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The AI Race: Big Bets, Smart Tools, and Game-Changing Trends
From Chatbots Saving Thousands to Trump’s $500B AI Be - Vol.1
⏳In a Minute, Max
“This week at a glance” (~45-Second Read)
🤖 OpenAI’s Agent Tool Nears Release
OpenAI’s new tool could handle tasks like scheduling and customer support with minimal human input, making AI a powerful, hands-free tool for businesses.
🏃♂️ China’s Human-Robot Marathon
Robots and humans are competing in China’s first marathon, showcasing how AI could transform logistics, healthcare, and national goals.
⚡ DeepSeek’s New AI Model
An open-source AI model that outpaces OpenAI’s is exciting developers by being faster, cheaper, and free to use.
💵 Trump’s $500 Billion AI Plan
A bold proposal to create 1 million AI jobs and boost research funding by 40% aims to keep the US ahead in AI innovation.
🌿 L’Oréal’s Sustainable AI Push
Generative AI helps L’Oréal save 10% on packaging and cut emissions, showing AI’s power in reducing waste.
📞 How Chatbase Transformed Customer Service
With 8,000+ businesses onboard, Chatbase helped one company cut response times to 5 minutes and save $25,000 annually with AI chatbots.
🤖 10-Second Laugh
“Remember to laugh” (~10-Second Read)
“Why don’t robots trust humans? They always byte off more than they can chew!”
“Why did the computer go to art school? It wanted to improve its draw-ing skills!”
💡 1-Minute Insights
“Smart takes in 60 seconds.” (~1-Min Read)
1️⃣ OpenAI’s Agent Tool Nears Release (5 Min Read)
OpenAI’s upcoming agent tool could handle complex workflows like scheduling, task delegation, and customer support with minimal human input. Built to adapt to user-specific needs, this tool could make AI a hands-free powerhouse for businesses.
2️⃣ China to Host World’s First Human-Robot Marathon (4 Min Read)
China’s groundbreaking human-robot marathon will test robotics’ endurance and agility in real-world scenarios. The event highlights how robotics could play a larger role in industries like logistics, healthcare, and even national defense.
3️⃣ DeepSeek Beats OpenAI with New AI Model (6 Min Read)
DeepSeek’s MIT-licensed model runs faster and requires less computing power than OpenAI’s. Its open-source nature is making it a favourite for developers who need high-performance AI without the steep costs.
🌟 Trend Speed Date
“Two quick trends you’ll fall for in no time.” - (~2-Min Read)
🔍 Trump’s $500 Billion AI Plan (6 Min Read)
Donald Trump announced a $500 billion plan to make the US a global AI leader. The proposal includes creating 1 million AI-related jobs, boosting federal research funding by 40%, and supporting workforce training programmes. With global AI investment projected to hit $2 trillion by 2030, this initiative could significantly shape America’s competitive edge in AI innovation.
🌐 L’Oréal Goes Green with A (5 Min Read)
L’Oréal is using generative AI to cut waste in its production processes, aiming to save 10% on packaging materials and reduce supply chain inefficiencies. The company’s AI-driven redesigns have already eliminated thousands of tonnes of plastic waste while maintaining its premium brand quality. It’s a step towards the beauty industry’s goal of cutting emissions by 50% by 2030.
🚀The Launchpad
“Real-world wins, tools, and strategies to ignite your success.” (~2-Min Read)
🎯 How Chatbase Transformed Customer Service (3 Min Read)
A mid-sized eCommerce brand struggled to handle the flood of customer inquiries—slow responses, long queues, and frustrated shoppers were the norm. They needed a solution to manage repetitive questions and free up their team for more complex issues.
That’s when they turned to Chatbase, an AI-powered chatbot builder trusted by over 8,000 businesses, including Siemens, Postman, and Opal. Chatbase creates intelligent assistants that work around the clock, instantly answering customer queries and saving businesses time and money.
⚙️ What Changed?
40% fewer support tickets in just three months.
Reduced response times from 2 hours to under 5 minutes.
Increased customer satisfaction by 25% while saving over $25,000 annually.
✨ How You Can Use This Too:
1️⃣ Upload your FAQs, documents, or website content to Chatbase.
2️⃣ Customise the chatbot to match your brand voice and tone.
3️⃣ Deploy it on your website or socials and let it manage repetitive queries while escalating complex ones to your team.
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