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Learning the language of wearable sensors | Insights by Willow Ventures

Learning the language of wearable sensors | Insights by Willow Ventures

Unlocking the Potential of Wearable Devices with SensorLM Wearable devices like smartwatches and fitness trackers have become integral to our daily health routines, providing a wealth of data about our physical activities. However, understanding the context behind this data is crucial for maximizing its benefits, and that’s where SensorLM steps in. The Data Explosion from […]

Anthropic Launches Claude Sonnet 4.5 with New Coding and Agentic State-of-the-Art Results | Insights by Willow Ventures

Anthropic Launches Claude Sonnet 4.5 with New Coding and Agentic State-of-the-Art Results | Insights by Willow Ventures

Anthropic Launches Claude Sonnet 4.5: A Game Changer for Software Engineering Anthropic has unveiled the Claude Sonnet 4.5, a major update that aims to redefine end-to-end software engineering capabilities and real-world computer interaction. This latest version not only introduces significant features but also maintains the same competitive pricing structure as its predecessor. What’s Actually New […]

The psychological reason brands use the power of association to sell | Insights by Willow Ventures

The psychological reason brands use the power of association to sell | Insights by Willow Ventures

Understanding the Power of Classical Conditioning in Marketing Classical conditioning is a fascinating psychological principle that has powerful implications in marketing. In this blog post, we’ll explore how marketers leverage this phenomenon to create positive associations with their products. The Origins of Classical Conditioning In the 1890s, renowned Russian physiologist Ivan Pavlov observed that his […]

Simulating large systems with Regression Language Models | Insights by Willow Ventures

Simulating large systems with Regression Language Models | Insights by Willow Ventures

Acknowledgements in Research: Acknowledging Contributions In the world of research, recognizing the efforts of collaborators and supporters is crucial. This acknowledgment highlights the important contributions made by various individuals and teams that helped shape our findings. Key Contributors This research was spearheaded by core team members Yash Akhauri from Cornell University and Google Research, Bryan […]

What 100+ marketers told us about growth and job security | Insights by Willow Ventures

What 100+ marketers told us about growth and job security | Insights by Willow Ventures

Navigating the Non-Linear Marketing Career Path In today’s unpredictable job market, many marketers are rethinking their career paths. A recent survey revealed a significant trend: non-linear career trajectories have become commonplace in the marketing industry. Understanding the Job Market Landscape Marketers Seeking New Opportunities Research indicates that 69% of marketers have explored new job opportunities […]

A state-of-the-art machine learning engineering agent | Insights by Willow Ventures

A state-of-the-art machine learning engineering agent | Insights by Willow Ventures

Limitations of Current Machine Learning Engineering Agents and the Rise of MLE-STAR Machine Learning Engineering (MLE) agents have shown promise in optimizing machine learning workflows, but several significant limitations hinder their effectiveness. In this post, we explore the shortcomings of existing MLE agents and introduce MLE-STAR, a groundbreaking solution that overcomes these challenges. Limitations of […]

The AI services transformation may be harder than VCs think | Insights by Willow Ventures

The AI services transformation may be harder than VCs think | Insights by Willow Ventures

How Venture Capitalists Are Leveraging AI to Transform Services Industries Venture capitalists are discovering a groundbreaking investment strategy: using AI to enhance the profitability of traditionally labor-intensive service businesses. By acquiring mature firms and automating their operations, VCs aim to create a ripple effect that generates improved cash flows and facilitates further acquisitions. The Rise […]

Gemini Robotics 1.5: DeepMind’s ER↔VLA Stack Brings Agentic Robots to the Real World | Insights by Willow Ventures

Gemini Robotics 1.5: DeepMind’s ER↔VLA Stack Brings Agentic Robots to the Real World | Insights by Willow Ventures

Exploring Gemini Robotics 1.5: A Leap in AI-Powered Robotics In a significant advancement for robotics, Google DeepMind’s Gemini Robotics 1.5 demonstrates an innovative approach toward integrating AI capabilities in autonomous systems. By dividing embodied intelligence into two models, this framework enhances both reasoning and motion transfer across different robots. What Is the Gemini Robotics Stack? […]

AI search is forcing businesses to diversify their channel strategy: Here’s why | Insights by Willow Ventures

AI search is forcing businesses to diversify their channel strategy: Here’s why | Insights by Willow Ventures

Navigating the Changing Landscape of Content Visibility: Embracing AI Search Optimization In today’s digital landscape, you may notice a disconnect between increased content visibility and decreased website traffic. Over half of Google searches end without a click, as many consumers now turn to AI-powered solutions for instant information. The Reality of Modern Content Discovery As […]

Enhancing the foundation of genomic research | Insights by Willow Ventures

Enhancing the foundation of genomic research | Insights by Willow Ventures

Unlocking the Secrets of the Genome: Introducing DeepPolisher Understanding heredity, disease, and evolution hinges on the intricacies of the genome, which is comprised of nucleotides—specifically, the bases A, T, G, and C. Accurately reading and assembling these sequences is pivotal, yet challenging due to their minuscule scale. The Challenge of Genome Sequencing DNA sequencers play […]

Research insights on a “wayfinding” AI agent based on Gemini | Insights by Willow Ventures

Research insights on a “wayfinding” AI agent based on Gemini | Insights by Willow Ventures

Enhancing Health Information Access with Context-Seeking AI Navigating online health information can often be overwhelming and impersonal for medical patients. With the rise of advanced AI technology, there’s hope for a more tailored and engaging approach to health information. The Challenge of Online Health Information Patients today are bombarded with a vast amount of generic […]

How to Build an Intelligent AI Desktop Automation Agent with Natural Language Commands and Interactive Simulation? | Insights by Willow Ventures

How to Build an Intelligent AI Desktop Automation Agent with Natural Language Commands and Interactive Simulation? | Insights by Willow Ventures

Building an Advanced AI Desktop Automation Agent in Google Colab In this blog post, we will guide you through creating an advanced AI desktop automation agent that functions seamlessly within Google Colab. This innovative agent interprets natural language commands and simulates various desktop tasks, laying the groundwork for efficient automation. What You’ll Build This tutorial […]

Sakana AI Released ShinkaEvolve: An Open-Source Framework that Evolves Programs for Scientific Discovery with Unprecedented Sample-Efficiency | Insights by Willow Ventures

Sakana AI Released ShinkaEvolve: An Open-Source Framework that Evolves Programs for Scientific Discovery with Unprecedented Sample-Efficiency | Insights by Willow Ventures

ShinkaEvolve: Revolutionizing Program Evolution with AI Sakana AI has unveiled ShinkaEvolve, a groundbreaking open-source framework designed to leverage large language models (LLMs) as mutation operators in a unique evolutionary loop. This innovative approach not only accelerates the evolution of programs for scientific and engineering challenges but also significantly reduces the number of evaluations needed for […]

OpenAI Releases ChatGPT 'Pulse': Proactive, Personalized Daily Briefings for Pro Users | Insights by Willow Ventures

OpenAI Releases ChatGPT ‘Pulse’: Proactive, Personalized Daily Briefings for Pro Users | Insights by Willow Ventures

Introducing ChatGPT Pulse: A Game Changer in AI Assistance OpenAI has unveiled ChatGPT Pulse, an innovative feature providing personalized, research-backed updates every morning. Currently in preview for $200/month Pro subscribers on mobile, Pulse transforms ChatGPT from a reactive chatbot into a proactive assistant. What is ChatGPT Pulse? Pulse leverages user data—like recent conversations and long-term […]

Winning Fortune 500 IT deals with ABM | Insights by Willow Ventures

Winning Fortune 500 IT deals with ABM | Insights by Willow Ventures

Unlocking the Power of Account-Based Marketing (ABM) In today’s competitive landscape, Account-Based Marketing (ABM) has emerged as an essential strategy for organizations aiming to focus their marketing efforts on high-value accounts rather than casting a wide net. This strategic approach fosters collaboration between marketing and sales, setting the stage for sustainable growth and increased revenue. […]