🚀 OpenAI Just Got a Power-Up!

Alright, OpenAI just dropped the ultimate cheat code for building AI agents, and if you’re into automation, this is BIG.

🔹 The Responses API – Think of it as Chat Completions and Assistants API had a baby—and it’s way smarter. This thing automates tool use inside conversations, meaning AI agents can now actually do stuff instead of just chatting.

🔹 Web Search Tool – Yep, AI agents can now Google things mid-conversation. And they’re not just reading random blogs; the search results come with sources (so your AI won’t just make stuff up).

This is like giving your AI agent a brain and a browser at the same time. Devs can now build real agentic applications without duct-taping APIs together. And it’s available right now in preview.

💡 Translation: If you’re into AI automation, you should definitely start playing with this. 🚀

🎬 Sora's Global Premiere: Now Playing in the UK and Europe!

Hold onto your director's chair—OpenAI's Sora has finally hit the UK and Europe, and it's about to shake up the creative scene! 🌍🎥

What's the Buzz?
Sora, OpenAI's AI video generator, lets you whip up 20-second videos from simple text prompts. Imagine typing "a cat surfing in Hawaii" and getting a mini-movie of just that. Initially launched in the US, Sora is now available to ChatGPT subscribers in the UK and Europe.

AI "Slaughterbots": Fiction or Emerging Reality?

The term "Slaughterbots" originates from a 2017 advocacy video that depicts a dystopian future where swarms of autonomous microdrones use facial recognition to assassinate individuals without human intervention. 😒😒 This portrayal has sparked debates about the ethical implications, but also has actually pushed forward potential real-world development of such technologies.​ Since a number of military-focused companies have shown different types of solutions! Like this one!👇😥👇

Manus AI Teams Up with Alibaba's Qwen for Enhanced AI Solutions 🚀

Hold onto your algorithms, folks! There's a new player in town, and it's gunning for the AI crown. Meet Manus AI, the brainchild of Chinese startup Butterfly Effect, which has been making waves by outperforming established models in key benchmarks.

In a move shaking up the AI world, Manus AI has now partnered with Alibaba's Qwen team. This collaboration aims to integrate Manus's functionalities into China's domestic AI models and computing platforms, leveraging Qwen's open-source models. ​

Why This Matters:

• Enhanced Capabilities: By combining forces, Manus AI is set to deliver more efficient and cost-effective AI solutions across various sectors, from finance to healthcare. ​

• Tailored for China: The partnership ensures that Manus's features are optimized for Chinese users, aligning with local needs and infrastructure. ​

• Open-Source Synergy: Both teams are committed to advancing AI innovation through open-source collaboration, potentially setting new industry standards. ​

ChatGPT’s Hidden Superpowers You Need to Know 🧞

Alright, here’s the deal. Everyone’s using ChatGPT for emails, brainstorming, and the occasional “write this so I don’t sound like an idiot” request. But what if I told you this thing is secretly a Swiss Army knife for small but annoying file tasks?

I’m talking about the kind of tasks you’d normally Google for, open some clunky software, or—God forbid—download a shady converter from the depths of the internet. Turns out, ChatGPT can do a ton of these instantly. And most people have no clue.

The one I love the most? Video to GIF conversion. I use BeeHiiv for my newsletter, and it doesn’t support video. The only way to add dynamic content? GIFs. So, instead of opening some heavy video editor, trimming, resizing, exporting, and hoping it works—I just drop the MP4 here, and boom, I have a GIF in seconds. No downloads, no hassle.

And that’s just the start. Here are some other hidden gems you need to know:

MEDIA MAGIC

• 🎥 Video to GIF – Drop an MP4, get a GIF. Perfect for newsletters, memes, or showing a cool product demo.

• 🎵 Extract Audio from Video – Need just the sound from a video? Convert MP4 to MP3 or WAV instantly.

• 🖼️ Resize or Convert Images – PNG to JPEG, JPEG to WEBP, or just compress that 5MB monster down to something shareable.

• 📝 Basic Image Editing – Crop, rotate, or slap some text on an image. No Photoshop needed.

DATA CRUNCHING LIKE A BOSS

• 📊 CSV & Excel Analysis – Upload a spreadsheet, and I can summarize, clean, or analyze it for you. No need to fight with Excel formulas.

• 📈 Generate Charts & Graphs – Want a quick bar chart from your data? Done. The best thing is, you can ask ChatGPT to extract the data and than to plot it!

• 🔄 Convert CSV to JSON/XML – If you’re working with APIs or web stuff, this is a lifesaver.

DOCUMENT WIZARDRY

• 📄 Summarize PDFs – Drop in a report, and I’ll give you the TL;DR.

• 📜 Convert Text Files – TXT to CSV, JSON, or vice versa.

• 🔍 Extract Text from Images (OCR) – Got a screenshot of a document? I can pull out the text for you. If I see a nice Flow Chart image, I ask ChatGPT to extract text and reconstruct my own version in seconds.

FILE JUGGLING

• 📦 ZIP & Unzip Files – Don’t even open WinRAR. I got you.

• 📂 Merge PDFs – Stitch together multiple PDFs into one file for FREE! 💵💵

Most of these tasks take less than a minute, and you don’t have to open a single extra app. Next time you’re about to search for a tool, just drop the file and let ChatGPT handle it.

Seriously, try it. Your future self will thank you. 🚀

How Can AI Remove Problematic Objects from My Image?

Meet Cleanup.pictures, the AI-powered wizard that effortlessly zaps away any unwanted objects, people, text, or defects from your images. Whether you’re a pro photographer, a creative agency, or just someone looking to perfect your personal photos, Cleanup.pictures is your go-to magic wand for visual enhancement.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Using Cleanup.pictures

Step 1: Upload Your Image
Kick things off by heading over to the Cleanup.pictures website and uploading the image you want to retouch. The platform supports a variety of formats, so no worries about compatibility.

We uploaded an image for our newsletter, but it had some text we wanted to remove. This tool is perfect for editing meme pictures too – swap out the original text for your own punchline!

Step 2: Select the Object
Using the super intuitive interface, just click or tap on the object you want to vanish. The advanced AI tech will recognize and highlight the unwanted elements. You can use the free version for smaller resolution edits (720p), but if you need high-res magic, pricing starts at just $3/month.

Step 3: Watch the Magic Happen
With a single click, the AI processes your image, removing the selected object and reconstructing the background with mind-blowing accuracy. What’s left is a clean, flawless photo.

Step 4: Download Your Perfected Image
Once you’re happy with the result, download the edited image in high resolution. It’s ready for anything – from professional portfolios to social media posts.

Unleash Your Creativity

Cleanup.pictures isn’t just for removing blemishes; it’s a tool that supercharges your creativity. Reimagine your photos by eliminating distractions, enhance product shots for e-commerce, or create the perfect profile picture. With Cleanup.pictures, the possibilities are endless.

Experience the future of photo editing today with Cleanup.pictures – where your images are only limited by your imagination. 🚀

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