How OpenAI's 'Strawberry' will transform your business

Hi Futurist,

The rumors are confirmed. OpenAI is preparing to launch their human-like reasoning AI model called Strawberry. Its impact is expected to surpass even that of the ChatGPT launch in late 2022. Therefore, I am sending you insights, inspiration, and innovation straight to your inbox. Let’s dive into the depths of the digital future together and discover the waves of change shaping our industry.

💡 In this post, we're dipping in:

• 📣 Byte-Sized Breakthroughs: Discover how OpenAI's upcoming Strawberry model could revolutionize your business with human-like reasoning, and what this means for decision-making processes and industry disruption.

• 🤖 Digital Toolbox: Explore three powerful tools designed to boost your team's productivity, create viral content effortlessly, and tailor AI solutions to your unique business needs.

• 🧐 In Case You Missed It: Catch up on key updates, from OpenAI's first federal agency customer to Meta's push for open-source AI in Europe, and the latest advancements in AI technology.

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📣 Byte-Sized Breakthroughs

Quick highlights of the latest technological developments.

Headstory: How OpenAI's ‘Strawberry’ will transform your business

We’re used to rapid change. Models evolve, capabilities expand, and what’s possible keeps pushing forward. But every now and then, something truly groundbreaking emerges. We hinted at it in a previous dip. This autumn, OpenAI is set to release Strawberry, a new model that doesn't just push the boundaries—it could shatter them. Strawberry represents a new level of reasoning: AI that thinks like a human. It has the potential to disrupt industries, workflows, and entire business models.

Strawberry isn’t like the AI models we’re familiar with. It takes its time, thinks through problems, and delivers output with precision. Much like a human does when faced with a complex problem. This isn’t about speeding through tasks or guessing the next word in a sequence; it's about deep, thoughtful analysis. That means the output isn't just fast—it’s incredibly accurate. For businesses that rely on complex decision-making processes, this could be a revolution. Imagine an AI that doesn't just follow instructions but understands the nuances, weighs the options, and provides solutions that were previously unimaginable.

Consultancy services worth thousands today? They could drop to zero. Strawberry could become the backbone of complex agent-based systems, executing multi-step tasks with unmatched accuracy. Agents built on this model won’t just perform tasks—they’ll master workflows, making decisions that could reshape entire departments. The implications are vast, and the question is: Are you prepared?

For businesses, the arrival of Strawberry demands a proactive approach. Here’s what leaders should be asking themselves:

• How will Strawberry’s reasoning capabilities affect our industry?

• How can my organization leverage AI’s reasoning power?

• What tasks in my business can AI take over, and how will that reshape our value proposition?

• Are our current AI strategies robust enough to integrate a model that requires time to think and analyse?

• What processes in our organization could be disrupted or even made obsolete by this new level of AI reasoning?

• Is our organization equipped to integrate AI at this level?

So, what should you do?

1. Start by reassessing your AI strategy. Consider the areas where AI could automate processes, reduce costs, or enhance decision-making.

2. Identify tasks that AI can handle better than humans. Ensure your teams are equipped to work alongside AI, maximizing its potential while staying agile in the face of rapid change.

3. Think long-term. How will your business look in a world where AI reasoning powers decision-making processes? Do you have the infrastructure, the talent, and the strategic vision to make the most of these advancements?

It’s not just about integration. It’s about transformation. Are you ready to reimagine your business with AI at its core? To stay competitive, you need to start planning now. Assess your current processes, identify areas where AI can add value, and begin integrating these technologies into your workflow. The future of AI isn’t just on the horizon—it’s arriving this autumn. Don’t wait for the wave to hit—ride it.

OpenAI introduces fine-tuning for GPT-4o

TL;DR

OpenAI has introduced fine-tuning for GPT-4o, allowing developers to tailor the model to specific applications. Additionally, Cosine's fine-tuned GPT-4o model has set new benchmarks in software engineering tasks, highlighting the power and flexibility of this customization.

Read it yourself?

Sentiment

There's a buzz of excitement as developers are eager to fine-tune the best model on the market today to fit their specific needs. The success of Cosine's fine-tuned model demonstrates the potential for substantial improvements in various domains, sparking excitement among developers and AI enthusiasts alike.

My thoughts

By offering fine-tuning for GPT-4o, OpenAI is providing developers with a powerful tool to create highly customized solutions that meet specific needs. One major advantage of using OpenAI’s fine-tuning is that developers don’t need to host the model on their own GPUs, which can be expensive. Additionally, fine-tuning GPT-4o is expected to yield better results than using alternatives like LLaMA or Mistral, making it a highly attractive option for many. The remarkable performance of Cosine’s Genie on the SWE-bench—a benchmark designed to evaluate software engineering tasks such as bug resolution and code refactoring—highlights the potential of this feature.

Google launches Gemini 1.5 models and introduces custom Gems

TL;DR

Google has rolled out significant updates to its AI offerings, including the new Gemini 1.5 Flash-8B model, which promises better performance in a smaller package. Additionally, they've introduced Gems, a feature that allows users to create personalized AI experts tailored to specific needs, directly competing with similar offerings from OpenAI.

Read it yourself?

Sentiment

The new Gemini Flash model is nearly on par with GPT-4o-mini but comes at half the cost, making it a more accessible option for many. Online reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, with users praising Google's recent innovations, saying they are really "cooking up" something special with these updates.

My thoughts

Google has made serious strides in its AI ecosystem over the past few months. From integrating Gemini into various Google products to launching the new Pixel phone, they are clearly ramping up competition against OpenAI. The Gems feature is comparable to OpenAI's custom GPTs, but with one major advantage: Google already has a billion-strong global audience, giving them access to personalized AI at scale.

More byte-sized breakthroughs:

• Microsoft's powerful, lightweight AI for mobile devices
  Phi-3.5-vision is a breakthrough from Microsoft—an efficient multimodal AI model perfect for mobile devices. Trained on a mix of synthetic and public data, this model delivers impressive performance, even outpacing competitors trained on trillions of tokens. This model brings advanced AI capabilities to even the most resource-limited devices, proving that less can indeed be more.

• Salesforce's autonomous sales agents
  Salesforce unveils Einstein's autonomous sales agents, designed to boost productivity by automating lead management and coaching. These agents handle inbound leads, answering questions, managing objections, and scheduling meetings—all while leveraging your CRM data. Or simulates real-world scenarios, providing tailored role-play sessions for sellers to enhance their skills.

• Hightouch introduces AI decisioning for smarter marketing
  Hightouch introduces AI Decisioning, a tool that automates and experiments with customer interactions. This system continuously tests different messaging and timing to find the best way to engage each customer. By integrating seamlessly with existing data systems, AI Decisioning reduces the guesswork, allowing marketers to focus on strategy.

🤖 Digital Toolbox

Three (new) tools that you can use for your work now or later.

Miro - Supercharge your team's productivity with AI

Miro's Intelligent Canvas transforms collaboration by using AI to streamline your workflow. It turns raw ideas into polished content, automates tasks like diagram creation, and even provides real-time AI guidance. Empower your team to move from brainstorming to execution faster, with every tool you need in one place.

Revid AI - Viral videos at the speed of thought

Revid AI turns your ideas into viral-ready videos in minutes. Simply drop a link or concept, and let AI craft the script, visuals, and animations. Perfect for marketers who need engaging content fast, Revid AI automates the entire video creation process, making it easier than ever to capture attention on social media.

AICamp - AI that knows your business

AICamp leverages your internal knowledge to build AI assistants tailored to your team’s needs. Accelerate workflows, automate routine tasks, and empower your team with AI tools that adapt to your specific processes. Whether it's speeding up daily operations or crafting bespoke solutions, AICamp is designed to keep your team efficient and aligned.

🧐 In Case You Missed It

A roundup of recent key updates.

• OpenAI reveals its first federal agency customer for ChatGPT Enterprise

• OpenAI says California's AI safety bill ‘hurts’ innovation

• OpenAI disrupts covert Iranian influence operation.

• Apple is working on a humanlike digital assistant for robotic devices.

• Meta introduces "Imagine yourself" for tuning-free personalized image generation.

• Zuckerberg (Meta) and Ek (Spotify) urge Europe to embrace open-source AI.

• Claude's Artifacts are now available for all users and on mobile apps.

• LTX Studio removes waitlist for AI content creation tool.

• Cristiano Ronaldo launches a YouTube channel and sets a new record.

• AI21 Labs releases Jamba 1.5 with an enhanced context window and speed.

• Freepik introduces Mystic, an advanced AI image generator with full HD capabilities.

• Midjourney is now open to everyone with its new web interface.

• Luma Labs has upgraded its Dream Machine AI video generator.

• Ideogram takes image creation to the next level with its newest release.

• Unitree G1 robot is ready for mass production. Fourier and Galbot also announced new robots.

• A German AI company introduces AI model for transparent and compliant operations under EU regulations.

• Research shows AI models risk collapse with recursive training data.

• IBM demonstrates how AI can fully automate complex planning tasks, reducing the need for human input.

👋 Let's Connect!

This was it. Our nineteenth digital dip together. It might seem like a lot, but remember; this wasn't even everything that happened in the past few weeks. This was just a fraction.

I can help guide you through the transformation. Whether it’s integrating AI into your business model, identifying key areas for automation, or simply understanding how these technologies can give you a competitive edge, my expertise is here to support you. Just hit reply, and let’s set up a meeting.

Looking forward to what tomorrow brings! ▽

-Wesley