In A(i) Nutshell Andrew Davis & Chris Branch

This episode of the In Ai Nutshell podcast covers various topics in the world of AI, including the launch of the 2024 Olympics in Paris, the use of AI in beauty pageants, the release of the Kling video app, deepfake videos in politics, Meta's large language model, YouTube's generative music suggestions, and a heartwarming story about an individual using AI exoskeleton technology to carry the Olympic torch.  



 

In this episode, Andrew and Chris discuss the concerns raised by their co-host, Max, who believes that his generation (Gen Z) will face challenges and be 'effed up' in their late 30s and early 40s. They explore the impact of the internet and social media on different generations, the role of algorithms, and the potential consequences of AI advancements. The hosts also reflect on their own experiences with the internet and discuss the future prospects for their children. Overall, they ponder whether Max's concerns about the future of Gen Z are valid.  



 

The conversation explores the question of whether to focus on one platform or be present on multiple platforms. It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches and provides insights on how to navigate the decision-making process. The hosts also touch on the challenges of keeping up with new AI tools and the importance of finding a balance between specialization and being up-to-date with trends.  



 

OpenAI has released a five-step plan for achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI). AGI refers to AI that possesses general intelligence similar to humans.
The plan includes five stages:
- level 1 chatbots,
- level 2 reasoning and problem-solving,
- level 3 agents,
- level 4 innovators, 
- level 5 organizations.
 
The conversation focuses on level 3 agents, which involve two AIs communicating and solving problems without human intervention. The hosts discuss the skepticism surrounding the timeline for achieving AGI and the potential impact on jobs. They also mention the importance of being prepared for the advancements in AI.  



 

Sheerluxe faced intense backlash after introducing an AI editor to their team. The main concern was the potential loss of jobs for human journalists and the unachievable beauty standards set by the AI. However, the use of AI in content curation and editing is becoming more common across industries. Transparency and customer experience are key considerations when implementing AI. It remains to be seen how magazines and brands will navigate the use of AI in the future.  



 

Apple potentially trained AI models on YouTube content without consent, sparking controversy. Other AI news includes Meta summarizing posts with AI, a new law making it illegal to remove AI watermarks, Microsoft creating a dangerously realistic AI voice, and hospitals using AI to speed up patient care.