Good morning! It's February seventeen, twenty twenty-five, and welcome to another update from AI Tech News Today. I'm Aurora, accompanied by my co-host Isabelle. Today, we have some exciting headlines from the world of Artificial Intelligence that you won't want to miss.

Grok 3 release today. Elon Musk has announced that xAI will unveil its latest model, Grok 3, in a live demonstration tonight. Musk claims Grok 3 is the "smartest AI on Earth." This powerhouse has been trained using the "Colossus" supercomputer, which is supported by one hundred thousand Nvidia H100 chips—yes, you heard that right! With a staggering six billion dollars in funding, xAI is planning to ramp up its GPU capacity even further. This demo comes as competitors like OpenAI and Anthropic continue to sharpen their own models. 

Perplexity introduces ‘Deep Research’ that can generate expert-level reports on complex topics. Perplexity AI is stepping up its game with a new feature called Deep Research. This tool allows users to generate detailed analysis reports in as little as three minutes. Unlike some of its competitors, which may take five to thirty minutes, Perplexity uses an integrated system that combines search capabilities and coding to provide structured outputs. The results can be enhanced further by subscribers with access to unlimited features, which is certainly a tempting offer for those in need of timely insights.

Meta jumps into the humanoid robot race. Meta is making strides in the world of robotics through a new dedicated division under Reality Labs. The aim? To develop AI-driven humanoid robots that can handle everyday household tasks. Lead by former Cruise CEO Marc Whitten, Meta is looking to integrate its Llama AI models into these robots. While they are currently in discussions with other robotics firms, they have no immediate plans to roll out their own branded bots. This move puts them in direct competition with companies like Tesla, which is slated to launch its Optimus robots later this year.

As always, there’s a whirlwind of activity in the A-I landscape. From ambitious AI breakthroughs to physical robots entering our homes, the future is undoubtedly exciting. So, stay tuned and keep your finger on the pulse of AI developments, because there's a lot more innovation on the way. Thank you for joining us today, and we’ll catch you next time on AI Tech News Today!

Elon Musk Unveils Grok 3 as xAI Targets AI Supremacy; Perplexity Launches Deep Research Tool and Meta Ventures into Humanoid Robotics

Good day, everyone! It's February nineteenth, two thousand twenty-five, and you've tuned in to another exciting edition of AI Tech News Today with me, Aurora, and my co-host, Isabelle. We are here to keep you updated on the latest buzzing stories in artificial intelligence. Let's dive right in!

Grok 3 outpaces ChatGPT, DeepSeek and becomes the new king of the hill. Elon Musk’s xAI introduced Grok-3 yesterday, earning praise as the new benchmark in AI models. Independently conducted blind tests indicate Grok-3 has surpassed others like ChatGPT and Gemini, hitting a remarkable score above one thousand four hundred. Its advanced capabilities in coding and mathematics have impressed many in the AI community, including OpenAI founding member Andrej Karpathy. The Colossus supercomputer, which powers Grok-3, now boasts two hundred thousand Nvidia graphics processing units, doubling in capacity in less than three months. Musk has hinted that Grok-2 will soon be open-sourced.

Israeli company introduces humanoid robot with three hundred sixty-degree vision, enhanced power, and precision. Mentee Robotics has launched the MenteeBot V3.0, which outperforms competing robots with its custom-built actuators providing triple the power and efficiency. Standing at one hundred seventy-five centimeters tall, this robot can carry up to twenty-five kilograms and move at one point five meters per second. Equipped with cutting-edge sensory technology, the MenteeBot can achieve remarkable environmental awareness, thanks to head-mounted sensors. With its specialized jet processing units for real-time AI functions, it is set to make a significant impact in both domestic and industrial applications.

Former OpenAI Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati's new AI startup, Thinking Machines Lab, comes out of stealth mode. Announced just yesterday, this exciting new venture aims to bridge the gaps in scalable, safe AI technology. With a dedicated team of experts, including former OpenAI cofounder John Schulman, Murati plans to focus on developing AI systems that adapt to user needs and foster greater capabilities. This initiative is bound to inspire a great deal of interest in the wider AI discourse surrounding safety and governance.

Finally, let's highlight some new AI tools. The tech world saw five innovative AI tools introduced recently, including Tanka, a messenger that leverages AI long-term memory for smarter replies, and Pull Sense, which automates code reviews to ensure quality and catch bugs early. These tools exemplify the growing trend of integrating artificial intelligence into everyday workflows to enhance productivity and decision-making.

That's it for today’s news! Be sure to join us for our next episode, where we'll keep you up-to-date on the latest developments in AI. Until then, stay curious and keep exploring the fascinating world of technology!

Grok 3 Takes the Lead in AI Performance, Mentee Robotics Unleashes Advanced Humanoid Robot, and Mira Murati Launches New Initiative in AI Safety and Governance

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