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China is ramping up its commitment to artificial intelligence and technological innovation, setting the stage for future industries like biomanufacturing, quantum tech, and 6G, as it pushes for self-reliance and key breakthroughs. Meanwhile, Google is trialing its new "AI Mode" in search, powered by the Gemini 2.0 model, designed to offer nuanced, AI-generated responses.

In the UK, Microsoft’s chief Darren Hardman highlighted a concerning lag in AI strategy among British firms, with a significant number lacking formal plans, resulting in a productivity divide. From a different angle, Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang is optimistic about an impending "robotics era," indicating a surge in AI and robotics initiatives from various companies.

WPP has made a strategic investment in the generative AI startup Stability AI, aiming to leverage its technology for enhanced creative content across mediums. In a cautionary note, Turing Award winners Andrew Barto and Richard Sutton have urged for safer AI practices, warning against the hasty deployment of untested AI models.

Elon Musk’s xAI has launched its new AI model Grok-3, which purportedly surpasses OpenAI's GPT-4 in various benchmarks, further intensifying competition in the AI space. OpenAI has also revealed its latest model, GPT-4.5, marking a significant step in natural language processing advancements.

Reports are highlighting emerging trends in AI for 2025, showcasing the convergence of models and the rise of ethical practices. Insights from MIT Technology Review further detail anticipated advancements and the influence of geopolitical factors on AI research in the coming years.

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