Despite being six time champions of Europe, Liverpool FC never rest on their laurels and are known for trying to maximise their chances of success by utilising the best modern tools. They have shown this yet again by collaborating with DeepMind to squeeze a bit more out of corners. We also talk stethoscopes, farmers and plants! Let’s dive in…

News

NVIDIA drops new Blackwell processor: at their GTC event this week, NVIDIA launched a completely new graphics processing unit for the AI world. Able to run large language models on over one trillion parameters, the enthusiasm from the industry seems boundless. Read more about why this is a game changer here.

Google Deepmind collaborate with Liverpool FC on corners: trained on the analysis of over 7000 corners from the Premier League, TacticAI from DeepMind have been working with the mighty Liverpool Football Club to allow them to score more and defend better from corners. That’ll be why they are at the top of the league then! Read more here.

AI based stethoscope more than twice as effective at detecting murmurs: a new product in the medical arena is making big strides in detecting heart murmurs with much more efficiency than a standard stethoscope in the hands of an experienced clinician. Get the lowdown here.

Space X and Oracle team up to help farmers: a new joint venture was announced between two tech titans in the field of agriculture. Utilising Space X’s digital AI mapping services, Oracle aims to make farmers more efficient. Space X moved into the agriculture business earlier this year in partnership with John Deere. Read more here.

Sam Altman makes huge ChatGPT-5 claim: in a recent interview with Lex Friedman, the OpenAI CEO said that ChatGPT-4 “sucks” when compared to GPT-5. Given the success of ChatGPT to date, this is some claim. He went on to suggest that GPT-5 will be seen as the true turning point in the history of AI. Watch the video here.

Tool

Slightly off the beaten track for me this week, but bear with me. I was looking through OpenAI’s own GPT’s to see if there was anything that got the juices flowing that I could share with you. Somewhat whimsically, I elected to look at their Planty GPT. Planty is an AI that knows all things gardening and plants. Not my most favourite topic, but I created compost and planted herbs and veretables right through lockdown and had been toying with the idea of growing some tomatoes, the small juicy kind. Planty didn’t let me down…

Prompt

What variety of tomatoes are small, juicy and easy to grow?

“Oh, you're looking for some delightful little tomatoes to jazz up your garden! Small, juicy varieties are fantastic for snacking, salads, or just popping in your mouth straight off the vine. Here are a few favorites that pack a juicy punch:

1. Cherry Tomatoes: These are the go-to for many gardeners because they're super sweet and incredibly juicy. Varieties like 'Sweet Million', 'Sun Gold', and 'Black Cherry' are just bursting with flavor.

2. Grape Tomatoes: A bit firmer than cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes like 'Juliet' and 'Sugar Rush' still offer a nice burst of juiciness with a sweeter, more concentrated flavor.

3. Pear Tomatoes: Shaped like a pear, these little cuties, such as 'Yellow Pear' and 'Red Pear', offer a unique appearance and a juicy, mild flavor that's perfect for snacking.

4. Currant Tomatoes: These are the tiniest tomatoes you can grow, with varieties like 'Sweet Pea' producing loads of pea-sized tomatoes that are super juicy and flavorful.

When you're deciding which varieties to plant, consider your climate and growing conditions, as some varieties might perform better in your area than others. And don't forget to provide your tomatoes with plenty of sunshine, consistent watering (but not too much!), and a bit of support as they grow. Happy gardening!”

There you have it! If you you have the urge to get all green fingers, then you could do a lot worse than chatting your plans through with Planty. Give it a try…