In this listener-favourite format, Max and Jo review and reflect on the biggest AI launches in 2024. 2024 was a massive year of AI innovation across the board, with companies raising a staggering $38 billion in funding.
OpenAI led the charge with its revolutionary o1 model, designed to “think before it acts” through chain-of-thought reasoning. Unlike traditional generative AI, o1 tackles multi-step, complex problems with human-like accuracy, excelling in benchmarks like the International Mathematics Olympiad and GPQA. This breakthrough signals the dawn of agentic AI systems, paving the way for billions of autonomous agents in ecommerce, personal productivity, and specialized roles like software engineers or lawyers.
Anthropic expanded its Claude lineup with Haiku, Sonnet, and Opus models, each tailored for speed, balance, and advanced reasoning, respectively. The launch of Claude Artifacts and Projects introduced a collaborative digital workspace, while Anthropic Agents enabled AI systems to operate computers autonomously, revolutionizing automation workflows. Google’s NotebookLM, powered by Gemini 1.5, emerged as a standout productivity tool, capable of summarizing and connecting insights across diverse content formats. Its Audio Overview feature further elevated learning by transforming materials into engaging, on-the-go discussions.
Tech giants Amazon and Walmart also made strides in AI-powered retail. Amazon's Rufus, a personal shopping assistant, streamlined product recommendations and price tracking, while Walmart unveiled Wallaby, a sophisticated AI model leveraging decades of customer data to enhance online and in-store shopping. Meanwhile, OpenAI’s SearchGPT brought a new AI-driven search experience, Voice introduced natural speech synthesis, and SORA redefined video creation with AI-generated clips. Together, these innovations mark a transformative year for AI, reshaping industries and everyday experiences alike.
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