AI Inside

Grace Yee, Senior Director of Ethical Innovation at Adobe, leads the charge in ethical AI practices. She discusses Adobe’s core principles of accountability, responsibility, and transparency in AI. The conversation touches on the importance of human oversight and using AI as a creative tool, not a final solution. Additionally, they explore recent shifts in AI policies from Meta and Google, and the significance of collaborating with policymakers for responsible AI legislation. Grace emphasizes the need for continuous engagement and feedback in shaping future AI technologies.

Lev Manovich, a computer science professor at CUNY and co-author of "Artificial Aesthetics," explores the relationship between AI and artistic creativity. He delves into how AI can be a collaborator or a competitor for artists, reshaping our concepts of creativity and authorship. The conversation highlights the urgent need for artists to engage deeply with AI tools while navigating the changing landscape of the art world. They also discuss the competitive rise of DeepSeek, a game-changing AI company that’s impacting traditional tech giants.

Explore the ambitious $500 billion Stargate project aimed at boosting U.S. AI infrastructure. Discover how China's DeepSeek model is challenging Silicon Valley’s dominance. Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked unveils exciting AI agents set to enhance smartphones. Google introduces innovative education tools tailored for classrooms. Delve into the implications of cognitive offloading and its effects on critical thinking skills. Hear a compelling story of AI’s role in diagnosing a rare medical condition, highlighting its potential in healthcare.

Greg Epstein, the Humanist chaplain at Harvard and MIT and author of "Tech Agnostic," explores the intersection of technology and ethics. He critiques tech worship culture, arguing that society’s reverence for AI mirrors religious devotion. The discussion highlights the need for ethical engagement with tech to avoid perpetuating inequalities. Epstein also touches on current AI policies under the Biden administration and delves into the legal battles faced by major companies like OpenAI and Meta.

Dive into the world of AI advancements with NVIDIA's groundbreaking GPU announcements and Samsung's latest AI-enhanced devices. Discover the unexpected benefits of the Rabbit R1, especially for individuals with disabilities. Hear insightful discussions about the future of AI, including the potential of superintelligence and its impact on creativity. Explore how AI is reshaping consumer electronics, from personalized TVs to smart appliances, while debating the serious implications of AI's evolution for society.

Jason and Jeff dive into the biggest winners and losers of AI in 2023. Nvidia shines brightly, while OpenAI experiences its ups and downs. They break down the ongoing challenges of AI hallucinations and explore revolutionary tools for creators. The conversation includes noteworthy developments from Intel and Google, alongside intriguing new devices like the Rabbit R1. They also share predictions for the AI landscape in 2025, emphasizing both the excitement and uncertainty that come with rapid advancements in technology.

In this year-end review, Jason Howell and Jeff Jarvis examine the importance of AI to the tech story of 2024. From the biggest trends, to the ongoing fight over copyright and training data, to safety and regulation, and the moving goalposts of AGI.🔔 Support the show on Patreon!CHAPTERS:0:05:52 - Trends0:06:07 - Multimodality0:14:17 - RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation)0:24:38 - From chatbots to Agents0:29:48 - From summary to creation0:35:38 - Creativity and quality0:39:05 - Search0:43:33 - Copyright and the ongoing fight over training data and fair use0:50:50 - AGI: Around the corner or BS?0:56:43 - Regulation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the new 1-800-CHATGPT phone service, offering a unique way to connect with AI. Unpack the advancements in Google's Imagen 3 and Veo 2 technologies, making a splash in image and video generation. Explore the ethical dilemmas of anthropomorphizing chatbots like Claude, especially when it comes to emotional support. Additionally, delve into the complexities of AI training and copyright legislation that could reshape the industry. Finally, hear about the potential of tools like Notebook LM for enhancing writing and creativity.

Jason Howell and Jeff Jarvis discuss Jason's exclusive look at Google's Project Astra glasses, the new $200/month ChatGPT Pro tier, OpenAI's Sora and Canvas tools, Reddit's AI data licensing revenue, and more!🔔 Support the show on Patreon!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor.NEWS0:02:40 - I tried out Android XR, Google’s latest attempt to take on Meta and Apple0:18:02 - Introducing Gemini 2.0: our new AI model for the agentic era0:32:46 - 12 days of OpenAI0:33:13 - OpenAI's o1 lies more than any major AI model. Why that matters0:40:22 - OpenAI makes canvas, its editing tool, available to everyone0:44:29 - Today, day 6: Advanced voice with video & Santa mode0:50:44 - Meet Willow, our state-of-the-art quantum chip0:54:34 - How Years of Reddit Posts Have Made the Company an AI Darling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Howell and Joe Braidwood, co-founder and CEO of Yara AI, explore the creation of Yara, the challenges in current mental health services, AI's potential in making mental wellness accessible, ethical AI design, and the importance of safety in AI healthcare applications. 🔔 Support the show on Patreon! http://patreon.com/aiinsideshowYara AI 0:03:00 - Introduction of guest Joe Braidwood, co-founder and CEO of Yara AI 0:05:14 - Exploration of the connection between SwiftKey and Yara AI 0:09:06 - The evolution of ELIZA to where we are now with AI chatbots 0:11:50 - Joe's drive to develop Yara came out of personal experience 0:15:26 - Using a GPT as a replacement for a therapist 0:20:50- How to tackle the amnesic quality of LLMs in a therapeutic application0:27:10- Jason's experience with the open beta of Yara 0:29:06 - Joe's live demo of Yara 0:32:14 - What is emotional intelligence and empathy when an AI provides it? 0:37:42 - The accessibility and inequality problem with mental health services 0:40:34 - How does Yara manage the problem of hallucinations? 0:50:20 - Peter Hames hired by Microsoft AI0:55:55 - Closing the loop to the SwiftKey days Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices