This Week in AI: Deepmind Enters Robotics & Coding, Free Sora for Xmas, ChatGPT Gets Eyes + Ears

o3 Model Ranks Top 0.1% in the World at Coding

OpenAI’s o3 has reached a Codeforces ranking of 2727, putting it among the world’s top competitive programmers. The system ranks it as the 175th best coder in the world.

Google DeepMind Enters Robotics with Apollo

Google DeepMind partners with Apptronik to develop Apollo, an advanced humanoid robot with AI capabilities. The collaboration marks Google's significant entry into advanced robotics.

AI Outdiagnoses Doctors 80% to 30%

OpenAI’s o1-preview model scores far higher than doctors on complex medical reasoning tasks. This could mean smarter and more accurate healthcare solutions for everyone.

DeepMind Enters the Coding Competition with Jules

Jules is Google’s AI coding assistant that helps developers handle bug fixes and other tasks. It works with GitHub to keep your workflow smooth and efficient.

GitHub Copilot Now Free

GitHub Copilot Free offers 2000 code completions and 50 chat requests per month, no subscription needed. Just sign in with your GitHub account and start coding smarter.

𝕏 AI’s Grok is Also Now Free For All Users

BasedLabs AI lets users train character models in 5 minutes. Users can edit and animate results using tools like Runway and Luma. The platform offers additional AI video features.

Create a Video Podcast from a Single Photo Soon

AI-generated podcasters can now hold conversations with realistic reactions, subtle expressions, and even stutters. ByteDance's INFP uses audio and a single portrait to create lifelike interactions.

Pixar Legend Joins 3D Tech Revolution with Odyssey

Ed Catmull, Pixar co-founder, has joined Odyssey’s board as they debut a new way to make 3D worlds. This technology simplifies creating and controlling 3D spaces from simple photos.

Free Sora for All Plus Users During The Holidays!

OpenAI is offering all Plus subscribers unlimited Sora access through the holidays. This means no more limits on video creation during December.

Remix Ideas into Cool Digital Art with Whisk

Google’s new tool, Whisk, lets you combine subjects, scenes, and styles into unique images. You can input images or use prompts to create something fun and original.