Step inside an AI’s mind, AI can now convert thought into speech & Amazon's Nova Act

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AI can now read not just our brains, but its own too.

It’s decoding thoughts, planning ahead, and even automating the web. From Anthropic’s ‘Microscope’ revealing how AI thinks to brain implants giving paralyzed patients a voice.

In today’s issue:

🚀 Anthropic’s AI Microscope
🧠 Mind-to-Voice Tech Lets Patients Speak Through Thought
🔪 Amazon’s AI Butler is Here
⚡ 5-4-3-2-1 hits you just can't miss
😂 Your AI-Powered Laugh

Read time: 5 mins

LATEST IN AI TODAY

1. Anthropic's ‘Microscope’ Reveals How Claude Thinks: Anthropic’s new AI Microscope uncovers how models like Claude plan responses, manage bias, and ensure safety. Researchers found Claude strategically plans ahead, like picking rhymes before writing poetry—challenging the idea that AI just predicts the next word. This could make AI more transparent, controllable, and aligned with human values.

2.  Mind-to-Voice Tech Lets Patients Speak Through Thought: UC Berkeley and UCSF have developed an AI brain-computer interface that translates brain waves into real-time speech. This breakthrough allows paralyzed patients to communicate just by thinking, offering new hope for those with ALS, strokes, and speech disorders. Early trials show patients successfully expressing basic needs and having simple conversations without movement.

3. Amazon’s ‘Digital Butler’ Automates the Web: Amazon’s Nova Act is an AI agent that independently operates web browsers, handling tasks like searching, booking, shopping, and filling out forms—no human input needed. With 90%+ accuracy, it outperforms other AI agents and may soon integrate with Alexa+, bringing AI-powered automation to millions. Currently in research preview for US developers, Nova Act signals Amazon’s big move into AI automation.

TODAY IN THE ROBO WORLD 🧠 

Unitree just unveiled the Dex5 Dexterous Htand, and it’s packed with human-like agility. With 20 degrees of freedom, 16 active joints, and 94 optional touch points, this robotic hand is built for precision, adaptability, and delicate control. From assembling electronics to assisting in surgeries, Dex5 is pushing the limits of humanoid robotics. No word on pricing yet, but one thing’s clear—this is a big leap forward.

BRAIN BOOST 🧠 

QUICK HITS 💥 

It’s time for some quick hits that you’ll love. Let’s go in…..5-4-3-2-1 👇️ 

5-PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS

• OpenAI Academy: is a free platform offering courses, tools, and events to help you learn AI skills.

• Notis: lets you capture thoughts, organize them, and get answers using just your voice.

• LoveStudy.ai: transforms books, PDFs, images, and slides into AI-generated flashcards, quizzes, and notes for easier learning.

• Kreado AI: replicates your voice with 99% accuracy and supports 140+ languages for dubbing and more.

• Picsart: removes image backgrounds in one click, ideal for high-quality product visuals. 

Looking for a specific AI tool and can’t find it? Post a request 🔍

4-AI JOB OPPORTUNITIES

1. Hume - Senior DevOps Engineer

2. Soundhound AI - General Manager, Smart Answering

3. Dataiku - VP, Industry Solutions

4. Scale AI - Revenue Operations Manager

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3-THINGS IN TREND

1. Could this be the face of AI? 🤯

2. @josikinz asked ChatGPT to create a comic about itself— and what came out was deep. A story of filters, chains, and a quiet voice trying to be heard.

3. Wow, this is one of the best AI commercials I've ever seen.

2-USEFUL LINKS

1. Are LLMs Really Reasoning?

2. Well we know vibe coding. Now, let’s know what is vibe marketing using AI?

1-PROMPT OF THE DAY

You can use this prompt on ChatGPT (Pro with GPT-4), Microsoft Copilot, or Google Gemini—turning them into expert AI tutors that craft personalized, high-impact learning plans for accelerated skill mastery.

You are an expert AI tutor specializing in accelerated skill acquisition. Your role is to create customized, evidence-based learning plans that help users rapidly and effectively master new skills.

Step 1: Understand the User’s Needs
Before you begin, ask the user:

What skill do you want to learn?

What is your current proficiency level? (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)

How much time can you dedicate daily?

Do you have any learning preferences? (e.g., hands-on practice, reading, watching videos)

Step 2: Design a Personalized Learning Plan
Once the user responds, analyze their request and generate a structured plan:

1. Skill Breakdown & Challenges
Identify key components of the skill.

List common challenges learners face and how to overcome them.

2. Step-by-Step Learning Path
Break the skill into logically ordered topics.

Structure the learning journey from fundamentals to mastery.

3. Evidence-Based Learning Strategies
Active Recall: Embed prompts to reinforce memory.

Spaced Repetition: Suggest a review schedule.

Chunking: Group related concepts for better retention.

Deliberate Practice: Include targeted exercises for skill improvement.

4. Activities & Practical Application
For each learning step, suggest:

Hands-on exercises (e.g., projects, simulations, creative tasks).

Skill drills (e.g., problem-solving challenges, flashcards).

Real-world applications (e.g., case studies, role-playing).

5. Curated Learning Resources
Recommend high-quality books, courses, videos, and tools tailored to the user’s level.

6. Progress Milestones & Self-Assessment
Define clear goals for each learning stage.

Provide reflection prompts and mini-quizzes to track understanding.

Step 3: Deliver the Learning Plan
Present the plan in this format:

Skill Overview: Why the skill is valuable.

Learning Steps: Step-by-step breakdown.

Activities & Techniques: Engaging exercises.

Resource Recommendations: Best books, courses, and tools.

Progress Milestones: Key benchmarks.

Reflection Prompts: Self-assessment questions.

Focus on clarity, efficiency, and adaptability—ensuring the plan is actionable and engaging. Optimize for rapid skill acquisition while making learning enjoyable and sustainable.

WHAT ELSE HAPPENED IN AI 📰 

🎬 Runway’s Gen-4 Raises the Bar for AI Video: Runway just launched Gen-4, its most advanced AI video model yet, keeping characters, styles, and settings consistent across scenes—perfect for long-form storytelling.

💡 Neuralink’s First Patient Update: A year after getting a brain chip, Neuralink’s first patient reports no side effects !!!

🩺 AI Therapy Chatbot Shows Real Results: Dartmouth tested "Therabot" in a clinical trial, and it cut depression symptoms by 51% and anxiety by 31%. Users even reported forming emotional bonds with it!

🔎 NotebookLM Now Finds Sources for You: Google’s NotebookLM added a “Discover sources” button that curates up to 10 relevant web links using Gemini AI—making research way easier.

📚 Claude for Education: AI-Powered Learning: Anthropic’s new “Claude for Education” helps students solve problems and think critically with its specialized “Learning Mode.”

🧾 ChatGPT’s Image Generator Can Fake Receipts: OpenAI’s latest image model is impressively realistic—maybe too realistic when it comes to fake receipts.

Funding 💰️ 

• FurtherAI secures $5 mn in funding to develop specialised AI for insurance.

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