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Google DeepMind: The Podcast

Me, myself and AI

Feb 22, 2022
35:31

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Quick takeaways

  • WaveNet voice synthesis technology can recreate human-like voices, including those of people with vocal impairments, providing a personal and identity-affirming experience.
  • AI can improve weather forecasting through the use of deep learning techniques, such as generative adversarial networks, to enhance rainfall prediction and aid in more precise flooding forecasts.

Deep dives

Wave Net Voice Synthesis Technology and its Impact

This podcast episode explores how Wave Net voice synthesis technology, trained on audio recordings, can recreate human-like voices, including those of people with vocal impairments. It highlights the emotional impact of hearing one's voice through this technology, as it serves as a personal and identity-affirming experience. The episode also discusses the use of neural networks in anticipating natural disasters, such as predicting catastrophic storms that lead to flooding. Additionally, it touches on how AI could transform the game of football, enabling coaches to simulate different scenarios and make informed decisions based on AI-generated predictions.

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