AlphaChip: Google DeepMind's latest AI

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Welcome to this week’s newsletter!

I’m excited to explore the exciting world of AI with you.

Technology is changing so quickly, and it’s amazing to see all the cool new inventions.

For example, did you hear about Google DeepMind’s new AI called AlphaChip? It can design computer chips much faster and better than before!

Moments like this really show us how far we’ve come and how much more there is to discover!

What’s Inside This Newsletter

🪰 Buzz Around AI

😀 AI Recap

🪄 AI Tools

🔹 AI Learning

♨️ What’s Hot In AI

📰 AI News

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🪰 Buzz Around AI

Google DeepMind has created a new AI called AlphaChip.

I've been thinking a lot about technology lately. I can’t help but wonder how the tiny brains in our gadgets are made.

I got really curious and did some digging. What I found blew my mind!

Google DeepMind has taken things to a whole new level. They created an AI called AlphaChip.

It uses reinforcement learning to design chips that outperform typical human designs.

I just found out that Google DeepMind has taken things to a whole new level. They've created this AI called AlphaChip. It uses reinforcement learning to make chip designs that work better than what humans typically create. AlphaChip can do in hours which usually takes months.

Some important points:

• Google has used AlphaChip to design its own special computer chips for the last 3 versions. This has made the chips work better and be created faster.

• AlphaChip uses a unique method to understand how different parts of a chip work together. This allows it to learn and adapt its knowledge for various chip designs.

• Google is sharing some of AlphaChip's details so other researchers can build on it.

• Companies like MediaTek are already using AlphaChip to create chips for smartphones and other devices.

Why this matters:

AlphaChip could start a cycle where AI keeps improving itself. The AI designs better chips, which then allow for even smarter AI, which then designs even better chips, and so on. This could make AI improve very quickly, possibly faster than humans can keep up with.

Google NotebookLM just got an amazing upgrade!

It can summarize YouTube videos, search through audio files, and more.

These features have me excited about the future of AI-assisted learning and work.

The detail:

• NotebookLM can analyze YouTube videos and audio files! This means we can explore videos and podcasts alongside our usual text sources.

• The AI behind this, called Gemini 1.5, can pull out key information from videos and even convert speech to text.

• Remember those AI-generated audio summaries that went viral?

  You can share them even more easily with a simple link.

• These updates are all about making our lives easier.

Why I'm geeking out about this:

This is a big deal for Google and for all of us who rely on the internet for learning and work.

NotebookLM was already impressive, but it’s tapping into the treasure trove that is YouTube.

I can’t imagine— how-to videos, lectures, and documentaries can be digested in minutes instead of hours!

😀AI Recap

1.  Japanese archaeologists and IBM researchers used AI to discover 303 new geoglyphs near Peru's Nazca Lines.

2. In New York, people are using an AI-powered tool to book reservations at the city’s top fine-dining spots.

3. AstraZeneca is teaming up with New York startup Immunai. So that they can use AI to speed up cancer drug trials.

🪄 AI Tools

5 Game-Changing AI Tools You Need To 10x Your Productivity!

🔍 Replio: Turn your surveys into engaging AI-driven conversational interviews.

📊 Sequel: Get instant insights and visuals just by asking questions about your data.

🛠️ Unblocked: Enhance your source code with context from GitHub, Slack, Confluence, and more. It gives developers accurate answers without the hassle of searching.

💰 Nuvio: AI-powered platform helps you manage your income, expenses, and cash flow.

🎧 SFX Engine: AI sound effect generator designed for audio producers, video editors, and game developers.

🔹AI Learning

How to Create Step-by-Step Guides with Scribe

Scribe simplifies process documentation by automatically generating step-by-step guides.

You have to follow these steps to get started!

Step 1: Download Scribe

You can use Scribe in various ways:

• Browser Extensions:

  Install the Chrome or Edge extension to capture processes in browser-based applications.

• Desktop Apps:

  Download the Mac or Windows desktop apps to capture processes in desktop applications.

Step 2: Capture a Scribe

A Scribe is a guide automatically created for any digital process. To capture a Scribe:

1. Open the Scribe recorder using the browser extension or desktop app.

2. Walk through your process as you normally would.

3. Turn off the recorder when you finish.

Step 3: Customize Your Scribe

Scribe will create your guide automatically, but you can enhance it by:

• Edit screenshots: Crop, annotate, or redact images as needed.

• Add additional notes or instructions to clarify steps.

Step 4: Share Your Scribe

You can share your scribe easily!

Here are some ways to do it:

• Use the Smart Embed feature to integrate your Scribe into tools you already use.

• Share the link directly with your teammates for quick access.

And that’s it! In just a few minutes, you've captured, customized, and shared your first Scribe with your team.

💡 Helpful Tips

• Explore how to navigate your workspace for a smoother experience.

• Familiarize yourself with the features available in the Scribe dashboard.

♨️ What’s Hot In AI

Sam Altman's Perspective and What's Next for OpenAI

Sam Altman commented on the recent leadership changes at OpenAI. He said these transitions are normal for rapidly growing companies.

OpenAI is shifting from a non-profit to a for-profit model. The departures of top executives have raised concerns. But, the company remains a leader in the AI sector.

Its powerful models, like o1, continue to set the standard. The upcoming Sora video model is also highly anticipated.

Additionally, OpenAI is about to secure a record $6.5 billion in funding. This investment shows strong confidence from backers. These changes are unlikely to slow OpenAI's momentum. As Sulman Choudhry, head of engineering for ChatGPT, said, “AGI isn’t here yet, but you can feel it.”

📰 AI News

1. Microsoft is set to face heightened competition scrutiny in Germany.

2. Ello is the AI reading companion for kids who struggle with reading. They launched a new product on Monday. This product will allow children to take part in creating their own stories.

3. Raspberry Pi has released a camera module intended for vision-based AI applications.

4. Meta has not disclosed whether it uses photos from smart glasses to train its AI.