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  • Chat GTP-5 is here, and opinions are mixed, we talk new features and why some users say 4 was the better version

    Chat GTP-5 is here, and opinions are mixed, we talk new features and why some users say 4 was the better version

    We reported on ChatGTP-5, code named Project Strawberry at the time, nearly one year ago today. The reported update was supposed to boost reasoning capacity and begin the transition of introducing self-learning to AI versus requiring vast swaths of data scrubbed from the internet (a distinction likely aimed to combat the obvious problems when you randomly collect data from unknowing and many times unwilling sources).

    With a potentially industry changing copyright lawsuit filed just this week, the race to set AI apart as a distinct tool separate from the data it was built on is in full swing and as usual OpenAI’s ChatGPT product is leading the charge.

    New features include the ability to handle text ,images, voice and video all within a single conversation, so there’s no longer a need to switch between text chats and chats when you would like to analyze files. It’s also being reported so far that the answers users are receiving are more accurate, especially for technical questions and that it can now answer with much greater detail.

    Although it should be noted some of this improved reasoning is locked behind a paywall, with free users receiving the “basic” version of the model or ChatGPT-5 mini as dubbed by OpenAI themselves. Plus users will receive an improved version with one caveat, when load is high the company has said all users will only have access to the mini version to keep services afloat.

    It’s not all sunshine and rainbows however, some users aren’t thrilled with the update and have even requested the ability to return to Chat-GPT4. Common complaints are that Chat-GPT5 is much slower than 4 was and there is more frequent crashing (whether it be within the client itself or ChatGPT crashing user’s browser tabs).

    There have also been complaints that the model is more patronizing now, with users receiving praise for every query and even changing the personality or directly requesting it to leave the compliments out is outright is mostly ignored by the model at the time of reporting.

    We aren’t sure what the outcome of a successful copyright lawsuit will mean for the future of AI but as a technology provider we suspect it will stick around in some capacity regardless of the success or failure of ongoing litigation. While the creative uses for AI such as image generation may be more at play the key functionality for businesses as a means of increasing productivity are what we like to focus on. Here are three ways you can utilize AI in your business today:

    1. Inbox & customer-support copilot
      What it does: summarizes long threads, drafts tailored replies, and suggests next steps so you clear the queue quicker.
      Try this prompt (paste an email thread under it):
      “Summarize this thread in 3 bullets, list the customer’s main concern, and draft a friendly 120-word reply that (a) acknowledges the issue, (b) proposes a solution, and (c) offers a next step. Keep it on-brand: helpful, concise, no jargon.”
      Pro tip: Save a few tone/style notes once and reuse them for consistent replies.
    2. SOPs, checklists, and onboarding in minutes
      What it does: turns rough notes into step-by-step procedures, checklists, and quick-start guides for new hires.
      Try this prompt (paste your messy process notes):
      “Turn this into a clear SOP with: purpose, prerequisites, step-by-step actions (numbered), decision points, common pitfalls, and a 5-question quiz to confirm understanding. Make it skimmable.”
      Pro tip: Ask for a one-page version and a printable checklist for the wall.
    3. Spreadsheet/data sidekick (Excel/Sheets)
      What it does: writes formulas, cleans lists, and gives quick insights so you stop hunting Stack Overflow.
      Try this prompt (describe your sheet):
      “I have columns: Date, Lead Source, Deal Size, Status. Give me (1) a formula to count won deals per month, (2) a chart I should make and why, and (3) three insights I can present in one sentence each.”
      Pro tip: Paste a few sample rows so it can generate formulas that fit your exact layout.

    Ready to turn AI into real productivity? At Valley Techlogic, we can help you plug Chat GPT-5 into the tools you already use, Microsoft 365/Teams, Outlook, SharePoint (or Google Workspace so it drafts emails, turns rough notes into SOPs, and tames spreadsheets right where work happens. Learn more today with a consultation.

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  • China enters the AI race with the release of DeepSeek, prompting conversations about what happens when AI tools take data from each other (rather than just the general public)

    China enters the AI race with the release of DeepSeek, prompting conversations about what happens when AI tools take data from each other (rather than just the general public)

    The race for domination continues to heat up at China’s AI model “DeepSeek” enters the fray, just days after newly inaugurated President Trump announced his plans to invest 500 billion in AI infrastructure during the course of his term.

    Established as a startup under the same umbrella as the quantitive hedge fund High-Flyer, which is primarily owned by AI enthusiast Liang WenFeng (who built his fortune during the 2007-2008 financial crisis), little has been verified about how DeepSeek came to be.

    That has not stopped endless speculation since it’s launch was announced, including how much of it is modeled after existing AI models such OpenAI’s ubiquitous model, ChatGPT.

    Also being questioned is how the chips it was trained on were sourced, chip restrictions were placed in on China in 2019 which continued under President Biden specifically to curtail China’s ability to access infrastructure used in the advancement of AI technology. This restriction not only covered the chips themselves, but the technology used to manufacture them.

    According to Liang, he sourced the the 10,000 Nvidia A100 GPUs prior to the federally imposed ban.

    At present time the founders of DeepSeek are indicating that their goal is to continue the research and advancement of AI infrastructure with their model and not seek commercialization. To back these claims, you can currently download the first series of their model for free open source whether you’re a researcher or a commercial user.

    It should also be noted that DeepSeek has an updated data set as compared to ChatGPT, which is currently capped to data from 2023, what this means is its most recent data is from 2023 and before and anything that occurred in 2024 and beyond would not be available so if you were to example ask ChatGPT “Who won the 2024 Presidential Election?” it may not give you a correct answer.

    There have also been claims that DeepSeek is much cheaper to train, although training costs for existing AI models are largely inflated. These costs are based on the cost of cloud computing rental prices, which have a wide range of variance.

    AI training costs vary wildly depending on a range of factors.

    AI and cloud computing are both worthy investments for businesses looking to strategically position themselves for technology growth in 2025 and beyond, and Valley Techlogic is at the forefront of utilizing these technologies.

    Whether it be initializing AI tools like Microsoft’s Co-Pilot in your business or migrating more of your operations to the cloud to reduce overhead spending on physical hardware, we’ve got you covered. Reach out today for a consultation and learn how you can catapult your business forward with technology advancements through Valley Techlogic.

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  • Code named “Strawberry”, OpenAI’s latest update aims to boost reasoning capacity in their AI model

    Code named “Strawberry”, OpenAI’s latest update aims to boost reasoning capacity in their AI model

    Initially labeled Q* for Q Star, Project Strawberry is set to become ChatGPT5 and OpenAI is prepared to launch this update any day now at the time of writing.

    AI competition continues to stiffen up, but many would argue OpenAI has a commanding lead in the AI space with it’s a comparatively more mature model that many believe is more accurate than competitors such as Google’s Gemini and Microsoft’s CoPilot.

    However, as with most AI tools on the market, errors and just general wonkiness are part of the experience and OpenAI and other AI tool providers hope to continue to improve in that arena, providing more accurate results to users without errors and sometimes comical mistakes or “problems” as in the inaccurate word scramble below.

    Hint, no actual words can be spelled with all the letters given.

    OpenAI’s claims Project Strawberry will have “human-like” reasoning skills and answer questions that have stumped the algorithm so far, especially complex math and programming problems.

    This update is also leading up to the larger project for OpenAI, codenamed “Orion” this future tool will be an entirely new AI model and it’s going to be trained entirely via ChatGPT5/Project Strawberry. The hope with using AI to train AI rather than training it via data found online is that we will see a reduction in “AI hallucinations” (or incorrect predictions) and also speed up the rate at which AI can be improved without having to feed it large amounts of online data.

    This would also help OpenAI and other AI competitors avoid the murkier topic of privacy concerns when it comes to where AI is getting it’s data from.

    If you’re considering investing time in AI solutions for your business, we have 4 considerations for you to mull over first (and the first does relate to the data security topic we just mentioned):

    1. Data Security: For most of the AI tools on the market, it’s a known fact that any data you feed into it will also feed into the models they use. We would suggest if you’re considering implementing AI solutions in your business you do so with this factor in mind. Even if a tool claims your data will be secure and not accessible to other users (we’re looking at you CoPilot) AI is still realistically in its infancy. We suggest using an abundance of caution when it comes to data that is proprietary to your business.
    2. Cost (especially Time Cost): AI when used correctly can save your business time and money but using it correctly can be a high barrier to entry. For example, if copy writing is a core facet of your business AI is an excellent tool for sourcing ideas that your team can then spin off into their own creations. If your business is word-of-mouth based cabinetry sales, AI may not be very useful to you at this point in time.
    3. User Experience: Consider the human experience, especially for your customers, when implementing AI solutions. AI chatbots exist but should they replace a real person answering questions on your business’s behalf? Or instead does it make sense to utilize it half way (IE the chatbot answers common questions) with a human representative ready to take over if the questions get more complicated.
    4. AI is not magic: AI will not replace human ingenuity, as outlined above it’s not a perfect solution by any means at this point in time and that’s unlikely to change anytime soon. AI should be used to build upon existing structures in your business (like adding more capacity to your marketing capabilities for example) not with the expectation it’s going to replace those structures entirely.

    Considering implementing AI solutions in your business or hoping to hone in on advancements in technology to your advantage? Valley Techlogic continues to stay at the forefront of new innovations in tech, and we utilize our expertise on behalf of our customers. Reach out today for a consultation.

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