Leveraging AI 168 | When it rains it pours, 3 leading models in one week, AI training is critical, Alexa+ release, and more AI news you need to know for the week ending on Feb 28th
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Mar 1, 2025 This week marks a seismic shift in AI with three major model releases that could redefine the landscape. The competition heats up as OpenAI’s new release raises questions about whether it's a true innovation or merely a reaction. Meanwhile, AI training for executives is highlighted as increasingly essential. Amazon unveils Alexa+, enhancing its smart capabilities, while Elon Musk's Grok AI stirs controversy. Plus, the podcast dives into the uncanny world of humanoid robots and the future of AI in the job market, revealing both opportunities and concerns.
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Rapid AI Innovation
- The AI landscape is rapidly evolving with new models like GPT 4.5, Claude 3.7, and Alibaba's offerings.
- OpenAI, Anthropic, and Alibaba all released major AI models within a single week.
Claude 3.7's Hybrid Approach
- Claude 3.7 by Anthropic offers a hybrid approach, combining quick responses with extended thinking time.
- It also boasts improved code generation and fewer errors, appealing to developers.
GPT 4.5 Pricing Concerns
- OpenAI's GPT 4.5, while larger, faces criticism for high pricing and limited performance improvement over GPT-4.
- Its cost is significantly higher than previous versions, raising concerns about ROI.