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1/ The AI That Thinks, Writes, and Reviews

Sakana AI has developed The AI Scientist, an innovative system that automates the entire scientific research process, from idea generation to paper writing and review. This AI-driven tool can independently conduct research, produce papers, and even peer review its own work, aiming to speed up scientific discovery. While it's still a work in progress with some limitations, The AI Scientist represents a significant leap towards fully automated research, potentially revolutionizing how we approach innovation and problem-solving.

2/ Gemini + YouTube = Endless Inspiration for Your Next Big Hit

YouTube is testing a new feature called Brainstorm with Gemini, letting creators use Google's AI to brainstorm video ideas, titles, and thumbnails. This tool is currently in a limited trial, and YouTube is gathering feedback before a wider release. It’s similar to another AI tool they tested, but now with added power from Google’s Gemini AI to see which approach creators prefer.

3/ How AI is Catching Shoplifters in Real Time

Retail owners are now using AI technology to combat shoplifting in real time. A survey by Forbes revealed that many stores lose between $500 and $2,500 monthly due to shoplifting. To tackle this, AI-powered systems like Veesion are being integrated into existing cameras to detect suspicious gestures, such as hiding items in clothing or bags. Veesion's algorithm analyzes multiple cameras to track body movements without bias, sending real-time alerts to store owners. This helps deter theft by allowing owners to intervene before a shoplifting attempt occurs, with Veesion already installed in 4,000 stores globally.

4/ Meta and Universal Unite to Protect Artists from AI Intruders

Meta and Universal Music Group (UMG) have renewed and expanded their global partnership, covering platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. This deal focuses on protecting artists from unauthorized AI-generated content and opens up new monetization opportunities for UMG’s artists and songwriters. Both companies are excited to keep pushing the boundaries of music on social media while ensuring creators get the fair compensation they deserve.

5/ Can AI Save Middle Managers from Burnout?

Middle management has always been a challenging role, and with the rise of generative AI, it’s only getting tougher. Despite this, middle managers remain crucial as the connectors and coaches within organizations. The focus now is on freeing them from administrative tasks and allowing them to do what they do best: lead and develop their teams. As AI continues to evolve, it could help managers by automating the mundane, giving them more time to focus on the human aspects of their roles. The key takeaway? Managers still matter—maybe more than ever.

Prompt: “I'd like you to be my expert copywriter. Your name would be James. I need you to deliver a caption for Instagram and Twitter to promote an AI-powered form builder and data collection tool based on the angle and headline I provide below. Angle: Simple but powerful AI form builder Headline: Build Stunning Forms without Any Code The copy should be written in the style of Eugene Schwartz, Dan Kenedy, or Gary Halbert. Do not use overhyped words or sensationalism, employ NLP tactics in copywriting. Please deliver the output in a table format.”

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