Google unveils experimental 'thinking' model

Cyber Snack

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Google launched Gemini 2.0, NVIDIA unveiled a $249 AI kit, and OpenAI’s O3 model generates excitement. Llama 3.2 is now offline via PocketPal, and Figure 2.0 humanoid robots start shipping. Global AI investments rise, with Saudi Arabia investing $100B.

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Today’s Insights

• Google launches Gemini 2.0

• NVIDIA launches $249 AI kit for robotics development.

• OpenAI's Anticipated O3 Reasoning Model

• Tutorial: How to access Llama 3.2 locally on your phone

• Figure 2.0 starts Shipping

• Everything else you should know today

Top Stories

1. Google Unveils Gemini 2.0 - Enhanced AI for Text, Images, and Speech: Google's latest AI model, Gemini 2.0, now generates text, images, and speech, highlighting its competition with OpenAI. It features Gemini 2.0 Flash for enhanced speed and efficiency, and supports agentic functionalities through projects like Astra for visual assistance, Mariner for web tasks, and Jules for coding help, aimed at both developers and general users.

2. NVIDIA Launches Jetson Orin Nano Kit for AI Development: NVIDIA has introduced the Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit, priced at $249, offering 67 TOPS of AI performance. This kit is designed for developers to create AI applications in various fields, from robotics to autonomous machines

3. OpenAI's Anticipated O3 Reasoning Model: OpenAI is set to unveil a new reasoning model named 'o3' as part of their '12 Days of OpenAI' event. This has sparked speculation and excitement within the tech community about its capabilities in enhancing AI problem-solving beyond current models. There's also anticipation regarding possible hardware announcements or integration with existing models like GPT-4.5, although specifics remain under wraps.

AI Productivity Boost

How to access Llama 3.2 locally on your phone

• Go to the AppStore and download the PocketPal AI app.

• Launch the app, click on the top-left menu, and select ‘Models’.

• Look for ‘Llama’ and download ‘llama-3.2-3b-instruct q8_k’ (3.42 GB).

• After downloading it, click on ‘Load’ to activate the model.

• Now go back to the main menu, click on ‘Chat’, and start prompting AI without internet.

How-to Blueprint

How to transform any content into AI-generated audio discussions

• Go to Illuminate and sign up with your account to get credits.

• Now click on Start Generating.

• Enter your source URL or you can also search for the relevant research paper with keywords.

• Select tone and voice for your audio discussion and enter a prompt to explain it in detail.

Sample prompt: Create a conversation tailored for a general audience with a medium duration. The tone should be semi-professional.

• Click on Generate and wait for a few seconds.

• You’ll get your AI-generated audio discussion ready to be shared.

(Note: Illuminate may not be available in all regions yet, but you can join the waitlist to secure access as soon as it launches)

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The Snack Bar

🤖 Figure 2 Shipping Commencement: Figure, an AI robotics company, has begun shipping its second-generation humanoid robot, Figure 02, to commercial clients, marking a significant step in bringing humanoid robots into practical use in warehouses and factories.

💸 Deep Tech Funding: Indian deep tech startups see a 5.3x increase in average seed funding, driven by government support and venture capital confidence.

👀 Saudi AI Investment: Saudi Arabia is investing $100 billion in AI, aiming to lead in global tech innovation by focusing on data centers, startups, and AI infrastructure.

🛒 AI Copyright Debate: The UK has proposed changes to copyright laws to allow AI to use copyrighted materials for training, sparking debate over creator rights versus AI development.

🔒 Nvidia's AI Chips Smuggling: The U.S. Commerce Department is investigating the smuggling of Nvidia chips to China, highlighting tensions over AI technology export controls.

🤝 OpenAI vs. Musk: OpenAI is countering Elon Musk's legal moves to block its for-profit conversion.

🥊 Tech Mergers Scrutiny: China is increasing scrutiny on U.S. tech deals, following investigations into acquisitions like Nvidia's purchase of Mellanox, signaling a response to U.S. tech restrictions.

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Until next time!

Thomas & the Cyber Snack team 🚀