Hello, AI Enthusiasts.
As Thursday night unfolds and the weekend approaches, here’s what’s happening in the world of AI that you won’t want to miss:
OpenAI just wrapped up Day 6 of its "12 Days of OpenAI," showcasing new features like the Santa voice and video/screensharing in Advanced Voice during a livestream. 🎅
In other news, Accenture has launched a Generative AI Scholars Program in partnership with Stanford Online to equip professionals with essential AI skills. Meanwhile, a study by ValueSelling Associates reveals that AI is streamlining coaching, cutting sales cycles by 56% and boosting productivity by 95%.
Here's another crazy day in AI:
OpenAI introduced Santa mode and video in advanced voice
Accenture and Stanford bring Gen AI learning program to leaders
Boosting sales with AI-powered coaching
Some AI tools to try out
TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: Voice Mode Evolves: Meet Santa!
Image Credit:Wowza (created with Ideogram)
How will Santa's voice and the new screen-sharing features in Advanced Voice change the way we interact with technology this holiday season?
OpenAI's Day 6 of the "12 Days of OpenAI" event featured several important updates aimed at enhancing user interaction and experience with their AI technology. Among the highlights were notable improvements to the Advanced Voice Mode, the introduction of a festive Santa voice, and the rollout of the new Canvas feature for all web users. These changes reflect OpenAI's ongoing commitment to making its tools more accessible and user-friendly. Featured on ZDNet, editor Sabrina Ortiz elaborated on how these advancements represent a significant step forward in user experience.
Here are some key updates announced:
Improved Advanced Voice Mode:Â Enhancements have been made to the Advanced Voice Mode, which now includes a screen-sharing capability. This allows ChatGPT to analyze and respond to visual content, making interactions more dynamic.
Santa Voice Feature:Â A new festive option in the Advanced Voice Mode allows users to switch to a Santa voice, offering a playful touch to conversations during the holiday season.
Integration with iOS 18.2:Â ChatGPT can now seamlessly interact with Siri and new Writing Tools on iOS 18.2, allowing for more comprehensive responses to user queries.
Canvas Feature for Web Users:Â The Canvas feature is now available to all web users, providing a more streamlined approach to project management and interaction with GPT-4o.
Sora Video Model Launch:Â OpenAI introduced a new video model designed to assist with various video generation tasks, enhancing creative possibilities.
Reinforcement Fine-Tuning Program:Â This program enables developers to fine-tune AI models for specific applications, improving their performance on complex queries.
OpenAI’s recent announcements provide interesting insights into how AI is evolving to meet our needs. By introducing features like Advanced Voice Mode and Canvas, they're encouraging users to engage with technology in more interactive and intuitive ways. These updates highlight a commitment to making AI not just more powerful, but also more approachable for everyday use.
As you explore these new capabilities, consider how they might enhance your workflows or spark your creativity. The goal is to integrate AI into our lives in a way that feels seamless and natural. With each advancement, we have the opportunity to rethink how we interact with technology and make it work better for us.
Read the full article here.
Watch OpenAI's Day 6 here.
OTHER INTERESTING AI HIGHLIGHTS:
Accenture and Stanford Bring Gen AI Learning Program to Leaders
/Accenture
Accenture has unveiled a cutting-edge Generative AI Scholars Program in partnership with Stanford Online. This on-demand initiative offers over 40 hours of comprehensive learning tailored for business and technology leaders, combining Stanford's expert curriculum with Accenture’s industry insights. With modules on AI fundamentals, foundation models, and responsible AI, the program is designed to equip executives with practical strategies to leverage generative AI for organizational transformation. The online format ensures accessibility, while reflective activities and case studies bring real-world application to the forefront.
Read more here.
Boosting Sales with AI-Powered Coaching
/Julie Thomas, President and CEO of ValueSelling Associates on CustomerThink
Integrating AI into sales coaching has proven transformative, with companies seeing a 3.3x increase in sales team quota attainment compared to those using AI alone. Research by ValueSelling Associates and Aberdeen highlights how AI streamlines coaching by providing real-time insights and personalized recommendations, shortening sales cycles by 56%, and boosting productivity by 95%. Crucially, AI-powered coaching also reduces turnover by addressing individual challenges and fostering stronger employee engagement. The key takeaway? AI complements—not replaces—the human element, driving sales teams to achieve unprecedented performance.
Read more here.
SOME AI TOOLS TO TRY OUT:
Powerdrill - Simplify data analysis with the power of LLMs.
AISmartCube -Â Create custom tools with a drag-and-drop interface, connecting chatbots, voice tools, and data scrapers.
Shortcut  - Ask questions, organize ideas, or role-play conversations with intuitive AI-driven dialogue.
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