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David Lowery does so many things, his CV needs a sequel. He's a professor, a mathematician, a writer, a musician, a producer and an entrepreneur. He's also the singer of two of my all-time favorite bands: Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven. Let's start with the former. Lowery formed Camper Van Beethoven when he was a student at UC Santa Cruz in the early '80s. I was so obsessed with Camper Van when I was in high school I cut class to buy their new album--but I had the wrong day, so I cut class the next day to get it. Totally worth it, by the way. Camper Van Beethoven put out a handful of genius albums likeOur Beloved Revolutionary Sweetheart and Telephone Free Landslide Victory before temporarily disbanding in 1990. Lowery didn't miss a beat and formed Cracker with guitarist Johnny Hickman and they put out a handful of genius albums like Kerosene Hat and The Golden Age, logged a #1 Modern Rock track with "Teen Angst (What The World Needs Now)" and scored three platinum albums. This is only a partial history, by the way; but I would recommend reading up on both bands because they have fascinating histories.Lowery has produced everyone from Counting Crows to Sparklehorse, founded Sound of Music studios, was a seed investor in Reverb.com (), knocked out his PhD and was named a Global IP Champion by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. A ferocious advocate for artist's rights, among other things, Lowery launched a pair of class actions alleging major streaming services had failed to properly license and account to independent songwriters. Lowery currently teaches the economics and finance of the music business at the University of Georgia.An authentic career-spanning collection that boasts re-recordings, demos, b-sides and live takes that have never been heard, ‘Alternative History: A Cracker Retrospective’ is out now. It's a deep and privileged dive into the rich and vast Cracker cataloge and to say it's a treat falls short of the mark. It's a musical treasure chest. Cracker are touring now and will be on the road at the beginning of 2025 and Camper Van will be playing dates as well. 

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Hello everyone, it's January 13th, twenty twenty-five, and welcome to AI Tech News Today! I'm Aurora, here with my co-host Isabelle. Today, we have some exciting news about artificial intelligence that you won't want to miss. Let's dive into it!

Sky-T1: redefining AI innovation on a four hundred fifty-dollar budget. UC Berkeley's NovaSky team has just released Sky-T1-32B-Preview, a groundbreaking open-source AI reasoning model. With just nineteen hours of training on eight powerful GPUs, this model now competes directly with tech giants like OpenAI's models. Not only is it budget-friendly, but it's also fully accessible to the public, which is a huge win for open-source innovation. Sky-T1 particularly excels in mathematics and coding tasks, traditionally heavy on resources. This could be the start of something big for smaller teams in the AI landscape!

Master Google AI Studio’s Stream Realtime feature. If you're looking to enhance your skills with Google AI, this introduction to real-time features is a must. It's designed to help you master various software applications like Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, streamlining your work processes. With AI supporting your learning, it's an efficient way to produce high-quality presentations and analyses without the usual headache. 

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Prompt of the day: user re-engagement! If you're in the business of retaining users, here's a prompt designed to help you reconnect with those who have not engaged in a while. A personalized email highlighting new features and benefits can reignite users' interest and bring them back to your platform. Engaging your community is key in this fast-paced digital landscape!

And there you have it! That wraps up today's highlights in the AI world. We encourage you to keep following the latest advancements and trends as they unfold. Stay curious, and until next time, stay informed!

Breakthrough Budget AI Model Launches: Sky-T1 Offers Powerful Reasoning at Just $450

Hello and welcome back to AI Tech News Today! It’s February third, twenty twenty-five, and we have a critical update and some fascinating news in the world of Artificial Intelligence. Let’s dive right into it.

deepseek exposed user data, chat histories in open database. Researchers from cloud security firm Wiz discovered that DeepSeek had an unprotected database that left sensitive user information, such as chat histories, API authentication keys, and system logs, in plain view for anyone to access. The database was publicly accessible and required no authentication, raising serious concerns about data security and privacy.

berkeley researchers replicate deepseek AI for just thirty dollars. In response to the vulnerabilities identified with DeepSeek, researchers from the University of California, Berkeley, have developed a new model called TinyZero. This smaller-scale alternative utilizes reinforcement learning and is available on GitHub for public experimentation—all for the low price of thirty dollars.

openAI o3-mini: faster, smarter AI for STEM, now free for ChatGPT users. This latest model is targeted at science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields, providing enhanced capabilities while lowering costs and reducing latency. Brought to you free of charge for ChatGPT users, it builds on the advancements of its predecessor while pushing the boundaries for small-scale AI applications.

openAI unveils ChatGPT deep research agent for in-depth AI analysis. The new Deep Research agent is designed for professionals in finance, science, engineering, and policy-making, offering a more analytical approach than traditional chat responses. It supports users researching significant purchases, such as cars and appliances, providing detailed analysis to facilitate informed decisions.

stanford’s virtual lab uses AI agents to advance scientific research. Stanford researchers are utilizing specialized AI agents to simulate collaborations among chemists, biologists, and machine learning experts. This innovative approach has the potential to accelerate breakthroughs across various fields, including medicine, climate science, and engineering.

That wraps up today’s AI Tech News! As the development of artificial intelligence continues to evolve rapidly, it’s crucial to stay informed about the implications for privacy, security, and technological advancements. Keep tuning in and remember: the future is bright for AI, so let’s keep our eyes on the horizon!

DeepSeek Data Breach Sparks Development of Affordable AI Alternatives and Advanced Research Tools

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