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xAI releases Grok 3B, a smaller, distilled version of Grok 3
xAI launched Grok 3B, a compact version of its Grok 3 model, designed for efficiency while maintaining high performance in answering complex queries. Available on X and xAI’s API, it targets developers and users needing cost-effective AI solutions. The release strengthens xAI’s position in the competitive AI landscape. - BBC
AI tools from Google, LinkedIn, and Salesforce can help you find your next job
Google, LinkedIn, and Salesforce offer AI-driven tools like Google’s AI-powered job search, LinkedIn’s skill-matching algorithms, and Salesforce’s Agentforce to streamline job hunting. These tools analyze resumes, match candidates to roles, and provide personalized career advice, transforming the job market. However, concerns persist about over-reliance on AI in hiring fairness. - Fast Company
AI Agents Are Learning How to Collaborate. Companies Need to Work With Them.
AI agents are evolving to collaborate like human teams, handling complex tasks in customer service and project management, as seen in Salesforce’s Agentforce platform. Companies must adapt workflows to integrate these agents, balancing automation with human oversight. This shift could redefine workplace dynamics but raises questions about accountability. - The Wall Street Journal
Powering the future: How Google.org is helping electrical workers navigate AI
Google.org is funding AI training for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, equipping 2,000 workers with skills to use AI tools like predictive maintenance systems. The initiative aims to future-proof jobs in energy and construction, addressing automation’s impact. It reflects a broader push to align AI with workforce development. - Google Blog
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