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“This week at a glance” (~45-Second Read)

🧠 OpenAI is fixing AI’s biggest flaws.

Their Deep Research project is tackling AI safety, reliability, and transparency—paving the way for smarter, more trustworthy automation.

⚡ DeepSeek is making AI free and customisable.

Their open-source AI (75% as powerful as GPT-4) is backed by Nvidia, challenging Big Tech’s paywalled models.

💰 SoftBank is spending $3B a year on AI for Japan.

Their new Cristal Intelligence venture with OpenAI will build custom AI tools for Japanese businesses and industries.

🚀 Toolfolio is the ultimate tool directory.

With 600+ curated tools (Figma plugins, Mac apps, Framer tools), it’s making software discovery effortless—plus, bookmarks are coming soon.

💡 Orbit stops surprise subscription charges.

Track every free trial and renewal in one place, so you never get hit with unexpected bills again.

🤖 10-Second Laugh

“Remember to laugh” (~10-Second Read)

🌟 Trend Speed Date

“Quick trends you’ll fall for in no time.” - (~2-Min Read)

🧠 OpenAI’s Deep Research: A New Era of AI Exploration (8 Min Read)

OpenAI has launched Deep Research, a long-term project focused on solving AI’s toughest challenges—the kind that need years of study rather than quick fixes. Unlike regular AI updates that make models faster or more powerful, this project is about big breakthroughs in areas like making AI easier to understand, more reliable, and safer to use.

🔍 Why this changes things: Instead of just improving what AI can do, OpenAI is asking how AI should work in the first place. If they figure it out, AI could become more predictable and safer, reducing errors and making it more trustworthy for businesses and everyday users.

⚡ DeepSeek Challenges AI Giants with Open-Source Innovation (5 Min Read)

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is making waves by releasing open-source AI models (AI systems that anyone can access, modify, and improve, unlike closed models controlled by big companies like OpenAI and Google). Their newest model, DeepSeek-V2, performs at 75% the level of GPT-4, making it one of the most advanced AI models available to the public—for free.

🔍 Why this changes things: Until now, AI development has been controlled by a few big companies, limiting how businesses and developers can use it. DeepSeek is proving that AI can be powerful and open to everyone, allowing companies to customise AI to fit their needs instead of being stuck with expensive, one-size-fits-all solutions.

💰 SoftBank Bets Big on OpenAI with $3B Commitment (6 Min Read)

SoftBank is investing $3 billion per year into OpenAI and launching Cristal Intelligence, a new project focused on creating AI tools just for Japanese businesses. This means AI models designed specifically for the Japanese language, business culture, and industries like robotics, customer service, and finance.

🔍 Why this changes things: AI is becoming more specialised. Instead of using the same AI as everyone else, businesses will start getting AI built just for them. This could lead to better performance, fewer mistakes, and AI that understands different languages and industries more accurately. SoftBank’s move is a sign that more companies will start looking for custom AI instead of generic solutions.

📊 Orbit: The App That Saves Your Wallet (Sponsored)

Subscription fatigue is real—on average, people underestimate their subscription spending by 40%. Orbit, a sleek new app, solves this problem by showing all your subscriptions in one place, sending reminders for renewals, and helping you cancel services you don’t need. Early users report saving $300+ in the first month just by using its tracking features.

🚀The Launchpad

“Real-world wins, tools, and strategies to ignite your success.” (~2-Min Read)

💡 Toolfolio: The Ultimate Toolbox for Builders and Creators (5 Min Read)

Ever felt stuck searching for the right tools to level up your workflow? That’s where Toolfolio comes in—a curated directory with over 600+ tools across 45+ categories to help creators, entrepreneurs, and professionals build smarter, faster, and better. Whether you’re looking for AI tools to streamline tasks, design software for eye-catching visuals, or productivity hacks to save hours each week, Toolfolio makes finding the perfect solution effortless.

But that’s not all—Toolfolio is updated weekly, ensuring you never miss out on the newest, most innovative tools the internet has to offer. Whether you’re looking for AI automation apps, social media content tools, or Webflow templates, you’ll always find something fresh.

Plus, Toolfolio’s dedicated libraries make it even easier to find the best third-party platform tools:

🖌️ Figma Plugins for seamless design workflows

🛠️ Framer Tools to enhance your web-building experience

🍏 Mac Apps to supercharge your productivity

No more endless searching—Toolfolio brings everything into one place, saving you time and making your workflow effortless.

🎯 Why Toolfolio Stands Out:

• Massive Variety: From AI and productivity tools to marketing apps, there’s something for every type of project.

• Fresh Weekly Updates: Discover the latest tools without scouring the web yourself.

• Creator-Focused: Built to save time, eliminate guesswork, and make life easier for anyone building online.

✨ How You Can Use Toolfolio:

1️⃣ Explore the Libraries – Find Figma plugins, Mac apps, Framer tools, and more.

2️⃣ Bookmark Your Favourites – Coming soon! Keep your go-to tools in one place

3️⃣ Check back each week for new additions that keep you ahead of the curve.

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