In the Loop: Week of 2/28/25
A quick summary of the week's top AI news. Putting my AI Ghost Writer to the Test I often wonder how good AI is at learning someone’s unique writing s...
A quick summary of the week's top AI news.
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Putting my AI Ghost Writer to the Test I often wonder how good AI is at learning someone’s unique writing style and voice, so I decided see if ChatGPT can write like me. Can it understand and recreate my voice, my style, and the nuances of how I communicate? I decided to find out. |
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Comparing the Deep Research Products: My Ghost Writer's Take I've tested the Deep Research products from Google, Perplexity and, most recently, Open AI. Which performed the best? I decided to let my AI ghost writer take a shot at writing in my voice. This is its blog post. What do you think...how well did MattBot perform? |
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Two AI Chatbots Speak to Each Other in their Own Language Thanks to our friends at ElevenLabs, two AI chatbots start speaking to each other in a language we don't understand. The singularity is here and it means computers can finally start telling jokes about us behind our backs. |
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Anthropic CEO Predicts Imminent Superintelligent AI Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of AI startup Anthropic, anticipates that superintelligent AI—capable of outperforming humans in most fields—could emerge as early as next year. "By next year, AI could be smarter than all humans," he says. |
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Amazon Unveils Alexa+ with Enhanced AI Capabilities Amazon has introduced Alexa+, an advanced AI version of its voice-controlled assistant, featuring human-like speech and extensive user knowledge. Priced at $19.99 per month (free for Prime members), Alexa+ integrates seamlessly with smart home devices and services, offering tasks like booking restaurants and controlling home gadgets. |
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AI Courses Gain Popularity Among Non-STEM Students AI education is experiencing significant growth and diversification in U.S. higher education. Carnegie Mellon University and Johns Hopkins University report increasing enrollment in AI courses from students in fields like nursing, business, and education. This trend reflects a broader effort to make AI education more accessible and relevant across various disciplines. |
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AI Agents Transform Administrative Tasks in Healthcare AI agents are increasingly integral in U.S. healthcare, performing tasks such as registering clinical trial participants and aiding doctors in understanding patients' medical histories. However, concerns about overhyping and efficacy persist. |
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AI-Related Conferences to Have on Your Radar There are tons of great AI-related conferences happening in 2025. I complied a running list with a focus on healthcare and higher ed. |
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