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AI hallucinations aren’t a big deal

It’s hard not to hear that AI hallucinates and not have a few alarm bells go off. But ‘hallucinations’ is a loaded word. Machine & Partners’ Edmundo Ortega is back to explain why they’re nothing to worry about.

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Hallucinations
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Is Deep Research worth $200 a month?

With new AI tools coming out all the time, it’s hard to know which ones are worth investing in. So here’s our lead AI consultant’s framework for whether you should shell out for Deep Research or not.

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Deep Research
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AI is good enough, the humans need help

Newsflash if you’re waiting for AI to get better before you invest: It’s already pretty good, it’s the people using it that need to get a lot better – and fast. Greg is taking over this week’s newsletter to show you why.

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Leadership
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When to use a specialized AI tool vs. an LLM

If you’re hitting the limits of your LLM because you need more data or niche training, you’re likely doing a lot of high-end knowledge work – and that’s where specialized AI tools come into play.

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We tested two Deep Research tools. One was unusable.

Two LLMs have released Deep Research features without much of a splash. So if you’ve been wondering about them (and don’t want to pay the $200/month price tag), read on for our Chief of Staff’s take on ChatGPT vs. Gemini.

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Deep Research
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How an agency is preparing for AI clients

AI has put a big question mark over the future of agencies. So we talked to David Freas, Managing Partner at Supermoon, about how he’s transforming his brand agency with AI agent teammates – and for AI agent clients.

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Agents
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Why did HBO Max rebrand to Max? 4 insights

The internet responded to the HBO Max rebrand with an overwhelming, "Why?" So we dug in to find out the strategy behind their confusing move.

HBO Max
rebrand
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How Cascade took on its biggest competitor: the sink 

Want to attack your real competition instead of the company down the road no one knows about? Learn how Cascade depositioned their number one competitor: the sink.

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competition
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How did Twitter's blue check mark go from status symbol to total embarrassment?

In less than six months, Twitter's blue check mark "verification" has gone from a status symbol for the rich and famous to a warning sign associated with Elon fanboys and trolls. We unpack what happened, using lessons in brand strategy and viral growth.

Twitter
Elon Musk
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5 steps to pick a winning investment ‍

Whether you’re the investor or the investee, the six-step Risk-Reward Framework can put you on the right path.

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venture capital
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Can ChatGPT write a positioning strategy?

ChatGPT can do a lot of amazing things. So what happened when we put it into an MBA-level positioning course?

Product positioning
MBA courses
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Why we rebranded (with a minimal amount of yogababble)

Let's skip the glossy merch shots and talk about the actual process of rebranding your company.

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2026 was the year of the agent. 2027 is the year of computer use.

Get ready for the era of AI that uses your computer just like you do.

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Computer use
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How to evaluate a new model release (and why the benchmarks can't do it for you)

Should you be using the latest and greatest AI model? And if so, what for?

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Models
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You want AI ROI? Know what drives your business

Getting AI ROI starts with understanding your key business drivers and how AI could accelerate them.

AI ROI
AI strategy
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Being good at prompting isn’t enough

Your team needs to move from AI prompting to redesigning workflows with agents. Here's how.

AI workflow redesign
AI strategy
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5 questions every AI leader will need to answer in 2027

The questions for Heads of AI will get harder in 2027. Here's how to prepare as you set your 2027 AI strategy.

AI strategy
Head of AI jobs
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What Should Be in Your AI Budget for 2027

Budget season is coming. Here's everything that should be in your AI transformation budget in 2027.

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