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Gemini AI expands with multi-extensions and file uploads for Gemini Live
Google's Gemini AI now supports images, files, and YouTube content in Live conversations on Galaxy S24/S25 and Pixel 9 devices. Updates include expanded app actions, improved accessibility, and advanced reasoning via the Gemini 2.0 Flash model with a vast context window.
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DeepSeek R1 now combines real-time web data with advanced reasoning
DeepSeek R1, a reasoning-centered AI model, now merges real-time web browsing with its reasoning abilities. Users can access this feature via the DeepSeek API or platform, while the company focuses on open-source growth and accessibility through smaller model versions.
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Perplexity AI launches Sonar API as a real-time generative search tool
Perplexity AI's Sonar API is a real-time AI search tool available in Base and Pro tiers. It offers cost-efficient, customizable, citation-backed search solutions, with early adoption by Zoom and others, targeting industries like healthcare and finance with compliance needs.
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OpenAI’s new ChatGPT feature blends memory with search functionality
OpenAI is testing a memory-integrated search feature in ChatGPT, allowing it to use stored user data for context-aware responses. Though not yet public, this raises personalization capabilities and sparks discussions on privacy and targeted advertising implications.
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OpenAI’s Operator set to bring autonomous AI tasks to ChatGPT macOS app
OpenAI's upcoming "Operator" feature for the ChatGPT macOS app aims to function as an autonomous AI agent, automating tasks like coding and web browsing. Launching as a research preview in Jan 2025, it aligns with the industry's shift toward agent-based AI systems.
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Kling AI’s “Elements” in early testing to combine images into cohesive videos
Kling AI's "Elements" feature, in early access, enables creators to merge up to four images for coherent video creation with consistent characters and settings. Initially exclusive to select partners, it aligns with the platform’s goal of advancing professional content tools.
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Le Chat users to gain access to AFP’s multilingual news archive in new partnership
Mistral AI partners with AFP to integrate multilingual news content into its Le Chat AI assistant, enhancing factual reliability. This marks Mistral's first media deal, positioning it as a competitor in generative AI while diversifying AFP’s revenue streams.
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Google’s NotebookLM experiments with AI-powered interactive mind maps
Google is developing an AI-driven mind map for NotebookLM, enabling users to visualize sources, click for related discussions, and export data. Currently in testing, it aligns with Google's focus on integrating AI into productivity and knowledge management tools.
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OpenAI updates Custom Instructions with new UI and personalization features
OpenAI updated Custom Instructions in ChatGPT with a redesigned interface and expanded options for personalization, allowing users to specify preferences like name, profession, or desired traits. The rollout started on January 17, 2025, excluding some regions initially.
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Year in review: key ChatGPT features released in 2024
The blog reflects on ChatGPT's milestones in 2023, from the introduction of GPT Store and advanced voice features to expanded vision and memory capabilities. Key highlights include updates during OpenAI’s “12 Days of OpenAI” and the Pro Plan's debut in December.
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Testing Cohere’s AI: Custom zero-shot tools and exclusive features
Cohere, an AI platform for enterprise, offers tools like customizable zero-shot capabilities, embedding jobs via API, and a no-code chatbot dashboard. It includes a Chat UI with model selection options, though some features remain restricted or under development.
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Grok AI on web launches in Australia with web search and more
Elon Musk's xAI expanded Grok with a web app in Australia following its iOS release. Features include image creation, web/X post search, and a PDF viewer. Modes and privacy options are offered, with issues addressed via a Discord channel as it contends with leading AI chatbots.
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Perplexity to add support for Gemini 2 and O1 models
Perplexity's updates include potential pro user access to OpenAI's O1 model with customizable reasoning, testing of Gemini model integration, a recency filter for space searches, an updated spaces tab in iOS/Android, a language selector for dictation, and a free pro trial offer.
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Upcoming PRO plan hints at new features for Mistral AI
Mistral AI is updating its UI by relocating features and introducing tools like processing time display. A PRO plan with extended benefits is in progress, accompanied by usage limit trackers. New features include Notion integration, code refactoring support, and navigation updates.
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o3 model excels in math, science, and ethical AI reasoning
OpenAI introduced the o3 and o3-mini models, advancing AI reasoning with capabilities in complex tasks like coding and science. The o3 features simulated reasoning, while o3-mini offers faster, cost-efficient processing. Improved safety via deliberative alignment is included.
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Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Exp-01-21 debuts with 1M context and code execution
Google's Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking AI model update, Exp-01-21, introduces a 1M token context window, native code execution, longer outputs, and fewer contradictions. With improved benchmarks in math, science, and multimodal reasoning, it's now available free via AI Studio and API.
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xAI developing new model selector for Grok, hinting at Grok 3 launch
xAI is developing a model selector for its Grok platform, currently limited to "grok-2-latest," with plans to expand options, including Grok 3. This move supports user customization and positions Grok as a competitor to leading AI models while broadening its reach.
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Kimi k1.5 by MoonshotAI achieves SOTA benchmarks in reasoning
MoonshotAI introduced Kimi k1.5, a multi-modal LLM excelling in reasoning across text and vision. It supports 128k token contexts, outperforms competitors in benchmarks, and integrates advanced RL techniques for robust problem-solving in mathematics, coding, and visual tasks.
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Open-Source DeepSeek-R1 challenges OpenAI’s o1 in advanced benchmarks
DeepSeek has launched DeepSeek-R1, an open-source AI model rivaling OpenAI's o1 in performance. With 671B parameters, advanced reasoning capabilities, and an MIT license, it supports broad use cases via web, API, and six scalable variants for developers and researchers.
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Google may launch Gemini 2.0 Flash-Thinking-Exp-0123 on Jan 23
Google may introduce the Gemini 2.0 "Flash Thinking Exp-0123" AI model on January 23, 2025. Observed during a hackathon livestream, it likely advances decision-making efficiency, aligning with Google's AI Studio strategy for broader AI model applications.
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Microsoft debuts AI-powered search for Windows 11 on Copilot+ PCs
Microsoft introduces AI-driven natural language search in Windows 11 for Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. The feature processes queries locally via NPUs, supports limited file types, and will expand to cloud storage. Rollout excludes non-Copilot+ hardware users.
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Mistral AI reportedly developing memory feature for Le Chat assistant
Mistral AI plans to introduce a "Memories" feature in its chatbot, Le Chat, allowing it to retain past conversations. Likely tied to a Pro subscription, it addresses long-term recall limitations in AI but raises privacy questions. No release date is confirmed yet.
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o3-mini updates from OpenAI: Release date, features, and subscriber access
OpenAI is set to launch o3-mini in two weeks. The model emphasizes speed over performance compared to o1 pro, with simultaneous API and ChatGPT availability. Targeted at broad applicability, it will be initially accessible to OpenAI Plus subscribers.
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Minimax unveils T2A-01-HD with voice cloning and emotional intelligence features
MiniMax introduces the T2A-01-HD under Hailuo Audio HD, offering voice cloning, a 300+ voice library, emotional intelligence, and multilingual support in 17 languages. Available for trials and API integration, it targets diverse applications across industries.
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Grok by xAI unveils updates for personalized AI experience on X
xAI’s Grok is gaining updates to boost personalization, including a “Grok Personalization” setting for user data preferences, follow-up suggestions on posts, and text file uploads. These changes enhance Grok’s adaptability and integration on X’s platform.
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DeepSeek is preparing Deep Roles and released top rank V3 model
DeepSeek v3, with 671B parameters, triples the speed of its predecessor, outperforms competitors in math and coding tasks, and remains open source. Available on Hugging Face, it introduces "Deep Roles," a feature for creating and sharing customizable prompts.
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Character.AI tests gaming features and Group Chats on web
Character AI is testing games like "Speakeasy" and "Say the Same Word," adding a game button and scores feature. It also plans to expand group chat to the web, currently a mobile-exclusive feature, highlighting efforts to broaden platform functionality and utility.
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Hume AI launches Octave, bringing dynamic voices to developers
Hume AI unveiled Octave, a speech-language model enabling real-time creation of customizable, emotionally expressive voices. Designed for applications like healthcare and education, it supports tone, pitch, and rhythm adjustments, integrating with empathic AI tools.
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iOS Grok app launches in Australia amid web app speculation
The anticipated Grok web app at grok.com appears imminent, with a "Coming Soon" placeholder and references to "Grok 2.5" in the code. Meanwhile, a standalone iOS app is now available in Australia, offering image creation, uploads, and web search features.
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OpenAI boosts ChatGPT with app integration in voice mode
OpenAI updates include voice command support for app tasks, conversation search, integration with note-taking and coding tools, customizable toolbars, and a sticky code copy button. Features aim to improve workflows and usability, with regional restrictions on voice features.
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