AI Updates: OpenAI, Microsoft, YouTube, and More

technical SOP

Created: April 30, 2025

Introduction

This week in AI news includes updates from OpenAI about enhanced deep research capabilities and the upcoming release of a new model. Proplexity has introduced new functionalities in their iOS app, while Microsoft has updated 365 Copilot with new features. YouTube is experimenting with an AI overview feature, and Adobe has released a new version of Firefly. Additionally, there are insights from Anthropic on AI harms and a discussion on AI consciousness by Demis Hassabis.

Executive Summary

Core Insights

OpenAI's new deep research available on free plan allows five uses until May 25th.
A new OpenAI model is planned for release in June, potentially surpassing Meta's and DeepSeek's models.
Proplexity's iOS app introduces the Proplexity Assistant with various functionalities.
Microsoft's 365 Copilot received updates including agentic features and improved recall.
YouTube is testing an AI overview feature that highlights relevant video clips.
Adobe's Firefly now supports choosing between different models.

Expected Outcomes

Enhanced deep research capabilities for OpenAI users.
Introduction of new functionalities in Proplexity's iOS app.
Improved user experience with Microsoft's 365 Copilot updates.
Potential changes in how content is consumed on YouTube.
New creative possibilities with Adobe's Firefly.

Critical Considerations

Limited availability of deep research on free plans.
Uncertainty regarding the inclusion of web search and image generation in the new OpenAI model.
Jankiness in some Proplexity Assistant features.
Potential negative impact on creators due to YouTube's AI overview feature.

Strategic Recommendations

Evaluate the impact of the new OpenAI model on existing projects.
Consider integrating Proplexity Assistant functionalities into existing workflows.
Assess the potential benefits and drawbacks of YouTube's AI overview feature.
Explore the capabilities of Adobe's new Firefly version.

Core Insights

OpenAI's new deep research available on free plan allows five uses until May 25th.
A new OpenAI model is planned for release in June, potentially surpassing Meta's and DeepSeek's models.
Proplexity's iOS app introduces the Proplexity Assistant with various functionalities.
Microsoft's 365 Copilot received updates including agentic features and improved recall.
YouTube is testing an AI overview feature that highlights relevant video clips.
Adobe's Firefly now supports choosing between different models.

Expected Outcomes

Enhanced deep research capabilities for OpenAI users.
Introduction of new functionalities in Proplexity's iOS app.
Improved user experience with Microsoft's 365 Copilot updates.
Potential changes in how content is consumed on YouTube.
New creative possibilities with Adobe's Firefly.

Critical Considerations

Limited availability of deep research on free plans.
Uncertainty regarding the inclusion of web search and image generation in the new OpenAI model.
Jankiness in some Proplexity Assistant features.
Potential negative impact on creators due to YouTube's AI overview feature.

Strategic Recommendations

Evaluate the impact of the new OpenAI model on existing projects.
Consider integrating Proplexity Assistant functionalities into existing workflows.
Assess the potential benefits and drawbacks of YouTube's AI overview feature.
Explore the capabilities of Adobe's new Firefly version.