Baidu has introduced two new AI models, Ernie 4.5 and Ernie X1, with the latter boasting performance comparable to DeepSeek R1 at a lower cost and the former showcasing high EQ for understanding memes and satire. Both models offer multimodal capabilities for processing video, images, audio, and text. Despite initial struggles with adoption, Baidu plans to release Ernie 5 later this year with further multimodal improvements.
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Dude Perfect and Mark Rober may be the next YouTubers to get big streaming deals
Streaming platforms like Netflix are aggressively pursuing YouTubers like Dude Perfect and Mark Rober for big streaming deals, following the success of MrBeast's Beast Games. Amazon has reportedly made over $100 million in profit from the show and is negotiating for two more seasons with MrBeast asking over $150 million per season. Netflix has approached Rober and Dude Perfect, but its restrictions on sales promotions in shows it funds have been a sticking point in...
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