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OpenAI’s secret Q* project is now ‘Strawberry’ and aims to achieve human-level reasoning capabilities.

Also, Microsoft and Apple cancel plans to join OpenAI’s Board of Directors amid antitrust concerns.

Plus, Odyssey startup revolutionizes Hollywood with AI-generated video control.

Oh yeah, and OpenAI is partnering with Los Alamos…you know…the US government facility used for the Manhattan Project.

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• 📰 AI NEWS RECAP

• 🤿 AI DEEP DIVE

• 🛠️ AI TOOL OF THE WEEK

• ⚙️ GPT OF THE WEEK

• 🎓 AI COURSES OF THE WEEK

• 📝 AI PROMPT OF THE WEEK

• 🎨 AI IMAGE OF THE WEEK

📰 AI NEWS RECAP

OpenAI’s Q* Is Now ‘Strawberry’

OpenAI is cooking up a sweet new AI model, but it's leaving a sour taste for some.

Codenamed ‘Strawberry’

This project aims to give AI human-like reasoning skills.

But here's the juicy part…

Strawberry is actually a rebranded version of the controversial Q* model that allegedly got CEO Sam Altman fired last year.

⭐ From Q* to Strawberry

Q* was a hush-hush project that aimed to create AI with advanced reasoning capabilities.

Rumors swirled that Q* could pose risks to humanity.

In November 2023, Altman was briefly ousted as CEO, with some speculating Q* played a role.

Former board member Helen Toner cited concerns about Altman's leadership and transparency.

Altman was quickly reinstated amid fears OpenAI would collapse without him.

Now, Q* has been rebranded as Strawberry, but concerns about its potential dangers remain.

🍓 Strawberry's Sweet Skills

✅ Logical reasoning

The model aims to solve complex problems without "hallucinating" like current AI.

✅ Autonomous research

Strawberry could enable AI to conduct its own web searches to find answers.

✅ Paving the way for AGI

OpenAI sees Strawberry as a stepping stone to artificial general intelligence.

😖 A Sour Taste for Some

❌ Lack of transparency

Details about Strawberry and Q* remain under wraps, raising questions.

❌ Unchecked AI growth

Some worry that models like Strawberry could become too powerful to control.

❌ Deviation from principles

Critics argue OpenAI has strayed from its original focus on safe AI development.

🤖 The Road to ‘Reasoners’ and ‘Researchers’

Strawberry is part of OpenAI's plan to create advanced AI ‘Reasoners’.

These ‘Reasoners’ will evolve into ‘Researchers’ tasked with working 24/7 to crack the code for AGI.

But this ambitious roadmap has some sounding the alarm about the risks of unchecked AI development.

My Take

Strawberry represents both the sweet potential and sour risks of advanced AI.

On one hand, it could revolutionize fields like science and math with its reasoning skills.

As OpenAI charges ahead with its ambitious AGI roadmap, it's crucial that we prioritize responsible development over hype and speed.

We must ensure that the power of AI remains in service of humanity, not a threat to it.

The controversy surrounding Strawberry and Altman's ousting serves as a stark reminder of the high stakes involved in shaping the future of AI.

After all…even the sweetest fruit can turn rotten if left unchecked.

What's your take on Strawberry and OpenAI's bold plans?

OpenAI unveils 5-step plan to achieve AGI, currently at level 1. The roadmap includes ‘reasoners’, ‘agents’, and AI capable of running entire organizations.

Microsoft and Apple exit OpenAI board amid antitrust concerns. The tech giant relinquishes its seat but maintains a strong partnership with the AI company.

OpenAI partners with Los Alamos National Laboratory. The collaboration aims to develop safe AI applications for laboratory settings and advance scientific discovery.

OpenAI restricts access to Chinese developers. The move impacts ChatGPT and other AI services, reflecting escalating concerns over data security and AI competition.

Odyssey startup aims to revolutionize AI-generated video for Hollywood. The company's four-model approach offers unprecedented control over scenery, characters, lighting, and motion

Meta AI creates compact language model for mobile devices. The breakthrough enables on-device AI capabilities, potentially transforming smartphone interactions and privacy.

Google DeepMind robot navigates offices using Gemini AI. The demonstration showcases advanced spatial awareness and decision-making capabilities in real-world environments.

Anthropic introduces tool to evaluate and improve AI prompts. The new feature helps users craft more effective prompts, enhancing interactions with AI language models.

Samsung teases AI-powered Galaxy Ring for health tracking. The smart ring aims to revolutionize wearable tech, offering discreet health monitoring and AI-powered insights.

AI-powered behavior change shows promise in healthcare. Researchers explore AI's potential to personalize interventions and improve patient outcomes across various health conditions.

🤿 AI DEEP DIVE

Discover the significance of AI agents and their role in advancing AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) and ASI (Artificial Superintelligence).

This video highlights efforts by top AI companies, including OpenAI and Google, to create AI agents that can autonomously perform complex tasks.

Learn about agentic workflows and the tools driving these advancements.

See how AI agents are crucial in shaping the future of intelligent automation and collaboration.

🛠️ AI TOOL OF THE WEEK

Saner AI: An AI productivity app tailored for individuals with ADHD, offering features like note-taking, task management, and contextual search to streamline workflow and enhance focus.

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⚙️ GPT OF THE WEEK

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🎓 AI COURSES OF THE WEEK

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📝 AI PROMPT OF THE WEEK

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Provide a therapy session for an AI experiencing an existential crisis, focusing on meaning and purpose in a digital realm.

🎨 AI IMAGE OF THE WEEK

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