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What’s Going On With Google Gemini Deep Research? | E2072

Jan 16, 2025

Aarush Selvan, Lead PM at Google Gemini Deep Research, dives into the revolutionary advancements in AI, specifically explaining their cutting-edge Deep Research technology that personalizes research experiences. They discuss the challenges of AI reliability, including the 'hallucinations' phenomenon in generated content. Aarush also shares insights on Google's AI business model, the integration of memory in AI systems, and the implications of these innovations for user research. Plus, hear about TikTok's struggles in the current regulatory landscape.

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Google Gemini's Deep Research functions as a personal AI assistant that greatly enhances and streamlines the research process for users.

The AI's capability to synthesize vast amounts of information enables rapid generation of comprehensive reports on emerging technologies and trends.

Trustworthiness in AI-generated insights is crucial, emphasizing the importance of source citation to ensure accuracy and instill user confidence.

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Deep Research Overview

Deep Research functions as a personal AI research assistant designed to enhance the research process significantly. Users can initiate their queries, after which the system formulates a comprehensive research plan that includes various sub-queries and strategies to gather relevant information. This plan sets the foundation for a multi-faceted inquiry, sourcing from a wide array of web content, making the research both structured and efficient. The approach not only streamlines the process but also allows for user interaction, thereby customizing the research trajectory according to specific needs.

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Skiing Adventures and AI Innovations

7min

Advancements in NLP and the Power of Deep Research Technology

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Understanding Deep Research: An AI Approach

4min

Optimizing Research with AI and Effective Task Management Tools

4min

Transforming Google's AI: Challenges and Innovations

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Integrating Fitness and Technology for Founders' Success

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Unpacking Google's Gemini: Innovations in Deep Research

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AI Innovations and Digital Challenges

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Today’s show: Jason and Alex interview Aarush Selvan, lead PM at Google Gemini Deep Research, and discuss their groundbreaking work. They also took a moment to cover TikTok’s dire situation and AI investment to start the year.

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(1:26) Jason Calacanis shares his Japan skiing experience (6:18) Arush Selvan from Google Gemini team background discussion (9:26) PrizePicks. TWiST listeners, download the app today and use code TWIST to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup! Go to: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/TWIST PrizePicks - Run your game. (14:23) Deep research demonstration and server resource usage (19:42) Coda. TWiST listeners get 6 months at https://www.Coda.io/twist (22:11) Google's business model and AI-generated research reports (29:55) Fitbod. Get 25% off your Fitbod subscription or try out the app for FREE when you sign up: fitbod.me/TWIST (32:00) Personalized data integration and content permissions in AI tools (34:22) Differentiation and hallucinations in AI-generated content (44:11) Business models for AI search engines and OpenAI's new task feature (54:30) Synthesia's AI-generated video tool demo and privacy in biometric payments (59:36) Investments in AI companies and TikTok's potential ban (1:04:17) Chinese government influence and US rule of law in tech (1:07:29) Irony of migrating to Little Red Book and upcoming inauguration (1:08:02) Staying updated with This Week in Startups

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