It seems that Google is gearing up to roll out some major updates very soon, specifically next week. One of the biggest changes is the transition from Google Bard to Gemini. Currently, Google Bard is running on Gemini, so this name change will encompass everything under the Gemini umbrella.
The Introduction of Gemini Advanced
Google is introducing a new feature called Gemini Advanced, which will be available as a paid plan. It will utilize the powerful AI model, Ultra 1.0, making Gemini Advanced far more capable at complex tasks such as coding, logical reasoning, following nuanced instructions, and creative collaboration. The plan will continue to expand in the coming months with multimodal capabilities, improved coding features, and the ability to upload and analyze files and data.
Google’s Move Towards Gemini
The change from Bard to Gemini is imminent, as confirmed by the change log, which is currently dated for February 7th. Despite the lack of helpful information in the log, Google had previously stated that the transition would occur either in the first quarter or in the beginning of 2024.
Google’s Podcast Feat: Interviewing Demis Hassabis
There is speculation that Demis Hassabis, the co-founder and CEO of Google DeepMind, will be featured in an upcoming podcast episode. Hassabis is a prominent figure in the AI space, known for his team’s groundbreaking work in the field. While initially, DeepMind operated independently from Google, recent reports indicate that the two entities are becoming more integrated.
Gemini’s Potential: Advancements in AI
The introduction of Gemini Pro and Gemini Ultra in the rankings suggests that Google’s AI capabilities are catching up to OpenAI’s GPT models. Gemini Pro is currently neck and neck with GPT 4, and it is anticipated that the release of Gemini Ultra will surpass OpenAI’s latest model. This progress in AI technology promises exciting advancements in various fields, including E-commerce, where Gemini’s capabilities can revolutionize image and text generation for product descriptions and customer inquiries.
Google’s Other AI Ventures
Aside from the Gemini release, Google has been investing in other AI projects. Image in 2, for instance, showcases impressive accuracy and detail in image generation. Additionally, the incorporation of Image in 2 into Vertex AI provides enterprise-ready text-to-image capabilities, ensuring protection for companies against copyright issues. Lumiere, another Google project, enables text-to-video generation, further advancing the possibilities of AI.
Controversy Surrounding Enhanced Games
Outside of AI, Google’s co-founder, Peter Thiel, has created controversy by financially backing the Enhanced Games event, which promotes performance-enhancing drugs for athletes. While some argue the dangerous nature of this event, Thiel’s investment aims to encourage research into nutritional supplements and biohacks to push the limits of human performance.
Google’s Competition and Future Developments
As Google strives to compete with the likes of Perplexity and to overcome the challenges posed by OpenAI and Jeff Bezos’
