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Eye On A.I. Craig S. Smith
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Eye on A.I. is a biweekly podcast, hosted by longtime New York Times correspondent Craig S. Smith. In each episode, Craig will talk to people making a difference in artificial intelligence. The podcast aims to put incremental advances into a broader context and consider the global implications of the developing technology. AI is about to change your world, so pay attention.
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#141 Peter Voss Reveals the Future of Artificial General Intelligence
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On episode #141 of Eye on AI, Craig Smith sits down with Peter Voss, founder, CEO, and Chief Scientist of Aigo.ai. Join us as we take a deep dive into the world of artificial general intelligence (AGI)
In this episode we embark on Peter's remarkable journey, from his roots as an electronics engineer to his significant role in the pursuit of AGI. Discover how his vision differs from mainstream AI approaches, leaning on cognitive architectures and graph knowledge bases.
Ever wondered about the immense potential of real-time learning in AGI? We unearth the secrets behind teaching a system general knowledge and enhancing its cognitive abilities. Dive into the concept of life logging and personalized AI assistants, gaining fresh insights into how AI can adapt and learn on the fly.
We wrap things up with a discussion on the challenges of funding AGI projects and explore the competitive landscape in the realm of chatbots and large language models. Get an inside look at Aigo.ai’s customer base and pricing strategy.
Peter Voss’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vosspeter/
Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss
Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI
00:00 Preview and Data Stax
02:19 Starting an AI Company
07:26 What are Cognitive Architectures?
12:19 Knowledge Graphs in Aigo.ai
15:20 AI Personal Assistants
21:47 The Future of AGI
28:01 Challenges and Limitations of Current AI Models
36:55 Approaches to AGI Development
46:11 Development and Progress Toward AGI
58:08 The Importance of AGI and Collaboration
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#140 Isabelle Guyon: The Future of AI and Support Vector Machines
This episode is sponsored by MindStudio by YouAi. MindStudio is the best way to build an AI business. Start driving some serious revenue before everyone else. Mind Studio allows you to use conversational language to program incredibly powerful AI tools. No coding knowledge is needed to start your AI business.
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On episode #139 of Eye on AI , Craig Smith sits down with Isabelle Guyon, a pioneer in the world of machine learning and pattern recognition, and Chair Professor at the University of Paris-Saclay. Isabelle Guyon, renowned for her groundbreaking work with Vladimir Vapnik and Bernhard Boser, has made significant contributions to support-vector machines (SVMs), artificial neural networks, and bioinformatics.
In this episode, we delve into SVMs, a technique that efficiently classifies data by maximizing margins, with applications spanning image classification, text classification, and bioinformatics.
We also explore maximum margin classifiers in the biomedical field, uncovering their unique approach to category distinction. Learn about weighted sum usage and their adaptability based on available data. Discover how maximum margin classifiers apply to labeled and unlabeled data, for both classification and regression tasks.
We wrap things up by discussing the promising prospects of chatbots and language models. Isabelle Guyon shares valuable insights on data preprocessing, bias adjustment methods, and the fusion of SVMs with deep learning to address contemporary challenges.
Isabelle Guyon’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabelle-guyon-aa371170
Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss
Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI
(00:00) Preview
(00:52) Introduction and MindStudio by YouAi
(04:55) Machine Learning Techniques
(15:15) Classification Methods in Biomedical Applications
(22:40) Support Vector Machines and Kernel Methods
(36:45) Future of Chatbots and Language Models
(41:08) Unsupervised Learning in Deep Learning Importance
(45:53) Outro and MindStudio by YouAi -
#139 Dmitry Shapiro: Breaking Barriers with No Code AI
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On episode #139 of Eye on AI , Craig Smith sits down with Dmitry Shapiro, Founder of YouAi and CEO of GoMeta. Dmitry Shapiro is no stranger to the tech industry. With an impressive track record, he has made significant contributions to companies like Google, MySpace, and now, he's leading the charge at YouAi.
We start by exploring the groundbreaking concept behind YouAi, a company poised to revolutionize how we interact with artificial intelligence.
Education and content generation are domains where AI's potential can be unleashed in a transformative way. Dmitri reveals how AI could serve as a personal 'mind reader', bridging knowledge gaps and personalizing education like never before.
The spotlight then turns to Mind Studio, YouAi's ingenious tool that empowers users to create AI models without coding. Dmitry also unveils AI tools that simplify parenting.
As we near the end of our conversation, we revisit the concept of mind indexing and explore AI assistants, recommendation systems, and the power of asking questions to decode ambiguity.
Dmitry Shapiro LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmitry-shapiro-a2b1
Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss
Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI
(00:00) Preview and Introduction
(02:00) Shopify
(04:11) Dmitry Shapiro’s Early Career
(11:29) AI in Education?
(18:20) AI’s Role in Content Creation
(25:24) Customizing AI Applications
(36:26) Leveraging The Right LLMs
(44:54) AI Assistants Explained
(53:22) What is Mind Indexing?
(56:19) Shopify -
#138 Dan O'Connell: How AI is Disrupting Business Communications
This episode is sponsored by MindStudio by YouAi. MindStudio is the best way to build an AI business. Start driving some serious revenue before everyone else. Mind Studio allows you to use conversational language to program incredibly powerful AI tools. No coding knowledge is needed to start your AI business.
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On episode #138 of Eye on AI. Craig Smith sits down with Dan O'Connell, the Chief AI and Strategy Officer at Dialpad and a seasoned expert in the world of AI-driven business communications.
Check out Dialpad- https://www.dialpad.com/
Currently serving as a member of Dialpad's Board of Directors, Dan's impressive career includes leadership roles at TalkIQ, AdRoll, and an 8-year stint at Google in key sales positions.
During our conversation, Dan takes us through Dialpad's AI-driven transformation of business communication. We explore the power of natural language processing, speech recognition, and large language models, enabling real-time transcription, call summaries, sentiment analysis, and virtual agents.
We also delve into the significance of sentiment analysis and the role of context, alongside debates on third-party APIs versus proprietary models, AI's unpredictability, and domain-specific model economics.
Our exploration continues with AI's impact on CRM, generative AI's insights, chatbot evolution, and cost-effective AI management.
Tune in to explore AIs impact on modern day business communication.
Dan O’Connell’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/droconnell/
Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss
Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI
(00:00) Preview and Introduction
(01:33) Mind Studio by YouAI
(03:46) Artificial Intelligence in Business Communications
(10:54) Building Sentiment Analysis and Custom Models
(19:35) Managing Costs and using AI in Business
(23:47) AI Disrupts CRM Market?
(30:56) Mind Studio by YouAI -
#137 Raul Martynek: How AI Will Change Data Centers Forever
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On Episode #137 of Eye on AI, we dive deep into the world of data storage and its connection to AI. Join host Craig Smith as we unravel valuable insights shared by Raul Martynek, CEO of Data Bank, and explore the evolving landscape of data centers and their pivotal role in powering AI-driven innovations.
In this episode we discuss the history and significance of data centers, from their humble beginnings to their crucial role in today's data-driven world. Uncover how AI is driving the surging demand for data center capacity and the challenges the industry faces, including the impact of inflation and supply chain disruptions.
We talk about China's ambitious plans to bolster its semiconductor industry and its implications for data center growth. We also delve into the critical issue of power consumption driven by AI and its effects on global power grids
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the future of data centers and its synergy with AI.
Raul Martynek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raulmartynek
Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss
Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI
(00:00) Preview and Introduction
(01:43) Netsuite by Oracle
(06:10) Growing Demands for Data Centers
(12:35) Data Centres Before AI
(24:08) Industry Challenges and Market Trends
(29:20) AI’s Impact on Power Consumption
(36:00) Future of Databank
(40:20) AIs Impact on Data Centers
(44:34) Podcast Wrap-Up and Netsuite by Oracle -
#136 Mike Knoop: Zapier Co-Founder on The Power of AI in Automation
This episode is sponsored by MindStudio by YouAi. MindStudio is the best way to build an AI business. Start driving some serious revenue before everyone else. Mind Studio allows you to use conversational language to program incredibly powerful AI tools. No coding knowledge is needed to start your AI business.
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On episode #136 of the Eye on AI podcast, Craig Smith sits down with Mike Knoop, Co Founder of Zapier, a tool that simplifies workflows by connecting various apps and services, making automation accessible to a wide range of users.
In this episode, we dive deep into Mike's journey, from his early engineering days to building Zapier into a $5 Billion Dollar business. Zapier's capabilities have breached boundaries beyond just business process automation. Mike also shares heartening stories of it being used to prototype products and even kickstart businesses.
Discover how they managed to carve out a niche in the mid-market and growth stages, all while sticking to their low-cost user acquisition model.We also explore the revolution of language models in automating workflows and the transformative power of turning unstructured data into structured gems.
In the final segment, we navigate the competitive landscape for startups, shedding light on the unique struggles faced by AI startups and offering insights on how to make your mark amidst the giants. We also discuss the impact of AI on the market and how consumers can make sense of the plethora of AI offerings.
It's a conversation packed with invaluable insights on AI, automation, and business. Don't miss this chance to learn from an industry leader!
Mike Knoop’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeknoop
Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss
Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI
00:00 Preview
00:57 Introduction
01:38 MindStudio by YouAi
03:06 Mike’s Journey from Engineering to Zapier
10:35 Finding Market Fit for AI Tools
15:32 Integration of Language Models in Automation
22:48 How Does Zapier Leverage AI?
30:51 UI Roadmaps and Zapier's Evolving Market
35:01 Zapier’s Challenges and Competitors
40:16 Innovation and Differentiation in Startups
44:32 Rise in AI Startups
48:59 MindStudio by YouAi