Episode Summary: This week's AI Update Podcast explores significant advancements in artificial intelligence, highlighting Google's experimental "Thinking Model," OpenAI’s ChatGPT updates, and Databricks' substantial investment round. These developments mark pivotal moments in AI, transforming how technology aids in decision-making and complex problem solving.Key Stories: 1. Google’s Gemini 2.0 introduces an experimental "Thinking Model," promising advanced reasoning capabilities beyond traditional AI responses. Available through Google’s Vertex AI, this model is designed to process both text and image inputs for varied applications. Source: [Quartz Source on AI Launches](https://qz.com/google-thinking-ai-model-databricks-chatgpt-search-1851726503)2. OpenAI expands ChatGPT's search capabilities, incorporating features like speech input and map interface to enhance accessibility and user experience. These updates position ChatGPT as a versatile tool for seamless integration into everyday tasks. Source: [Quartz Source on AI Launches](https://qz.com/google-thinking-ai-model-databricks-chatgpt-search-1851726503)3. Databricks secures a $10 billion investment round, raising $8.6 billion to date, boosting its valuation to $62 billion. The funds aim to amplify their Data Intelligence Platform and global market presence. Source: [Quartz Source on AI Launches](https://qz.com/google-thinking-ai-model-databricks-chatgpt-search-1851726503)Additional Points of Interest: - OpenAI’s GPT-5, known as Orion, faces challenges with costs outweighing expected improvements. The project’s hurdles set a pivotal moment for AI's development efficiency and cost-reduction strategies. Source: [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/21/openais-gpt-5-reportedly-falling-short-of-expectations/)- Major tech companies are projected to invest $300 billion in AI by 2025, with Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet leading efforts to enhance their AI infrastructures using Nvidia's Blackwell GPUs. Source: [The Motley Fool](https://www.fool.com/investing/2024/12/21/4-tech-spend-300-billion-ai-2025-wall-street-stock/)- Under antitrust scrutiny, Google promises not to enforce its Gemini Assistant on partners, maintaining competitive fairness and flexibility in AI integrations for businesses. Source: [Wired](https://www.wired.com/story/google-gemini-antitrust-remedy-search/)

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