Eye On A.I.

Professor André van Schaik discusses DeepSouth, a brain-scaled neuromorphic computing system simulating 100 billion neurons in real-time. The conversation delves into spiking neurons, synapses, FPGAs, and the potential to transform AI models. Discover the unique hardware setup, testing on excitation-inhibition networks, and how this technology could facilitate large-scale simulations. Explore the intersection of neuroscience, AI, and computational technology.

William Falcon, ML model deployment expert, discusses Lightning Studio, a cloud-based AI platform. He explains PyTorch Lightning's evolution, democratizing AI development. The podcast explores coding on the cloud, AI deployment challenges, and the rapid growth of the PyTorch Lightning community.

Dragomir Anguelov from Waymo discusses the future of autonomous driving, highlighting advancements in machine learning, challenges of scaling complex systems, and breakthroughs in deploying robotaxis. He explores the evolution of neural networks and the convergence of AI, robotics, and transportation for developing safe and reliable self-driving cars.

Join philosopher Nick Bostrom as he discusses the existential and societal implications of AI surpassing human capabilities, questioning human purpose in a world run by AI. Explore the risks, ethical considerations, and philosophical dilemmas of AI evolution. Delve into the potential challenges of finding fulfillment and meaning in a society where AI handles all tasks, from basic chores to deep personal understanding.

Thomas Lah, expert in AI adoption in tech businesses, discusses AI integration in tech companies, challenges of data management, and evolution of business models. Learn how leading tech giants are using AI to redefine efficiency and growth, and the role of benchmarking in navigating the AI revolution.

Ylli Bajraktari, President of the Special Competitive Studies Project, discusses the US-China AI race, CHIPS Act, offset X strategy, and National Plan for Microelectronics. Explore the NSCI, China's semiconductor plan, and AI's impact on national security in this insightful episode.

Terry Sejnowski, President of the NeurIPS Foundation, discusses the future of neural networks in AI, integrating human brain aspects into models, reinforcement learning challenges, ethical considerations, and neuromorphic engineering. The podcast delves into societal impact, industry reshaping, and the potential of neuroscience to inform AI development.

Explore the world of generative AI models and diffusion models with Björn Ommer. Learn about stable diffusion, making AI accessible on consumer hardware, open-source vs proprietary development, and the societal impact of generative AI. Delve into perception dynamics, evolution of AI models, vision processing, architecture blends, and the fallacy of scaling in AI development.

Discover the latest advancements in AI-controlled robots with Sergey Levine, exploring reinforcement learning and embodied AI. Learn about the RTX project enhancing robots' ability to perform diverse tasks. Dive into the intersection of AI, robotics, and the quest for adaptable machines revolutionizing technology.

Discover how Perplexity AI aims to revolutionize online search by providing direct answers instead of links, the challenges in developing a reliable search engine, and the intersection of AI, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the quest for information retrieval.