Okay, so get this, AI is like everywhere right now, seriously.
Oh, really is.
But like beyond all the hype, what's actually happening,
you know, what's the real deal?
Well, we've got a whole stack of articles here
on the latest from like open AI, Microsoft, Google,
Anthropic, even Adobe, and yeah.
It's a lot.
It is a lot, right?
So we're going deep, deep, deep into all of it.
AI models, chatbots, video generation,
even like photo editing tools, the whole shebang.
A whole nine yards, yeah.
So think of us as your like AI filters.
We're going to sift through this mountain of info
and pull out the really mind-blowing nuggets for you.
Stuff that'll make you the, you know,
the AI expert at your next, whatever, team meeting.
Or it's interpart.
Interpart, exactly right.
So first off, chatbots.
Remember when chatGPT like first came out,
it was all like, whoa, it can hold a conversation,
write poems, all that?
Yeah, it was pretty impressive.
It was impressive.
But now it's gone from just text to understanding like
real-time video and what's on your screen.
It is crazy.
OpenAI calls it like advanced voice mode with vision.
And it's, well-
I saw a groundbreaking.
It's more than groundbreaking.
I saw this demo on 60 Minutes.
Anderson Cooper's drawing on a blackboard
and chatGPT could see what he was drawing.
No way.
Yeah.
And comment on it like, I mean, how,
how does it even, I don't know,
tell a difference between like a stick figure and a Picasso?
That's the beauty of multimodal AI, right?
They've trained these models on like tons and tons
of images, videos.
So they can understand visual stuff along with text.
Okay, that makes sense.
And the possibilities are kind of like insane, right?
Imagine getting like real-time feedback
on a design you're working on.
Or having chatGPT explain, I don't know,
some crazy visual concept.
That's wild.
But okay, it's not all serious business either.
They also launched, get this, a Santa mode.
A Santa mode.
Yeah, you can chat with Santa through chatGPT.
That's amazing, especially for the kids.
Oh yeah, the kids will love it.
But okay, enough about AI Santas, right?
Let's talk about something that's really shaking things up,
Microsoft's FIFOR.
Okay, yeah, FIFOR.
This one's interesting, right?
It's like a smaller AI model compared to, you know,
the giants out there, only 14 billion parameter.
It sounds like a lot.
Right.
But it's like nothing compared to the hundreds of billions
some of the others have.
Yeah, it's tiny in comparison.
But here's the kicker.
This little model is like beating the big guys,
especially when it comes to math.
Seriously.
Seriously, it's like acing standardized math tests,
even beating like way bigger models.
It's like it challenges the whole bigger is better idea
in AI.
It really does.
And it could like, you know,
make really sophisticated AI stuff more accessible
to like smaller companies.
Because they don't need all those crazy resources.
Yeah, exactly.
Like they found the secret formula for efficiency.
But now let's switch gears a bit.
Let's talk AI video generation.
Because OpenAI Sora has like everyone talking
about the future of filmmaking and stuff.
Oh yeah, Sora's been making a lot of noise.
It does, right.
And it's pretty amazing.
You can like create videos from text pumps.
You can pick the resolution, the length.
There's even a storyboard feature
for like more complicated stuff.
And the visuals, oh, the visuals.
Visuals are pretty mind blowing.
Like the lighting, the texture.
Yeah, it's like professional level stuff, right.
But have they really cracked the code?
Is it like perfect video generation now?
Not quite.
Sora is great at making things look amazing,
but it has, you know, limitations.
The pro version, which has all the cool features,
is expensive.
Ah, yeah, that's always a catch.
Right.
And while it can handle simple prompts,
like a cat playing with a ball,
more complex stuff it struggles with.
To not quite the revolution everyone's claiming, but.
Still, pretty darn impressive.
It is impressive, especially compared to like runwayed AI,
which just can't get that same level of realism, you know.
Right, right.
It's definitely a step ahead.
It makes you wonder though, what happens when like,
anyone can create a movie quality video
just from a few words.
Is that like the end of big budget films as we know them?
Hmm, that's a really interesting question.
Something to think about for sure.
It is, right.
But okay, while Sora's tackling like moving images
and all that, there's also some really cool stuff happening
with still photography.
I'm not talking about those AI-generated artworks
that we'll get to those.
Right.
I'm talking about Adobe's new reflection removal tool.
Oh yeah, I've heard about that.
Yes.
The one that gets rid of those annoying reflections
you get when taking pictures through windows.
Exactly, like you're trying to capture that perfect sunset,
but all you see is your reflection staring back at you.
Yeah, right, so frustrating.
It is.
And the way they train the AI model for this is like genius.
They merged thousands of reflection-free photos to make,
like millions of images with fake reflections.
Oh, ooh.
Right, so the AI learned to like,
tell the difference between the reflection
and the actual scene.
That's clever.
Yeah.
So how well does it actually work?
Does it handle those like really tricky,
multi-layered reflections?
It's best with raw images
and it can struggle with like super complex reflections.
Yeah, but for those everyday window reflections,
the ones that ruin a good photo, it's like magic.
That's pretty impressive, Ashley.
It is, it's like, you know, a magic wand
that erases all those distractions.
I like it.
But speaking of magic,
Google's been up to some pretty impressive stuff
with their Gemini AI.
It feels like they're putting it in like everything.
They are, it's everywhere, right?
One of the coolest things I've seen
is Gemini's integration with Google Drive.
Remember those nights spent like frantically searching
for a file buried somewhere in your drive?
Oh yeah, I know that feeling.
Well, those days might be over.
Really?
Tell me more.
So imagine having an AI assistant
that can not only like summarize what's in your folders,
but can also find the exact same file you need,
even if you can't remember the name.
Wow, that would be a game changer.
It would be right.
You need a quick overview of like the themes
or topics in your documents.
Gemini can do that too.
In that way.
Yeah.
And that's not even all of it.
Google's taking it even further,
bringing Android to XR devices,
you know, headsets and glasses using Gemini.
They're calling it like Android XR.
Android XR, that sounds futuristic.
It does.
It's like hands-free AI interactions,
both in the virtual world and in the real world.
Hold on, what does that even mean?
So the first device will be Samsung's
Project Muhan headset launching next year.
But think about like watching YouTube
on a giant virtual screen,
having these immersive experiences
with Google Photos and Maps.
So like you're walking down the street.
Yeah, and your glasses are giving you
like real-time directions or translations
or you're looking at your vacation photos
and you're like transported back to that beach.
That's wild.
Right, they're making tech a seamless part of our lives.
Like it understands your context
and helps you navigate, you know,
the physical world and the digital world at the same time.
That's the future right there.
It is.
But it's not just the tech giants doing cool stuff, right?
Time Magazine just launched a new AI chat bot
alongside their person of the year announcement.
Really?
Yeah, and it's not just like a gimmick.
They're using it to make their journalism
more accessible and engaging.
Interesting.
You can like ask questions, get summaries,
even translate the article or listen to an audio version.
That's pretty innovative.
So they're not just using it for one story.
They're seeing it as like a way to change
how people engage with their journalism in general.
Exactly, they partnered with Scale AI
to create the chat bot.
But I mean, think about the potential
for this kind of like interactive journalism.
It could be huge, yeah.
It could totally change how we like consume
and understand news.
It really could.
So we've gone from like chatting with Santa
to I don't know, sci-fi movie stuff in like what, five minutes?
I know, right.
It's a lot to take in.
It is a lot.
Our brains need a little break.
Agreed.
We'll be back soon with even more mind blowing AI development.
So stay tuned.
Looking forward to it.
It's kind of crazy how AI is like showing up everywhere,
right, like in every part of our lives.
It really is.
And it's not just the big names, open AI, and Google.
There are all these other companies, big, A and D,
small, that are like part of this AI explosion.
Totally.
Like have you heard much about Anthropik?
Anthropik, yeah.
I've heard the name, but also.
You've been kind of under the radar.
But they're doing some really interesting things focusing
on AI models that are powerful, but also safe and reliable.
Their latest one is called Claude 3.5 Haiku, which?
Claude 3.5 Haiku.
OK, that name's kind of throwing me off a bit.
Yeah, it's a little different, right?
The Haiku part is because it's really concise and to the point
kind of like those Japanese poems.
OK, I get it.
It's designed to be great at specific things,
like coding recommendations, date extraction, content
moderation, stuff that needs to be accurate and efficient,
not necessarily like have long, rambling conversations.
So it's more like a specialized AI kind of fine tuned
for certain jobs.
Exactly.
It's like in this world where we're using AI for everything,
it makes sense to have AIs that are experts
in their own little areas, right?
It does, yeah.
But what makes this Claude 3.5 Haiku so special?
Like what sets it apart from all the other AIs out there?
Well, one big thing is it can handle longer chunks of text
than the older versions.
And it has a more up to date knowledge base.
So it can reference things that happened recently.
Oh, that's actually really useful,
especially if you needed to stay current on something.
Right.
But there was a bit of controversy around its release,
too, something about the pricing.
Oh, yeah.
I think I read about that.
They initially said it would cost about the same as the older
version, but then they were like, actually, it's
so much smarter now.
It's got to cost more.
That's kind of interesting, right?
It's like, how do you even put a price on intelligence?
Yeah, that's a tricky question.
It is, right.
But OK, let's shift gears a bit.
Let's talk about AI and images.
We talked about video generation with Sora and Adobe's
reflection removal tool.
But what about AI creating actual art, those AI-generated
images that have been all over the news lately?
Oh, yeah, AI art.
It's definitely a big thing right now.
And it's, well, it's pretty fascinating.
Yeah, it is.
It's opening up this whole new world of creative possibilities.
But it also makes you wonder, can you really call it art
if it's made by an algorithm?
Where's the human touch?
That's a million-dollar question, right?
Some people say AI-generated images
don't have the same emotional depth or intention
that human art does.
They see it as more of a technical achievement
than true artistic expression.
Yeah, I can see that.
There's something about the human element, the imperfections,
the emotion we put into our art that's
hard to replicate with an algorithm.
Totally.
But then there are people who totally embrace AI art.
They see these algorithms as tools
that can actually help us be more creative.
Like they can help us explore ideas and styles
we might not have thought of otherwise.
It's like having an AI art buddy, right?
Yeah, exactly.
It's a collaboration, not a replacement.
That's a good way to put it.
But one thing we can't ignore is that any powerful tool,
AI comes with responsibilities.
Absolutely.
The more we integrate AI into our lives,
the more we need to think about its impact on society as a whole.
It's got to be about finding that balance
between embracing the amazing things AI can do
and making sure it's used ethically.
Right, exactly.
We need to be super careful about bias in algorithms,
because that can perpetuate inequalities that already exist.
And we can't ignore the fact that AI
could lead to job losses as it starts automating things
that humans used to do.
Yeah, those are real concerns, sure.
And then there's the whole data privacy thing.
Oh, right, right.
As we feed these AI models more and more info about ourselves,
how do we protect our privacy?
How do we make sure that data isn't misused?
That's a lot to think about.
And it's not like the tech companies
can solve all these problems on their own.
Nope, it's got to be a group effort, right?
Policymakers, researchers, ethicists, everyday people.
We all need to be part of the conversation.
Exactly.
We need to be informed, engaged, and proactive
in shaping how AI develops.
But amidst all this serious stuff,
we shouldn't forget how exciting and awe-inspiring AI can be, too.
Totally.
It's easy to get bogged down on the challenges,
but the potential is just incredible.
Right.
Think about personalized medicine, AI-powered education,
even using AI to fight climate change or poverty.
It's a future worth fighting for.
Yes.
Yeah.
And it's a journey we're all on together.
The future of AI isn't set in stone.
It depends on the choices we make today.
So let's choose wisely.
Let's be open to these conversations,
encourage responsible development,
and embrace what AI can do while staying aware of the risks.
Couldn't have said it better myself.
The future of AI is in our hands.
Speaking of hands, how about we shift our focus to something
a little more tangible?
We've been talking about AI in the digital world,
but it's also changing things in the physical world,
even in something as simple as photo editing.
You mean Adobe's reflection removal tool?
That's one example.
Yeah.
But I'm thinking even bigger.
Remember those AI-generated artworks we talked about earlier?
Yeah.
Well, it turns out AI isn't just making digital art.
It's also helping us enhance and manipulate photos
in ways we never could before.
Right.
AI is becoming a big part of photo editing software,
giving us tools that used to be only
for professional photographers.
I was reading about this new Adobe feature that
uses AI to automatically remove unwanted stuff
from your photos.
Really?
Yeah.
It's like having a magic eraser that just
cleans up your picture.
That's crazy.
It's like blurring the lines between reality
and what's been edited.
Makes you wonder, how long until we can't even
tell the difference anymore, right?
That's a good point.
It's definitely raising some ethical questions,
especially as these tools become more powerful and easier
for anyone to use.
It is a big deal.
But hey, on a later note, imagine
how this could revolutionize vacation photos.
No more awkward photo bombs or trash cans
ruining your perfect shot.
Oh, yeah.
Everyone can be an Instagram influencer now.
Exactly.
But let's not forget that while AI is changing how we take
and edit pictures, it's also changing how we experience them.
Remember Google's Android XR, the thing that
brings Android to headsets and glasses?
Oh, yeah.
Yeah, with Gemini.
So AI is going to change how we actually
see and interact with photos and videos in the real world,
too.
It is.
Think about it.
You could be looking at your Google photos
through a VR headset, and suddenly you're
transported back to that moment, that place where you took the photo.
Whoa, that's next level stuff.
Or imagine wearing AR glasses and seeing 3D models
of historical landmarks right on top of the real world
as you walk around.
It's like blending our memories with reality,
the digital with the physical.
It's amazing to think about all the ways AI is changing how we
deal with visual stuff, both in the creative process
and in how we experience the final product.
It really is.
And it's not just about pictures and videos.
Remember Time Magazine's AI chatbot?
That's just one example of how AI is changing how we take in
and understand information.
So AI is going beyond just making content,
it's shaping how we access and understand it, too.
Exactly.
Imagine a news feed that's personalized, not just
by what you're interested in, but also by how you learn best
and how well you understand things.
Whoa, that's pretty cool.
Or think about AI tools that can summarize really complex articles
or translate them instantly so anyone can access information
regardless of language.
That's amazing.
It's like having a personal tutor for all of human knowledge.
It kind of is, yeah.
But it also raises some concerns.
If AI is shaping how we understand things,
who's to say it's showing us a neutral objective view?
What about bias and manipulation?
That's a really good point.
If AI is curating and delivering information to us,
we need to be super careful about those things.
Exactly.
We need transparency and accountability
in these AI systems.
But imagine if AI could actually help us break out
of echo chambers and filter bubbles
by exposing us to different viewpoints,
challenging our own assumptions.
Now, that's an AI I can get behind.
AI that helps us be more informed and open-minded.
Sign me up.
Right.
It's all about using AI for good.
It seems like with every AI advancement we talk about,
there's this balancing act between the amazing potential
and the potential risks.
It's a tightrope walk, for sure.
It is.
So what's next?
Where do we go from here?
I think the most important thing is to keep talking about it.
Keep asking tough questions, demanding
transparency from the companies, developing AI,
making sure ethical principles are at the forefront.
I'm with you on that.
And as we continue exploring all this AI stuff,
let's remember that the future isn't fixed.
It's being shaped right now by the choices we make,
the conversations we have.
We're all part of this, right?
The future of AI is a collaborative effort,
something we're all creating together.
Nicely put.
And on that note, I think we've reached a good point
to wrap up today's deep dive.
And we'll be back with more fascinating stuff
as this AI landscape keeps evolving.
Until then, stay curious.
And remember, the future of AI is in our hands.
Let's make it a good one.
It's kind of wild, right?
AI is sneaking into everything.
Really is, yeah.
I mean, from the apps we use to the news we read,
even how we edit our photos, it's crazy.
Having so fast, too.
Remember when chatbots could barely
put a sentence together?
Oh, yeah.
And now they're writing movies and composing symphonies?
It's insane.
It is impressive.
But it's not just about the creative stuff.
AI is changing how entire industries work.
Right, right.
Remember we were talking about journalism earlier, Time
Magazine and the AI chatbot.
Yeah, using AI to make their person of the year story
more interactive.
It was a pretty cool idea.
It was.
But that's just the beginning.
Newsrooms are starting to use AI for gathering information,
analyzing data, even writing basic news reports.
Whoa, hold on.
So are robots going to steal all the journalists jobs now?
I know.
It sounds kind of scary.
But I think it's more about AI handling certain tasks,
not taking over completely.
OK, like what kind of tasks?
Things like summarizing data, writing
those short factual reports, stuff that maybe
isn't the most exciting for a human journalist to do.
So it's more like freeing up journalists
to do the more creative and in-depth stuff.
Exactly.
Investigative journalism, analysis, storytelling.
Those things still need that human touch,
that human perspective.
So it's more of a partnership then, right?
AI and humans working together.
Exactly.
AI augments human capabilities.
It doesn't replace them.
That's a good way to put it.
It's all about finding that balance, that synergy.
And that's kind of been the theme of our whole conversation
today, hasn't it?
Yeah, it really has.
It's not about AI taking over.
It's about using it to make things better,
to solve problems that we couldn't solve before.
Right, like working with AI, not being ruled by it.
Exactly.
And honestly, the possibilities are pretty exciting, right?
Yeah, they are.
Think about personalized medicine,
using AI to help us learn more effectively,
even tackling things like climate change with the help of AI.
It's like AI could help us create a better future for everyone.
That's a future I want to be a part of, for sure.
Me too.
But we can't just blindly embrace all this new technology
without thinking about the potential downsides.
Right, the ethical stuff.
Yeah, exactly.
We need to be aware, informed, and maybe a little critical,
too.
Not just accepting everything that comes along,
but really thinking about its impact, both good and bad.
I think that's the key, really.
The future of AI isn't predetermined.
It's being shaped right now by the choices
we make, the conversations we have.
So what can we do?
How do we make sure AI is used for good?
Well, we've got to keep talking about it.
For one thing, we need to keep asking those tough questions.
We need to demand transparency from the companies that
are developing all these powerful AI systems.
Make sure they're being responsible.
Exactly.
We need to be vocal about the ethical implications,
the need for safeguards.
And most importantly, we need to remember
that we all have a role to play in shaping this future.
Couldn't have said it better myself.
It's been amazing, hasn't it?
Exploring all these mind-blowing AI developments.
It really has.
From chatbots that can make us laugh to AI
that can make our vacation photos look like they
were taken by a pro.
It's been quite a journey.
But it's just the beginning, right?
This conversation doesn't end here.
Definitely not.
So keep exploring.
Keep asking questions.
And keep imagining the possibilities.
Because the future is what we make it.
Well said.
And on that note, I think we've reached the end
of our deep dive.
Thanks for joining us.
It's been a pleasure.
And remember, keep that brain power engaged.
See you next time.