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Can you really tell when something was written by AI?
This week, we’re covering Google’s newest video tools, Microsoft Copilot Health, and how to tell when something was likely created by AI instead of a human.
There wasn’t a poll last week; however, we have one this week. So we’ll get back on schedule next Tuesday. In the meantime, I’ll have a new video posted by the end of this week. I still have a few beginner topics I want to cover before we move into the deeper stuff, so stick with me. More to come soon!
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Video Creation Is Changing Fast
Have you ever heard of Gemini Omni? It's okay if you haven't. Google has been pushing deeper into AI video creation, and the simple idea is this: these tools are making it easier to create and transform video from prompts, images, and existing clips.
The core idea is straightforward: this kind of AI can help turn prompts, images, and existing videos into new video content. Instead of needing expensive editing software or a professional production team, you can describe what you want and let AI help create it.
Video is one of the hardest types of content to make because recording, editing, adding motion, changing scenes, and making everything look polished takes time. AI video tools are designed to make that process faster.
For example, you could:
Upload an image and ask the model to animate it.
Take an existing video and change the style, setting, or feel.
Start with a written idea and turn it into a visual scene.
The big takeaway is that AI can help create polished videos in minutes without the need for expensive equipment and professional video editors.
This could help creators make content faster, businesses make better ads, teachers explain ideas visually, and regular people bring ideas to life without needing advanced editing skills. The sky’s the limit with this opportunity.
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Could AI Help You Understand Your Health?
Have you heard about Microsoft Copilot Health?
The simple version is this: Microsoft wants Copilot to become a personal health assistant that helps people make sense of their medical information.
Instead of your health data being scattered across different apps, lab reports, doctor portals, and wearable devices, Copilot Health is designed to bring that information into one place. That could include things like bloodwork, step count, medical records, and other personal health details.
You probably don’t know what each of your lab results means. You may not know which numbers matter, what questions to ask your doctor, or how your daily habits connect to your overall health. Copilot Health could help explain that info.
For example, you could:
Upload lab results and ask what each marker means.
Compare your sleep, activity, and health trends over time.
Prepare better questions before a doctor’s appointment.
The important part is that this should not replace a doctor. I would treat this as a tool for organizing information and preparing better questions, not as a replacement for medical advice.
And again, I’m always cautious about putting your personal information into AI. So I’d be careful here and ask a healthcare expert for their thoughts before relying on this kind of technology.
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Can You Tell It’s AI?
We spoke about this a few weeks ago, but it’s something you need to fully understand. Have you ever read a post or an email that sounded robotic?
They didn’t use contractions
The paragraphs felt short and choppy
The entire thing was filled with the same phrases, same structure, and too many em dashes.
If you notice a few of these, then there’s a good chance AI helped write it. On Friday, we’re going to dive into how you can tell if something was AI generated or was written by a human because it becomes much easier to spot once you see a few common examples.
I’d highly recommend marking your calendar and preparing for that Friday email. It will change how you view AI output and how much of what you consume today may be computer generated instead of human written.
Today we covered how AI is starting to move into video creation, healthcare, and even the way we judge content online.
Friday’s email will focus on one of the biggest questions in AI right now: can you tell when something was created by a human or by a machine?
Here’s my challenge for you after reading this email: when you read something online, do you usually assume a person wrote it? Reply back and let me know.
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, medical, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making financial, medical, or legal decisions.