Claude launches first hybrid LLM

Hi everyone,

Claude gets a leg-up on OpenAI, creating a unified model that does both reasoning and regular text generation. Also, we have yet another reasoning model - this time from a different Chinese company (Alibaba).

Finally, we have a partner that mixes AI with task management and planning: BeforeSunset AI.

Let’s get right into it.

In this issue:

• 🤿Deep Dive: Anthropic unveils Claude 3.7 Sonnet AI

• 👁️ In Focus: BeforeSunset AI: AI that plans and gets things done

• 🤿Deep Dive: Alibaba bets big on AI with QwQ-Max

• 🖼️AI Art: Examples of great and trending AI art

• ⚒️Tool Snapshots: Tools for AI, no-code, and productivity

• 📰Top News: News on AI, no-code, and productivity

🤿 DEEP DIVE

Anthropic Launches Claude 3.7 Sonnet and Claude Code, A New Era in AI-Coding Integration

Intelligence: Anthropic has unveiled its most advanced AI model, Claude 3.7 Sonnet, which introduces hybrid reasoning capabilities that enable both rapid responses and in-depth thinking, alongside a new tool, Claude Code, designed for enhanced coding collaboration.

• Claude 3.7 Sonnet is the first hybrid reasoning AI model, capable of producing quick replies or engaging in detailed problem-solving. It showcases significant improvements in coding and web development tasks.

• Claude Code is a command-line tool that allows developers to delegate complex coding tasks to Claude, significantly reducing time spent on manual coding.

• Claude 3.7 Sonnet is accessible across various plans (Free, Pro, Team, and Enterprise) and through APIs on major platforms like Amazon and Google Cloud.

• Early tests show Claude 3.7 Sonnet outperforms competitors in real-world coding scenarios and has been praised for its efficiency in handling codebases and full-stack updates.

• Extensive testing has been conducted to ensure the safety and reliability of Claude 3.7 Sonnet, with improvements in the model's ability to discern harmful requests.

👁️IN FOCUS

Struggling to turn your goals into reality?

Meet BeforeSunset AI — your AI-powered planning assistant that doesn’t just organize tasks but helps you get them done.

✅ AI-generated action plans — turn ideas into structured, achievable steps

✅ Smart scheduling — adapts to your workflow and calendar in real-time

✅ Distraction-free work mode — custom AI environments to keep you focused

✅ More than a to-do list — AI that plans AND executes with you

🤿 DEEP DIVE

Alibaba Unveils QwQ-Max to Compete in AI Reasoning Space

Intelligence: Alibaba has introduced its new reasoning model, QwQ-Max, aiming to compete with major players like OpenAI and DeepSeek, and marking a significant investment in AI technology with a commitment of $53 billion over the next three years.

• QwQ-Max-Preview is now available for free on the Qwen chatbot website, showcasing Alibaba's latest developments in AI reasoning.

• The Qwen team aims to create a model that mimics human cognitive processes, enhancing decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.

• Alibaba plans to open-source the QwQ-Max model and the base version of Qwen 2.5 Max, in response to the growing demand for accessible AI solutions.

• The launch comes alongside DeepSeek's initiative to make several code repositories publicly available, indicating a competitive landscape focused on transparency and collaboration.

• Major Chinese tech firms, including Alibaba, Tencent, and ByteDance, have ramped up orders for Nvidia's H20 AI chips, reflecting a surge in AI-driven projects.

🖼️ AI ART

Examples of great and trending AI art

Eastern-Ad-4903 used MidJourney, with ChatGPT-assisted prompts, to create these stunning futuristic artificial islands. A sample of the prompt used is below:

“A futuristic artificial island in the middle of the ocean, a tourism city with towering skyscraper hotels, luxury shopping malls, modern art galleries, and a vibrant beachfront. The district is filled with colorful neon lights and cutting-edge architecture. Cinematic lighting, High-detailed, Bird's eye-view. --ar 16:9 --stylize 300”

⚒️ TOOL SNAPSHOTS

Futuristic tools within AI, no-code, and productivity

• ⌨️ Simplehuman - Optimize Gmail with advanced shortcuts and commands. Free to try.

• 📅 Joi Planner - Streamline daily tasks with a unified timeline. Free to use.

• 💡 Omniflow - AI-powered solution for swift product development lifecycle. Free to try.

• 🌙 Dotomo - Transforming night thoughts into actionable, boosted productivity. Free to use.

• 🖥️ Sublime Todo - Streamlined, efficient task management for macOS. Free to use.

• 🤖 Genlogin - Effortlessly automate tasks and safeguard accounts with no-code. Free option available.

📰 TOP NEWS

News on AI, no-code, automation, and productivity

🎬 Luma Labs Adds AI-Generated Audio to Dream Machine

Luma Labs' Dream Machine now lets users add AI-generated sound to their videos, either automatically or based on a text prompt, enhancing the experience with matching audio effects.

🖥️ Perplexity Announces AI-Powered Web Browser Comet

Perplexity is developing its own web browser, Comet, aiming to expand its AI-powered search experience. A sign-up list is now open, though details on its release remain unknown.

🗣️ Microsoft Expands Free Access to Copilot Voice and Think Deeper

Microsoft is now offering unlimited use of Copilot's Voice and Think Deeper features to all users, removing previous limits for free-tier access. Copilot Pro subscribers will still get priority access during peak times and exclusive AI features.

⚖️ Chegg Sues Google Over AI Search Summaries

Chegg has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Google, claiming its AI-generated search summaries have reduced traffic and revenue by using its content without compensation. The company warns the issue affects the broader digital publishing industry and student access to quality learning resources.

📩 AI to Review Federal Workers’ Job Reports

Federal employees were asked to submit weekly work summaries, with responses expected to be analyzed by an AI system to assess job necessity. The directive, linked to efforts to cut the federal workforce, has sparked legal and union challenges.

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