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Google has launched Gemini for Workspace, a rebranded AI solution that enhances tools like Docs and Meet, ensuring data protection. With two pricing tiers ($20 Business, $30 Enterprise), it competes with Microsoft's Copilot while promising strong privacy safeguards.

Firsthand, a startup led by adtech veterans, raises $6.65 million to help publishers and brands create custom AI agents for improved consumer engagement, data control, and monetization. Their platform aims to restore power and foster meaningful connections amidst evolving challenges from AI and Big Tech.

This week, Google’s AI chatbot Gemini faced criticism on X for inaccuracies in historical image generation, with concerns about its focus on diversity overshadowing factual representation. Google acknowledged these issues and is working to improve Gemini. The controversy highlights broader debates on AI’s handling of sensitive topics and the balance between accuracy and social responsibility.

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger stressed the need for a resilient tech supply chain, currently reliant on Asia, amid global tensions. He launched Intel Foundry, targeting U.S. chip production with $15 billion in commitments. U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo called for increased domestic chip manufacturing and job creation. Intel aims for 100% renewable energy by 2030, partnering with major companies like Arm, signaling a pivotal shift in the chip industry.

VectorShift, a New York startup founded by Harvard alumni, raised $3 million in seed funding to simplify large language model (LLM) application development using a modular no-code platform. Its technology enhances automation in enterprises, supporting various applications like chatbots and AI-driven search, and aims to position itself as a leading solution in the growing LLM market.

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has launched **Intel Foundry**, aiming to meet AI-era chip demands by enhancing manufacturing capabilities. The initiative focuses on producing chips for external designers, emphasizing sustainability and collaboration with tech leaders. Gelsinger highlights Intel's commitment to innovation and open standards, positioning the company for growth in the competitive chip market.

Intel launched its Intel Foundry to shift towards contract manufacturing for AI chips, aiming to become a leading full-service systems foundry. CEO Pat Gelsinger emphasized innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to renewable energy, aiming for seamless transitions between advanced manufacturing nodes to meet growing AI demands.

Arm has launched its latest Neoverse chip technologies, including the CSS V3 and N3, enhancing AI compute performance with significant boosts in efficiency. The Arm Total Design ecosystem now includes over 20 partners, fostering innovations in chiplet architecture and addressing rising AI demands across various sectors.

OpenAI's ChatGPT faced a major glitch on February 20, 2024, producing incoherent outputs mixing languages. Users expressed concern on social media, comparing the outputs to unsettling "horror" text. OpenAI quickly acknowledged the issue, identified a bug from a user experience optimization, and implemented a fix. This incident raised questions about the reliability of its AI tools.

Google DeepMind launched Gemma, open-source AI models with 2B and 7B parameters, featuring pre-trained and instruction-tuned variants. It supports major frameworks and comes with a permissive license, emphasizing responsible AI with extensive safety evaluations and community collaboration.

Generative AI (gen AI) adoption is accelerating, with 25% of organizations viewing it essential for productivity. Key concerns include data privacy and legal compliance. Industries like healthcare and consumer services lead in deployment, while OpenAI's models dominate LLM support.

Adobe has introduced an AI Assistant for its Acrobat and Reader products, enhancing interactions with PDFs by allowing users to ask questions and receive summaries. Currently in beta, it aims to redefine productivity, offering features like intelligent citations and data security. With this, Adobe strengthens its PDF market leadership against competitors.

Perplexity Expands Its Reach in Japan through Strategic Partnership with SoftBank

OpenAI plans to enter the search engine market with the subdomain search.ChatGPT.com, competing directly with Google. A significant announcement is expected on May 9, ahead of Google I/O. OpenAI aims to enhance user experience with personalized searches, despite potential privacy concerns.