Deep Research, deep impact
Deep Research, deep impact.??
Just a few years ago, the prevailing wisdom was that AGI (when machines reach human-level intelligence) was still decades away—2040 was the safe bet, with Ray Kurzweil making the boldest call for 2029.
But after spending several days with OpenAI’s Deep Research, I’m rethinking that timeline. To borrow from Justice Potter Stewart: I can’t define AGI, but I know it when I see it.
Whether it meets the strict technical definition of AGI or not (most experts would say it doesn’t), it certainly feels like a seismic shift. As an example, over my career I’ve worked on or reviewed countless strategy projects from McKinsey, BCG, Bain, the usual suspects. Deep Research automates 80%+ of that work—and does it better, faster, and cheaper.
After applying it to several real business problems this week, one thing is clear: this is intellectual leverage at an entirely new scale. It organizes ideas, synthesizes vast amounts of data, connects concepts across industries, and grounds every insight in hard evidence. It doesn’t just analyze information—it reshapes how we think.
For years, we assumed AI would first disrupt software developers and marketers. But now? It may be management consultants who are the first to go.
?1. OpenAI’s new Deep Research shows the power of the AI agent era
Achieves new, highest score on “Humanity’s Last Exam” AI benchmark. Check out the latest AI news.
2. ChatGPT's Deep Research just identified 20 jobs it will replace?
Is your job on the list? See the list here.
3. Anthropic's "index" tracks AI economy
"AI use leans more toward augmentation (57%), where AI collaborates with and enhances human capabilities, compared to automation (43%), where AI directly performs tasks," Anthropic reports. Read the complete report.
3. AI Puts 70% ff Britain’s 'knowledge economy' tasks at risk
The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) said AI’s capabilities are advancing at “breath-taking speed” and the technology is now poised to have a “seismic impact” on British society. Find the latest news.
4. IT unemployment rises to 5.7% as AI hits tech jobs
Artificial intelligence continues to impact the technology labor market. Read about AI’s impact.
5. CIOs are bullish on AI agents. IT employees? Not so much.
IT’s opinion on agentic AI is divided: leaders see agents as core to operations in the near future, while IT staff - who will deploy them - are much more skeptical. Check out the story.
5. The end of programming as we know it
AI will not replace programmers, but it will transform their jobs. Find the AI exclusive here.
6. 50 new enterprise AI case studies
Microsoft compiles a list focusing on four key areas: 1) enriching the employee experience, 2) reinventing customer engagement, 3) reshaping business processes, and 4) driving new innovation.?Read the full blog.
7. The two-step continues: Salesforce slashes 1,000 jobs while hiring for AI roles
The company, in a pivot to agents, will not hire any software engineers in 2025. See the business news.
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8. Not to be outdone…
Workday axing 1750?jobs amid their move toward AI. Read about the job cuts.
9. And, one more…
Meta announces layoffs amid push for AI talent. See the latest news.
10. Agent of the Week:? Fine
Fine is how you build software with AI agents. Check it out.
11. Stanford: Study suggests physicians make better decisions with help of AI chatbots
According to new research, doctors may benefit from an LLM assist when faced with a clinical crossroads. Find the study here.
12. Bain: Generative AI in M&A: You’re not behind—yet
How early adopters are getting faster and better at dealmaking, cutting 50% of cost and getting better results. Read the full study.
13. Case Study: Honeywell transforms with AI
16 GenAI use cases in production, available to all 95K employees. See the article here.
14. First-ever public database documenting deployed AI agents developed to address gaps in transparency and safety
Researchers from leading institutions - including MIT, Stanford, Harvard, and the Hebrew University - have developed the “Agent Index.” Find the entire story.
15. The global AI race continues
UAE to invest billions to build an AI data center in France. Read the latest AI news.
16. And one more thing…
Christie’s announces an AI art auction, and not everyone is pleased. Check it out.
OK.? See you all next week.