Google is reportedly adding an “AI Mode” to its search engine, allowing users to interact with search results via a chatbot interface. This move is seen as a response to the growing popularity of AI chatbots like ChatGPT. The new feature will enable users to ask follow-up questions and interact with search results more naturally, marking a significant evolution in the search experience.
OpenAI’s “12 Days of OpenAI” showcased numerous updates, including new reasoning models, video generation capabilities, and deeper integration with other platforms. Highlights include the launch of Sora video generation and advancements in the ChatGPT interface and API. The event revealed a focus on expanding access and improving the user experience, while also hinting at future developments in AI technology.
OpenAI’s latest AI model, o3, surpasses its predecessors in reasoning and accuracy. Internally fact-checking its responses, o3 shows improved performance on various benchmark tests and includes transparency in its reasoning. Currently available to researchers, its future integration into public platforms is highly anticipated.
Broadcom CEO Hock Tan forecasts a decade-long boom in artificial intelligence, driven by massive investments from tech giants in custom AI processors. Broadcom is a key supplier to major AI players like OpenAI and Apple, and Tan predicts tens of billions of dollars in additional annual revenue from AI chips by 2027. Broadcom’s stock price has surged over 101% year-to-date, reflecting investor confidence in the AI market’s future.
The demand for AI and ML professionals is surging in 2025, with healthcare, BFSI, and IT sectors leading the way. High salaries are expected for roles like AI engineers and data scientists. However, challenges exist in mastering complex skills and addressing ethical concerns. Upskilling through practical experience and structured learning is crucial for success in this growing field.
AIIMS and the Wadhwani Institute won top awards for their AI-powered healthcare solutions at the Tech4Good Awards 2024. AIIMS’s Ioncology.ai platform excels in early cancer detection, while the Wadhwani Institute’s tool revolutionizes newborn care in rural India using smartphone technology. These advancements highlight the transformative potential of AI in improving healthcare access and outcomes.
Samsung SDS is building its first AI-focused data center in Gumi, South Korea, investing $15 million to meet the surging global demand for AI computing power. This strategic move follows a 35% revenue jump in its cloud services division and aligns with industry predictions of a 40.5% CAGR in AI data center capacity by 2027. The new CEO, Lee June-Hee, will lead this expansion, leveraging partnerships such as the one with Microsoft Azure.
MKBHD’s YouTube Short compares Google’s Veo 2 and OpenAI’s Sora AI video generators. Veo 2 excels in realism due to its access to YouTube’s vast data, unlike Sora. While Veo 2 has flaws, its performance currently surpasses Sora, generating significant industry discussion and highlighting the importance of training data in AI video generation.
The House AI Task Force released a report with recommendations on boosting AI development while mitigating risks. The report, a product of bipartisan collaboration, includes 89 recommendations across 14 areas, serving as a foundation for future AI legislation. It emphasizes government leadership in responsible AI adoption and promotes AI innovation while addressing potential harms. The task force advocates for an incremental approach to AI regulation.
Palantir, the data analytics firm, almost failed in its early years due to a lack of contracts. However, CEO Alex Karp secured crucial government deals, saving the company. Now, with AI integration and a soaring stock price, Palantir’s future looks bright, exceeding even traditional defense contractors in market capitalization.
