A data scientist from Singapore has developed an open-source alternative to Google’s NotebookLM. Gabriel Chua of the GovTech agency created the tool called “Open NotebookLM” in just one afternoon. It converts PDF documents into personalized podcasts using publicly available AI models. The project demonstrates how quickly complex AI applications can be replicated today. However, the rapid development also raises questions about the quality and reliability of such tools. Google’s version retains advantages through additional features and integration into its ecosystem. Source: VentureBeat