160 Characters

Hosted by Jill Berkowitz

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In the world of communications, there are so many both familiar and untold stories, surrounding the ever-evolving technology landscape. Join us as we discover, learn, and unpack the many ideas and innovations being forged within the telecom space - and beyond. Welcome to 160 Characters. What was, what is, and what will be.

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September 27, 202412 min

Understanding Natural Language Processing: What it is, How it Works, and Why it Matters

In this week's episode, Will & Jill discuss Natural Language Processing (NLP), explaining its goals, applications, and challenges. They break down NLP into subtopics, covering its definition, how it works, and different use cases such as chatbots, virtual assistants, and transcription software. They also touch on the challenges NLP faces, including understanding context, idiomatic expressions, and diversity in language. ___Connect with JillConnect with Will___160 Characters is powered by Clerk Chat.

September 19, 202414 min

What is Machine Learning, Where Does the Data Come From, and How do Algorithms Work?

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September 12, 202414 min

How AI Works In Everyday Life

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September 5, 202413 min

From Turing to Today: The Fascinating Origins of Artificial Intelligence

Resource: Have we passed the Touring Test, and should we really be trying? ___Connect with JillConnect with Will___160 Characters is powered by Clerk Chat.

August 23, 202413 min

The Human Side of AI: Navigating Change & Keeping Our Spirit

AI is a multifaceted world - and yes, it has potential and pitfalls. This week Will & Jill chat about deepfakes, their potential for misuse, and the implications for trust in the digital age. They also discuss PwC's Global Artificial Intelligence Study and their collaboration with TED, highlighting perspectives on AI's future. They address the critical importance of trust and transparency in AI, emphasizing the need for companies to prioritize ethical development and build customer confidence. They also tackle the challenges of navigating the rapid pace of AI advancement, emphasizing the need for education and ensuring that AI remains a tool that empowers humanity, rather than replacing it.Resources:Deepfakes, regulations, and consequencesPwC’s Global Artificial Intelligence StudyPwC’s collaboration with TED___Connect with Jill.Connect with Will.___160 Characters is powered by Clerk Chat.

August 15, 202412 min

Google is in its AI Era

Will and Jill chat about the significance of LMSYS as a platform for AI model evaluation, the potential uses of Gemini Live, and the innovation in Google's latest hardware. The discussion highlights Google's emphasis on on-device AI processing for enhanced privacy and security.Resources:Made by Google 2024 KeynoteGemini Live for Gemini Advanced SubscribersPixel Buds Pro 2Pixel 9 Pro Fold Phone___Connect with JillConnect with Will___160 Characters is powered by Clerk Chat.

August 7, 202411 min

The Battle for Trustworthy AI: Microsoft, OpenAI, and Zoom

Resources:OpenAI co-founder leaves for AnthropicMicrosoft says OpenAI is now a competitor in AI and searchZoom Is Going After Google and Microsoft With AI-Driven DocsMethod prevents an AI model from being overconfident about wrong answersConnect with Jill: linkedin.com/in/jill-berkowitzConnect with Will: linkedin.com/in/william-jonathan-bowen___Check out Will’s AI Digest___160 Characters is powered by Clerk Chat.

July 30, 202412 min

How AI is Impacting the 2024 Summer Olympics

Curious how AI is being implemented into the Olympics? Will and Jill covered the use of AI for daily Olympic recaps, the Olympic AI agenda, and the controversy surrounding AI security and mass surveillance. They chat about the implications of AI voice replicas, the transparency of AI usage in the Olympics, and the concerns over privacy and bias in AI security systems.ResourcesAI Voice Model for Daily Olympic RecapsGemini’s Ability to Link to SourcesThe Olympic AI AgendaAI Event-Security Technology___Connect with Jill: linkedin.com/in/jill-berkowitzConnect with Will: linkedin.com/in/william-jonathan-bowen___Check out Will’s AI Digest___160 Characters is powered by Clerk Chat .

July 19, 202413 min

Big Brother, Big Tech, Big Questions

AI is officially making its way into pop culture as it’s now a part of the popular TV show Big Brother. This week Will and Jill discuss companies using YouTube videos to train AI models and the need for transparency and accountability in AI training. They also talk about the availability of Gemini workspace extensions for Google Workspace users and the potential benefits of integrating Gemini with Google Workspace. The conversation then shifts to the leak of Disney's internal Slack messages by hackers and the ethical implications of such actions. Finally, they discuss the impact of AI on the gaming industry and the concerns of artists supplementing AI, rather than AI supplementing artists. Resources:Big tech using YouTube videos to train AI models:https://www.wired.com/story/youtube-training-data-apple-nvidia-anthropic/Gemini workspace extensions:https://gemini.google.com/updatesDisney’s leaked internal Slack messages:https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/16/24199545/disney-hacktivists-1tb-leak-internal-slack-communications-aiAI in the gaming industry:https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cl44mv0jnv5o And just for fun - watch this season of Big Brother with us!https://www.cbs.com/shows/big_brother/___Connect with Jill: linkedin.com/in/jill-berkowitzConnect with Will: linkedin.com/in/william-jonathan-bowen___Check out Will’s AI Digest.___160 Characters is powered by Clerk Chat.

July 11, 202412 min

The AI Effect: From the Fashion Runway to Search Results

Resources:AI Fashion Assistants: https://www.retailbrew.com/stories/2024/06/28/michael-kors-s-ai-styling-assistant-helps-shoppers-find-the-perfect-date-outfitAzure’s Access to GPT-powered generative AI functionalities:https://www.techradar.com/pro/openai-may-not-be-available-in-china-but-microsoft-azure-china-might-offer-an-unexpected-loopholeMicrosoft and Apple’s OpenAI Board Seats:https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/10/24195528/microsoft-apple-openai-board-observer-seat-drop-regulator-scrutinyEpisode 434 of the Lex Fridman Podcast with Aravind Srinivas, the Perplexity CEO:https://youtu.be/e-gwvmhyU7A?si=Uoso3qzaU7WQlGHJ ___Connect with Jill: linkedin.com/in/jill-berkowitzConnect with Will: linkedin.com/in/william-jonathan-bowen___160 Characters is powered by Clerk Chat.

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