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In today’s email:

• China’s DeepSeek Releases Update to Its R1 Reasoning Model.

• Google Expands Veo 3 Access, Brings AI Video Generation to More Users.

• Opera Unveils Browser Operator: The First Agentic AI Browser.

• Tutorial: How to Set ChatGPT as Your Default Assistant on Android.

• 📢Top AI Tools of the Week

China’s DeepSeek Releases Update to Its R1 Reasoning Model

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has unveiled a new and improved version of its R1 reasoning model—R1-0528. This latest iteration brings significant advancements in coding, math, and general knowledge, rivaling even OpenAI’s o3. However, questions remain about the model’s openness on sensitive topics, especially given China’s strict information controls.

Key Points

• Eligible U.S. startups may receive up to $6,000/month for six months, plus direct mentorship from Meta’s Llama engineers.

• Applicants must be incorporated, U.S.-based, and focused on generative AI development.

• The move comes as Meta delays its top-tier model, Llama 4 Behemoth, and faces scrutiny over benchmarking tactics.

• Meta is investing heavily — over $1B in 2024 on GenAI alone, and $60–80B in AI data centers through 2025.

• With Llama-backed tools projected to generate up to $1.4T by 2035, Meta’s startup push is more than just goodwill — it’s market positioning.

  Source: https://techcrunch.com/2025/05/29/deepseeks-updated-r1-ai-model-is-more-censored-test-finds/

Google Expands Veo 3 Access, Brings AI Video Generation to More Users

Google is broadening the reach of its advanced AI video model, Veo 3, bringing it to more countries and to users of the Gemini mobile app. Starting today, Gemini AI Pro subscribers can generate videos on the go using Veo 3, while Google AI Ultra plan members continue to enjoy priority access. This move underscores Google’s commitment to scaling its generative AI tools globally—now available in 73 countries—and providing users with tools to ensure responsible use of AI-generated content.

key Points

• Veo 3 is now available to Google AI Ultra plan users in the UK and 72 other countries, with plans for even broader international access.

• Gemini AI Pro subscribers can now access Veo 3 directly in the Gemini mobile app, giving them portable video generation capabilities.

• Google is enhancing AI transparency by embedding SynthID watermarks in all AI-generated videos, helping users verify authenticity.

• All videos—except those generated by Ultra users in Flow—will carry a visible watermark to indicate they are AI-generated, promoting responsible use.

• Gemini AI Pro subscribers get a 10-pack of trial video generations to test Veo 3’s capabilities before committing to larger projects.

  
  Source: https://blog.google/products/gemini/veo-3-expansion-mobile/

Opera Unveils Browser Operator: The First Agentic AI Browser

Opera has just made waves in the AI and web-browsing world by launching Browser Operator — a fully agentic AI assistant built into its browser. This powerful new feature can browse the web and complete tasks on your behalf, from shopping to travel planning.

key Points

• Browser Operator can execute real-world tasks on websites, like buying socks, booking hotels, and securing event tickets — all from within the browser.

• Unlike some competitors, Browser Operator runs natively on the user’s device rather than in the cloud, giving users more control and potentially enhancing privacy and security.

• Users can monitor Browser Operator’s actions and intervene at any time, ensuring that AI-driven automation remains transparent and user-friendly.

• Opera joins the crowded agentic AI race, with rivals like OpenAI’s Operator, Arc’s Dia, and Perplexity’s upcoming Comet also vying to redefine the future of AI-augmented browsing.

• It’s unclear if Browser Operator can handle broad, multi-site queries (e.g., finding the cheapest flights across multiple booking sites), highlighting an area for future development.

  
  Source: https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/03/opera-announces-a-new-agentic-feature-for-its-browser/

How to Set ChatGPT as Your Default Assistant on Android

To configure OpenAI’s ChatGPT as your default voice assistant instead of Google Gemini, please follow these steps:

Here’s how:

1. Open the Google Play Store and search for ChatGPT.

2. Navigate to the app description page and scroll to the bottom and tap Join under the “Join the beta” section, and confirm your selection.

   

3. Once enrolled, install the app, then open it and sign in or create an account.

4. Open your device’s Settings and select Apps from the menu.

5. Tap Choose default apps, then select Digital assistant app (the default is usually set to Google).

6. Select Digital assistant app again, and choose ChatGPT from the available options.

7. To launch your assistant, long-press the home button or swipe up from the bottom corner of the screen (depending on whether you’re using gesture navigation or three-button navigation).

Once these steps are completed, ChatGPT will serve as your default voice assistant on Android.

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