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DeepSeek-AI’s Fire-Flyer AI-HPC, Microsoft’s Brain-Inspired AI Design, Fairness in Graph Filtering👋 Hello ,Happy Friday! 🌟Welcome to DataPro #109—Your Weekly Data Science & ML Digest! 🚀This week’s edition is packed with exciting updates! Discover Table-Augmented Generation (TAG) for smarter querying, Vectorlite v0.2.0 for speedy SQL-powered search, Zyphra's Zamba2-mini, and Weaviate's StructuredRAG for reliable AI outputs. Plus, we’ve curated top resources to supercharge your ML models with enhanced accuracy and efficiency!⚡ Tech Tidbits: Fresh Innovations and Tools▪️ AWS: Speed up AI inference with NVIDIA NIM on SageMaker and integrate Amazon Q with GitHub.▪️ Google ML: Explore multimodal search with BigQuery and get the lowdown on Imagen 3 on Vertex AI.▪️ Microsoft Research: Dive into brain-inspired AI design for next-gen tech.📚 Hot Reads from Packt Library▪️ Data Science Fundamentals Pocket Primer: Your essential guide to data science concepts.▪️ Mastering Looker and LookML: Create insightful views, dashboards, and databases.▪️ AI and Expert Systems: Techniques and applications for solving real-world problems.🔍 From Bits to BERT: LLMs & GPTs Spotlight▪️ TAG: Revolutionize database querying with a unified approach.▪️ Vectorlite v0.2.0: Get SQL-powered vector search with speed.▪️ StructuredRAG by Weaviate: Benchmark for reliable JSON outputs in AI.▪️ Cerebras DocChat: Fast, Llama 3-based GPT-4-level QA.▪️ Extension|OS: Open-source tool for on-demand AI access.▪️ AI21 Labs' Jamba 1.5: Quick, high-quality multilingual AI.▪️ LayerPano3D: AI framework for generating 3D scenes from text.▪️ Zyphra's Zamba2-mini: High-performance small language model.▪️ Fairness in Graph Filtering: Framework for better AI fairness.▪️ iAsk AI: Outperforming ChatGPT on MMLU Pro Test.▪️ DeepSeek-AI’s Fire-Flyer AI-HPC: Cost-effective deep learning solution.✨ On the Radar: What’s New & Noteworthy▪️ New LLM Agents: Exploring the latest architecture.▪️ Pandas Power: Advanced plotting techniques.▪️ AWS DeepRacer: Bridging the Sim2Real gap.▪️ MarianMT Translation: Easy language translation with Hugging Face Transformers.▪️ Building Transformers: A guide to training from scratch.▪️ ML Optimization: Top tips for boosting algorithm performance.Enjoy your weekend and stay ahead in the world of data science!DataPro Newsletter is not just a publication; it’s a complete toolkit for anyone serious about mastering the ever-changing landscape of data and AI. Grab your copyand start transforming your data expertise today!Calling Data & ML Enthusiasts!Want to share your insights and build your online reputation? Contribute to our new Packt DataPro column! Discuss tools, share experiences, or ask questions. Gain recognition among 128,000+ data professionals and boost your CV. Simply reply with your Google Docs link or use our feedback form. Whether you’re looking for visibility or a discreet approach, we’re here to support you.Share your content today and engage with our vibrant community! We’re excited to hear from you!Take our weekly survey and get a free PDF copy of our best-selling book,"Interactive Data Visualization with Python - Second Edition."We appreciate your input and hope you enjoy the book!Share Your Insights and Shine! 💬📚Expert Insights from Packt CommunityDid you know? “Books are the quietest, most constant friends, holding the world’s treasured wisdom. They offer gentle guidance and timeless lessons, passing their rich inheritance from one generation to the next.”We’re thrilled to bring you this week’s must-have new releases, straight from the experts to your bookshelf! Whether you're eager to enhance your skills or explore new horizons, now is the perfect moment to add these invaluable resources to your collection.For a limited time, enjoy 30% off all eBooks at Packtpub.com. These books are thoughtfully crafted by industry insiders with hands-on experience, offering unique insights you won’t find anywhere else.Don’t let these Packt-exclusive deals slip away—seize the opportunity to learn from the best at an unbeatable price!Order Today at $41.98 $59.99Data Science Fundamentals Pocket Primer: An Essential Guide to Data Science Concepts and TechniquesBy Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald CampesatoImagine having a go-to guide that gently walks you through the essentials of data science, making complex concepts feel accessible. This book does just that. With a blend of practical exercises and real-world examples, it simplifies the vast world of data science. Here’s what you’ll love:- A clear introduction to data science fundamentals.- Hands-on learning with practical examples.- Mastery of tools like Python, NumPy, Pandas, and R.- Techniques for data visualization to bring your data to life.Whether you're just starting or looking to sharpen your skills, this book is your companion on the journey to mastering data science.Get your copy now for $41.98 (originally $59.99).Order TodayMastering Looker and LookML - Complete Looker Guide for Developers: Master Looker and LookML to create views, dashboards, and databases with this guide [Video]By HHN Automate Book Inc.Embark on a journey to unlock the full potential of Looker with our all-encompassing course. Whether you’re new to Looker or looking to deepen your skills, this course guides you step-by-step through everything you need to know.Here’s what you can expect:- Hands-on tutorials for setting up your environment and connecting data.- In-depth exploration of LookML fields, parameters, and joins.- Advanced techniques for creating and managing impactful dashboards.By the end, you’ll have the confidence to create dynamic, data-driven insights that can drive meaningful decisions in your organization.Get the full video course now for $104.99 (MP4 download available).Order Today at $34.98 $49.99Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems: Techniques and Applications for Problem SolvingBy Mercury Learning and Information ,I. Gupta ,G. NagpalDive into the world of AI with a guide that makes complex concepts approachable and practical. This book is your gateway to mastering AI, offering:- In-depth coverage of AI and expert systems.- Clear explanations paired with real-world applications.- Exploration of advanced topics like neural networks and fuzzy logic.From understanding the basics of AI to applying expert systems and neural networks, this book equips you with the tools to solve real-world problems. Perfect for anyone eager to enhance their knowledge of intelligent systems.Grab your copy now for $34.98 (originally $49.99).🔰 Data Science Tool Kit➤ NicolasHug/Surprise:Python scikit for building recommender systems with explicit rating data, emphasizing experiment control, dataset handling, and diverse prediction algorithms.➤ gorse-io/gorse:Open-source recommendation system in Go, designed for universal integration into online services, automating model training based on user interaction data.➤ recommenders-team/recommenders:Recommenders, a Linux Foundation project, offers Jupyter notebooks for building classic and cutting-edge recommendation systems, covering data prep, modeling, evaluation, optimization, and production deployment on Azure.➤ alibaba/Alink:Alink, developed by Alibaba's PAI team, integrates Flink for ML algorithms. PyAlink supports various Flink versions, maintaining compatibility up to Flink 1.13.➤ RUCAIBox/RecBole:RecBole, built on Python and PyTorch, facilitates research with 91 recommendation algorithms across general, sequential, context-aware, and knowledge-based categories.Access 100+ data tools in this specially curated blog, covering everything from data analytics to business intelligence—all in one place. Check out"Top 100+ Essential Data Science Tools & Repos: Streamline Your Workflow Today!"on PacktPub.com.⚡Tech Tidbits: Stay Wired to the Latest Industry Buzz!AWS ML Made Easy➤ Accelerate Generative AI Inference with NVIDIA NIM Microservices on Amazon SageMaker: The blog details NVIDIA's new NIM Inference Microservices integration with Amazon SageMaker, enabling fast, cost-effective deployment of large language models. It covers the use of prebuilt containers for efficient AI inferencing and provides a guide for setup and evaluation.➤ Connect the Amazon Q Business generative AI coding companion to your GitHub repositories with Amazon Q GitHub (Cloud) connector: This blog explains how incorporating generative AI, like Amazon Q Developer, can boost development productivity by up to 30% and streamline developer tasks. It details integrating Amazon Q Business with GitHub (Cloud) for natural language queries to manage repositories and enhance enterprise operations.Mastering ML with Google➤ Multimodel search using NLP, BigQuery and embeddings: This blog introduces a new era in search with multimodal embeddings, enabling text-based queries for images and videos. It showcases a demo for cross-modal search using Google Cloud Storage and BigQuery, allowing users to search for visual content through text queries.➤ A developer's guide to Imagen 3 on Vertex AI: The blog highlights user feedback on Imagen 3, emphasizing its need for high-quality, versatile image generation. It discusses improvements in artistic style, prompt adherence, and safety features like watermarking. Code examples illustrate creating photorealistic images and rendering text with the model.Microsoft Research Insights➤ Innovations in AI: Brain-inspired design for more capable and sustainable technology. Microsoft Research Asia, in collaboration with multiple institutions, is developing brain-inspired AI models to improve efficiency and sustainability. Key projects include CircuitNet for neural patterns, enhanced spiking neural networks (SNNs) for time-series prediction, and integrating central pattern generators for better sequence processing.🔍From Bits to BERT: Keeping Up with LLMs & GPTs➤ Table-Augmented Generation (TAG): A Unified Method for Improved Database Querying. Researchers from UC Berkeley and Stanford propose Table-Augmented Generation (TAG) to improve natural language queries over databases. TAG enhances query handling by combining query synthesis, execution, and answer generation, outperforming existing methods like Text2SQL and RAG in accuracy and complexity.➤ Vectorlite v0.2.0: Fast, SQL-Powered Vector Search with SQLite Driver. Vectorlite v0.2.0 enhances performance by using Google’s highway library for vector distance, addressing hnswlib’s limitations on SIMD instruction support and vector normalization. The update improves speed significantly, especially on x64 platforms with AVX2, and is now SIMD-accelerated on ARM.➤ StructuredRAG by Weaviate: Benchmark for Reliable JSON Output in AI. The StructuredRAG benchmark evaluates LLMs' ability to generate structured outputs like JSON. Testing Gemini 1.5 Pro and Llama 3 8B-instruct with various prompting strategies revealed an 82.55% success rate on average, with performance varying significantly by task and model.➤ Cerebras DocChat: Llama 3-Based GPT-4-Level QA in Hours. Cerebras has released two models for document-based Q&A: Llama3-DocChat and Dragon-DocChat, trained quickly using Cerebras Systems. Llama3-DocChat builds on Llama 3, while Dragon-DocChat improves on Dragon+ with enhanced recall. Both models and their training data are open-source.➤ Extension|OS: Open-Source Browser Tool for On-Demand AI Access. Extension|OS is a browser extension that integrates AI tools directly into web pages, allowing users to perform tasks like grammar checks and content edits without switching tabs. It features prompt customization, secure API key storage, and enhanced functionality with a Mixture of Agents.➤ AI21 Labs' Jamba 1.5 Models: Speedy, Quality, Multilingual AI. AI21's Jamba 1.5 Open Model Family features the Jamba 1.5 Mini and Large models, built on the SSM-Transformer architecture. They offer the longest context window, exceptional speed, and high quality. Jamba 1.5 models outperform competitors and support extensive enterprise applications.➤ LayerPano3D: AI Framework for Consistent 3D Scene Generation from Text. LayerPano3D introduces a novel framework for generating full-view, explorable panoramic 3D scenes from a single text prompt. By decomposing 2D panoramas into layered 3D representations, it achieves high-quality, consistent views and immersive exploration, surpassing existing methods.➤ Zyphra's Zamba2-mini: Efficient, High-Performance Small Language Model. Zamba2-1.2B improves hybrid SSM-transformer models by adding rotary embeddings and LoRA projectors for depth-specialization, enhancing performance. Developed to optimize model efficiency and accuracy, it’s applicable in real-world scenarios like advanced NLP tasks and code generation.➤ Fairness in Graph Filtering: Framework for Theory and Mitigation Techniques. The paper addresses fairness in GNN-based recommendation systems, which often overlook consumer fairness. It evaluates a new method for adjusting fairness via fair graph augmentation. This approach consistently improves fairness across various GNN models and datasets, advancing recommendation system equity.➤ iAsk Ai Outperforms ChatGPT and Others on MMLU Pro Test: The iAsk Pro model achieved a record 85.85% accuracy on the MMLU-Pro benchmark, surpassing all current LLMs, including GPT-4o, by over 13 percentage points. This dataset, with 12,000 complex questions, tests multi-task language comprehension rigorously. iAsk Pro's performance highlights its advanced reasoning and understanding capabilities, setting a new standard in AI evaluation.➤ Lite Oute 2 Mamba2Attn 250M: 10X More Efficient AI. The Lite Oute 2 Mamba2Attn 250M model, using the new Mamba2 architecture with attention layers, boasts 250 million parameters and achieves high benchmark scores. It was developed for improved efficiency and performance in various tasks, showing enhanced results in multiple evaluations compared to previous models.➤ DeepSeek-AI Launches Fire-Flyer AI-HPC: Cost-Effective Deep Learning Solution. The Fire-Flyer AI-HPC architecture addresses high costs and energy demands in Deep Learning by integrating hardware-software design. With 10,000 PCIe A100 GPUs, it cuts costs by 50% and reduces energy use by 40%, improving scalability and performance.✨On the Radar: Catch Up on What's Fresh➤ Navigating the New Types of LLM Agents and Architectures: The post explores the evolution of AI agents from early ReAct models to the second generation of more structured, efficient agents. It introduces tools and frameworks for building these agents and highlights advancements in design and performance. Key insights include improvements in routing and state management.➤ The Power of Pandas Plots: Backends. The article highlights how Pandas can leverage various visualization backends, such as Matplotlib, Plotly, and Hvplot, to enhance data visualization without extensive retraining. It shows how easy it is to switch between these backends for interactive and efficient plotting, emphasizing Hvplot's ease of use and integration.➤ AWS DeepRacer : A Practical Guide to Reducing The Sim2Real Gap. The article focuses on training the AWS DeepRacer to safely navigate a track. It emphasizes creating a "safe" model that prioritizes staying on the track over speed. Key aspects include setting up the track, designing reward functions, and using a discrete action space. It details iterative training, starting with slower models and gradually increasing speed, to enhance both safety and performance. The final reward function balances staying on the track and adjusting speed for turns, with iterative improvements for increased reliability.➤ How to Translate Languages with MarianMT and Hugging Face Transformers? The article explains how to use MarianMT with Hugging Face Transformers for language translation. It covers installation, model selection, loading, tokenization, and translating text. The guide provides steps for translating to multiple languages and highlights MarianMT’s ease of use and effectiveness.➤ How to Build and Train a Transformer Model from Scratch with Hugging Face Transformers? The Hugging Face Transformers library enables both the use of pre-trained models and the creation of custom transformer models from scratch. This tutorial guides you through setting up, tokenizing data, configuring, and training a transformer for sentiment classification, emphasizing the need for high-performance computing resources.➤ 5 Tips for Optimizing Machine Learning Algorithms: This blog provides key tips for optimizing machine learning algorithms, focusing on data preparation, hyperparameter tuning, cross-validation, regularization, and ensemble methods. 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Microsoft AI Releases Phi 3.5 mini, MoE and Vision with 128K context, Multilingual and MIT License👋 Hello ,Happy Friday! 🌟Welcome toDataPro #108—Your Weekly Data Science & ML Digest! 🚀This week, we’re diving into exciting new advancements, including Snowflake Arctic’s debut on Amazon SageMaker JumpStart, the Jamba 1.5 Model Family on Vertex AI, and Mistral-NeMo-Minitron's game-changing efficiency. Plus, we’ve handpicked top resources for big data processing, extraction, and modeling just for you!⚡Quick Bytes: Stay Ahead of the Curve!AWS Gets a BoostSnowflake Arctic Now on Amazon SageMaker JumpStart:Elevate your models with this latest addition.Optimize with AI:Explore Amazon Redshift Serverless for smarter scaling.Google's ML PowerhouseJamba 1.5 on Vertex AI:Unleash AI21 Labs' latest models.Airflow Mastery:Tackle Apache Airflow with new Cloud Composer updates.📚 Must-Read ResourcesEssential Data Science GuideData Science Fundamentals Pocket Primer: Your go-to manual for key concepts.Unlock Looker’s PotentialMastering Looker and LookML: Become a pro in views, dashboards, and databases.AI Techniques DemystifiedArtificial Intelligence and Expert Systems: Dive deep into problem-solving with AI.🔍LLMs & GPTs: What's New?DaRec FrameworkPlug-and-Play Alignment: Revolutionize your models with DaRec.Tinygrad InsightsSimplified Deep Learning: Experiment with this lightweight framework.NVIDIA’s LatestMistral-NeMo-Minitron: Redefining performance with advanced techniques.Microsoft AI UpdatePhi 3.5 Mini: Multilingual, scalable, and open-source.Innovative ProjectsOpenResearcher: AI-driven research acceleration.DeepSeek-Prover: The new leader in formal theorem proving.E-commerce AdvancementsMarqo Fashion Models: Tailored embeddings for retail success.Compact AI SolutionsAnswer.AI's ColBERT: Faster and smarter search models.✨ Spotlight: What’s TrendingGenAI’s Document Extraction Revolution:Transforming the way we process information.AI-Driven Prosperity:The future of work and universal basic income.Machine Unlearning:A crucial skill for modern data scientists.Protecting Speaker Privacy:New tools for DNN-based speech processing.Azure Cloud Platforms:Building robust data solutions with Azure Landing Zones.Stay inspired and ahead of the curve! 🌐DataPro Newsletter is not just a publication; it’s a complete toolkit for anyone serious about mastering the ever-changing landscape of data and AI. Grab your copyand start transforming your data expertise today!Calling Data & ML Enthusiasts!Want to share your insights and build your online reputation? Contribute to our new Packt DataPro column! Discuss tools, share experiences, or ask questions. Gain recognition among 128,000+ data professionals and boost your CV. Simply reply with your Google Docs link or use our feedback form. Whether you’re looking for visibility or a discreet approach, we’re here to support you.Share your content today and engage with our vibrant community! We’re excited to hear from you!Take our weekly survey and get a free PDF copy of our best-selling book,"Interactive Data Visualization with Python - Second Edition."We appreciate your input and hope you enjoy the book!Share Your Insights and Shine! 🌟💬📚Expert Insights from Packt CommunityDid you know? “Books are the quietest, most constant friends, holding the world’s treasured wisdom. They offer gentle guidance and timeless lessons, passing their rich inheritance from one generation to the next.”We’re thrilled to bring you this week’s hottest new releases, straight from the experts to your bookshelf! Whether you’re aiming to upskill or explore something new, now’s the perfect time to grab these invaluable resources.As a special thank you to our newsletter readers, enjoy an exclusive30% off all eBooks at Packtpub.com.Crafted by industry professionals, these books offer unique insights you won’t find elsewhere.Don’t miss out on these Packt-exclusive deals—your chance to learn from the best at a fantastic price!Data Science Fundamentals Pocket Primer: An Essential Guide to Data Science Concepts and TechniquesBy Mercury Learning and Information, Oswald CampesatoImagine having a go-to guide that gently walks you through the essentials of data science, making complex concepts feel accessible. This book does just that. With a blend of practical exercises and real-world examples, it simplifies the vast world of data science. Here’s what you’ll love:- A clear introduction to data science fundamentals.- Hands-on learning with practical examples.- Mastery of tools like Python, NumPy, Pandas, and R.- Techniques for data visualization to bring your data to life.Whether you're just starting or looking to sharpen your skills, this book is your companion on the journey to mastering data science.Get your copy now for $41.98 (originally $59.99).Mastering Looker and LookML - Complete Looker Guide for Developers: Master Looker and LookML to create views, dashboards, and databases with this guide [Video]By HHN Automate Book Inc.Embark on a journey to unlock the full potential of Looker with our all-encompassing course. Whether you’re new to Looker or looking to deepen your skills, this course guides you step-by-step through everything you need to know.Here’s what you can expect:- Hands-on tutorials for setting up your environment and connecting data.- In-depth exploration of LookML fields, parameters, and joins.- Advanced techniques for creating and managing impactful dashboards.By the end, you’ll have the confidence to create dynamic, data-driven insights that can drive meaningful decisions in your organization.Get the full video course now for $104.99 (MP4 download available).Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems: Techniques and Applications for Problem SolvingBy Mercury Learning and Information ,I. Gupta ,G. NagpalDive into the world of AI with a guide that makes complex concepts approachable and practical. This book is your gateway to mastering AI, offering:- In-depth coverage of AI and expert systems.- Clear explanations paired with real-world applications.- Exploration of advanced topics like neural networks and fuzzy logic.From understanding the basics of AI to applying expert systems and neural networks, this book equips you with the tools to solve real-world problems. Perfect for anyone eager to enhance their knowledge of intelligent systems.Grab your copy now for $34.98 (originally $49.99).🔰 Data Science Tool Kit➤SeldonIO/alibi:Alibi is a Python library focused on machine learning model inspection, offering diverse explanation methods for classification and regression models.➤Trusted-AI/AIX360:AI Explainability 360 offers an open-source Python toolkit for detailed model interpretability across various data types, supporting diverse explanation methods.➤dssg/aequitas:Aequitas is an open-source toolkit for bias auditing and Fair ML, aiding data scientists and researchers in assessing and correcting model biases.➤albermax/innvestigate:iNNvestigate is a Python library providing a unified interface for various methods to analyze neural networks' predictions and understand their internal workings.➤mindsdb/lightwood:Lightwood is an AutoML framework simplifying machine learning pipelines with JSON-AI syntax, allowing customization and automation across diverse data types.Access 100+ data tools in this specially curated blog, covering everything from data analytics to business intelligence—all in one place. Check out"Top 100+ Essential Data Science Tools & Repos: Streamline Your Workflow Today!"on PacktPub.com.⚡Tech Tidbits: Stay Wired to the Latest Industry Buzz!AWS ➤Snowflake Arctic models are now available in Amazon SageMaker JumpStart:Snowflake Arctic Instruct, an enterprise-grade LLM by Snowflake, is now available on Amazon SageMaker JumpStart. It offers exceptional capabilities in SQL querying, coding, and instruction following, optimized for cost-efficiency and performance. The post guides deploying and using the model for enterprise-focused tasks through SageMaker.➤Optimize your workloads with Amazon Redshift Serverless AI-driven scaling and optimization:Amazon Redshift Serverless now features AI-driven scaling, optimizing compute resources based on query complexity, data volume, and more, beyond just query queuing. This enhances performance and cost management, enabling better efficiency in handling varied workloads, as demonstrated through detailed use cases.Google➤Jamba 1.5 Model Family from AI21 Labs is now available on Vertex AI:AI21 Labs has launched the Jamba 1.5 Model Family on Google Cloud's Vertex AI Model Garden. The models, Jamba 1.5 Mini and Jamba 1.5 Large, are designed for enterprise applications like customer service and financial analysis. These models feature a 256K context window, Mamba-Transformer architecture, and advanced developer tools, supporting high-quality, efficient AI solutions on a fully managed infrastructure.➤Apache Airflow hierarchy and alerting options with Cloud Composer:This guide discusses the importance of robust logging and alerting for Google Cloud's managed Airflow service, Cloud Composer. It outlines the alerting hierarchy, explains different alerting options, including log-based alerting policies, and provides sample code to set up alerts for monitoring DAGs and tasks effectively.🔍From Bits to BERT: Keeping Up with LLMs & GPTs➤DaRec: A Novel Plug-and-Play Alignment Framework for LLMs and Collaborative Models.This blog discusses the development and evaluation of DaRec, an innovative framework designed to align large language models (LLMs) with collaborative filtering models in recommender systems. By disentangling representations and employing dual-level structure alignment, DaRec overcomes challenges in integrating LLMs, demonstrating superior performance across various datasets.➤Tinygrad: A Simplified Deep Learning Framework for Hardware Experimentation.This blog discusses Tinygrad, a new deep learning framework designed for simplicity and flexibility, making it easier for developers to experiment with and add support for new hardware accelerators. Despite its simplicity, Tinygrad can run popular models and offers promising potential for innovation.➤MegaAgent: A Practical AI Framework Designed for Autonomous Cooperation in Large-Scale LLM Agent Systems.This blog discusses MegaAgent, a new framework for LLM-powered multi-agent systems (LLM-MA), designed to enhance autonomy and scalability. By enabling dynamic task splitting, parallel execution, and real-time coordination among many agents, MegaAgent overcomes the limitations of traditional sequential models, making it highly effective for complex, large-scale tasks.➤Mistral-NeMo-Minitron 8B Released: NVIDIA's Latest AI Model Redefines Efficiency and Performance Through Advanced Pruning and Knowledge Distillation Techniques.This blog discusses NVIDIA's Mistral-NeMo-Minitron 8B, an advanced large language model created using width-pruning and knowledge distillation. It outperforms similar models in its size class, showcasing impressive efficiency and accuracy, and setting a new standard in natural language processing.➤Microsoft AI Releases Phi 3.5 mini, MoE and Vision with 128K context, Multilingual and MIT License:This blog discusses Microsoft's introduction of three advanced AI models—Phi 3.5 Mini Instruct, Phi 3.5 MoE, and Phi 3.5 Vision Instruct—each designed for specific tasks in natural language processing, multimodal AI, and high-performance computing, showcasing significant advancements in efficiency and capability.➤OpenResearcher: An Open-Source Project that Harnesses AI to Accelerate Scientific Research.This blog discusses the introduction of OpenResearcher, an open-source AI tool designed to assist researchers by offering a unified solution for scientific queries. It outperforms existing industry tools by actively guiding users, leveraging Retrieval-Augmented Generation, and delivering accurate, elaborate answers.➤DeepSeek-AI Open-Sources DeepSeek-Prover-V1.5: A Language Model with 7 Billion Parameters that Outperforms all Open-Source Models in Formal Theorem Proving in Lean 4.This blog discusses DeepSeek-Prover-V1.5, a language model designed to tackle formal theorem proving challenges in systems like Lean and Isabelle. By integrating proof-step and whole-proof generation with advanced techniques like Monte-Carlo tree search, the model significantly improves formal proof generation accuracy and efficiency.➤Marqo Releases Marqo-FashionCLIP and Marqo-FashionSigLIP: A Family of Embedding Models for E-Commerce and Retail.This blog discusses the release of two advanced multimodal models, Marqo-FashionCLIP and Marqo-FashionSigLIP, for fashion search and recommendation. These models improve search accuracy and personalization by merging visual and textual data, outperforming previous models in various benchmarks and offering faster inference times.➤Answer.AI Releases answerai-colbert-small: A Proof of Concept for Smaller, Faster, Modern ColBERT Models.AnswerAI's answerai-colbert-small-v1 is a compact 33 million parameter model that outperforms larger models in multi-vector retrieval tasks. Built on ColBERT architecture and enhanced by JaColBERTv2.5, it excels in out-of-domain generalization, demonstrating impressive efficiency and future compatibility.✨On the Radar: Catch Up on What's Fresh➤Document Extraction Is GenAI’s Killer App:The blog discusses the challenges of understanding and standardizing job titles and seniority from résumés, a task that remained difficult even for LinkedIn's data team. However, large language models like GPT-4 can now easily tackle these tasks, highlighting the potential for LLMs in automating complex document analysis and extraction processes. The author and their cofounder created Docupanda.io to address text extraction challenges from complex documents, offering a solution where existing tools fall short.➤The End of Required Work: Universal Basic Income and AI-Driven Prosperity.The blog discusses the inevitability of AI taking over most jobs, emphasizing the need for society to adapt by implementing solutions like taxing AI work to fund Universal Basic Income (UBI). This approach aims to fairly distribute AI-generated wealth, ensuring societal well-being and avoiding dystopian inequity.➤Learning to Unlearn: Why Data Scientists and AI Practitioners Should Understand Machine Unlearning.The article discusses the widespread digital footprint of over 5.9 billion people, primarily due to social media, and the challenges of data privacy in AI. It introduces concepts like Machine Unlearning and the SISA framework to address privacy concerns by enabling the removal of specific data points from AI models without retraining the entire model.➤Speaker’s Privacy Protection in DNN-Based Speech Processing Tools:This post introduces "Privacy-PORCUPINE," a privacy-preserving technique for speech processing, addressing potential privacy threats from vector quantization in deep neural network bottlenecks. It proposes Space-Filling Vector Quantization (SFVQ) with resampling to ensure equal codebook element occurrences, minimizing private information leakage.➤The Azure Landing Zone for a Data Platform in the Cloud:This post discusses designing a secure Azure cloud infrastructure for data platforms, emphasizing the importance of implementing Azure landing zones, networking, naming conventions, and Infrastructure as Code (IasC) to ensure security and consistency across environments, especially when handling sensitive data.See you next time!*{box-sizing:border-box}body{margin:0;padding:0}a[x-apple-data-detectors]{color:inherit!important;text-decoration:inherit!important}#MessageViewBody a{color:inherit;text-decoration:none}p{line-height:inherit}.desktop_hide,.desktop_hide table{mso-hide:all;display:none;max-height:0;overflow:hidden}.image_block img+div{display:none}sub,sup{line-height:0;font-size:75%} @media (max-width: 100%;display:block}.mobile_hide{min-height:0;max-height:0;max-width: 100%;overflow:hidden;font-size:0}.desktop_hide,.desktop_hide table{display:table!important;max-height:none!important}}