Cohere Launches the “Most Powerful LLM for Enterprises”
Plus: OpenAI doubles down on AI customization, Apple shifts focus to home robots
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Welcome to the 247th edition of The AI Edge newsletter. This edition explores Cohere’s latest LLM, Command R+, for enterprises.
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In today’s edition:
🏢 Cohere launches the “most powerful LLM for enterprises”
🧰 OpenAI doubles down on AI model customization
🏠 Will personal home robots be Apple’s next big thing?
💡 Knowledge Nugget: When Will the GenAI Bubble Burst? by
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Cohere launches the “most powerful LLM for enterprises”
Cohere has announced the release of Command R+, its most powerful and scalable LLM to date. Designed specifically for enterprise use cases, Command R+ boasts several key features:
Advanced Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) to access and process vast amounts of information, improving response accuracy and reliability.
Support for ten business languages, enabling seamless operation across global organizations.
Tool Use feature to automate complex workflows by interacting with various software tools.
Moreover, Command R+ outperforms other scalable models on key metrics while providing strong accuracy at lower costs.
The LLM is now available through Cohere's API and can be deployed on various cloud platforms, including Microsoft Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
Why does this matter?
As one of the first "enterprise-hardened" LLMs optimized for real-world use cases, Command R+ could shape how companies operationalize generative AI across their global operations and product lines. Similar to how Robotic Process Automation (RPA) transformed back-office tasks, Command R+ could significantly improve efficiency and productivity across diverse industries. Additionally, availability on Microsoft Azure and upcoming cloud deployments make it readily accessible to businesses already using these platforms, which could lower the barrier to entry for implementing gen AI solutions.
OpenAI doubles down on AI model customization
OpenAI is making significant strides in AI accessibility with new features for its fine-tuning API and an expanded Custom Models program. These advancements give developers greater control and flexibility when tailoring LLMs for specific needs.
The fine-tuning AP includes:
Epoch-based checkpoint creation for easier retraining
A playground for comparing model outputs
Support for third-party integration
Hyperparameters adjustment directly from the dashboard
The Custom Models program now offers assisted fine-tuning with OpenAI researchers for complex tasks and custom-trained models built entirely from scratch for specific domains with massive datasets.
Why does this matter?
This signifies a significant step towards more accessible and powerful AI customization. Previously, fine-tuning required technical expertise and large datasets. Now, with OpenAI's assisted programs, organizations can achieve similar results without needing in-house AI specialists, potentially democratizing access to advanced AI capabilities.
Will personal home robots be Apple’s next big thing?
Apple is reportedly venturing into personal robotics after abandoning its self-driving car project and launching its mixed-reality headset. According to Bloomberg’s sources, the company is in the early stages of developing robots for the home environment.
Two potential robot designs are mentioned in the report. One is a mobile robot that can follow users around the house. The other is a stationary robot with a screen that can move to mimic a person's head movements during video calls. Apple is also considering robots for household tasks in the long term.
The project is being spearheaded by Apple's hardware and AI teams under John Giannandrea. Job postings on Apple's website further support its commitment to robotics, highlighting its search for talent to develop "the next generation of Apple products" powered by AI.
Why does this matter?
If Apple does release personal home robots, it could mainstream consumer adoption and create new use cases, as the iPhone did for mobile apps and smart assistants. Apple’s brand power and integrated ecosystem could help tackle key barriers like cost and interoperability that have hindered household robotics so far.
It could also transform homes with mobile AI assistants for tasks like elderly care, household chores, entertainment, and more. This may spur other tech giants to double down on consumer robotics.
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Knowledge Nugget: When Will the GenAI Bubble Burst?
In a recent newsletter post,
predicts that the Generative AI bubble may burst within the next 12 months if issues such as reliability, hallucination, data leakage, and security are not substantially addressed. He cites recent surveys and financial data suggesting that the industry's current revenue is not sustainable compared to the massive investments being made. Plus, customers are hesitant to adopt generative AI for production use due to concerns around security and reliability.Marcus believes that unless a groundbreaking GPT-5 model, or say, the ‘’killer app’ is released, this year, addressing the aforementioned issues and providing a true quantum leap in performance, the hype surrounding GenAI may dissipate by next year.
However, he acknowledges that GenAI will still find some use, but valuations and excitement may decline until genuine advances are made to resolve fundamental problems like hallucinations and lack of reasoning capabilities inherent to current language models.
Why does this matter?
If Gary’s prediction is correct, the potential bursting of the GenAI bubble would serve as a wake-up call. It would highlight the need for a balanced and responsible development approach that prioritizes practical applications, transparency about limitations, tightened security, and a combination of AI with other software for more robust and ethical systems.
What Else Is Happening❗
📈S&P Global launches AI benchmarking tool
S&P Global has launched S&P AI Benchmarks by Kensho, a groundbreaking tool that evaluates the performance of LLMs in complex financial and quantitative applications. This solution aims to set a new industry standard and promote transparency in AI adoption within the financial sector. (Link)
🤝Waymo and Uber partner for autonomous food delivery in Phoenix
Waymo and Uber have teamed up to launch autonomous Uber Eats deliveries in Phoenix using Waymo's self-driving vehicles. The service will initially cover select merchants in Chandler, Tempe, and Mesa. Customers can opt out during checkout if they prefer a human courier and will receive instructions for retrieving their order from the autonomous vehicle upon arrival. (Link)
🔍Storyblocks integrates AI for smarter search
Storyblocks has integrated OpenAI's LLM into its search engine to improve search accuracy for complex queries. Coupled with algorithms analyzing content performance and user engagement, the AI-driven search adapts to provide fresh, high-quality content. Storyblocks also uses machine learning to optimize thumbnails, prioritize representation, and suggest complementary assets, streamlining the creative process. (Link)
🚀Hercules AI streamlines enterprise AI app development
Hercules AI has introduced a new "assembly line" approach for rapid deployment of AI assistants in enterprises. The pre-configured components allow companies to develop cost-effective, scalable AI agents. Plus, their RosettaStoneLLM, built on Mistral-7B and WizardCoder-13B, outperforms competitors by converting data for internal AI workflows. (Link)
🤖Yum Brands embraces AI across restaurants
Yum Brands, the parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell, is infusing AI into every aspect of its restaurant operations. From voice AI taking drive-thru orders to an AI-powered "SuperApp" for staff, Yum aims to elevate customer experiences and streamline processes. The AI-driven initiatives include personalized promotions, predictive ordering, and even AI-assisted cooking instructions. (Link)
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