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Weekly Matters

This week’s AI news. And why it matters.

  1. Episode 15: November 29, 2024

    11/28/2024

    Episode 15: November 29, 2024

    n this episode of Weekly Matters, Nyssa Waters and Sean Muller explore major AI developments shaping industries and society. They discuss Amazon’s $4B investment in Anthropic, Salesforce’s AI pivot, and the challenges of integrating conversational AI like Alexa into practical workflows. They also delve into AI governance, societal impacts on jobs, and the accelerating race toward AGI. Tune in for insights on how these shifts impact businesses and what they mean for our future.

    35 min
  2. Episode 14: November 22, 2024

    11/21/2024

    Episode 14: November 22, 2024

    In this episode of "Weekly Matters," Adam Ross-Murphy, Head of Customer Solutions at Being AI, and Caleb Perelini, Consultant and Head Researcher, dive into the evolving landscape of generative AI. They discuss the rapid advancements in AI technology, including its applications in software development, customer support automation, and process automation. The conversation also touches on recent updates from major AI research firms and the potential implications of government regulations, such as the EU AI Act. Tune in as they explore both the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI into various industries, and what it means for the future of work and business.

    44 min
  3. Episode 12: November 8, 2024

    11/07/2024

    Episode 12: November 8, 2024

    Caleb Perelini and Andy Higgs explore tech nationalism, AI-driven marketplaces, and the rise of peer-to-peer tourism. From Indonesia’s tech ban on Google Pixel and iPhone 16 to India’s booming tech scene, they discuss how these trends empower local markets and reshape global economies. Tune in to see how AI is transforming the digital landscape for businesses in Australia, New Zealand, and beyond.

    37 min
  4. Episode 11: November 1, 2024

    10/31/2024

    Episode 11: November 1, 2024

    In Episode 11 of Weekly Matters, David and Andy explore the exciting world of agentic AI and its impact on the future of business in New Zealand and Australia. They break down how AI agents, which can reason, plan, and execute tasks autonomously, are set to transform industries—from automating repetitive tasks to making business operations smarter and faster.  The conversation covers the potential of Project Treehouse, a groundbreaking initiative by Being AI, designed for seamless AI-to-AI communication without relying on outdated human interfaces. They also discuss the ‘innovator’s dilemma,’ the challenge of trust in AI, and how agentic AI could redefine business models by reducing the need for traditional advertising and improving operational efficiency.  Whether you’re a business leader or just curious about the future of AI, this episode is packed with insights on how to stay ahead in an AI-driven world.

    36 min
  5. Episode 10: 25 October 2024

    10/24/2024

    Episode 10: 25 October 2024

    In this episode of Weekly Matters, Caleb and Adam dive into the latest advancements in AI and emerging technologies. They discuss Anthropic’s new AI agent functionality, Harvard’s groundbreaking cancer diagnosis model, and how AI is reshaping government services in New Zealand. The conversation also covers the ethics of AI in media—like replacing radio presenters—and explores the rising popularity of AI-generated music. Tune in for an insightful discussion on how these technologies are reshaping our world!

    41 min
  6. Episode 09: October 18, 2024

    10/17/2024

    Episode 09: October 18, 2024

    In this episode of Weekly Matters, we explore the latest AI news, including Google’s bold use of AI as a defence in their antitrust lawsuit and the geopolitical implications of the global AI chip race. Join us as we discuss what these developments mean for businesses in Australia and New Zealand, and why understanding AI’s impact is crucial for the future of work. Don’t miss out on insights that could shape your business strategy!

    41 min
  7. Episode 08: October 11, 2024

    10/10/2024

    Episode 08: October 11, 2024

    From AI-driven drug discovery to the future of job automation, we explore how these innovations are reshaping industries. Adam and Caleb break down what C-Suite executives need to know about enterprise AI adoption and the opportunities it presents. Don’t miss out on their expert insights into the technologies driving the next decade of growth and transformation.

    44 min
  8. Episode 07: October 4, 2024

    10/03/2024

    Episode 07: October 4, 2024

    In a week where the kiwi AI industry focused on the development of GovGPT, this week's Weekly Matters sees Nyssa Waters joined by Stefan Korn, CEO of Callaghan Innovation. Together they cover recent AI news and topics of interest including of course Callaghan’s release of GovGPT, the pace of AI innovation, unstructured data, the need for agile development, death of SaaS bloatware, the agentic world realising intuitive human-centric UX, the explosion of data centres, digital identity, and NZ’s potential in the world of AI.

    56 min
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