The Weekly AI letter - Week 7

Author

Axel Flerén
February 17, 2025

Updates & News - Week 7

Hey there,

This is a ~2-minute read featuring News, updates & Insights in AI for Week 7, 2025.

OpenAI's Roadmap for GPT-4.5 and GPT-5

Context

OpenAI is set to release GPT-4.5, codenamed "Orion," as its final model before transitioning to GPT-5. This move aims to simplify their AI offerings and enhance functionality.

Key Information

  • GPT-4.5 (Orion): Marginal improvements over GPT-4; marks the end of non-chain-of-thought models.

  • GPT-5: Will integrate various technologies, including o3, into a unified AI system.

  • Product Simplification: OpenAI plans to consolidate its complex product lineup for a more seamless user experience.

What to Take Away from This

With Sam and the organisation at Open AI realising how complicated the use of AI models can be for the non-technical person, you can expect the GPT-4.5 and GPT-5 models to become even easier to use than prior models.

Elon Musk's xAI to Launch Grok 3 AI model

Context

Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, is set to release its Grok 3 AI model, mentioned to be the "smartest AI on Earth," intensifying competition in the AI chatbot market.

Key Information

  • Grok 3 Release: Scheduled for a launch on Monday week 8, aiming to outperform existing AI models.

  • Advanced Reasoning: Claims to possess superior reasoning capabilities compared to current AI models.

  • Integration: Designed to work seamlessly within the X platform (formerly Twitter).

What to Take Away from This

If you are a regular user of the X.com platform you can expect the Grok AI model to become better than before.

With all AI models out there it’s a lot of noise and complicated to know which one to use, personally I just stick to my niched GPTs that I have trained in the ChatGPT.com environment.

UK Partners with Anthropic to Enhance Public Services

Context

The UK government is collaborating with AI startup Anthropic to explore the use of the chatbot Claude in improving public services.

Key Information

  • Memorandum of Understanding: Establishes a framework for integrating Claude into public service interfaces.

  • AI-Driven Efficiency: Aims to streamline access to information and services for citizens.

  • Strategic AI Development: Part of the UK's broader initiative to position itself as a leader in AI innovation.

What to Take Away from This

The US is currently the center of attention in the AI scene, and this shows how other countries are advancing in the AI scene.

EU Commits €50 Billion to Boost AI Innovation

Context

The European Union has announced a €50 billion investment to accelerate artificial intelligence innovation across member states.

Key Information

  • InvestAI Initiative: Aims to mobilize a total of €200 billion, combining public and private investments.

  • AI Gigafactories: Plans to establish four facilities dedicated to training large AI models, each equipped with approximately 100,000 advanced AI chips.

  • Public-Private Partnership: Seeks to create a collaborative environment for researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors.

What to Take Away from This

This shows how the AI scene is not entirely dominated by the US and China, and is a much needed initiative for the EU to become a leader in the AI sector.

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That was everything for Week 7, hoping that you found it valuable!

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