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AI FYI

AI FYI

Hosted by Andrea Butkovic, Joe Cloughley, Kiran Vajapey

Episodes

24

Latest episode

Dec 2024

Language

EN-US

About the show

We decode and demystify artificial intelligence, from its inner workings to its real-world impact, both seen and unseen. We dive into the big questions and challenge conventional wisdom. AI isn't inherently good or bad; it's all about how we choose to harness its power for our future.

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December 14, 2024Episode 44 min

Quick - AI and Influencers

What if your favorite influencer isn't even human? AI is changing the way we perceive authenticity online. Are filters an ethical dilemma or funny? Digital clones - are they hot or not? What does it mean to be an influencer in an era where half of what we experience online might be artificially created? Join us as we reflect on the evolution of identity in the digital age and ponder the future of AI-infused reality.

December 14, 2024Episode 41 hr 30 min

AI and Influencers

What if your favorite influencer isn't even human? AI is changing the way we perceive authenticity online. Are filters an ethical dilemma or funny? Digital clones - are they hot or not? What does it mean to be an influencer in an era where half of what we experience online might be artificially created? Join us as we reflect on the evolution of identity in the digital age and ponder the future of AI-infused reality.

December 3, 2024Episode 31 hr 0 min

AI and The Metaverse

What if the metaverse could redefine not just gaming, but the very fabric of our digital lives? From the familiar worlds of Minecraft and Animal Crossing to the cutting-edge ambitions of giants like Microsoft, Apple, and Google, the metaverse is evolving with boundless possibilities. AI plays a pivotal role in this evolution.Can we afford to lose ourselves in virtual worlds at the expense of solving pressing real-world issues? Explore the technical and social barriers that limit access to the metaverse, like the expense of equipment, lack of accessibility, and fragmentation of different virtual "verses."Tune in for an engaging conversation that highlights both the promise and the pitfalls of the cutting-edge intersection of AI and the metaverse.

December 3, 2024Episode 34 min

Quick - AI and The Metaverse

Quick Take - What if the metaverse could redefine not just gaming, but the very fabric of our digital lives? From the familiar worlds of Minecraft and Animal Crossing to the cutting-edge ambitions of giants like Microsoft, Apple, and Google, the metaverse is evolving with boundless possibilities. AI plays a pivotal role in this evolution.Can we afford to lose ourselves in virtual worlds at the expense of solving pressing real-world issues? Explore the technical and social barriers that limit access to the metaverse, like the expense of equipment, lack of accessibility, and fragmentation of different virtual "verses." Tune in for an engaging conversation that highlights both the promise and the pitfalls of the cutting-edge intersection of AI and the metaverse.

November 16, 2024Episode 25 min

Quick - AI and Open Source

5 minute hot take on how the past, present and future of Open source interact with AI and machine learning.

November 16, 2024Episode 234 min

AI and Open Source

Open source software is the backbone of technology an innovation - but what does it mean to open source AI? Learn about open source at the top of the episode or skip ahead to figure out what it has to do with AI.

November 2, 2024Episode 11 hr 15 min

AI and Misinformation

Is the internet messing with what’s real? Dive into the world of online misinformation and how it could impact the  2024 election. We share our own experiences with false info, explore how tools like ChatGPT play a role, and offer tips on spotting different types of misleading content.We also break down climate change misinformation tactics and discuss how AI can both spread and fight these narratives. Plus, we tackle the ethics of state propaganda, AI’s potential to influence public opinion, and what the future might hold for fact-checking and content trust.

August 6, 2024Episode 171 hr 25 min

AI and Garments

How many robots does it take to sew a t-shirt? AI summary says: "Our amusing anecdote about identifying cotton plants in India adds a touch of humor to the serious insights on fiber processing. What does the future hold for smart clothing and fashion production? Join us for an eye-opening journey into the future of fashion technology and sustainability."

July 23, 2024Episode 161 hr 29 min

AI and Virtual Assistants

Remember Clippy? Smart House? Star Trek? AI Summary "We discuss how these fictional depictions influenced real-world innovations. Learn about the technological hurdles companies faced, such as language and accent recognition, and how they overcame them to create the more reliable and efficient assistants we use today."

July 9, 2024Episode 1439 min

AI and Dining Out

What's AI doing in the kitchen? An AI summary of this AI FYI episode: "An eye-opening exploration of AI's growing influence in the restaurant industry. However, the conversation doesn't shy away from the ethical dilemmas and potential downsides"

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