The Artificial Intelligence Show #69: AI Agents Will Soon Roam the Internet, 2023 State of AI Report, and Execs Say Half of Skills Obsolete in 2 Years Thanks to AI
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Oct 24, 2023 The podcast explores the rising influence of AI agents on the internet and their potential to transform digital work. A recent report reveals executives fear that half of today’s skills will soon be obsolete due to AI. A significant focus is placed on the impending misinformation crisis linked to AI-generated content, especially with the upcoming elections. Additionally, the discussion touches on recent legal challenges for AI companies and innovative advancements like DALL-E 3 becoming widely accessible. The urgency for AI training in the workforce is also emphasized.
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AI Agents' Potential Impact
- AI agents are autonomous systems that can perform online tasks, potentially replacing white-collar work.
- Early versions exist, but widespread impact is still some years away.
AI Agents for Speaker Sourcing
- Paul Reitzer uses speaker sourcing for MAICON as an example of AI agents' utility.
- Agents could automate this manual process, impacting offshoring and other business operations.
Planning for AI Agents
- Start planning for AI agents in mid-to-late 2024, similar to generative AI planning in late 2023.
- Experiment with early versions like HyperWrite's Personal Assistant to understand potential impacts.
