Google officially announced that Gemini subscribers can create custom chatbots called 'Gem'. These bots can serve as fitness partners, cooking assistants, writing editors, and more, tailored to individual needs. Users simply need to describe the commands to give the bots a unique personality and expertise. This feature was first showcased at Google's I/O conference in May, such as creating a knowledgeable, friendly, and casual Gem to help plan a garden. Ready-made Gems include learning coaches, creative brainstorming, career guidance, programming partners, and editors. This feature is available for Geminis.

Zyphra has launched the Zamba2-2.7B language model, which is a milestone in the small language model domain. Its performance and efficiency have significantly improved, with a training dataset size of around 30 trillion tokens, reducing resource requirements during inference and making it an efficient solution for mobile applications. Key highlights include a twofold increase in response generation speed, a 27% reduction in memory usage, and a 1.29 times decrease in generation latency, particularly suited for applications requiring real-time interaction, such as virtual assistants and chatbots.

Samsung Electronics has announced the acquisition of the UK-based AI startup Oxford Semantic Technologies to enhance its competitiveness in the field of artificial intelligence. Oxford Semantic Technologies is renowned for its knowledge graph technology, which is akin to human thinking, organizing data into interconnected networks for rapid information retrieval and personalized recommendations. The company's flagship product, RDFox, is hailed as one of the world's fastest knowledge graph and se

Mercedes-Benz showcases the new MB.OS operating system at CES 2024, providing a smarter automotive experience. The MBUX Virtual Assistant utilizes generative AI for more natural and personalized voice interactions. The system updates include 3D navigation, collaboration with audio systems, and other features, making MB.OS a powerful smart assistant. MB.OS is first implemented in the Mercedes-Benz CLA series and will gradually be rolled out to other models, reflecting the automotive industry's focus on intelligence and smart technology.

Mercedes-Benz will unveil the MBUX Virtual Assistant, integrated with artificial intelligence technology, at CES 2024, providing drivers with a personalized control and interaction experience. The new virtual assistant uses natural language interaction, allowing drivers to communicate with their vehicles in a human-like manner. This technology will be gradually applied to Mercedes-Benz's passenger car lineup, defining the future of digital luxury experience. The MBUX Virtual Assistant is regarded as the next generation of Mercedes-Benz's multimedia system, aiming to deliver unprecedented personalized services. Mercedes-Benz stated that the launch of this feature is a step towards achieving a smart MBUX virtual assistant.

Air India has successfully deployed the generative AI virtual assistant 'Maharaja', becoming the first airline in the world to adopt this technology. 'Maharaja' manages a wide range of customer queries across 1,300 domains, including flight status and baggage allowances. It processes over 6,000 queries daily, successfully answering more than 80% of questions, thereby enhancing customer service efficiency. The new AI chatbot will reduce manual intervention, allowing human agents to handle more complex interactions.

NatWest and IBM have announced improvements to the bank's virtual assistant, Cora. The introduction of generative AI features will provide customers with more information through conversational interactions. The bank will be among the first in the UK to deploy a generative AI virtual assistant in its digital services.

Various educational institutions and tech companies will be influenced by AI technology to provide more convenient services for students. AI applications in educational settings include smart content, virtual assistants, and adaptive learning. The smart content market is expected to grow the fastest, reaching 37.8%. Countries like Singapore are promoting the use of AI in education to provide personalized suggestions. Language learning apps use AI chatbots to assist in learning.