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Good morning,
Google may have finally made an AI tool that deserves more attention.
I’ve been experimenting with Gemini 3.5 this weekend, and it has earned a spot in our regular mix alongside ChatGPT and Claude. We’ll cover it more often going forward because I think it’s becoming too useful to ignore.
I also came across two interesting AI stories this weekend: one about a company being built almost entirely around AI agents, and another about growing rumors of a possible OpenAI IPO.
Before we get into the news, I want to quickly mention my upcoming YouTube series. Tomorrow, I’m releasing my first video, starting from the absolute beginning with how to download ChatGPT. I know many of you already have this done, but I want to build the series the right way from the ground up.
Future videos will get more practical, with deeper topics and real AI use cases you can apply right away. If there’s something you want me to cover, reply to this email. I read every response and will add your ideas to the list.
Now let’s look into the news and updates this week.
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Why Gemini 3.5 is Quietly Becoming a Serious AI Player
Gemini 3.5 is, in my opinion, the third best LLM (Large Language Model), behind Claude and ChatGPT. Gemini is integrated into Google, so if you’ve used the AI function in Google within the past week (released on May 19th), then you’ve already interacted with it.
What I really enjoy about this LLM is its ability to pull data and search the web for information quickly. Because it’s built by Google, the connection between AI and Google Search feels extremely natural.
I’m not saying other LLMs can’t do this, but Gemini has become very strong in this area. And to be able to integrate it with normal Google search? That’s the chef’s kiss.
To keep this email brief, we will cover this topic more on Friday and in future videos posted on YouTube. For now, let’s check out our next story.
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A Startup Trying to Run Almost Entirely on AI
Polsia is a newer company that centers around building other companies entirely with AI agents. They specialize in creating agents that don’t need much human interaction and can run 24/7.
And they’re the perfect example. Ben Broca, who is the founder, is the only employee at this company and has raised tens of millions of dollars to operate.
I don’t necessarily agree with companies fully run by AI agents, but the reason this caught my eye is because I want to share this information with you. If Ben can raise money and build this much momentum as a solo founder, then it shows how much leverage these tools can give one person.
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Could OpenAI Become the Biggest IPO in Tech?
There has been growing discussion online about whether OpenAI could eventually go public through an IPO.
Nothing official has been announced, but the speculation alone shows how much AI has moved from a niche tech topic into one of the biggest business stories in the world. If OpenAI ever does go public, it would likely become one of the most closely watched IPOs in modern tech history.
The bigger point is this: more money flowing into AI means more tools, more startups, and more opportunities for everyday people to use this technology in practical ways.
Thank you again for reading and being part of this journey with me.
This week, we looked at Gemini, AI-run companies, and OpenAI IPO rumors. On Friday, we’ll go deeper into Gemini and how it compares to ChatGPT and Claude.
Also, my first YouTube walkthrough is coming tomorrow. We’re starting simple, then building toward more useful AI workflows.
Zack Wright
Disclaimer: The Cogito Brief reflects my personal thoughts, opinions, and observations about AI and technology. Not everything shared here is established fact, and I encourage you to think critically and do your own research. Nothing in this newsletter constitutes financial, investment, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.