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Google new reasoning model is out!

ALSO : Decade of robotics is coming?

Hey Synapticians!

The AI race is heating up with some exciting developments! DeepSeek, OpenAI, and Qwen have all jumped into the arena, but Google is making waves with their latest release - Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking.

Speaking of Google, let me introduce you to a legendary figure in computer science - Jeff Dean, Google's Chief Scientist. If you haven't heard of him, he's achieved almost mythical status in the tech world. He's so renowned that developers created "Jeff Dean Facts" - Chuck Norris-style jokes about his programming prowess. (My favorite: "Jeff Dean knows the last digit of Pi" 😄)

Here’s his take on Gemini 2.0 Flash thinking :

Before we dive into today's news, here's a handy tip that might save you some clicks: You can now chat with Gemini directly from Chrome's address bar! Just type "@gemini" and start your conversation. Pretty neat, right?

Top AI news

1. Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking is out
Google’s Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking model redefines AI capabilities with exceptional reasoning and record-setting scores in math and science benchmarks. Achieving 73.3% on AIME and 74.2% on GPQA Diamond, it demonstrates advanced performance while offering a free alternative to OpenAI’s premium services. The model’s ability to process up to one million tokens—five times more than OpenAI’s o1 Pro—empowers users to analyze vast datasets and research articles efficiently. By combining unmatched capacity and speed, Gemini 2.0 positions Google as a formidable challenger in the AI industry, reshaping research workflows and increasing accessibility for users worldwide.

2. Yann LeCun Foresees New AI Paradigm in 5 Years
Yann LeCun, Meta's Chief AI Scientist, predicts a paradigm shift in AI architectures within the next five years, focusing on the development of "world models" that can perceive and predict environmental outcomes. He critiques current AI systems, like large language models, for lacking persistent memory, reasoning, and planning capabilities, which hinders their understanding of the three-dimensional world. LeCun suggests that achieving human-level AI will require machines that can reason and plan similarly to humans, a goal he believes is attainable within a decade, despite the significant technical challenges involved.

3. AI Brings Molecules to Life
MIT researchers have introduced MDGen, a generative AI model that transforms static 3D molecular images into dynamic simulations, effectively producing "videos" of molecular movements. This innovation addresses the limitations of traditional molecular dynamics simulations, which are computationally intensive and time-consuming. By learning from existing data, MDGen can predict subsequent molecular configurations, facilitating the design of new molecules and providing deeper insights into drug-molecule interactions. This development represents a significant step forward in computational chemistry and biophysics, offering a more efficient tool for researchers in these fields.

Bonus. Reinforcement Learning Guide
The "Reinforcement Learning Guide" by Naklecha stands out as an excellent resource for anyone looking to grasp the fundamentals of reinforcement learning. It combines intuitive explanations with practical examples, making complex topics like value functions and discount factors easier to understand. The guide’s conversational style and clear structure keep readers engaged while simplifying intricate concepts. By breaking down advanced ideas with relatable analogies, such as using chess to explain planning and decision-making, it bridges the gap between theory and practice. This thoughtful approach ensures the guide is both accessible for beginners and insightful for those with prior experience.

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Interesting price comparison between DeepSeek and OpenAI reasoning models!

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