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A first look at ChatGPT's new web search

What happens when you ask AI to describe something it doesn't know? Hallucinations. That’s what I found when I asked the old version of ChatGPT about inkubatour.ch. Then, I tried the latest version—with augmented Web search. The result? Accurate, timely, and real. This morning I run an experiment with ChatGPT's new Web Search functionality. First I asked the prior version to describe our inkubatour.ch program. Here is the original information on the Web:  I kept it simple, typing: "Write an extended description of the inkubatour.ch program." intor the o1-preview version of ChatGPT. And then I watched as it produced a response that was mostly incorrect. Instead of giving me a straightforward, factual description, the AI dove into an elaborate story about entrepreneurship, mentorship, and workshops—all with colorful but largely fictional details. It was a hallucination, a well-crafted collection of non-existent facts. I couldn't help but laugh:  In the meantime, I h
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ChatGPT o1 “thinks” and explains how it does

My first encounter with ChatGPT 01-preview this morning has been another glimpse into AI-assisted learning and professional development.  ChatGPT 01-preview is currently available through OpenAI's subscription-based service.  Its ability to 'think' and explain surprised me. While there are limitations to consider, the benefits it brings to personalized learning and critical thinking are evident. Embracing this technology could be another significant step forward in how we teach, learn, and analyze information.  I started by asking ChatGPT to summarize the first book I saw this morning on my shelve when waking up:  The Ad-Free Brand by Chris Grams  - see the experiment below. The AI explained how companies can build authentic brands without relying on traditional advertising. By focusing on community engagement, user-generated content, and authenticity, businesses can foster organic growth.  Next, I extended the book’s ideas by applying the ad-free concept to tourism, crea
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L'Intelligence Artificielle Décélérée

L'intelligence artificielle (IA) se positionne comme un levier de transformation significatif dans les domaines économiques, sociaux et professionnels. Il est essentiel de réévaluer non seulement les usages courants de l'IA, mais aussi les objectifs qui lui sont assignés. Dans un contexte où la rapidité et l'efficacité sont souvent seules valorisées, il devient nécessaire de replacer ces technologies dans un cadre plus large, où la qualité, la durabilité et l'humain occupent une place centrale. L'IA ne devrait pas être vue uniquement comme un outil d'optimisation, mais comme une composante intégrée d'un système global. Cette perspective ouvre la voie à une redéfinition des paradigmes du travail, de la production et de l'innovation, en explorant des concepts tels que celui de l'« IA décélérée ».  Repenser les processus productifs grâce à l'IA L'intégration de l'IA dans le monde du travail ne doit pas se limiter à la simple substitution des
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Dear spreadsheet...

... please explain yourself, make a graph from the data, interprete it and summarize everything in a short blog post. Generated with Midjourney. When I explained to my colleagues a few weeks ago that this scenario would very soon become reality, they said, "Dream on..." Now, it's here, dear colleagues! Yes, with ChatGPT 4o, it is reality. In the experiment at the end of this post , I just experienced how this tool can analyze complex data sets and produce insightful visualizations. It effortlessly transformed raw data on tourism's economic impact and employment into clear, understandable trends. Using ChatGPT 4o, I generated a comprehensive analysis that highlights key trends and insights, demonstrating the tool's capability to turn data into actionable knowledge. The process was based on one single prompt, seamless, making complex data analysis accessible and understandable. This is not just a dream—it's a reality that enhances our ability to make informed
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