DECEMBER 2024

The AI Race hits a new tempo - DeepSeek on the rise 

Google has launched Gemini 2.0 in Dec 2024

Gemini pricing  

• Gemini for Google Workspace
  Pricing varies by plan and whether you choose a flexible or annual plan: 

  • Gemini Business: $24 per user per month for the flexible plan, or $20 per user per year for the annual plan 

  • Gemini Enterprise:   $36 per user per month for the flexible plan, or $30 per user per year for the annual plan.          AI Meetings and Messaging: $12 per user per month for the flexible plan, or $10 per user per year for the annual plan 

  • AI Security: $12 per user per month for the flexible plan, or $10 per user per year for the annual plan 

• Gemini Code Assist
  Pricing varies by plan and whether you choose a monthly or annual commitment: 

  • Gemini Code Assist Standard: $22.80 per user per month for the monthly plan, or $19 per user per month with an annual commitment 

  • Gemini Code Assist Enterprise: $54 per user per month 

• Gemini API
  Pricing varies by type of request:

  • Input: $0.075 per 1 million tokens for requests up to 128k tokens, or $0.15 per 1 million tokens for requests over 128k tokens 

  • Output: $0.30 per 1 million tokens for requests up to 128k tokens, or $0.60 per 1 million tokens for requests over 128k tokens 

  • Context Caching: $0.01875 per 1 million tokens for requests up to 128k tokens, or $0.0375 per 1 million tokens for requests over 128k tokens 

• Grounding with Google Search
  $35 per 1K grounding requests, with a maximum of 5K requests per day 

Decoding the Future of Work: Key Takeaways from the HFS Winter Summit in New York City  

Okay everyone, buckle up! we've just emerged from a whirlwind tour of future-forward thinking, courtesy of the 2024-HFS Winter Summit in New York City. And let us tell you, the insights were powerful. We've spent some time digesting the key takeaways and buzzing to share them with you. Let’s dive in, shall we?

The Strengths of the Asset-Light model are starting to become more evident. 

2. Ecosystems Over Silos: Collaboration is King (and Queen!)

Gone are the days of operating in isolation. The conference underlined ‘interconnectedness’. We're moving towards more collaborative ecosystems, both internally within organizations and externally with partners. This means sharing knowledge, leveraging diverse perspectives, and creating a collective intelligence that goes beyond the capabilities of any single individual or company. It's a beautiful thing, seeing everyone work together towards a common goal.

3. Continuous Learning is No Longer Optional (it's essential!)

The dynamic presentations and workshop sessions highlighted the critical need for continuous learning and up-skilling. The pace of change is rapid, and the conference made it clear that we need to cultivate a culture of curiosity and adaptability. We must constantly learn and evolve to stay relevant and thrive in this new landscape.  

4. Transformation is a Journey, Not a Destination (and it looks like fun!).

The overriding feeling we got from the conference is optimism. These aren’t images of a gloomy future; they're images of a bright, collaborative, and human-centric one. It’s a call to action to actively shape the future of work and embrace the journey with enthusiasm and intention. It's a process of continuous improvement, one that looks incredibly exciting!

In Conclusion

The 2024 HFS Conference Winter Summit in New York City, wasn’t just a gathering; it was a catalyst for change. The conference was all about the story of a future where technology and humanity work in harmony. We left feeling inspired, energized, and ready to tackle the challenges and opportunities ahead. 

What do you think? Are you as excited about the future of work as we are? Reach out to us contact@katalyststreet.com and let us know your thoughts and comments

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