Well, it feels like we are right into the 2024 groove. Lots of AI news around for us to dive into, and OpenAI are launching their GPT Store this week after much fanfare during their DevDay in early November 2023. This could be a game changer not only for the brand but for individuals and companies that make and sell them. Think App Store for AI tools. Let’s jump in…

News

Scientific discoveries in weeks, not years: breakthroughs in material science is something that we have reported on previously, but now researchers are seeing early results in this fusion of AI and High Performance Computing, speeding up the process by 500,000 fold. Read all about it here.

Deep fake audio detection in time for the 2024 election season: McAfee, the cybersecurity experts, have developed a tool that highlights the authenticity of an audio recording with an impressive 90% accuracy. Find out about Project Mockingbird here.

Fancy AI robot made burgers and fries?: the worlds first fully autonomous restaurant has opened it’s doors in Pasedena, California. CaliExpress by Flippy uses robotic technology for cooking and AI for ordering and payments. Learn more here.

Politics continues to try to come to grips with AI: as AI continues to permeate society at pace, Governments, local and national, are grappling with how to effectively, and ethically, integrate the technology to improve the lives of their constituents. Wes Moore, Governor of Maryland in the US has signed an Executive Order that may show the way. Read about it here.

Duolingo, the language app, lays off thousands of translators: the worlds most popular language learning app has gone all in on AI for their translation services, rendering redundant thousands of translators. Get the scoop here.

Tool

Get ready for a digital marketplace revolution! OpenAI's much-anticipated GPT Store, a hub for trading and showcasing bespoke AI agents crafted from its advanced GPT-4 model, is set to make a grand entrance next week.

Aimed at GPT Builders, this platform offers a space to monetise unique AI creations, from meme-explaining bots to negotiation guides. Originally slated for a November debut, the launch faced delays amidst a whirlwind month at OpenAI, including the brief exit and return of CEO Sam Altman.

The store, much like the Apple App Store, promises a new era of AI innovation, allowing users to share and profit from their custom GPTs. OpenAI is also exploring ways to reward creators based on usage, though details remain under wraps. This initiative opens a novel frontier in AI, merging creativity with commerce in an unprecedented way. As soon as the store opens, I’ll do a full review.

Prompt

I’m always looking for ways to get the best out of ChatGPT and I came across this cheat sheet which lays out how to use the tool to its best. Here it is for you to try:

Following this structure will ensure that you get the best out of your time with any AI. I hope you find it useful!