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Eye On A.I.

Eye On A.I.

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.

Available Episodes 10

This episode is sponsored by Celonis, the global leader in process mining. AI has landed and enterprises are adapting. To give customers slick experiences and teams the technology to deliver. The road is long, but you’re closer than you think.

Your business processes run through systems. Creating data at every step. Celonis recontrusts this data to generate Process Intelligence. A common business language. So AI knows how your business flows. Across every department, every system and every process. With AI solutions powered by Celonis enterprises get faster, more accurate insights. A new level of automation potential. And a step change in productivity, performance and customer satisfaction Process Intelligence is the missing piece in the AI Enabled tech stack.

Go to https:/celonis.com/eyeonai to find out more. On episode #141 of Eye on AI, Craig Smith sits down with Arjun Subramonian, a PhD student hailing from UCLA, with a focus on AI fairness and ethics. Arjun's work encompasses the intricate intersections of machine learning, algorithmic fairness, social justice, and ethics, all while ensuring inclusivity and equity in the realm of technology.

In this episode, we embark on a journey through the power of technology, exploring the potential biases in tech development. Arjun shares his personal journey from Silicon Valley to academia, shedding light on the challenges faced as a transgender researcher. 

Arjun guides us through the ways technology can have a positive impact, from using neo-pronouns to fostering inclusive environments for the queer community. We also venture into the complexities of democratizing AI research, the risks of AI misuse, and the limitations of the scientific method.

Our conversation wraps up by emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and equity in the global context, underlining the need for cross-globe communication in building a more inclusive, equitable technology landscape.

 

Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss

Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI

 

00:00 Preview and Celonis Ad

03:12 Promoting LGBTQ+ Inclusion in AI

15:29 Decentralized Organizations

22:29 Pitfalls of AI and Academia

30:59 AI Evolution and Challenges of Inclusion

38:26 Intersectionality and Inclusivity in AI

45:20 Celonis

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

 

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.

Sign up now- https://bit.ly/MindStudioEyeonAI

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

This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Shopify is a commerce platform that allows anyone to set up an online store and sell their products. It’s the leading commerce platform designed for a business of any size. Whether you’re selling online, on social media, or in person, Shopify has you covered on every base. With Shopify you can sell physical and digital products. You can sell services, memberships, ticketed events, rentals and even classes and lessons.

Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at http://shopify.com/eyeonai

 

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

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.

Sign up now- https://youai.ai/mindstudio

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

This episode is sponsored by Netsuite by Oracle, the number one cloud financial system, streamlining accounting, financial management, inventory, HR, and more.

Download NetSuite’s popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance - absolutely free at NetSuite.com/EYEONAI

 

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

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.

Sign up now- https://youai.ai/mindstudio

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

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.

Sign up - YOUAI.AI/mindstudio

On episode #135 of the Eye on AI podcast, Craig Smith sits down with Diaa El All, founder and CEO of Soundful, an AI tool that generates royalty free background music at the click of a button for your videos, streams, podcasts and more.

From its integration with natural language processing to major industry partnerships, Soundful is paving the way for creators to not just produce, but also to monetize their content without worrying about being copyright striked.

As we venture into the future of music production and licensing, we question the impact of AI on the music industry and what it means on the business side as well. We breakdown how AI can enable musicians to boost their creativity by drawing inspiration from generative AI music.

Finally, we delve into the debate surrounding the role of imperfections in crafting a successful song. Imperfections have long been considered an integral part of what makes music human and relatable. Is perfection still the goal, or is there room for quirks and idiosyncrasies in AI-generated music?

Tune in as we unravel the transformative power of AI in reshaping the music industry and propelling its evolution.

 

Diaa El All LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diaaelall/

Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss

Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI

 

(00:00) Preview and Introduction

(01:36) MindStudio by YouAI

(03:53) Soundful’s Origin Story

(06:25) Can Creators Benefit From AI Music?

(16:24) Who uses Soundful?

(25:50) Future of Music Production and Licensing

(33:16) How AI Creates Music

(37:15) MindStudio by YouAI

This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Shopify is a commerce platform that allows anyone to set up an online store and sell their products. It’s the leading commerce platform designed for a business of any size. Whether you’re selling online, on social media, or in person, Shopify has you covered on every base. With Shopify you can sell physical and digital products. You can sell services, memberships, ticketed events, rentals and even classes and lessons.

Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at shopify.com/eyeonai   On episode #134 of the Eye on AI podcast, Craig Smith sits down with  Alex Zhavoronkov, founder and CEO of Insilico Medicine. Being at the forefront of cutting-edge drug discovery and longevity, Alex leverages the power of AI to develop novel drugs that could potentially extend our lifespan. 

In this episode we explore the unique tools Insilico Medicine uses to hypothesize protein targets and their links to diseases. Alex also gives us a peek into their automated robotic lab in Suzhou, China, which is expected to revolutionize drug development. 

We delve deep into the world of drug discovery, with a special focus on Insilico Medicine’s tools, Pandomics, and Chemistry42, that are reshaping the field. Yet beyond the science, we also discuss the broader implications of tackling aging - from overpopulation to the strain on healthcare and social security systems.

Finally, we tackle the elephant in the room - the challenges in the pharmaceutical industry. Can AI expedite the drug discovery process? Alex certainly thinks so. We explore how AI can help identify partners quickly, streamline processes, and ultimately accelerate the development of drugs. 

Join us as we unravel these mysteries and take you through the fascinating world of biotech, AI, and pharmaceutical research.

 

(0:00) Preview

(01:36) Shopify

(04:26) AI's Revolutionizing Drug Discovery

(06:11) Inside AI Pharmaceutical Research

(12:23) Use of AI tools in Medicine

(19:56) Biotech Synergy: Collaborative Exploration and Target Discovery

(37:17) Decoding Aging with AI

(46:52) Aging, Overpopulation, and Drug Breakthroughs

(1:07:33) Pharmaceutical Industry Challenges

(1:20:42) How AI is Advancing Longevity through Medicine 

 

Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss

Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI

This episode is sponsored by Netsuite by Oracle, the number one cloud financial system, streamlining accounting, financial management, inventory, HR, and more. Download NetSuite’s popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance - absolutely free, at NetSuite.com/EYEONAI.

On episode #133 of the Eye on AI podcast, Craig Smith sits down with Michael Jordan. A revered scientist and distinguished professor at the University of California, Berkeley, Michael’s expertise spans machine learning, statistics, and artificial intelligence.

In this episode we explore the intricate landscape of deep learning, its statistical bedrock, and the myriad applications of machine learning methods. We dig deeper into the cloud computing revolution, ignited by deep learning, which has empowered behemoths like Amazon to streamline their logistics and commerce data.

The dialogue continues as we uncover the trends in deep learning, its role in the grand scheme of AI, and the persisting challenges in the domain.

We conclude by contemplating the repercussions of AI and optimization in complex systems. We examine its historical roots in the mid-20th century, its potential to replace jobs, and its application in various sectors such as financial markets, healthcare, and education.

(00:00) Preview

(01:00) Introduction

(01:36) NetSuite by Oracle

(03:53) Deep Learning Advancements in AI

(12:56) AI Optimization in Complex Systems

(28:53) Future of Machine Learning in Healthcare

(39:45) Privacy and Value in Multi-Agent Learning

(54:48) Learning Systems, Avatars, and Music Business

(1:02:20) Single Source of Truth for Business Owners

(1:04:28) NetSuite by Oracle

Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI