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Today’s menu:
Why America’s AI Push Matters Now
GPT-5 is (finally) almost here
A human coder beats AI at its own game
5 superhero tools to save your time (and sanity)
Try on any outfit with Doppl
Quick AI news bites
Estimated read: 6 minutes. Let’s dig in.
The White House just released a big plan aimed at making the U.S. the world leader in artificial intelligence (AI). This blueprint, called “America’s AI Action Plan,” lays out how the government wants to boost innovation, build strong infrastructure, and lead on the global stage.
Key Points:
The plan is built on three pillars: speeding up AI innovation, building powerful infrastructure (like data centers and the energy grid), and leading international AI policy.
The government wants to remove red tape and avoid heavy regulations so companies can develop new AI tools faster.
There’s a focus on open-source AI, making it easier for startups and researchers to access cutting-edge tech.
The plan aims to help American workers by funding AI education, retraining programs, and creating high-paying jobs in tech and manufacturing.
Security is a big concern; there are new rules to protect U.S. AI from cyber threats, fake media, and foreign influence, especially from China.
The U.S. wants allies to use American-made AI and is pushing for global rules that match American values.
Personal Take: This plan is ambitious and paints AI as the next space race. Moving quickly and managing the benefits and risks of AI at home is crucial. Personally, it feels like the U.S. is betting big on AI to shape the future, just like it did with the moon landing.
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OpenAI’s new GPT-5 model is set to launch in August. The hype is real; here’s why:
GPT-5 is expected to drop in early August, coming with mini and nano versions for the API crowd.
Sam Altman, OpenAI’s CEO, teased its power, saying GPT-5 answered questions that left even him stumped. That’s a “should I be worried?” moment for the rest of us.
This model bundles OpenAI’s latest tech, including the o3 reasoning engine, so you won’t have to hunt for separate upgrades.
Microsoft has reportedly been prepping their servers for months, bracing for the flood of requests.
The AI world’s been buzzing since GPT-5 sightings in the wild, fueling rumors and raising expectations.
My take: If GPT-4 was a Tesla, GPT-5 might be the self-driving spaceship. But as always, let’s see if the ride will be as smooth as the demo.
Human Outcodes the Machine
In a ten-hour coding duel at the AtCoder World Tour Finals, Polish developer Przemysław Dębiak outperformed an OpenAI model, proving that humans still have an edge, at least for now.
The AI came in second, beating ten other human finalists. Dębiak’s win was close, but it highlighted the blend of creativity, exhaustion, and caffeine that still separates us from our digital rivals.
The AI’s strong showing is a reminder: the gap is closing fast.
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Superhero Tools (Save hours)
Kolors 2.1: Use text prompts to create and edit images.
Codacy: Automated code reviews that catch bugs and style issues before your boss does.
Udio: AI music creation tool that allows you to compose tracks using just a prompt.
Higgsfield AI: Video generation and editing powered by AI, for when you need a studio but have a laptop.
Perplexity: An AI-powered search engine that actually gives you answers, not just links.
Doppl allows you to virtually try on any outfit, all from the comfort of your couch. Here’s how to use it:
Open Doppl on your phone (currently US-only, iOS/Android, 18+).
Upload a photo or screenshot of an outfit you like from your camera roll.
Let Doppl work its magic. It’ll generate a video of you “wearing” the clothes, so you can see how the fabric moves and fits.
Want to tweak the look? Try another photo, or play with different outfits.
Save or share your virtual runway moment with friends.
It’s like having a personal fashion show, minus the wardrobe malfunctions.
Note: Doppl is currently available on iOS and Android in the US to users 18+
Quick AI News Bites
Amazon just bought Bee, a $49.99 wearable that transcribes everything you say and serves it up. It functions similarly to a Fitbit, but you should hope it can distinguish between your voice and the TV.
Microsoft is poaching top talent from Google DeepMind, including more than 20 engineers and researchers, as the AI talent war heats up. What is the cost? Microsoft is offering superstar salaries and creating significant tech drama.
Google Photos just rolled out new AI tools: turn photos into short videos, remix pics into anime or 3D art, and find all the features in a new “Create” tab. Your vacation photos just got a lot more interesting.
China is building underwater data centers to cool their AI servers with seawater. It’s energy-efficient, wind-powered, and could set the stage for eco-friendly computing.
The UK flipped the switch on Isambard-AI, a £225m supercomputer designed to spot sick cows, detect skin cancer on brown skin, and even help riot police predict danger. It’s the 11th fastest in the world but maybe the most British.
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