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The last barrier to enterprise adoption of AI was memory. Baking into every prompt what the algorithm needed to know, was enough to send business leaders scurrying for the Luddite hills. But now Google (with Gemini and DeepMind's Mustafa Suleyman) and Microsoft are promising AI with memory. This will change so much about how we use AI - and make things so much more effective, and efficient. Let's get stuck in!

Understanding human behaviour is critical to business success.

Behavioural science informs every growth stage and product decision - yet so few businesses pay any attention to human behaviour and psychology.

This new development makes a hugely insightful and practical corpus of psychological and behavioural data useful for everyone.

Tired of research and development (R&D) bottlenecks? Today's episode of AI Today explores how AI can supercharge product development by rapidly uncovering game-changing insights from mountains of data and even suggesting testable solutions, accelerating the journey from idea to market.

Discover how AI tools are democratising access to powerful insights, potentially levelling the playing field for smaller companies and fuelling a surge in innovation across all sectors.

I've tested 20 AI coding editors. My tech skills are basic, at best. None turned my ideas into apps.

That's when I found Databutton.

And now I'm an app developer.

Listen in to find out how Databutton has given the world's 8 billion inventors a chance to bring their ideas to life...

Here at AI Today, we know how to listen.

We spent hours analysing Lenny Rachitsky - host of Lenny's Podcast - interviewing pro prompt engineer Mike Taylor to bring you this deep dive into all the techniques, tools, and tactics to rock your business.

Enjoy this special edition of a very special show...

Botto's 15,000 curators are celebrating a big win this week after six of their carefully-chosen, pixel-pushed masterpieces, sold for more than $350,000 at a Sotheby's auction in New York. It's a story that belongs in a museum. Just when we thought it was safe to come out after NFTs' baffling popularity flare-up of the very early 20s, we're here again. At least Beeple created his own art...

Imagine if you had massive balls - crystal ones - to accurately forecast future business needs.

That's one of the thousands of ways autonomous agents - popularised in organisations of all sizes through Microsoft Copilot Studio - can build better businesses.

These agents can send reports to your senior leadership team identifying inefficiencies or opportunities across the organisation. Then the HR squad can decide whether to upskill colleagues or hire in new ones. All before shit hits the fan!

Autonomous agents will change everything, Taste the future on today's episode of AI Today!

Retrieval augmented generation is how we used to chunk content in huge corpuses of data. Now there's a new sheriff in town - contextual retrieval preprocessing, or contextual RAG. No more relying on keywords; now we're talking hidden relationships between data, which means you can better respond to context inside queries.

This isn't just about finding information faster, it's about understanding the meaning behind it. Imagine your knowledge base becoming a mind-reader, anticipating needs and delivering precisely what's required, instantly.

We're talking about boosting agent productivity, empowering them to become knowledge ninjas, and transforming customer interactions into personalized experiences. Get ready to unlock growth by maximizing efficiency and creating a customer service dream team!

Let's take a look at how the latest version of Copilot can change the game for your business.

Imagine a manufacturing company developing a new electric vehicle (EV) charging station. This complex process involves multiple steps and teams, using various applications and datasets.

Market research: Copilot can analyse large datasets and generate visualisations to quickly identify key insights by analysing market trends using Excel with Python to forecast demand, pricing, and competitor analysis.

Design and engineering: Copilot can summarise key design discussions from Teams meetings and highlight potential issues, saving engineers time, and facilitating quicker decision-making, by tracking changes and feedback, and summarising discussions, while engineers collaborate on designs using OneDrive and SharePoint.

Sourcing: Copilot compares supplier bids and contracts using OneDrive, ensuring compliance with internal policies. AI surfaces discrepancies and highlights areas needing attention, streamlining negotiation and contract finalisation.

Prototyping and testing: Share test results and feedback across teams using SharePoint and Teams. Copilot can automatically generate reports summarising test data from various sources and identify key performance indicators, helping engineers iterate designs efficiently.

Marketing and sales: Create compelling marketing materials and sales presentations using PowerPoint and Copilot. Copilot can generate presentation drafts based on product specifications, market research, and competitor analysis, ensuring marketing messages are impactful and consistent.

Another major development is Copilot Agents - completing seemingly disconnected tasks forming a single activity.

In the EV charging station development process, a critical step involves collecting and analysing customer feedback during the pilot testing phase.

Traditionally, this process is manual and time-consuming:

Technicians gather feedback from pilot customers through surveys, emails, or phone calls.

This data is collated and manually entered into spreadsheets or databases.

Data analysts then process this information to identify trends, issues, and areas for improvement.

These insights are then shared with engineering, design, and marketing teams.

Copilot Agents can radically transform this process by automating these tasks and unlocking unimaginable possibilities:

Automated feedback collection: A Copilot Agent could be deployed to automatically gather feedback from pilot customers through various channels like in-app surveys, SMS messages, or even voice assistants. This agent could be trained to understand natural language and extract key insights from customer responses.

Real-time data analysis: As the agent collects feedback, it can use Excel with Python to perform real-time data analysis, identifying recurring issues, sentiment trends, and feature requests. This eliminates the need for manual data entry and processing, providing instant insights.

Proactive issue resolution: The agent could be programmed to automatically generate support tickets for reported issues, routing them to the appropriate teams for resolution. It could even suggest solutions based on previous support interactions or knowledge articles, significantly speeding up the resolution process.

Personalised communication: The agent can also be used to communicate with customers proactively, acknowledging their feedback, providing updates on issue resolution, and even offering personalised tips or recommendations based on their usage patterns.

By automating tasks, connecting data, and surfacing insights, Copilot reduces time to market and enhances the final product.

If there's anyone left in the world yet to be convinced AI is changing it, have a chat with Meng To (@mengto on X). He just wrapped up Dreamcut.ai - what he calls his perfect video editor - after spending three months writing 50,000 lines of code with Anthropic's Claude AI.

The application is incredible. As is Meng's generosity - he's giving away the codebase.

Enjoy this deep dive into the amazing story of Dreamcut.ai.

Forget everything you thought you knew about AI assistants. We're not talking simple chatbots that can barely string a sentence together. Claude 3.5 Sonnet, the latest iteration of Anthropic's groundbreaking language model, can actually use computers like a human. It can see the screen, move the mouse, click, type, and even navigate complex software. Think about that for a second. An AI that can control your computer. That can access the vast world of information online, manipulate data, and even write and execute code. It's a power we've only dreamed of, and it's here now.

Engineering teams are frazzled. And we've all been down the Cursor, Aider, Cline, Bolt, and Replit rabbit roles questing for AI coding nirvana. But there are more potholes in the process than a worn-out highway. Enter Solver - self-proclaimed level 4 FSD for coding. Let's take this one for a spin...

Now anyone can know what everyone is doing in real time!

xAI's API gives you access to the 560Gb of data generated every day by the millions of users on X, formerly Twitter.

There are some fantastic opportunities to integrate this unique and ever-changing dataset into your applications.

And you've never before had access at scale to the thoughts and behaviours of your current and future customers.

Let's dive in!

Business is a spider's web of complex processes. And up until now, it's been super hard to get AI working on multi-task processes, without some PhD-level hacking which, unless you're using open source, locally-hosted LLMs, could come unstuck at any time.

Agora solves this. It suggests a rational approach to agentic AI by connecting the bots through a single communication protocol.

In turn, business tasks previously doable only by humans suddenly become perfectly feasible for our silicon siblings.

Super excited about this one. Please enjoy!

Podcast based on this research paper:

A SCALABLE COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL FOR NETWORKS OF LARGE LANGUAGE MODELS

Available at: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2410.11905

Efficiency. Productivity. Growth. That's why we're here. And on today's show, we're hitting all three with the force of a bullet train. 3 AI experts share how they create the best results, in three totally different ways. This is a listen that you can't afford to miss. Enjoy the show!

How product manager Tal Raviv saves a ton of time and generates incredible insights: https://creatoreconomy.so/p/how-experienced-pms-use-chatgpt-tal-raviv

Christopher Penn's advanced AI prompting: https://open.substack.com/pub/almosttimely/p/almost-timely-news-advanced-prompt

No more bad outputs with structured generation, with Remi Louf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNmfvN6S_n4

AI's made its name in the digital space. But thanks to Archetype AI, it's broken away from its silicon prison to learn about our physical world. Archetype's Newton, a Large Behaviour Model, is currently crunching data from sensors like cameras and radars to create a unified representation of the physical environment. This allows for real-time insights and predictions, enabling applications such as smarter homes, safer vehicles, and improved industrial processes. Archetype is currently working to make Newton accessible to everyone, allowing individuals and businesses to utilise its capabilities through an API and various applications.

Imagine a world where a doctor, armed with an AI-powered assistant, can diagnose diseases like pancreatic cancer earlier, potentially saving thousands of lives annually.

This isn't science fiction; it's the reality Microsoft is building through its AI for Health program.

This program, like a master conductor, is orchestrating an AI symphony with tools like cutting-edge imaging analytics, allowing AI to identify tumours often missed by the human eye.

It's not just about improving diagnoses, it's about improving access to healthcare too. Imagine a virtual health village, accessible 24/7, where AI-powered chatbots like 'Quitbot' can help people quit smoking or guide them through symptom triaging.

This vision is becoming a reality with Azure Health Bot, which can be easily customised to support a wide range of healthcare scenarios.

The power of these breakthroughs lies in the integration of diverse data types - medical imaging, genomic data, clinical records - all analysed by AI models in Azure AI Studio.

It's like having a super-powered detective, capable of analysing millions of clues at once, uncovering hidden patterns and insights that could revolutionise healthcare. This could lead to more personalised treatment plans, faster drug discovery, and a deeper understanding of complex health issues.

Microsoft is building a future where healthcare is more accessible, efficient, and effective - a future where AI empowers both patients and medical professionals to achieve better health outcomes.

Imagine your marketing team brainstorming hundreds of genuinely inspired ideas in seconds.

That's the potential of Thought Preference Optimisation (TPO), a new AI technology from Meta.

TPO is like giving your AI a brain. Unlike standard AI, which rushes to spit out the first answer, TPO takes time to 'think' things through. It generates internal thoughts, invisible to you, and uses them to refine its responses before presenting the best one.

This is a big development for marketing. In trials, TPO outperformed standard AI on key marketing and creative writing benchmarks.

Think of it as your AI team going through rounds of internal brainstorming and presenting you with only the most polished, effective ideas.

Here's a quick example:

Prompt: Write a tagline for a new brand of sustainable sneakers made from recycled ocean plastic.

Standard LLM Output:

Walk with the ocean.

TPO Output:

1. Internal Thoughts:

The tagline should be concise and impactful.

It should highlight the sustainability aspect.

It should appeal to the target audience who care about the environment and style.

Possible themes: ocean conservation, recycled materials, stylish and eco-conscious.

2. Tagline: Style that tides the world.

The standard LLM output is quick and direct, but lacks depth and creativity. It fails to convey the unique selling proposition.

The TPO output demonstrates a more deliberate and thoughtful process. The internal thoughts reveal how the AI considers different factors and explores potential themes before arriving at a tagline that is more creative, memorable, and relevant to the brand's mission.

When can you get your hands on this? While still under development, TPO builds on the latest AI research from Meta and OpenAI.

Find out more on the latest episode of AI Today...

Former Deloitte consultant Varun Kulkarni spent 8 months honing his application strategy to score a huge payday as a senior AI product manager gig with Cisco. On today's show we explore how he did it - so you can, too...

AI is a paradigm shift for thinking and understanding. Our old frameworks and models are being challenged into obscurity by a new way of looking at the world. And even the things we used to think of as a human-centred endeavour - inventing previously inconceivable things to change lives - can now be generated by our digital colleagues. Today's show is designed to be challenging; stick around to have your mind blown...

Spotify chiefs say 'work isn't where you are. It's what you do.' While Dell and Amazon say RTO - or GTFO.

The COVID-19 pandemic forced companies and employees to work remotely. In the wake of this disruption, employees and employers have found that remote work presents exciting opportunities.

For workers, remote work can provide greater flexibility, improved work-life balance, and a shortened commute. Employers can also benefit from reduced overhead costs, increased productivity, and access to a wider pool of talent.

However, remote work also poses some serious challenges. One of the biggest is maintaining communication and creating a sense of community among remote workers. Another challenge is ensuring that remote workers are not exploited and that their rights are protected.

This is the crux of the issue. When it comes to remote work, employees can feel more disposable since employers do not build the same level of empathy and relationships as they do with office workers. This is because remote workers are often "out of sight, out of mind." As a result, the lines between employee and contractor can become blurred.

Despite the challenges, remote work is here to stay. It is therefore vital to find ways to make it work for both employers and employees. This includes establishing clear communication channels, creating a sense of community, and ensuring that remote workers' rights are protected.

On today's AI Today we review an important discussion piece by Dario on the future of this world-changing technology.

What's the big idea? The one key message for business leaders from Dario Amodei's essay is to boldly embrace AI as a tool for accelerating positive change across diverse areas of human endeavour.

Amodei argues that AI, particularly the kind he calls "powerful AI", possesses immense potential to solve complex problems and improve human lives.

This message is interwoven throughout his discussions on curing diseases, alleviating poverty, improving governance, and even finding new sources of meaning in a rapidly changing world.

Amodei challenges business leaders to think beyond the typical applications of AI such as automation and data analysis.

He envisions AI as a proactive agent that can work alongside humans to design experiments, develop groundbreaking technologies, and even reshape economic models to create a more equitable society.

Amodei's vision of a "compressed 21st century," where decades of potential progress are achieved in a few short years, is a call to action for business leaders to be at the forefront of this transformative wave.

He stresses the need for collaboration between AI companies, governments, and civil society to ensure that these benefits are accessible to everyone.

While acknowledging potential risks and challenges, Amodei maintains an optimistic outlook on AI's potential to bring about a future marked by longer, healthier lives, greater economic opportunity, and a more democratic and just world.

This optimism is not naive; it is rooted in a deep understanding of the transformative power of previous technological revolutions and a belief in humanity's ability to steer technological progress towards positive ends.

Amodei's vision challenges business leaders to be not merely participants in the AI revolution, but architects of a future where AI serves humanity's highest aspirations.

Read Machines of Loving Grace by Dario Amodei: https://darioamodei.com/machines-of-loving-grace

On the latest episode of AI Today we're connecting the bots with OpenAI's Swarm, a breakthrough framework creating teams of AI agents to complete complex business tasks.

Discover how this innovative technology can revolutionise your customer service, boost efficiency, and unlock new levels of innovation.

10 things you'll learn by listening to the show...

Specialised AI "Agents" Working Collaboratively: Swarm employs a team of AI agents, each with unique skills, working together seamlessly on specific tasks.

Seamless "Handoffs" between Agents: As a task progresses, agents intelligently transfer it to the most suitable agent, ensuring optimal handling without human intervention.

Enhanced Customer Service: Swarm can intelligently route customer queries to the right specialist, eliminating frustrating transfers and improving satisfaction.

Increased Efficiency and Productivity: By automating tasks and streamlining workflows, Swarm allows human employees to focus on strategic, high-level work.

New Opportunities for Creativity and Innovation: Swarm empowers businesses to automate routine tasks, freeing up resources for creative exploration and innovation.

AI as a Partner, Not a Replacement: Swarm emphasises AI as a collaborative partner, augmenting human capabilities rather than replacing them.

Democratisation of AI: Swarm's lightweight design makes it accessible to businesses of all sizes, enabling them to build custom AI solutions.

Personalisation: Swarm has the potential to create truly personalised AI experiences that learn and adapt to individual preferences and needs.

Privacy and Control: Swarm's "stateless" nature (unless programmed otherwise) ensures that each interaction is treated as a fresh start, protecting user privacy.

Reliability Through "Graceful Degradation": Even if one agent encounters an error, the system continues functioning, handing off tasks or providing partial results.

#AI #OpenAI #Swarm #Innovation #Efficiency #CustomerService #AIForBusiness #Podcast

Imagine AI that can set its own goals and achieve them.

That's the power of agentic reasoning, and it's already being used to develop AI lawyers, software engineers, and medical scribes.

Discover how the rise of agentic reasoning is transforming the AI landscape, enabling AI systems to set their own goals and achieve them autonomously.

We delve into real-world examples of AI lawyers, software engineers, and medical scribes, highlighting the potential of agentic AI to disrupt industries and redefine the future of work.

Listen to the latest episode of AI Today to learn more about this groundbreaking development and how it can be used to transform your business.

#AI #AgenticReasoning #FutureofWork #AIinBusiness

This is a big, sprawling listen. So buckle in and get ready for a half-hour journey to the very heart of AI. We're focusing on the State of AI Report 2024 - hundreds of pages diving deep into where we are, how we got here, and where we're headed.

Want your whistle whetted? Open AI's dominance may be waning. AI is being used to predict mental health challenges. China is closing the gap in AI development despite GPU restrictions. We discuss these and other surprising findings from the State of AI Report 2024.

Also - did you know researchers are developing AI models that can run on your smartphone?

No more reliance on the cloud for AI processing! This is just one of the many exciting developments we're discussing on the latest episode of AI Today.

Tune in to learn more about the future of AI and how it will revolutionise your business.

#AI #Innovation #FutureOfWork

AI is reshaping our world at an incredible pace. Tune in to AI Today for a concise overview of the latest breakthroughs, including AI's role in the Nobel Prize in Chemistry and its transformative impact on the legal sector.

We'll also explore practical applications, like Amazon's AI-powered solution for delivery drivers.

And we've got a special report on vertical AI and how it's changing the game for businesses across all industries. Discover how custom AI solutions are transforming sectors like logistics and law, unlocking unprecedented efficiency and innovation.

Stay ahead of the curve with AI Today!

Businesses working with my favourite hosted LLM solution can now save 50% when sending over huge volumes of data for AI-nalysis. This and so much more on today's thrilling instalment of AI Today...

We regularly cover research papers that hallucinate a different future. Today we're covering code that's already in the world. Sure - there's a research paper ( https://arxiv.org/pdf/2312.03664 ). But we're already way beyond that.

Let's dive in!

We're about to blast off into the thrilling world of AI moonshots, where the seemingly impossible is not only conceivable but within reach.

This isn't your everyday AI news; it's a glimpse into a future where AI transcends its role as a mere tool and becomes a catalyst for unprecedented transformation...

• AI, the Maestro: Witness the rise of AI symphonies, where specialised AI models collaborate in real-time, harmonising their unique strengths to solve complex problems that have long eluded human understanding. (arXiv:2409.18014)

• The Simulation Singularity: Step into a virtual universe where AI conjures hyper-realistic simulations of any scenario imaginable, revolutionizing product development, risk assessment, and strategic planning across industries. (arXiv:2409.17652)

• Cars that Think: Buckle up for the next generation of self-driving vehicles, imbued with human-like intuition and decision-making capabilities, promising unparalleled safety and efficiency on our roads. (arXiv:2409.17659)

• The Conversational AI Revolution: Experience the magic of AI that learns and evolves through natural conversation, anticipating your needs and desires, becoming an extension of your own mind. (arXiv:2409.17534)

• AI, the Mathematical Oracle: Unravel the mysteries of the universe as AI conquers complex equations with lightning speed, unlocking breakthroughs in logistics, finance, and scientific research that were once deemed out of reach. (arXiv:2409.17500)

AI isn't just about automating tasks. It's about creating a digital version of yourself - an AI delegate - that can interact with the world on your behalf. Imagine having an AI negotiate your salary, charm your clients, or even navigate the complexities of online dating for you.

This episode dives deep into the groundbreaking research behind AI delegates, exploring how they could revolutionize our work and personal lives. We'll tackle the big questions: How do we ensure these AI act ethically and responsibly? How do we balance the convenience of delegation with the authenticity of human connection?

Get ready to be inspired and challenged as we explore the thrilling possibilities and potential pitfalls of a future where AI isn't just a tool, but an extension of ourselves.

Dive into the fascinating world of AI knowledge and discover how language models learn and retain information, going beyond simple language processing. This episode uncovers the secrets behind AI's ability to grasp complex relationships between information, adapt to new scenarios, and learn efficiently.

🧠 Beyond Buzzwords: We break down complex AI research papers into actionable insights for businesses.

💡 Efficiency Matters: Learn how AI is becoming faster, smarter, and more sustainable.

🚀 Real-World Impact: Discover how these advancements will revolutionise industries from healthcare to education.

Imagine a world where you know exactly when it will rain on your street, down to the minute.

Where businesses can plan with near-perfect weather foresight, and where life-saving storm warnings arrive with unprecedented accuracy and lead time.

This isn't science fiction—it's the cutting-edge reality of AI-powered weather forecasting.

AI models are already outperforming traditional weather prediction methods, potentially revolutionising a $7 billion industry.

In this episode of AI Today, we dive deep into the transformative world of AI weather forecasting. From WeatherFormer's ability to decode the 'language' of weather data to the AFNO's (Adaptive Fourier Neural Operator's) grasp of complex spatial relationships, we're uncovering how these AI marvels are reshaping our understanding of the atmosphere.

Join us as we explore a future where weather prediction is not just a science, but a superpower—one that could save lives, transform industries, and change the way we interact with our environment.

Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a business leader, or simply someone who's ever been caught in unexpected rain, this episode is your window into a future where the weather holds no surprises.

Don't just forecast the future—be part of shaping it.

In a world where artificial intelligence is reshaping industries at breakneck speed, staying ahead of the curve isn't just an advantage—it's a necessity. Did you know that by 2030, AI is projected to contribute a staggering $15.7 trillion to the global economy?

In this episode of AI Today, we dive deep into the transformative power of Large Language Models (LLMs), from revolutionizing healthcare diagnostics to autonomously improving urban traffic flow.

We explore how these AI marvels are becoming more efficient, running on smartphones instead of supercomputers, and even challenging our understanding of mathematics itself.

But with great power comes great responsibility. Join us as we unravel the complex tapestry of AI's potential, its limitations, and the crucial need for ethical implementation. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a business leader, this episode is your roadmap to navigating the AI revolution.

Don't just witness the future—be part of shaping it.

The ability to accurately detect and interpret human emotions using AI and fNIRS technology has far-reaching implications for businesses across various sectors. This breakthrough could revolutionise customer experience, product development, and marketing strategies. Today's episode explores emotion recognition AI, and so much more...

Dive into the future of AI-powered business growth with our latest episode of AI Today.

We explore groundbreaking developments in context-aware chatbots and culturally sensitive AI that are set to revolutionise customer interactions and global operations.

Discover Kabor, an innovative AI system that understands conversation context, potentially transforming customer service by providing tailored solutions and reducing frustration.

Learn how this technology could dramatically improve customer satisfaction and retention, leading to significant business growth.

We also delve into cutting-edge research on AI that comprehends cultural nuances in non-verbal communication.

Find out how this advancement could help businesses expand globally, avoiding cultural faux pas and building stronger international relationships.

From enhancing customer experience to facilitating smooth cross-cultural business operations, this episode unveils how embracing these AI technologies can give your business a competitive edge in an increasingly connected world. Don't miss out on these insights that could fuel your company's next big leap forward

AI Today is your gateway to the cutting-edge world of artificial intelligence.

Join us as we unpack the latest research and innovations in AI, from context-aware chatbots to culturally sensitive algorithms.

Our expert hosts break down complex concepts into digestible insights, exploring how these advancements can revolutionise businesses and shape our future.

Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a business leader, or simply curious about the tech transforming our world, AI Today delivers the knowledge you need to stay ahead of the curve.

In this episode of AI Today, we explore the fascinating intersection of AI and agriculture. Discover how AI-powered robots are revolutionizing avocado picking, ensuring delicate handling and reducing waste. We delve into the world of image recognition, where AI can assess crop health, identify pests, and even predict yields with remarkable accuracy. We also uncover the potential of food knowledge graphs to personalize nutrition and inspire culinary creativity. Join us as we discuss the challenges of data transmission in remote farming locations and the innovative solutions being developed. We'll also explore how AI is optimizing irrigation, generating synthetic data for training, and addressing critical issues like data privacy and inclusivity. Tune in to learn how AI is transforming agriculture and shaping the future of food production.

Dive into cutting-edge AI applications revolutionising industries. From optimizing wireless networks to enhancing medical imaging and surgery, AI is transforming daily life and healthcare. Discover how "chain of thought" prompting is making AI more efficient and accessible. This episode offers invaluable insights into AI's current capabilities and future potential for business innovation.

Dive into the cutting-edge world of AI and robotics, where machines are learning to adapt like humans. From robotic memory to zero-shot learning, discover how AI is revolutionizing industries and redefining work. This episode challenges you to envision a future where AI enhances human potential, urging business leaders to engage critically with these transformative technologies.