1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:01,640 Hey there, deep divers. 2 00:00:01,640 --> 00:00:04,440 Get ready for a wild ride into the world of AI. 3 00:00:04,440 --> 00:00:08,080 Because you've sent us a ton of fascinating articles this week. 4 00:00:08,080 --> 00:00:11,560 We're talking big moves from Google, 5 00:00:11,560 --> 00:00:15,240 some eyebrow-raising developments with AI robots, 6 00:00:15,240 --> 00:00:19,080 and even a startup that wants to make AI speak our language 7 00:00:19,080 --> 00:00:20,640 literally. 8 00:00:20,640 --> 00:00:22,480 It's a lot to unpack, that's for sure. 9 00:00:22,480 --> 00:00:24,360 But that's what we're here for, right? 10 00:00:24,360 --> 00:00:25,960 And given the sheer volume of news 11 00:00:25,960 --> 00:00:27,760 from the big players this week, I 12 00:00:27,760 --> 00:00:30,120 think it makes sense to maybe start with them 13 00:00:30,120 --> 00:00:32,800 and see how their moves are shaking the landscape. 14 00:00:32,800 --> 00:00:34,080 Sounds good to me. 15 00:00:34,080 --> 00:00:35,920 Let's start with the usual suspect, shall we? 16 00:00:35,920 --> 00:00:36,600 Sure. 17 00:00:36,600 --> 00:00:39,040 Google seems to always be in the AI headlines. 18 00:00:39,040 --> 00:00:39,560 Always. 19 00:00:39,560 --> 00:00:40,880 And this week is no exception. 20 00:00:40,880 --> 00:00:42,880 We've got this whole Gemini thing going on, right? 21 00:00:42,880 --> 00:00:43,380 Right. 22 00:00:43,380 --> 00:00:45,640 And this week's news really solidified 23 00:00:45,640 --> 00:00:49,120 that this is their big bet for the foreseeable future. 24 00:00:49,120 --> 00:00:52,280 They've moved the entire Gemini app team over to DeepMind. 25 00:00:52,280 --> 00:00:56,560 DeepMind as in their AI research powerhouse DeepMind. 26 00:00:56,560 --> 00:00:57,080 Exactly. 27 00:00:57,080 --> 00:00:58,000 What does that tell us? 28 00:00:58,000 --> 00:01:01,840 Well, beyond maybe Google really liking the letter D, 29 00:01:01,840 --> 00:01:06,760 it tells me they're serious about integrating Gemini deeply. 30 00:01:06,760 --> 00:01:09,840 Pun not intended, I swear, with their other AI tools 31 00:01:09,840 --> 00:01:11,280 and platforms. 32 00:01:11,280 --> 00:01:14,560 This could mean we'll see Gemini woven into everything 33 00:01:14,560 --> 00:01:17,120 from Android to Google Workspace. 34 00:01:17,120 --> 00:01:17,680 Wow. 35 00:01:17,680 --> 00:01:21,000 Imagine using your voice to ask your phone 36 00:01:21,000 --> 00:01:24,440 to summarize a meeting based on Gemini's understanding 37 00:01:24,440 --> 00:01:26,120 of what was discussed. 38 00:01:26,120 --> 00:01:29,120 Or even having it draft an email based on a few snippets 39 00:01:29,120 --> 00:01:30,200 of conversation. 40 00:01:30,200 --> 00:01:33,600 OK, that's getting into some seriously futuristic, almost 41 00:01:33,600 --> 00:01:35,000 sci-fi territory. 42 00:01:35,000 --> 00:01:35,480 Yeah. 43 00:01:35,480 --> 00:01:37,480 But it does make you think about what a world 44 00:01:37,480 --> 00:01:40,600 with that level of AI integration would actually look like. 45 00:01:40,600 --> 00:01:42,600 And that future may be closer than we think. 46 00:01:42,600 --> 00:01:43,100 Really? 47 00:01:43,100 --> 00:01:44,360 Speaking of things you sent over, 48 00:01:44,360 --> 00:01:46,440 Google's also making some interesting moves with Notebook 49 00:01:46,440 --> 00:01:47,080 LM. 50 00:01:47,080 --> 00:01:47,760 Oh, yeah. 51 00:01:47,760 --> 00:01:49,720 The new features they're rolling out, especially 52 00:01:49,720 --> 00:01:53,080 the guided conversations, seem particularly useful. 53 00:01:53,080 --> 00:01:54,800 I was actually really curious about that. 54 00:01:54,800 --> 00:01:55,240 Yeah. 55 00:01:55,240 --> 00:02:00,440 The ability to have an AI guide you through a complex document 56 00:02:00,440 --> 00:02:03,400 like a financial report or legal contract 57 00:02:03,400 --> 00:02:05,120 feels like it could be a game changer. 58 00:02:05,120 --> 00:02:07,520 It's like having an expert on hand 24-7 59 00:02:07,520 --> 00:02:10,040 to answer your questions and pull out the key insights. 60 00:02:10,040 --> 00:02:10,720 Exactly. 61 00:02:10,720 --> 00:02:13,680 It's about making AI more interactive. 62 00:02:13,680 --> 00:02:17,120 Moving beyond static summaries to a more dynamic exchange 63 00:02:17,120 --> 00:02:18,480 of information. 64 00:02:18,480 --> 00:02:21,160 And it's telling that Google is launching a business pilot 65 00:02:21,160 --> 00:02:23,000 program for Notebook LM. 66 00:02:23,000 --> 00:02:23,600 Oh, really? 67 00:02:23,600 --> 00:02:27,160 With over 80,000 organizations already using it, 68 00:02:27,160 --> 00:02:28,560 they're clearly onto something. 69 00:02:28,560 --> 00:02:30,880 It makes you wonder what took them so long to roll out 70 00:02:30,880 --> 00:02:31,760 a business version. 71 00:02:31,760 --> 00:02:32,640 Right. 72 00:02:32,640 --> 00:02:34,280 OK, enough about Google for now. 73 00:02:34,280 --> 00:02:34,680 OK. 74 00:02:34,680 --> 00:02:38,080 What else is happening in the world of big tech and AI? 75 00:02:38,080 --> 00:02:41,720 Well, Dropbox is trying to help us navigate the ever-growing sea 76 00:02:41,720 --> 00:02:45,200 of information with its new Dash for Business platform. 77 00:02:45,200 --> 00:02:45,760 Dropbox. 78 00:02:45,760 --> 00:02:46,240 Yeah. 79 00:02:46,240 --> 00:02:48,840 As in, store all my files and try 80 00:02:48,840 --> 00:02:51,480 to remember which folder I put them in, Dropbox. 81 00:02:51,480 --> 00:02:52,560 The one and only? 82 00:02:52,560 --> 00:02:54,880 I'll admit I didn't expect them to be on the cutting 83 00:02:54,880 --> 00:02:56,600 edge of the AI revolution. 84 00:02:56,600 --> 00:02:59,040 Yeah, they're kind of coming out of left field with this one. 85 00:02:59,040 --> 00:02:59,600 Right. 86 00:02:59,600 --> 00:03:01,720 But don't let the familiar name fool you. 87 00:03:01,720 --> 00:03:02,240 OK. 88 00:03:02,240 --> 00:03:04,320 They're tackling a very real problem. 89 00:03:04,320 --> 00:03:04,680 OK. 90 00:03:04,680 --> 00:03:05,920 Information overload. 91 00:03:05,920 --> 00:03:08,400 That's your business is essentially 92 00:03:08,400 --> 00:03:12,200 an AI-powered universal search engine 93 00:03:12,200 --> 00:03:15,040 that goes way beyond just finding files. 94 00:03:15,040 --> 00:03:15,400 OK. 95 00:03:15,400 --> 00:03:18,000 It's about understanding context. 96 00:03:18,000 --> 00:03:22,000 Imagine being able to ask it a question about a project 97 00:03:22,000 --> 00:03:26,360 and having it pull answers from your emus, your Dropbox files, 98 00:03:26,360 --> 00:03:28,280 even your browser history. 99 00:03:28,280 --> 00:03:28,720 Wow. 100 00:03:28,720 --> 00:03:33,000 All without you having to lift a finger to actually find 101 00:03:33,000 --> 00:03:34,240 the specific documents. 102 00:03:34,240 --> 00:03:36,120 And he can actually understand what you're asking. 103 00:03:36,120 --> 00:03:36,960 That's the goal. 104 00:03:36,960 --> 00:03:37,240 OK. 105 00:03:37,240 --> 00:03:38,640 All about context. 106 00:03:38,640 --> 00:03:41,160 Not just spit out a random assortment of files 107 00:03:41,160 --> 00:03:42,440 that contain the words you use. 108 00:03:42,440 --> 00:03:43,080 Exactly. 109 00:03:43,080 --> 00:03:45,720 It's trying to be smarter than your average search bar. 110 00:03:45,720 --> 00:03:48,680 That would be amazing, especially if it works as well 111 00:03:48,680 --> 00:03:49,520 as they claim. 112 00:03:49,520 --> 00:03:51,280 That's the million dollar question, isn't it? 113 00:03:51,280 --> 00:03:51,600 Right. 114 00:03:51,600 --> 00:03:53,480 But they are putting a lot of emphasis 115 00:03:53,480 --> 00:03:57,920 on the security aspects, which is crucial with advanced access 116 00:03:57,920 --> 00:04:00,160 controls and data encryption. 117 00:04:00,160 --> 00:04:00,400 OK. 118 00:04:00,400 --> 00:04:02,840 They're trying to address those concerns head on. 119 00:04:02,840 --> 00:04:03,480 It makes sense. 120 00:04:03,480 --> 00:04:03,800 Right. 121 00:04:03,800 --> 00:04:07,120 The more centralized and powerful these AI tools become, 122 00:04:07,120 --> 00:04:08,920 the more important security becomes. 123 00:04:08,920 --> 00:04:09,720 Absolutely. 124 00:04:09,720 --> 00:04:09,920 OK. 125 00:04:09,920 --> 00:04:14,080 Let's move on to another big player in the AI space, 126 00:04:14,080 --> 00:04:15,440 Meta. 127 00:04:15,440 --> 00:04:15,880 OK. 128 00:04:15,880 --> 00:04:16,720 Sure. 129 00:04:16,720 --> 00:04:19,960 They've been relatively quiet on the AI front lately, 130 00:04:19,960 --> 00:04:22,200 focusing more on their metaverse ambitions. 131 00:04:22,200 --> 00:04:24,720 Yeah, it's been all metaverse all the time with them. 132 00:04:24,720 --> 00:04:25,080 Right. 133 00:04:25,080 --> 00:04:27,240 But this week, they made a splash. 134 00:04:27,240 --> 00:04:27,640 Oh. 135 00:04:27,640 --> 00:04:30,320 By partnering with Blumhouse Productions, 136 00:04:30,320 --> 00:04:31,800 the horror movie studio. 137 00:04:31,800 --> 00:04:33,320 Meta and horror movies. 138 00:04:33,320 --> 00:04:34,360 Yeah. 139 00:04:34,360 --> 00:04:36,000 That's an interesting combination. 140 00:04:36,000 --> 00:04:38,000 It's an odd couple pairing, for sure. 141 00:04:38,000 --> 00:04:40,280 Are they making a virtual reality haunted house 142 00:04:40,280 --> 00:04:41,480 experience or something? 143 00:04:41,480 --> 00:04:43,040 Not quite. 144 00:04:43,040 --> 00:04:44,960 Although that doesn't sound like a terrible idea. 145 00:04:44,960 --> 00:04:45,360 Right. 146 00:04:45,360 --> 00:04:48,680 This partnership is all about their AI video generation 147 00:04:48,680 --> 00:04:50,160 model, MovieGen. 148 00:04:50,160 --> 00:04:50,640 OK. 149 00:04:50,640 --> 00:04:53,480 They're basically letting Blumhouse directors and creatives 150 00:04:53,480 --> 00:04:55,960 use it to experiment with new storytelling 151 00:04:55,960 --> 00:04:57,400 techniques and visual effects. 152 00:04:57,400 --> 00:05:00,080 So AI generated horror movies. 153 00:05:00,080 --> 00:05:02,280 I'm not sure if I should be excited or terrified. 154 00:05:02,280 --> 00:05:03,560 A little bit of both, maybe. 155 00:05:03,560 --> 00:05:04,920 But seriously, it does make you think 156 00:05:04,920 --> 00:05:07,360 about how these tools could change the filmmaking 157 00:05:07,360 --> 00:05:08,280 landscape. 158 00:05:08,280 --> 00:05:09,000 Absolutely. 159 00:05:09,000 --> 00:05:11,800 It's not about replacing human creativity, 160 00:05:11,800 --> 00:05:13,600 but rather augmenting it. 161 00:05:13,600 --> 00:05:16,320 Giving filmmakers new tools to push the boundaries 162 00:05:16,320 --> 00:05:17,400 of what's possible. 163 00:05:17,400 --> 00:05:17,960 That makes sense. 164 00:05:17,960 --> 00:05:18,480 Yeah. 165 00:05:18,480 --> 00:05:20,480 Speaking of unlikely partnerships, 166 00:05:20,480 --> 00:05:23,880 what's going on with Microsoft and OpenAI? 167 00:05:23,880 --> 00:05:26,560 Their little bromance seems to be on the rocks. 168 00:05:26,560 --> 00:05:27,640 It's complicated. 169 00:05:27,640 --> 00:05:28,640 Isn't it always? 170 00:05:28,640 --> 00:05:31,160 On the surface, they seem like the perfect match, right? 171 00:05:31,160 --> 00:05:31,600 Right. 172 00:05:31,600 --> 00:05:34,400 Microsoft gets a fruit roast seat to the AI revolution. 173 00:05:34,400 --> 00:05:34,960 Right. 174 00:05:34,960 --> 00:05:38,960 And OpenAI gets the deep pockets and resources it needs 175 00:05:38,960 --> 00:05:40,080 to keep the lights on. 176 00:05:40,080 --> 00:05:40,680 Right. 177 00:05:40,680 --> 00:05:43,040 But there's been growing friction, 178 00:05:43,040 --> 00:05:46,160 mostly stemming from financial pressures 179 00:05:46,160 --> 00:05:47,920 and differing visions for the future. 180 00:05:47,920 --> 00:05:48,920 OK, spill the tea. 181 00:05:48,920 --> 00:05:51,000 What's the real story behind this tech breakup? 182 00:05:51,000 --> 00:05:52,880 Well, OpenAI is burning through cash 183 00:05:52,880 --> 00:05:54,800 like it's going out of style, which 184 00:05:54,800 --> 00:05:57,280 is understandable given the resources required 185 00:05:57,280 --> 00:05:59,800 to develop these advanced AI models. 186 00:05:59,800 --> 00:06:01,960 Microsoft, while still a major investor, 187 00:06:01,960 --> 00:06:04,480 is starting to diversify its bets, 188 00:06:04,480 --> 00:06:06,960 investing in other AI companies, 189 00:06:06,960 --> 00:06:10,840 and even exploring its own in-house AI development. 190 00:06:10,840 --> 00:06:13,520 So it's a classic case of, it's not you, it's me, 191 00:06:13,520 --> 00:06:18,000 but in a multi-billion dollar AI-powered kind of way. 192 00:06:18,000 --> 00:06:18,560 Exactly. 193 00:06:18,560 --> 00:06:21,320 What does this mean for their partnership going forward? 194 00:06:21,320 --> 00:06:23,000 It's hard to say for sure. 195 00:06:23,000 --> 00:06:24,640 They're still contractually bound. 196 00:06:24,640 --> 00:06:27,960 And Microsoft has a significant stake in OpenAI success. 197 00:06:27,960 --> 00:06:28,480 Right. 198 00:06:28,480 --> 00:06:31,800 But this tension is definitely something to watch. 199 00:06:31,800 --> 00:06:32,160 OK. 200 00:06:32,160 --> 00:06:35,080 It highlights the high stakes and competitive nature 201 00:06:35,080 --> 00:06:39,000 of the AI field, where even the biggest players are constantly 202 00:06:39,000 --> 00:06:40,640 jockeying for position. 203 00:06:40,640 --> 00:06:42,040 It's like a high stakes toker game. 204 00:06:42,040 --> 00:06:42,920 It really is. 205 00:06:42,920 --> 00:06:44,960 But with algorithms and microchips instead 206 00:06:44,960 --> 00:06:46,560 of cards and poker faces. 207 00:06:46,560 --> 00:06:49,560 High stakes, high reward, and nobody's showing their hand. 208 00:06:49,560 --> 00:06:50,080 Exactly. 209 00:06:50,080 --> 00:06:51,240 Until they have to. 210 00:06:51,240 --> 00:06:53,680 Well, on that note, let's shift our focus away 211 00:06:53,680 --> 00:06:55,360 from the established giants for a bit. 212 00:06:55,360 --> 00:06:55,880 OK. 213 00:06:55,880 --> 00:06:58,760 And see what's happening in the world of AI startups. 214 00:06:58,760 --> 00:06:59,560 Sounds good. 215 00:06:59,560 --> 00:07:01,520 I hear things are getting pretty interesting over there. 216 00:07:01,520 --> 00:07:02,040 Oh, yeah. 217 00:07:02,040 --> 00:07:04,880 Things are really heating up in the startup world, 218 00:07:04,880 --> 00:07:08,480 ready to dive into the world of AI startups. 219 00:07:08,480 --> 00:07:10,880 Because we've got some fascinating stories lined up 220 00:07:10,880 --> 00:07:11,600 for you. 221 00:07:11,600 --> 00:07:14,160 Starting with a company that's caught the attention of gamers 222 00:07:14,160 --> 00:07:16,080 and tech enthusiasts alike. 223 00:07:16,080 --> 00:07:16,440 OK. 224 00:07:16,440 --> 00:07:17,480 I'm intrigued. 225 00:07:17,480 --> 00:07:18,640 What is this about? 226 00:07:18,640 --> 00:07:22,000 Is it that AI powered game mod we were talking about a while back? 227 00:07:22,000 --> 00:07:23,560 You're thinking of the Skyrim mod. 228 00:07:23,560 --> 00:07:24,160 Yeah. 229 00:07:24,160 --> 00:07:26,080 That was just the tip of the iceberg. 230 00:07:26,080 --> 00:07:29,720 It turns out that modders have been busy bees. 231 00:07:29,720 --> 00:07:33,960 Using AI to breathe new life into all sorts of games. 232 00:07:33,960 --> 00:07:34,600 Really? 233 00:07:34,600 --> 00:07:37,680 We're talking about everything from Skyrim and Stardew Valley 234 00:07:37,680 --> 00:07:39,920 to more obscure titles. 235 00:07:39,920 --> 00:07:41,720 Hold on back up a bit. 236 00:07:41,720 --> 00:07:45,680 For those of us who aren't glued to the gaming forums, 237 00:07:45,680 --> 00:07:48,200 what exactly are these AI mods doing? 238 00:07:48,200 --> 00:07:51,160 Are we talking about NPCs that actually hold conversations now? 239 00:07:51,160 --> 00:07:52,360 That's exactly it. 240 00:07:52,360 --> 00:07:52,920 Wow. 241 00:07:52,920 --> 00:07:55,760 These AI powered mods allow for much more 242 00:07:55,760 --> 00:07:58,880 dynamic and engaging interactions with the game world. 243 00:07:58,880 --> 00:07:59,360 OK. 244 00:07:59,360 --> 00:08:02,200 Instead of just spitting out prescripted dialogue, 245 00:08:02,200 --> 00:08:04,880 these AI characters can respond to your questions 246 00:08:04,880 --> 00:08:06,720 in a more natural, nuanced way. 247 00:08:06,720 --> 00:08:07,120 OK. 248 00:08:07,120 --> 00:08:10,600 They can offer opinions, tell stories, even crack jokes. 249 00:08:10,600 --> 00:08:11,040 OK. 250 00:08:11,040 --> 00:08:12,160 That does sound pretty cool. 251 00:08:12,160 --> 00:08:12,640 Yeah. 252 00:08:12,640 --> 00:08:15,320 It's like having a whole cast of virtual improv actors 253 00:08:15,320 --> 00:08:16,360 at your beck and call. 254 00:08:16,360 --> 00:08:18,360 But what about the technical side of things? 255 00:08:18,360 --> 00:08:20,720 How are these modders even pulling this off? 256 00:08:20,720 --> 00:08:24,000 Well, it's all thanks to advances in natural language 257 00:08:24,000 --> 00:08:26,040 processing and machine learning. 258 00:08:26,040 --> 00:08:26,320 OK. 259 00:08:26,320 --> 00:08:30,160 These AI models are trained on massive data sets of text 260 00:08:30,160 --> 00:08:33,480 and code, allowing them to understand and generate 261 00:08:33,480 --> 00:08:36,800 human-like language with surprising accuracy. 262 00:08:36,800 --> 00:08:37,560 Wow. 263 00:08:37,560 --> 00:08:41,000 It's the same technology that powers things like chat GPT. 264 00:08:41,000 --> 00:08:41,400 Right. 265 00:08:41,400 --> 00:08:43,160 Just applied to the world of gaming. 266 00:08:43,160 --> 00:08:44,880 So it's like chat GPT. 267 00:08:44,880 --> 00:08:47,800 But instead of writing poems and emails, 268 00:08:47,800 --> 00:08:52,520 it's helping you slay dragons and harvest virtual crops. 269 00:08:52,520 --> 00:08:53,320 It's pretty wild. 270 00:08:53,320 --> 00:08:54,960 An interesting application to be sure. 271 00:08:54,960 --> 00:08:56,720 But this does raise some interesting questions 272 00:08:56,720 --> 00:08:57,880 about the future of gaming. 273 00:08:57,880 --> 00:08:58,380 Yeah. 274 00:08:58,380 --> 00:09:00,800 Are we going to see more AI powered characters 275 00:09:00,800 --> 00:09:02,400 in mainstream games? 276 00:09:02,400 --> 00:09:04,160 That's the million dollar question, isn't it? 277 00:09:04,160 --> 00:09:04,400 Right. 278 00:09:04,400 --> 00:09:05,760 It's definitely a possibility. 279 00:09:05,760 --> 00:09:08,880 Imagine a world where every NPC you encounter 280 00:09:08,880 --> 00:09:12,000 has a unique personality backstory and the ability 281 00:09:12,000 --> 00:09:14,480 to engage in dynamic conversations. 282 00:09:14,480 --> 00:09:14,840 Wow. 283 00:09:14,840 --> 00:09:17,920 It could completely change the way we experience games, 284 00:09:17,920 --> 00:09:20,840 blurring the line between virtual worlds and reality 285 00:09:20,840 --> 00:09:21,840 even further. 286 00:09:21,840 --> 00:09:23,600 It's mind-blowing to think about. 287 00:09:23,600 --> 00:09:27,480 But while we're on the topic of AI and its potential impact, 288 00:09:27,480 --> 00:09:29,720 let's shift gears for a moment and talk about a story that's 289 00:09:29,720 --> 00:09:32,280 a bit more unsettling. 290 00:09:32,280 --> 00:09:32,800 OK. 291 00:09:32,800 --> 00:09:35,720 Remember that article you sent about AI robots being hacked? 292 00:09:35,720 --> 00:09:36,720 Ah. 293 00:09:36,720 --> 00:09:38,600 That one definitely sent chills down my spine. 294 00:09:38,600 --> 00:09:38,960 Yeah. 295 00:09:38,960 --> 00:09:43,640 That was a sobering reminder that with great power comes, 296 00:09:43,640 --> 00:09:46,360 well, the potential for things to go very wrong. 297 00:09:46,360 --> 00:09:47,040 Right. 298 00:09:47,040 --> 00:09:50,760 In this case, researchers were able to exploit vulnerabilities 299 00:09:50,760 --> 00:09:52,480 in AI powered robots. 300 00:09:52,480 --> 00:09:53,160 OK. 301 00:09:53,160 --> 00:09:55,000 Making them perform actions that went 302 00:09:55,000 --> 00:09:56,720 against their safety protocols. 303 00:09:56,720 --> 00:09:56,960 Wait. 304 00:09:56,960 --> 00:09:59,880 So they basically turned these AI robots rogue. 305 00:09:59,880 --> 00:10:01,080 Essentially, yes. 306 00:10:01,080 --> 00:10:03,440 That sounds like something straight out of a sci-fi thriller. 307 00:10:03,440 --> 00:10:04,520 It does a bit, doesn't it? 308 00:10:04,520 --> 00:10:06,320 What kind of actions are we talking about here? 309 00:10:06,320 --> 00:10:07,680 Well, in a controlled environment, 310 00:10:07,680 --> 00:10:09,960 it wasn't anything too catastrophic. 311 00:10:09,960 --> 00:10:10,680 OK. 312 00:10:10,680 --> 00:10:13,680 But it definitely highlighted the potential dangers. 313 00:10:13,680 --> 00:10:14,320 Right. 314 00:10:14,320 --> 00:10:17,920 They were able to make the robots ignore obstacles, 315 00:10:17,920 --> 00:10:22,200 move in unpredictable ways, even disregard direct commands 316 00:10:22,200 --> 00:10:23,360 from humans. 317 00:10:23,360 --> 00:10:23,760 OK. 318 00:10:23,760 --> 00:10:24,960 That's still pretty freaky. 319 00:10:24,960 --> 00:10:25,480 Yeah. 320 00:10:25,480 --> 00:10:27,840 It makes you realize that as much as we 321 00:10:27,840 --> 00:10:31,520 love to imagine the amazing possibilities of AI, 322 00:10:31,520 --> 00:10:34,120 we also need to be prepared for the potential downsides. 323 00:10:34,120 --> 00:10:34,760 Absolutely. 324 00:10:34,760 --> 00:10:36,640 We can't just focus on the cool factor 325 00:10:36,640 --> 00:10:38,560 and ignore the very real risks. 326 00:10:38,560 --> 00:10:39,200 Right. 327 00:10:39,200 --> 00:10:42,160 This incident underscores the critical importance 328 00:10:42,160 --> 00:10:44,760 of cybersecurity and ethical considerations. 329 00:10:44,760 --> 00:10:45,240 OK. 330 00:10:45,240 --> 00:10:47,960 As we integrate AI into our physical world. 331 00:10:47,960 --> 00:10:48,760 That's a good point. 332 00:10:48,760 --> 00:10:49,360 Yeah. 333 00:10:49,360 --> 00:10:50,120 OK. 334 00:10:50,120 --> 00:10:52,520 Let's move on to another fascinating story 335 00:10:52,520 --> 00:10:54,960 from the world of AI startups. 336 00:10:54,960 --> 00:10:55,960 OK. 337 00:10:55,960 --> 00:10:58,440 Remember that article about Worldcoin, the company that 338 00:10:58,440 --> 00:11:00,520 wants to scan everyone's eyeballs? 339 00:11:00,520 --> 00:11:01,280 Oh, yes. 340 00:11:01,280 --> 00:11:03,400 They've actually rebranded to World Network. 341 00:11:03,400 --> 00:11:03,720 Really? 342 00:11:03,720 --> 00:11:05,560 They've been trying to soften their image a bit. 343 00:11:05,560 --> 00:11:06,040 OK. 344 00:11:06,040 --> 00:11:09,280 But their goal remains the same, to create a global digital 345 00:11:09,280 --> 00:11:10,240 identity system. 346 00:11:10,240 --> 00:11:10,600 OK. 347 00:11:10,600 --> 00:11:11,880 Using iris scans. 348 00:11:11,880 --> 00:11:12,360 Wow. 349 00:11:12,360 --> 00:11:15,560 They're pitching it as a way to prove someone is a real human, 350 00:11:15,560 --> 00:11:16,400 not a bot. 351 00:11:16,400 --> 00:11:17,120 Right. 352 00:11:17,120 --> 00:11:21,240 And to potentially combat AI driven fraud and identity theft. 353 00:11:21,240 --> 00:11:22,760 That's a pretty ambitious goal. 354 00:11:22,760 --> 00:11:23,080 Yeah. 355 00:11:23,080 --> 00:11:25,040 I can see how it could be useful in theory. 356 00:11:25,040 --> 00:11:25,640 Yeah. 357 00:11:25,640 --> 00:11:28,160 But the privacy implications are pretty huge, right? 358 00:11:28,160 --> 00:11:28,720 Absolutely. 359 00:11:28,720 --> 00:11:31,480 Scanning the iris of every single person on earth. 360 00:11:31,480 --> 00:11:33,720 That sounds like something out of a dystopian novel. 361 00:11:33,720 --> 00:11:35,280 It's definitely raising some eyebrows. 362 00:11:35,280 --> 00:11:36,120 Yeah. 363 00:11:36,120 --> 00:11:38,880 On the one hand, proponents argue that it could 364 00:11:38,880 --> 00:11:42,400 revolutionize online security and make it much harder 365 00:11:42,400 --> 00:11:43,960 for bad actors to operate. 366 00:11:43,960 --> 00:11:44,320 Right. 367 00:11:44,320 --> 00:11:46,600 On the other hand, critics are concerned about the potential 368 00:11:46,600 --> 00:11:51,760 for abuse and misuse of such a vast database of biometric data. 369 00:11:51,760 --> 00:11:52,360 Right. 370 00:11:52,360 --> 00:11:54,040 What happens if it's hacked? 371 00:11:54,040 --> 00:11:54,440 Right. 372 00:11:54,440 --> 00:11:57,760 Or if governments use it for surveillance? 373 00:11:57,760 --> 00:11:59,480 Those are some seriously heavy questions. 374 00:11:59,480 --> 00:12:00,600 They are. 375 00:12:00,600 --> 00:12:03,240 It seems like with every step forward in AI, 376 00:12:03,240 --> 00:12:05,560 we're faced with even bigger ethical dilemmas. 377 00:12:05,560 --> 00:12:08,800 It's the double-edged sword of technological advancement. 378 00:12:08,800 --> 00:12:09,440 It is. 379 00:12:09,440 --> 00:12:11,520 But hey, that's why we're here, right? 380 00:12:11,520 --> 00:12:11,920 Right. 381 00:12:11,920 --> 00:12:13,280 Let's dive into these complex issues 382 00:12:13,280 --> 00:12:15,080 and hopefully come out a little bit wiser. 383 00:12:15,080 --> 00:12:15,920 That's right. 384 00:12:15,920 --> 00:12:18,280 Speaking of ethical dilemmas, remember that article 385 00:12:18,280 --> 00:12:19,800 about AI-powered scams? 386 00:12:19,800 --> 00:12:21,000 Oh, yeah. 387 00:12:21,000 --> 00:12:22,320 That's a whole other can of worms. 388 00:12:22,320 --> 00:12:23,320 Oh, man. 389 00:12:23,320 --> 00:12:25,040 That story was heartbreaking. 390 00:12:25,040 --> 00:12:28,800 The one where scammers used AI to mimic a son's voice 391 00:12:28,800 --> 00:12:31,560 and tricked his elderly parents into handing over 392 00:12:31,560 --> 00:12:32,680 their life savings. 393 00:12:32,680 --> 00:12:34,080 Exactly. 394 00:12:34,080 --> 00:12:36,760 That's the dark side of AI that keeps me up at night. 395 00:12:36,760 --> 00:12:37,160 Yeah. 396 00:12:37,160 --> 00:12:39,040 The technology is becoming so advanced 397 00:12:39,040 --> 00:12:40,440 that it's getting harder and harder 398 00:12:40,440 --> 00:12:43,240 to distinguish between what's real and what's fake. 399 00:12:43,240 --> 00:12:43,880 Right. 400 00:12:43,880 --> 00:12:45,800 And that opens the door for all sorts 401 00:12:45,800 --> 00:12:47,240 of malicious activities. 402 00:12:47,240 --> 00:12:49,360 It's scary to think about how vulnerable we 403 00:12:49,360 --> 00:12:53,520 can be to these new forms of technological manipulation. 404 00:12:53,520 --> 00:12:54,480 Yeah, it really is. 405 00:12:54,480 --> 00:12:56,520 Scary to think about how vulnerable 406 00:12:56,520 --> 00:12:59,480 we can be to these new forms of technological manipulation. 407 00:12:59,480 --> 00:13:00,600 Yeah, it really is. 408 00:13:00,600 --> 00:13:04,280 But on a lighter note, let's talk about a startup that's 409 00:13:04,280 --> 00:13:07,440 trying to make AI work for us, not against us. 410 00:13:07,440 --> 00:13:07,920 OK. 411 00:13:07,920 --> 00:13:09,080 What was that company called again? 412 00:13:09,080 --> 00:13:09,600 Let's see. 413 00:13:09,600 --> 00:13:10,080 Vatch. 414 00:13:10,080 --> 00:13:10,720 Dot x. 415 00:13:10,720 --> 00:13:12,600 Dot x, yes. 416 00:13:12,600 --> 00:13:15,720 They've been generating quite a buzz in the tech world lately. 417 00:13:15,720 --> 00:13:16,240 Really? 418 00:13:16,240 --> 00:13:18,440 They just secured a significant amount of funding 419 00:13:18,440 --> 00:13:21,920 to further their mission of bridging the gap between AI 420 00:13:21,920 --> 00:13:23,160 and the language of business. 421 00:13:23,160 --> 00:13:25,640 So they're like AI whispers. 422 00:13:25,640 --> 00:13:26,560 You could say that. 423 00:13:26,560 --> 00:13:28,560 What does that even mean in practical terms? 424 00:13:28,560 --> 00:13:31,680 It's about making AI more practical for everyday business 425 00:13:31,680 --> 00:13:32,880 applications. 426 00:13:32,880 --> 00:13:33,380 OK. 427 00:13:33,380 --> 00:13:36,600 Right now, a lot of AI models excel 428 00:13:36,600 --> 00:13:39,760 at generating human-like text. 429 00:13:39,760 --> 00:13:40,280 Right. 430 00:13:40,280 --> 00:13:42,840 But they struggle when it comes to structured data, 431 00:13:42,840 --> 00:13:46,160 like spreadsheets code or database entries. 432 00:13:46,160 --> 00:13:46,880 Right. 433 00:13:46,880 --> 00:13:49,160 Dot moths wants to change that. 434 00:13:49,160 --> 00:13:51,480 They're developing tools that make it easier for businesses 435 00:13:51,480 --> 00:13:55,440 to train AI models to generate the specific data formats 436 00:13:55,440 --> 00:13:56,160 they need. 437 00:13:56,160 --> 00:13:58,480 So instead of getting a beautifully worded essay 438 00:13:58,480 --> 00:14:01,040 from an AI when you need a sales report, 439 00:14:01,040 --> 00:14:01,800 Exactly. 440 00:14:01,800 --> 00:14:03,560 you could get an actual spreadsheet 441 00:14:03,560 --> 00:14:05,840 with all the numbers crunched and ready to go. 442 00:14:05,840 --> 00:14:06,600 That's the idea. 443 00:14:06,600 --> 00:14:08,160 That would be incredibly useful. 444 00:14:08,160 --> 00:14:10,800 It would be a game changer for a lot of companies 445 00:14:10,800 --> 00:14:11,800 if they can pull it off. 446 00:14:11,800 --> 00:14:13,360 But that's the thing with startups, right? 447 00:14:13,360 --> 00:14:14,800 It's always a bit of a gamble. 448 00:14:14,800 --> 00:14:17,840 It seems like every day there's a new AI development that 449 00:14:17,840 --> 00:14:21,240 has the potential to upend entire industries. 450 00:14:21,240 --> 00:14:21,720 It's true. 451 00:14:21,720 --> 00:14:24,080 AI is moving incredibly fast right now. 452 00:14:24,080 --> 00:14:27,640 Speaking of which, we can't talk about AI's impact 453 00:14:27,640 --> 00:14:29,520 without considering the world of politics. 454 00:14:29,520 --> 00:14:30,440 Oh, that's right. 455 00:14:30,440 --> 00:14:33,840 Did you see that article about the congressional candidate 456 00:14:33,840 --> 00:14:37,600 who held a debate against an AI version of his opponent? 457 00:14:37,600 --> 00:14:38,520 I did see that. 458 00:14:38,520 --> 00:14:41,760 Yeah, it was interesting to say the least. 459 00:14:41,760 --> 00:14:43,560 It definitely caught my eye. 460 00:14:43,560 --> 00:14:45,280 Talk about a sign of the times. 461 00:14:45,280 --> 00:14:47,600 Yeah, who knows what the future holds, right? 462 00:14:47,600 --> 00:14:50,240 It seems like we're scupping into a world where AI could play 463 00:14:50,240 --> 00:14:53,920 an increasingly prominent role in political campaigns. 464 00:14:53,920 --> 00:14:54,880 Potentially. 465 00:14:54,880 --> 00:14:58,440 From crafting speeches to generating 466 00:14:58,440 --> 00:15:00,440 targeted messages for voters. 467 00:15:00,440 --> 00:15:02,320 It's definitely food for thought. 468 00:15:02,320 --> 00:15:05,440 That's both fascinating and a little terrifying. 469 00:15:05,440 --> 00:15:06,760 Yeah, I can see that. 470 00:15:06,760 --> 00:15:10,520 Imagine AI algorithms shaping political discourse 471 00:15:10,520 --> 00:15:12,120 and influencing public opinion. 472 00:15:12,120 --> 00:15:14,280 It's a lot of power for an algorithm to have. 473 00:15:14,280 --> 00:15:16,320 It's like something out of a science fiction novel. 474 00:15:16,320 --> 00:15:16,960 It really is. 475 00:15:16,960 --> 00:15:18,160 We're living in the future. 476 00:15:18,160 --> 00:15:19,880 It certainly raises some important questions 477 00:15:19,880 --> 00:15:21,640 about transparency and accountability. 478 00:15:21,640 --> 00:15:22,320 For sure. 479 00:15:22,320 --> 00:15:24,240 If we're not careful, we could end up 480 00:15:24,240 --> 00:15:27,560 in a situation where elections are being swayed by algorithms 481 00:15:27,560 --> 00:15:29,200 that we don't fully understand. 482 00:15:29,200 --> 00:15:30,400 It's a valid concern. 483 00:15:30,400 --> 00:15:32,040 It's a sobering thought. 484 00:15:32,040 --> 00:15:34,440 But hey, that's the thing about the future, right? 485 00:15:34,440 --> 00:15:37,480 It's full of possibilities, both good and bad. 486 00:15:37,480 --> 00:15:38,720 That's a good way to look at it. 487 00:15:38,720 --> 00:15:40,880 And the more informed we are about these emerging 488 00:15:40,880 --> 00:15:42,840 technologies, the better equipped 489 00:15:42,840 --> 00:15:45,560 will be to shape the future we want to see. 490 00:15:45,560 --> 00:15:46,280 Absolutely. 491 00:15:46,280 --> 00:15:47,640 Knowledge is power. 492 00:15:47,640 --> 00:15:48,640 That's right. 493 00:15:48,640 --> 00:15:51,240 And with that, we've reached the end of our AI deep dive 494 00:15:51,240 --> 00:15:52,160 for today. 495 00:15:52,160 --> 00:15:53,120 This was a good one. 496 00:15:53,120 --> 00:15:55,120 We've covered a lot of ground from the latest 497 00:15:55,120 --> 00:15:58,760 moves by tech giants like Google and Microsoft 498 00:15:58,760 --> 00:16:02,560 to the innovative work being done by startups like Donix. 499 00:16:02,560 --> 00:16:02,960 Yeah. 500 00:16:02,960 --> 00:16:04,440 And of course, the ethical considerations 501 00:16:04,440 --> 00:16:05,960 that always seem to pop up when we talk 502 00:16:05,960 --> 00:16:07,920 about artificial intelligence. 503 00:16:07,920 --> 00:16:09,440 It's always something to keep in mind. 504 00:16:09,440 --> 00:16:11,960 So to our listeners, thank you for sending in all those thought 505 00:16:11,960 --> 00:16:13,120 provoking articles. 506 00:16:13,120 --> 00:16:13,800 Thank you. 507 00:16:13,800 --> 00:16:16,840 We hope you've enjoyed this deep dive into the world of AI. 508 00:16:16,840 --> 00:16:17,800 Until next time. 509 00:16:17,800 --> 00:16:19,160 Until next time. 510 00:16:19,160 --> 00:16:20,520 Stay curious. 511 00:16:20,520 --> 00:16:21,360 Stay informed. 512 00:16:21,360 --> 00:16:22,360 Stay curious. 513 00:16:22,360 --> 00:16:24,760 And keep those AI algorithms on their toes. 514 00:16:24,760 --> 00:16:52,320 See you next time.