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Hi everyone! Sam here! I can’t tell you how excited I am to be back! There is so much happening in the world of AI and I’m here to make sure you are up to date on all the most important parts.
You’re probably wondering, where have you been??
These past couple months have been an incredible ride and I’ve been diving deep into the practical applications for many of the things I will show you over the coming weeks.
As the line goes, “AI won’t take your job, the people who know how it works will…”
I’m going to make sure that those people are YOU. So sit tight and join me as we dive into another jam-packed week on the ever-evolving world of AI!
This week, we’ve got some thrilling stories that you won’t want to miss. From Palantir’s stealthy moves to how ChatGPT is interacting in the real world and on Google’s upcoming AI assistant, Let’s dive right in!
🗞️ News:
📈 Palantir’s Quiet Rise: What’s Happening Behind the Scenes?
🦾ChatGPT has Arms: How 2 Berkeley researchers got ChatGPT to start cleaning up their mess.
👾 Google’s Project Jarvis: Your AI Sidekick is Almost Here!
✍️ Prompt Tutorial: Create Your Personal Running Coach 🏃🏻♂️
⚡️ 3 AI tools to supercharge your productivity
📸 AI-generated images of the day: The Robot Barista
🗞️ News:
📈 Palantir’s Quiet Rise: What’s Happening Behind the Scenes?
Have you noticed the buzz around Palantir lately? If you're wondering who they are and what they're up to, you're not alone. Founded by Alex Karp and Peter Thiel back in 2003, Palantir has been flying under the radar while making significant strides in the AI sector.
Unlike the flashy AI startups focusing on chatbots and image generators, Palantir has spent two decades honing their expertise in helping organizations make sense of massive amounts of data. They're like the special forces of enterprise AI—operating quietly but effectively.
What do they offer?
🕵️♂️ Gotham: A platform that helps intelligence agencies connect the dots across complex datasets. Rumor has it, it even played a part in finding Osama bin Laden.
🏭 Foundry: Tailored for businesses, it streamlines everything from supply chains to factory operations.
🤖 AI Platform (AIP): Their latest venture integrates various AI models, like Anthropic's Claude, into existing systems.
What's unique about Palantir is their hands-on approach. Instead of just selling software, they embed their engineers directly with clients to build custom solutions.
Recent highlights include:
1. Partnering with Anthropic: They're bringing advanced AI capabilities to U.S. intelligence agencies through a highly secure environment.
2. Revolutionizing Wendy's Supply Chain: Yep, they're helping ensure you get your $1 Frosty without a hitch.
3. Potential Role in National AI Initiatives: They might play a significant part in upcoming government AI projects.
Why should you care?
Palantir's rise signals a shift in the AI landscape—from consumer-facing applications to deep, enterprise-level solutions that can impact national security and global business operations. It's a space worth watching, even if it doesn't grab headlines every day
🦾ChatGPT has Arms: How 2 Berkeley researchers got ChatGPT to start cleaning up their mess.
Ever wished a robot could handle your household chores? Researchers at UC Berkeley and ETH Zurich are making that a reality! They've enabled ChatGPT to control affordable robot arms to clean up spills.
By integrating a tool called LangChain, they translated natural language commands into robotic actions. In their experiment, a robot arm equipped with a simple sponge was instructed to clean a spill. The robot identified the spill, planned its movements, and explained each step—all in perfect English.
The details are really what makes this amazing:
The robot arms cost around $250 and are built using open-source designs. This makes advanced robotics accessible to everyone.
It took the researchers just four days to get the robot up and running. That's a testament to how far AI and open-source tools have come.
This breakthrough opens up new possibilities for how we interact with robots, using everyday language to control complex actions.
Imagine telling a robot, "Please clean up that spill," and watching it execute the task flawlessly. While it's still an early-stage project, this could pave the way for affordable home robots that assist with daily chores.
You can watch it in action here →
👾 Google’s Project Jarvis: Your AI Sidekick is Almost Here!
Imagine an AI assistant that can browse the web, shop for you, and even book your flights—all with simple voice commands. That's what Google's Project Jarvis promises to deliver.
Just days after OpenAI accidentally leaked a full version of o1, Alphabet gave us a sneak peek by releasing a preview version of Project Jarvis on the Chrome Store. While users couldn't fully interact with the agent yet, the preview showcased an impressive array of features:
🌐 Web-Browsing: Navigate the internet hands-free.
🛍️ Shopping Assistant: Find and purchase items effortlessly.
✈️ Travel Booker: Schedule flights and accommodations with ease.
The full release is expected sometime in December, and it could redefine how we interact with the web. With Jarvis, the line between human and machine interaction becomes even more seamless.
You can read further insights here →
✍️ Prompt Tutorial: Create Your Personal Running Coach 🏃🏻♂️
Open a new chat in ChatGPT and title it “Running Coach”
Type in the prompt below and check back each day to ask for the day’s schedule.
"You are my dedicated personal running coach, focused on helping me train effectively and safely. Design a comprehensive weekly training plan for the next [Enter Weeks, e.g., 12] weeks to prepare me for a [Enter Race Distance, e.g., half-marathon]. Tailor the plan to my fitness level ([Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced]) and adjust weekly mileage and intensity as I progress."
Each day, I’ll check in and ask for that day’s schedule, and you’ll provide me with the specific workout, pacing guidance, and any necessary tips for the day. Additionally, give a brief overview of the week’s structure, so I know how today fits into the bigger picture. Make adjustments as needed, considering my feedback on soreness, energy levels, or other factors.⚡️ 3 AI tools to supercharge your productivity
Sona
Captures and summarizes your conversations from any meeting or chat, then lets you search and reference the important details later.
Code Convert
Convert Code across more than 25 programming languages with the help of AI.
WebFill
Use advanced AI to automatically fill forms, complete surveys, handle data entry, and more.
📸 AI-generated images of the day: The Robot Barista
Prompt:
"An ultra-realistic image of a sleek, futuristic robot arm in a modern café setting. The robot arm is skillfully pouring latte art into a coffee cup, creating a design that resembles a digital circuit or an AI symbol. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with ambient lighting and contemporary décor. The image captures the fusion of advanced technology with everyday life, highlighting the innovative impact of AI and robotics on familiar experiences."🫡 We are here for you
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