This episode’s guest is Sree Sreenivasan, and together with Lasse he focuses on the impact of generative AI and new communication technology on our modern societies.His substantial experience guiding complex public, educational and cultural organizations amid digital technological change is the backdrop for the conversation. It is these experiences that are challenged and contextualized through the lens of the current AI craze in this conversation with Lasse.In their company, you can explore topics such as: Generative AI’s impact on content creation, attention span and productivity.The motivations of tech companies and regulation – mission driven, profit driven or doing good?The example of Twitter: How individuals can be a problem in charge of big societal technology and media.AI's societal impact and future directions: Education, healthcare, communication transformation, global inclusivity and how we adapt to tech changes.We hope you will listen and are up for another conversation exploring big questions about the impact of AI. Do you want to learn more about Sree Sreenivasan?Sreenath "Sree" Sreenivasan is a distinguished figure in the realms of journalism and digital media. His career spans significant roles such as Chief Digital Officer at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Columbia University, and the City of New York. At Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, he was a professor focusing on new media, web design, and social media in journalism, demonstrating a commitment to evolving media landscapes. He also co-founded the South Asian Journalists Association, championing diversity in journalism.Sreenivasan's contributions have earned him recognition from prestigious publications like Fast Company, Newsweek, and AdAge. His advocacy for gender equality in professional settings, notably his stance against all-male panels at conferences, further highlights his commitment to inclusivity in the industry.In addition to his achievements, Sreenivasan is also a board member at Nobel Prize Outreach AB, connecting him with the esteemed Nobel Prizes. This role underscores his influence and leadership in the global arena of media and communications.

In this episode of "The Only Constant," host Lasse Rindom engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Steven Pemberton, a distinguished computer scientist with a lineage traceable to Alan Turing. They explore the evolution of artificial intelligence and question its ability to be genuinely intelligent. In this conversation you get anecdotes from Pemberton's career and insights into the future of human-computer interaction. And take part in a conversation that questions our current metrics for intelligence and the transformative impact of AI on society. In their company, you can explore topics such as:AI's Intelligence. The conversation delves into whether modern AI, such as generative models, can be considered truly intelligent. Steven and Lasse discuss the concept of 'stochastic parroting' versus genuine insight and contextual understanding.AI as an Internet Moment, where Steven and Lasse explore the transformative impact of AI on society, comparing it to the advent of the internet. They ponder its potential as a significant paradigm shift in how we interact with technology.Future of Human-Computer Interaction, where Pemberton shares his thoughts on the future evolution of human-computer interfaces. He considers developments in natural language processing, speech interaction, and the potential for thought-controlled interfaces.We hope you will listen and are up for a deep dive into the realm where technology meets human cognition. Do you want to learn more about Steven Pemberton?Steven Pemberton is a distinguished researcher in the field of computer science and information technology, with a long and rich history of contributions to the development of the internet and the web. He is affiliated with the Dutch national research centre Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI) in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, where he conducts research on interaction, declarative programming, and web technologies.In addition to his work on the web, Pemberton has also made significant contributions to other areas of computer science, such as the design of programming languages, having co-designed the language that Python is based on, and the study of human-computer interaction.As a speaker, Pemberton is known for his engaging and informative presentations, which draw on his deep knowledge of computer science and his passion for technology and cover both social and technological aspects of computing. His talks are always thought-provoking and entertaining, and he has been invited to speak at numerous conferences and events around the world. In 2023 he became an ACM Distinguished Speaker.A fuller bio is available on his website https://www.cwi.nl/~steven

In this very first episode you can meet automation expert Ian Barkin for a talk on how Generative AI is reshaping the world of automation, business, and IT.Lasse and Ian unravel the rapid evolution of AI and its impact on IT, business, and society. In their company, you can explore topics such as:The journey of automation from simple tools to self-operating machines, and the possibility that Robotic Process Automation (RPA) may become obsolete as technology advances.The era of democratized technology, where powerful AI tools are accessible to everyone, not just big companies.The shift from automation that mimics human tasks to AI that enhances and invents new ways of working.The big questions around AI: How do we keep it clear, safe, and fair?We hope you will listen and find the episode enlightening.Do you want to learn more about Ian Barkin? Ian Barkin is a distinguished authority in digital operations and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) with over 20 years in the field. He has shared his expertise globally as the author of RPA courses on LinkedIn Learning and co-author of the book "Intelligent Automation: Welcome to the World of Hyperautomation."Moreover, Barkin co-founded Symphony Ventures, a leading RPA service provider, steering the company until its acquisition by SYKES in 2018. He is an avid proponent of leveraging AI and RPA to revolutionize organizations and advocate for the worker of the future.