancements for even greater performance.

Strawberry’s Capabilities:

• Advanced Math Problem Solving: Strawberry is designed to excel in solving complex math problems, outperforming existing models in internal tests and scoring over 90% on the MATH benchmark.

• Optimized Programming Tasks: The model is also optimized for programming tasks, making it a powerful tool for developers looking to streamline their coding processes.

Orion’s Ambitions:

Orion, the planned successor to GPT-4, will leverage the data generated by Strawberry to offer higher accuracy and fewer errors in language processing tasks.

The potential of Strawberry to advance AI reasoning could propel OpenAI closer to achieving its ambitious goals of AGI (Artificial General Intelligence).

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LATEST DEVELOPMENTS

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⚡ Grok-2 Improves Speed, Accuracy, Transparency

xAI's Grok-2 and its mini version have made headlines with their recent updates, significantly enhancing both speed and accuracy.

These improvements have positioned Grok-2 as a leading model in the AI race, particularly in the areas of math, coding, and complex instruction-following.

What’s New with Grok-2:

⚡ Enhanced Speed: The Grok-2 mini has doubled its speed, thanks to a rewritten inference stack using SGLang. This makes it one of the fastest models available, ideal for applications requiring rapid processing.

⚡ Improved Accuracy: Both the standard and mini versions have seen a boost in accuracy due to reduced quantization error.

⚡ Leaderboard Achievements: Grok-2's larger model now ranks second on the LMSYS Chatbot Arena leaderboard, surpassing even Claude 3.5 Sonnet.

In just 18 months, xAI has developed a model that ranks third globally, a feat that has captivated the AI community.

Grok-2's advancements are not just a win for xAI but a significant milestone in the AI industry, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in AI-driven tasks.

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🎨 Midjourney Finally Launched A Website

MidJourney has recently launched a web version of its popular AI art creation tool, making it more accessible and user-friendly.

Here's a quick guide to help you get started and make the most of this powerful tool.

5-Step Tutorial:

1. Sign In: Visit midjourney.com and log in using your Discord or Google account to access the platform.

2. Create Your Prompt: The new interface allows for easy crafting of prompts. Be descriptive for the best results—try something like "rabbit family, 3D, high detail, close-up, high-res photo."

3. Generate Your Image: Paste your prompt into the input field and click "Run" to see your AI-generated art come to life.

4. Save and Organize: Once your image is rendered, head to the "Create" section to download your work. Use the "Organize" tab to keep your projects sorted.

5. Enjoy Free Creations: MidJourney offers 25 free creations each week, allowing you to explore the platform before deciding on a membership.

This new web version eliminates the need to use Discord, making AI art creation more streamlined and accessible to a broader audience.

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🎓 Arizona University’s Integration of ChatGPT

Arizona State University (ASU) is pioneering the integration of AI into education with its widespread use of ChatGPT across more than 200 projects.

This initiative is transforming how the university approaches teaching, research, and daily operations.

Key Initiatives at ASU:

• AI-Driven Writing Assistance: One of the standout projects is an AI tool that helps students improve their writing. This tool is designed to provide personalized feedback, making it easier for students to enhance their writing skills.

• Medical Chatbot ‘Sam’: ‘Sam’ is an AI chatbot that helps medical students practice patient interactions, providing a safe and controlled environment for learning.

• Research Collaboration Tools: ASU has also developed AI tools that simplify the process of finding participants for research studies, streamlining what was once a time-consuming task.

As AI becomes increasingly integrated into the workforce, ASU’s proactive approach ensures that students are well-prepared for future careers in AI-driven industries. QUICK AI BITES

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📲 Anthropic has made its Claude Artifacts feature generally available across all user tiers, including mobile, enabling users to create and run interactive code and programs directly alongside their chat interface.

🍏 Apple will launch its iPhone 16 series on September 9, 2024, during the "It’s Glowtime" event, introducing notable upgrades to their models, improved processing power and enhanced AI features.

🚫 California's AI safety bill, SB 1047, which imposes strict regulations on AI developers, is sparking debate as it moves toward a final vote, with support from figures like Elon Musk and opposition from major tech companies like Google and Meta.

🧺 Samsung has launched a new range of AI-powered washing machines, aiming to lead the premium segment by offering larger capacities, energy efficiency, and advanced features that cater to evolving consumer needs.

👨🏻‍🎓 Microsoft has launched a detailed 18-lesson course on GitHub designed to guide learners in building Generative AI applications from scratch.

🚀 Trending AI Tools

🎥 Luma Dream Machine 1.5 - AI-powered video creation with personalized text effects and improved motion dynamics.

🧠 flux-dev-lora-trainer - Train and deploy a FLUX LoRa model with ease.

🖌️ MolyPix - Effortlessly create editable graphic designs from text inputs.

🌐 D-iD AI Video Translate - Generate multilingual videos instantly with synchronized lip movements.

🖼️ Ideogram 2.0 - AI image creation with cutting-edge text detail precision

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