In today’s newsletter ⬇️

• 🚀 4 AI tools that actually save you hours

• 🗞️ The real headlines, no fluff

• 🔍 Google Flash 2.0 vs 2.5 – what's changing in AI search

• 📚 Resources you'll actually want to click

• 💡 Prompt of the Day — built for builders, not lurkers

🚀 Top Tools To Try This Week!

• Rizzle – Turns blog posts into short-form videos with voice + B-roll

• Clarity – AI email inbox that writes replies + filters out junk smartly

• Abridge AI – Turns meetings into digestible summaries (great for ops + PMs)

• PromptVine – High-conversion prompt library for creators and marketers

News from The WEST 👈:

• 🧠 ChatGPT Now Records Meetings + Syncs with Drive

  OpenAI’s latest update brings meeting recording + file connectors (Google Drive, Box, OneDrive) directly into ChatGPT.
  Why it matters: ChatGPT just became your AI meeting assistant and file manager.
  🔗 Read more

• 🚫 Windsurf vs. Anthropic Gets Messy

  Windsurf claims Anthropic is limiting direct Claude access, citing “unfair restrictions” after investing in their stack.
  Why it matters: AI infra wars are heating up. More vendors, more friction.
  🔗 Read more

• 🎬 Microsoft Adds AI Video Tool to Bing

  Bing just rolled out a Sora-powered AI video generator—for free.
  Why it matters: First mover advantage in the AI video race might come from… Microsoft?
  🔗 Read more

News from The EAST 👉:

• 👀 Did DeepSeek Train on Gemini?

  DeepSeek’s new model shows striking similarities to Google’s Gemini.
  Why it matters: Training data drama continues. Model leakage? Reverse engineering?
  🔗 Read more

• 🌏 Apple + Alibaba AI Rollout Hit by Trump-Era Fallout

  AI deployment delays in China are tied to lingering U.S. trade restrictions, hitting Apple and Alibaba.
  Why it matters: Political bottlenecks are now product bottlenecks.
  🔗 Read more

• 🔋 SoftBank + Intel Build Low-Power AI Memory Chips

  The two giants are co-developing AI chips that use 50% less power, aimed at edge computing and mobile AI.
  Why it matters: Energy-efficient AI is a trillion-dollar problem—and they’re coming for it.
  🔗 Read more

⚡️What is Google Flash 2.0 and 2.5? How It’s Changing AI Search

Google didn’t just upgrade its AI.

It replaced the old one and quietly rewrote how search works.

Flash 2.0? Gone.

Gemini 2.5 Flash? It's running the show now—faster, sharper, and dangerously close to replacing how we "Google" things.

The new AI Mode feels less like searching and more like talking to someone who already knows the answer.

And let’s be honest… that’s addictive.

💥 Want to see what Gemini 2.5 can really do?

• OpenAI's Vision for ChatGPT- Exploration of OpenAI's plans to make ChatGPT a comprehensive life assistant.

• The Rise of Manus AI

• Wall Street Journal: ChatGPT vs. Claude vs. DeepSeek

✈️ Prompt: Plan My Dream Itinerary Like a Local Guide

"Act as my personal travel planner and create a detailed 3- to 7-day itinerary for a trip to [insert destination] based on the following preferences:

Context:

• I'm traveling from [your city or country].

• My travel dates are [insert dates or rough time of year].

• I’ll be traveling [solo/as a couple/with family/with friends], and our average age group is [age range].

Goals & Mood:

• I want the trip to feel [relaxing / adventurous / cultural / foodie / romantic / offbeat / budget-friendly / luxurious].

• Avoid anything too touristy unless it’s really worth it.

• Include 1–2 “wow” experiences or hidden gems I wouldn’t find on TripAdvisor.

Preferences:

• I love [nature/hiking/art/history/street food/local crafts/wildlife/nightlife/spas].

• I want to try [specific activity or cuisine, e.g., paragliding, Moroccan tagine, sake tasting].

• I don’t want [skip long lines / crowded museums / early mornings / expensive tourist traps].

Logistics:

• Budget: [e.g., $100/day, flexible, or luxury]

• Accommodations: [airbnb/hotel/hostel/eco-stay/unique stays]

• Transport: [rental car/public transport/walking tour/local guide]

Structure & Style:

• Break it down day-by-day with morning, afternoon, and evening plans.

• Suggest the best time to visit key spots.

• Include 1 great coffee shop or local eatery per day.

• Add small local tips: when to book, what to wear, local etiquette, etc.

Bonus: If there’s a cool festival or seasonal event during that time, mention it."

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