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AI’s Global Expansion: What You Need to Know
From weather predictions to billion-dollar data centers—this week’s AI headlines.

Hello AI Innovators.
Another week, another wave of AI headlines that actually matter—from OpenAI’s operator upgrade to Microsoft’s weather-predicting model and a bold claim from Anthropic’s CEO.
But here’s the thing: it’s not just about what they’re building—it’s about what you do with it.
Let’s dive in! 🚀
In today’s newsletter ⬇️
🧰 4 tools to make your AI stack faster and lighter
🤖 OpenAI Upgrades the AI Model Powering Its Operator Agent
🤔 Microsoft’s Aurora AI Can Predict Typhoons and Air Quality
📚 Smart resources you’ll actually us
💬 Prompt of the Day — built to help you build faster
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The News: East Meets West
News from The WEST 👈:
🧠 OpenAI Upgrades the AI Model Powering Its Operator Agent
OpenAI has integrated its new o3 model into the Operator agent, boosting reasoning capabilities and safety.
Why it matters: OpenAI is strengthening its core AI systems to handle complex queries more securely, a critical step in building trusted AI agents.
🔗 Read more🌪️ Microsoft’s Aurora AI Can Predict Typhoons and Air Quality
Microsoft unveiled Aurora, an AI model that forecasts weather patterns like typhoons, hurricanes, and air quality with impressive accuracy.
Why it matters: Aurora could revolutionize disaster preparedness and environmental monitoring, outpacing traditional forecasting systems.
🔗 Read more🤖 Anthropic CEO Claims AI Models Hallucinate Less Than Humans
Anthropic’s CEO Dario Amodei argues that modern AI models hallucinate less frequently than humans—and that hallucinations won’t stop progress toward AGI.
Why it matters: A bold claim that challenges critics, positioning AI models as increasingly reliable for high-stakes tasks.
🔗 Read more
News from The EAST 👉:
🌏 South Korea’s Presidential Candidates Promise to Boost AI Economy
In the lead-up to elections, candidates in South Korea are pledging investments in AI R&D, startups, and policies to strengthen AI infrastructure.
Why it matters: South Korea is positioning itself as a major player in the global AI race, a move that could reshape talent and funding flows in Asia.
🔗 Read more🚀 SoftBank and OpenAI Announce Stargate UAE AI Data Center Project
SoftBank, OpenAI, and partners are building ‘Stargate UAE,’ a mega-scale AI data center in Abu Dhabi, set to go live in 2026.
Why it matters: This project cements the UAE as a rising hub for AI infrastructure, with potential ripple effects across the Middle East.
🔗 Read more🇨🇳 Huawei’s AI Servers Show Progress Despite US Sanctions
Huawei has unveiled new AI servers, highlighting technical advancements in China’s AI sector despite ongoing US restrictions.
Why it matters: Huawei’s progress signals China’s determination to build self-reliant AI hardware ecosystems, challenging Western dominance.
🔗 Read more

🔍Google’s Watching. These Search Engines Don’t

Think Google’s just a search engine? Think again.
Every time you Google something, you leave behind a breadcrumb trail—your clicks, your location, your interests—all vacuumed up for ads and profit.
But here’s the good news: you can opt out of this data trap.
No-tracking search engines like Startpage, Brave Search, and Kagi promise a different deal—no tracking, no profiling, no creepy ads following you around.
But how do they really compare to Google? Are they as safe as they claim, or just another marketing gimmick? And do you have to sacrifice usability for privacy?
We’ve got the answers in this week’s deep-dive. Learn how no-tracking search engines work, where they fall short, and why switching might be the smartest online habit you adopt this year.
💡 Curious if it’s time to ditch Google?
How do you feel about Google tracking your data? |


Write a Cold DM Pitch That Actually Gets Replies
Prompt:
“Write a cold DM pitch to a creator who just had a Reel hit 200K+ views. Your service helps repurpose their viral content into LinkedIn posts, Twitter threads, TikToks, and YouTube Shorts—all done-for-them, delivered in less than 24 hours.
Your message must do five things, in this order:
1️⃣ Start with a Personalized Hook
Mention the specific Reel they posted (title or topic).
Highlight the exact result (e.g., “200K views in 3 days—insane!”).
Share a quick, thoughtful insight about why it resonated with people (e.g., “It hits because most people are stuck between saving and investing, and you make it feel doable.”).
2️⃣ Position Your Service as a Solution
Explain why you’re reaching out—you help creators like them turn one viral moment into more content across platforms.
Emphasize the benefit: it’s a done-for-you solution that saves time, reaches new audiences, and builds authority.
Use clear, no-fluff language (e.g., “You create once. We help you show up everywhere.”).
3️⃣ Offer a Quick, Actionable Idea
Share one small tip or idea they could implement today (e.g., “That Reel could be a killer LinkedIn post if you frame it like a ‘lessons I learned the hard way’ story—happy to mock up a version if you’d like!”).
4️⃣ Use a Friendly, Conversational Tone
Avoid sounding robotic or sales-y.
Keep sentences short, casual, and warm. (e.g., “Saw your Reel and had to reach out—this is fire!”).
Make it feel like a human reaching out to a human.
5️⃣ End with a Low-Pressure CTA
Ask if they’d like you to mock up a quick post or content idea, no strings attached.
Example: “Want me to draft a quick LinkedIn post from that Reel to show you how it could work?”
Final Checklist:
Under 200 words
Feels like it was written just for them
One clear, low-pressure ask
Shows real insight into their content
No generic sales pitch—keep it specific and useful”

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Until next time!
Leo & Lex
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