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WebGPU Gommage Effect: Dissolving MSDF Text into Dust and Petals with Three.js & TSL | Insights by Willow Ventures

WebGPU Gommage Effect: Dissolving MSDF Text into Dust and Petals with Three.js & TSL | Insights by Willow Ventures

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NeuralGCM harnesses AI to better simulate long-range global precipitation | Insights by Willow Ventures

NeuralGCM harnesses AI to better simulate long-range global precipitation | Insights by Willow Ventures

Understanding Cloud Diversity and Its Impact on Weather Modeling Clouds play a crucial role in precipitation, yet their complexity presents significant challenges for accurate weather modeling. This blog delves into these challenges and explores how innovative models like NeuralGCM are tackling them. The Challenge of Cloud Diversity Clouds exist at incredibly small scales—often less than […]

Dynamic surface codes open new avenues for quantum error correction | Insights by Willow Ventures

Dynamic surface codes open new avenues for quantum error correction | Insights by Willow Ventures

Exploring Quantum Error Correction on a Hexagonal Lattice Quantum error correction is crucial for advancing quantum computing. Recent studies reveal that employing a hexagonal lattice can improve error correction efficiency while simplifying the design of quantum processors. The Willow Architecture: A Square Lattice Challenge In our recent work featured in Nature, we delve into the […]

Report reveals that OpenAI's GPT-5.2 model cites Grokipedia | Insights by Willow Ventures

Report reveals that OpenAI’s GPT-5.2 model cites Grokipedia | Insights by Willow Ventures

The Controversy Surrounding OpenAI’s GPT-5.2 Model OpenAI’s GPT-5.2, touted as its “most advanced frontier model for professional work,” has recently come under scrutiny. A report by The Guardian questions the credibility of this model, particularly regarding its sourcing practices. GPT-5.2: A New Era in AI? Released in December 2025, the GPT-5.2 model was designed to […]

Is Outreach a CRM? (2026 Update: What Outreach Really Is) | Insights by Willow Ventures

Is Outreach a CRM? (2026 Update: What Outreach Really Is) | Insights by Willow Ventures

Unleashing the Power of Outreach: An In-Depth Look at This Game-Changing Sales Tool In today’s competitive sales landscape, understanding how to improve engagement is crucial. Outreach is revolutionizing how sales teams execute their strategies, enhancing performance and closing more deals. What Sparked the Creation of Outreach? For Outreach CEO Manny Medina, a pivotal moment emerged […]

Introducing GIST: The next stage in smart sampling | Insights by Willow Ventures

Introducing GIST: The next stage in smart sampling | Insights by Willow Ventures

Understanding Algorithms and Theory: A Comprehensive Guide In the ever-evolving world of technology, algorithms and theoretical foundations play a crucial role in shaping software and systems. This post delves into the essentials of algorithms and their theoretical underpinnings. What Are Algorithms? Algorithms are defined as step-by-step procedures or formulas for solving problems. They are fundamental […]

Next generation medical image interpretation with MedGemma 1.5 and medical speech to text with MedASR | Insights by Willow Ventures

Next generation medical image interpretation with MedGemma 1.5 and medical speech to text with MedASR | Insights by Willow Ventures

Improved Performance for Medical Imaging Use Cases The advancement of medical imaging technology is crucial for accurate diagnostics and treatment. MedGemma is leading the way with its innovative multimodal model, enhancing the interpretation of medical images significantly. Overview of MedGemma’s Capabilities Originally designed to interpret two-dimensional (2D) medical images like chest X-rays, dermatological, fundus, and […]

Microsoft Releases VibeVoice-ASR: A Unified Speech-to-Text Model Designed to Handle 60-Minute Long-Form Audio in a Single Pass | Insights by Willow Ventures

Microsoft Releases VibeVoice-ASR: A Unified Speech-to-Text Model Designed to Handle 60-Minute Long-Form Audio in a Single Pass | Insights by Willow Ventures

Exploring Microsoft’s VibeVoice-ASR: A Cutting-Edge Solution for Speech-to-Text Microsoft has unveiled VibeVoice-ASR, an innovative speech-to-text model that is a part of the VibeVoice family of open-source voice AI models. This powerful tool accepts long-form audio inputs, enabling streamlined transcription processes for various applications. What is VibeVoice-ASR? VibeVoice-ASR is designed to convert speech into text efficiently, […]

Achieving superior intent extraction through decomposition | Insights by Willow Ventures

Achieving superior intent extraction through decomposition | Insights by Willow Ventures

Enhancing User Experience with Multimodal AI Models As artificial intelligence (AI) evolves, it becomes increasingly adept at predicting user needs. To optimize mobile experiences, AI models must accurately understand user interactions, leading to more tailored solutions. Understanding User Intent in Mobile Interactions AI-driven user agents can enhance mobile experiences by anticipating what users are attempting […]