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Today:

• Did AI Invent an Unknown Code?

• Google Unleashes Gemini 2.0 Pro

• Amazon Unveils Next-Gen Alexa AI

• ChatGPT Search Now Free for All

• Nvidia & CMU Transform Robot Training

AI KEEPS Making SECRET Languages | Did DeepSeek R1 Invent a Language Humans CAN'T Understand?

AI models using reinforcement learning (RL) have begun developing unique cognitive strategies and languages, often surprising even human experts. These models autonomously solve complex problems by creating efficient methods that human understanding can't predict. 

Examples like Facebook’s negotiating bots and Google’s interlingua highlight AI’s ability to invent new ways of thinking. As RL evolves, these models could make groundbreaking, "alien" breakthroughs in fields like business, science, and technology, leading to unexpected innovations.

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Google Unleashes Gemini 2.0 Pro

Google has launched Gemini 2.0 Flash, Flash-Lite, and Gemini 2.0 Pro, enhancing its AI capabilities. Gemini 2.0 models offer multimodal input and support large-scale reasoning with an impressive 1 million-token context window, outpacing competitors like OpenAI and DeepSeek. Flash-Lite is a cost-effective version for developers, while Gemini 2.0 Pro provides advanced features, including 2-million-token context and integration with Google tools. Google also prioritizes AI safety, with measures for improved accuracy and security.

Amazon Unveils Next-Gen Alexa AI

Amazon is preparing to unveil a significant generative AI upgrade for its Alexa voice assistant. Scheduled for February 26, the new version will allow Alexa to handle multiple prompts in sequence and perform actions on behalf of users. While initially free, Amazon may charge $5 to $10 monthly. This new service aims to enhance Alexa's capabilities, making it a more integral tool for daily tasks. It will integrate AI from Anthropic, a startup Amazon has invested in.

ChatGPT Search Now Free for All

OpenAI has made ChatGPT Search freely available to all users, eliminating the need for an account or sign-in. This tool, which was previously available to paid subscribers and free users who logged in, now allows anyone to get fast, up-to-date search results directly in ChatGPT. With this feature, OpenAI aims to compete with Google and other rivals like DeepSeek, offering users timely, relevant answers sourced from the web.

Nvidia & CMU Transform Robot Training

Nvidia and Carnegie Mellon University have developed a framework, ASAP (Aligning Simulation and Real Physics), that reduces the gap between simulated and real-world robot movements by 53%. This two-stage system trains robots in simulation and adjusts for real-world differences using a specialized model. Tested on the Unitree G1 humanoid robot, ASAP demonstrated improved accuracy with agile movements like jumps and sports simulations. Despite hardware limitations, the framework shows promise for advancing robot movement versatility and is available for further research on GitHub.

🧠RESEARCH

VideoJAM: Joint Appearance-Motion Representations for Enhanced Motion Generation in Video Models

VideoJAM improves video generation by addressing motion inconsistencies in existing models. It introduces a joint appearance-motion representation, enhancing motion coherence without altering training data or model scaling. Using Inner-Guidance, it refines motion during inference. VideoJAM outperforms proprietary models, proving that integrating appearance and motion boosts both visual quality and realism.

Inverse Bridge Matching Distillation

Inverse Bridge Matching Distillation speeds up diffusion bridge models (DBMs) used in image-to-image translation. It introduces a novel distillation method that enables one-step generation and works with both conditional and unconditional DBMs. This approach accelerates inference by 4x to 100x while sometimes improving output quality over the original model.

ACECODER: Acing Coder RL via Automated Test-Case Synthesis

ACECODER enhances coder models using reinforcement learning (RL) with automated test-case synthesis. By generating large-scale test cases and training reward models, it improves performance significantly, rivaling larger models. RL training boosts coding benchmarks with minimal optimization steps, demonstrating RL's untapped potential in advancing code generation efficiency and accuracy.

QLASS: Boosting Language Agent Inference via Q-Guided Stepwise Search

QLASS improves language agent performance by introducing stepwise Q-value estimation for better decision-making. Unlike traditional outcome-based rewards, it provides intermediate guidance using a reasoning tree and process reward modeling. This method enhances inference efficiency, boosts long-term adaptability, and maintains strong results with limited supervision, making language agents more effective.

SafeRAG: Benchmarking Security in Retrieval-Augmented Generation of Large Language Model

SafeRAG benchmarks security risks in retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems by simulating attack scenarios. It categorizes threats like noise, conflicts, and adversarial manipulations, showing that existing defenses are ineffective. Tests on 14 RAG components reveal vulnerabilities, highlighting the need for stronger safeguards against manipulated external knowledge in large language models.

🛠️TOP TOOLS

Sendsteps AI - AI-powered presentation maker that streamlines the creation of engaging, interactive presentations in minutes.

Dumme - AI-powered platform designed to automatically transform long-form videos and podcasts into short-form clips suitable for social media platforms.

BigJPG - AI-powered image upscaling tool that leverages Deep Convolutional Neural Networks to enlarge images while maintaining quality.

AICheatCheck - Educational tool designed to detect AI-generated content in academic settings.

PixaMotion - Mobile application designed to breathe life into static images through animation and motion effects.

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🗞️MORE NEWS

• WhatsApp's ChatGPT integration now supports image uploads and voice messages, expanding beyond text input. Users can also link their ChatGPT plans for enhanced functionality. This update continues AI's deep integration into widely used apps.

• OpenAI CEO Sam Altman visits Abu Dhabi to discuss funding with MGX as part of a $40 billion raise. This follows his Asia tour and aligns with the UAE’s AI leadership ambitions amid global competition.

• Apple introduces Apple Invites, a new app for iPhone that lets users create, share, and manage event invitations. Features include RSVP tracking, Shared Albums, Apple Music playlists, and AI-powered customization. Available now on iOS 18+.

• LinkedIn is testing an AI-powered job search tool that analyzes job descriptions, company data, and industry trends to suggest roles beyond typical keyword searches. It aims to uncover hidden opportunities while addressing AI bias concerns.

• Google is transforming Search into an AI-powered assistant, integrating DeepMind's Project Astra and Gemini Deep Research to provide real-time answers and research reports. This shift threatens traditional search methods and web traffic reliance.

• India has become OpenAI’s second-largest market, with user numbers tripling in a year. CEO Sam Altman praised India’s AI ambitions, despite past doubts, and discussed potential collaborations on AI infrastructure with the country’s IT minister.

• AI-powered models analyzing clinical notes from over 20,000 cancer patients can predict survival rates and identify genomic markers linked to metastasis and immunotherapy response, showcasing the potential of real-world data for cancer outcome predictions.

• OpenAI faces allegations of copying DeepSeek’s code after its O3-Mini model unexpectedly responded in Chinese. Critics suggest OpenAI may have used DeepSeek’s open-source datasets without proper attribution, raising ethical and intellectual property concerns.

• OpenAI has rebranded with a new logo, typeface (OpenAI Sans), and refined design, aiming for a more “human” identity. The update, led by its in-house design team, blends AI-assisted and traditional creative processes.