Another Crazy Day in AI: Google Says Their Thinking Model is the Most Advanced Yet
- Wowza Team
- Mar 25
- 3 min read
Updated: Mar 27
Hello, AI Enthusiasts.
Let’s see what AI has been up to while you were working.
Google DeepMind just dropped Gemini 2.5, its sharpest AI yet, designed for next-level reasoning and decision-making. The company's Chief Technology Officer calls it a game-changer—early tests suggest he’s not exaggerating.
Educators, take note: St. Bonaventure University is hosting a spring forum on AI in education, tackling bias, integrity, and best practices in the classroom.
Meanwhile, ChatGPT just got better at talking (and listening). A new voice mode update makes it more natural, less interrupt-y, and surprisingly in tune with emotions.
One thing’s for sure—AI will have something new by morning.
Here's another crazy day in AI:
Google’s smartest AI yet? Meet Gemini 2.5
AI Spring Forum invites educators to join the conversation
ZDNET’s editor tests ChatGPT’s new voice update
Some AI tools to try out
TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: Gemini 2.5 Brings Smarter AI Reasoning
Image Credit: Wowza (edited with Canva) | Source: Google
Is Google’s new AI model the smartest one yet?
Google DeepMind just introduced Gemini 2.5, their most advanced AI model yet, designed to think before it responds. This “thinking model” showcases improved reasoning, coding abilities, and overall intelligence. Google DeepMind CTO, Koray Kavukcuoglu, explains how Gemini 2.5 Pro Experimental is outperforming competitors and setting new benchmarks in AI capabilities.
A Closer Look at Gemini 2.5:
Leads LMArena leaderboard with unprecedented performance metrics
Introduces advanced "thinking model" approach for more sophisticated reasoning
Expands context understanding with a massive 1 million token window
Delivers exceptional results across math, science, and coding domains
Demonstrates breakthrough problem-solving capabilities
Creates complex applications with remarkable precision
Processes multiple data types seamlessly, from text to code repositories
AI has made impressive progress over the years, but one of the biggest challenges remains: making it truly capable of deep reasoning rather than just predicting likely responses. With Gemini 2.5, Google DeepMind is pushing AI to be more thoughtful, not just faster. The ability to break down complex problems and generate structured responses could make a big difference in fields like scientific research, data analysis, and software development.
But what does this mean in practice? While Gemini 2.5 is setting new records, the real test is whether it leads to meaningful improvements in how people use AI day-to-day. Smarter models open up new possibilities, but they also raise new challenges—especially around trust, accuracy, and real-world impact. As AI becomes more integrated into work and decision-making, the conversation will shift from raw performance to how well these advancements translate into practical benefits.
Read the full blog here.
OTHER INTERESTING AI HIGHLIGHTS:
AI Spring Forum Invites Educators to Join the Conversation
/St. Bonaventure University Newsroom
St. Bonaventure University’s School of Education is inviting educators to a spring forum on AI’s impact on learning, ethics, and academic integrity. Led by instructional designer Angela Stockman, the forum—offered both online and on-campus—will address how AI aligns with educational values and the challenges of bias in AI-powered learning tools. Participants will explore best practices for responsible AI integration in the classroom and beyond. Registration is open until April 1, with prizes and refreshments available for attendees.
Read more here.
ZDNET’s Editor Tests ChatGPT’s New Voice Update
/Sabrina Ortiz, ZDNET
ZDNET’s Sabrina Ortiz tested ChatGPT’s latest Advanced Voice Mode update, which introduces more natural conversations and better tone adaptation. The AI assistant now waits longer before responding, reducing interruptions, and adjusts its tone based on the user’s emotions. These improvements make AI interactions feel more fluid and human-like, addressing a major limitation of traditional voice assistants. While all users can access the update that reduces interruptions, the enhanced personality features are exclusive to paid subscribers.
Read more here.
Watch OpenAI's update here.
SOME AI TOOLS TO TRY OUT:
Skarbe – Capture sales interactions, get follow-up suggestions, and automate tracking.
Reve Image 1.0 – AI model built for top-tier prompt adherence, aesthetics, and typography.
ElevenLabs Scribe – Industry-leading speech-to-text transcription in 99 languages with precise timestamps and speaker diarization.
That’s a wrap on today’s Almost Daily craziness.
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