Hello AiNews Readers!

I wanted to let you know that there won’t be a newsletter next week from March 10-13 while I attend the HumanX Conference. But don’t worry—we’re still here in the meantime, and we’ll be back with more AI updates soon!

Alicia

Today’s Headlines:

• OpenAI Launches NextGenAI with $50M for AI Research & Education - OpenAI has announced NextGenAI, a groundbreaking consortium bringing together 15 leading research institutions to accelerate AI-driven breakthroughs in research and education. To support this initiative, OpenAI is committing $50 million in grants, computing resources, and API access to empower researchers, educators, and students.

  
  
  
  

• Google Expands AI Overviews, Launches AI Mode for Advanced Search - Google is expanding AI Overviews with a Gemini 2.0 upgrade, improving response quality and speed for complex queries. Additionally, Google is launching an experimental AI Mode in Search, designed to offer more advanced reasoning and multimodal capabilities for users seeking deeper insights.
  
  
  
  

• Eric Schmidt Warns Against ‘Manhattan Project’ for AGI Development - In a newly published policy paper, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, along with Scale AI CEO Alexandr Wang and Center for AI Safety Director Dan Hendrycks, argue that the United States should avoid a Manhattan Project-style initiative to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI).
  
  
  
  

• OpenAI Unveils High-End AI Agents, Including $20K/Month Research Agent - OpenAI is reportedly developing a suite of high-powered AI agents, including a PhD-level research assistant priced at $20,000 per month. These specialized AI models are designed for advanced applications, such as scientific research, coding, and sales optimization.
  
  
  

• Amazon to Launch ‘Reasoning’ AI Model to Rival OpenAI & Anthropic - Amazon is preparing to launch a new AI model with advanced reasoning capabilities under its Nova brand, which was unveiled late last year, by June. This model is designed to compete with offerings from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google, emphasizing hybrid reasoning, cost efficiency, and strong performance on industry benchmarks.
  
  
  

• OpenAI Rolls Out GPT-4.5 to ChatGPT Plus Users in Phases - OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has confirmed that GPT-4.5 will begin rolling out to ChatGPT Plus subscribers gradually over several days, rather than launching all at once. The decision aims to prevent server strain and allow users to have longer, more meaningful interactions with the new model.

Do You Have AI Breaking News?

Email [email protected] to get your news featured in our next newsletter!

AI In Action: Quick Tutorials

In this section, you'll find short, practical tutorials that walk you through using the latest AI tools, helping you quickly unlock their full potential.

Today’s AI in Action: Finding perfect prospects with AI

In this tutorial, you will learn how to use Perplexity’s Deep Research feature to quickly generate focused B2B prospect lists and craft personalized outreach messages that convert better.

Step-by-step:

• Define your targeting criteria clearly (such as industry, company size, location, and pain points).

• Head over to Perplexity to generate prospects by entering a specific prompt requesting companies that match your criteria.

• Ask it to prioritize and analyze your prospects by identifying the most promising fits and explaining why they'd benefit from your solution.

• Generate personalized outreach messages for each priority prospect that reference their specific situation and funding.

Pro tip: You can use separate AI tools for research and content writing, e.g., take your prospect insights from step 3 and feed them into your favorite writing assistant for drafting polished outreach messages.

AI Tools:

Please note that AiNews.com does not endorse the following AI tools. We aim to share the tools we come across that you may find helpful in you work or daily lives.

• Not Legal Advice: NLA uses advanced AI to help our customers win legal battles or get legal advice without having to hire a law firm.
  
  

• Pinster: Save, organize, and explore your bookmarks with AI-powered summaries and chat. A smarter way to manage your knowledge.
  
  

• Synexa: Run AI in one line. Simple, fast, and stable. Deploy AI models with just one line of code.
  
  

• Bounti: Get all the intel you need in seconds to win target accounts, including company insights, pitches to connect with buyers' business objectives, and messaging to engage them on any channel.

Affiliate Links for AI Tools:

• BetterPic: Professional AI Headshot Generator in 4K Resolution. Get Studio Quality AI professional headshots, without a photographer or a studio shoot. Use AiNews.com’s referral link to get a new headshot today.
  
  

• Ai Studios: Generate videos from text using AI avatars. Disclosure: AiNews.com uses Ai Studios for their Ai Alicia & Ai Michael videos. Use AiNews.com’s referral link to try out their Ai video features.
  
  

• Descript: Descript is a new kind of video editor that’s as easy as a doc. Descript’s AI-powered features and intuitive interface allows businesses using video for marketing, sales, and internal training and collaboration a breeze. Disclosure: AiNews.com uses Descript for our AI podcast interviews. Use AiNews.com referral link to get started.
  
  

• HiHello: HiHello’s robust Digital Business Card Platform enables individuals to leverage digital business cards, email signatures, and virtual backgrounds to present their brand consistently and capture leads to grow their business. We use HiHello's FREE digital business card & you can too. Download the app for Apple or Android today to get started!

Get in touch with us to feature your AI Tool in our newsletter!

Our LinkedIn Community is growing - Will you join us? We invite you to join our LinkedIn group to participate in AI discussions and share developments with the rest of the group. Join today!

Support Our Sponsors:

• Fractional HR: Get Vetted Senior Tech Talent Without the Hiring Cost, Time, or Gamble. Traditional hiring can be a slow, expensive gamble, often leaving you with a team that doesn’t perfectly align with your specific needs. At Fractional, we offer senior technical experts on a flexible, project basis. Access top-tier talent without the long-term costs. Our seasoned professionals bring specialized skills to handle complex projects and drive growth.
  

• Excelsa Coffee: Not Arabica. Not Robusta. Excelsa.

  Tart and Fruity. Naturally Half-Caff. 100% Pure Excelsa Coffee Beans. Discover the greatest hidden secret of Coffee. Buy on Amazon!

Become A Sponsor of Our Newsletter!

Enhance your brand's visibility and drive new opportunities! By becoming a sponsor of our newsletter, you'll gain unparalleled brand exposure and a unique chance to increase traffic and sales through direct engagement with our dedicated and targeted audience.

We can feature an article or AI tool or simply offer a discount to our subscribers for your product or service. Get in touch with us today - Let's collaborate to create a meaningful impact for your business!