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  • In Episode 16 of the Digital Nexus podcast we dive into the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul boxing match and look at some AI-generated content to compare it with. We also go through Google Gemini , Microsoft's Earth Copilot initiative, and closer look at the ongoing tensions between Elon Musk and Sam Altman at OpenAI. We then dive into an extensive demonstration of AI for website creation covering Claude, Vercel and Bolt

    T️imestamps
    0:00 - Podcast Introduction and Recent Events from TEDxSydney's AI event in the week.
    07:39 - AI News and Updates
    16:54 - AI Company Developments, Ongoing dispute between Elon Musk and Sam Altman (OpenAI) including 44 companies that have raised over $100m
    29:36 - Further on AI Advancements and Predictions from Sam Altman's prediction of AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) by next year and Dario Amodei's (Anthropic) prediction of AGI by 2026 or 2027
    4️1:17 - AI Tool Comparisons including demonstration of Claude, Vercel, and Bolt - all used to create a a Spotify-like application for CVs and resumes
    51:22 - Deeper dive into Bolt and it's ability to showcase code to create a full-stack application with multiple pages and interactivity

    Links
    TEDxSydney AI event recap https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/tedx-sydney-recap-ais-impact-creativity-ethics-human-mark-monfort-lukmc/?trackingId=IFl41F62kFahYBKR332PSA%3D%3D

    AI changing the nature of work https://www.linkedin.com/posts/sam-burrett_harvard-preprint-how-ai-changes-the-nature-activity-7261631749791625216-ahez?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android

    Increasing education on AI by Stirling and Rose https://www.linkedin.com/posts/natashablycha_stirling-roses-partner-james-myint-joined-activity-7261624967006429184-Xzuh?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android

    Jacqui Munro on the need for an AI commissioner
    https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jacqui-munro-sydney_artificialintelligence-ai-genai-activity-7262313842569863168-IfdM?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android

    Google Gemini telling a user to unalive themselves https://www.linkedin.com/posts/davidarnoux_that-escalated-quickly-from-a-real-gemini-activity-7262738490658893825-pRYU?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android

    Lawsuit between Musk and Altman https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/15/openais-tumultuous-early-years-revealed-in-emails-from-musk-altman-and-others/

    Top 44 AI businesses that just unlocked 100Mill: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/15/heres-the-full-list-of-44-us-ai-startups-that-have-raised-100m-or-more-in-2024/

    Sam Altman says 2025 for AGI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXCBz_8hM9w&ab_channel=YCombinator

    Dario Amodei: Anthropic CEO on Claude says 2027 if you look at trends: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugvHCXCOmm4&ab_channel=LexFridman

    More trending towards inference https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jDDAxB1UPY&ab_channel=MatthewBerman

    It’s also released it some new features to it’s App on Mac - which can control and review some items on Mac as you’re editing: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/14/chatgpt-can-now-read-some-of-your-macs-desktop-apps/

    NASA EARTH COPILOT: https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2024/11/14/from-questions-to-discoveries-nasas-new-earth-copilot-brings-microsoft-ai-capabilities-to-democratize-access-to-complex-data/

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    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

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    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

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  • In the latest episode of the Digital Nexus podcast, we dive into a rich discussion centered around the impact of AI on search engines, particularly comparing new tools like Perplexity and ChatGPT against traditional giant Google. The episode opens with updates on the current AI landscape, including a comparison of AI advancements to human cognition and insights from Mark's work on various AI applications and more.

    ️TIMESTAMPS
    0:00 Introduction and catch ups, AI research comparing AI to the human brain,
    06:56 - Mark on the PerCapita podcast - talking AI, web3 and the tech bro election
    0️9:39 - GPT Brains video
    17:18 - Elections and AI - fabled US election results and implications
    25:52 - Musk increasing his power base
    29:06 - Nvidia at all time highs (again)
    30:40 - Lose the GPT, Chat is just cleaner
    31:34 - US election monitoring
    33:50 - Comparing search engines, Perplexity vs ChatGPT
    42:01 - Apple Updates and Meta's AI Tool
    50:29 - Meta's version of the Google podcast generator
    53:00 - Recraft AI and highly customisable gen AI image generation
    58:00 - Insights from Ethan Mollick
    1:02:00 - Sam Altman on AI agent possibilities

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    LINKS
    - Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    - NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/
    - SIKE - https://sike.ai/

    Per capita podcast
    https://youtu.be/6ikh5NA7S8Y?si=dz5gFwtJi9djmViH

    Video on the similarities of AI and it's brain with ours
    https://youtu.be/jIhkgSN7vVU?si=pKzaDMb1Zdua8G3l

    Election AI bit of fun
    https://www.linkedin.com/posts/activity-7259758613898878976-ee8X?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android

    And the posts
    https://docs.google.com/document/d/1L12UPUmgOtSQv9u8Z7Z_ZBf2SfJSrEK26r3oJNHkPJs/edit?usp=sharing

    Ethan Mollick on asking the AI to do more
    https://www.linkedin.com/posts/emollick_we-are-just-not-used-to-abundant-intelligence-activity-7260303546749784064-1Sxb?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android

    Ethan on changing how we work with AI
    https://www.linkedin.com/posts/emollick_big-study-of-187k-developers-using-github-ugcPost-7259592569674678273-iu7x?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android

    Sam Altman talking with Bill Gates on agents
    https://open.spotify.com/episode/7IHruH31IYa2Tatu5zQr5R

    Election Win for Trump.
    What does this mean for Elon, Tesla and Grok: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/06/what-trumps-win-might-mean-for-elon-musk/

    Despite the AI slump - Nvidia just surpassed Apple: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/05/nvidia-just-became-the-worlds-largest-company-amid-ai-boom/

    ChatGPT buying Chat.com: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/06/openai-acquired-chat-com/

    Perplexity is winning at Search with the election:
    https://www.perplexity.ai/elections/2024-11-05/us/president

    Their evaluation looking to hit $9Billion with the next round of funding: https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/ai-startup-perplexity-to-triple-valuation-to-9-billion-in-new-funding-round-f2fb8c2c?mod=ai_news_article_pos2

    Recraft.ai launched a new image generator tool, and it’s awesome - called Panda. https://www.recraft.ai/project/bd76ea69-4da7-47af-

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    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

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    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

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  • In Episode 14 of the Digital Nexus podcast, we begin by highlighting AI news, such as an Australian study showing that 83% of students utilise AI for their studies, alongside concerns about AI detectors and evolving exam methodologies. We also look at the rapid AI advancements contrasted by apprehension from folks like director James Cameron as well as demonstrations of tools aimed at improving education and more. We deep dive into the distinctions between AGI and narrow AI, addressing the complexities of AGI's cognitive capabilities and the constraints posed by current computational power. All this and much more in this episode.

    Timestamps
    0:00 - Episode Introduction and AI News
    10:18 - AI Development and Education
    20:43 - AGI and Current AI State
    2‍9:28 - AI Experts Leaving Tech Giants
    39:38 - AI Readiness and Societal Impact

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    AI sector study
    https://www.artificialintelligence-ne...

    Geoffrey Hinton on AI https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-can...

    Miles Brundage leaving OpenAI: https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/ag...
    https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/sci...

    Managers at risk in AI driven future

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    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

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  • In Episode 13, Mark and Chris discuss a wide range of topics, including the evolving role of AI in security, blockchain, and the potential of autonomous vehicles. They dive into insights from SXSW Sydney, Tesla’s AI and automation advancements, and the impact of Google’s nuclear power investment to support data centers. Key discussions include AI’s vulnerability to hacks, the benefits of AI in real-world applications like blockchain payments and superannuation systems, and the ethical concerns surrounding new technologies. The episode concludes with reflections on future AI developments, the rising influence of tools like Copilot, and the ongoing need for careful security and data protection in AI applications.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 – Intro: Kicking off Episode 13 and key themes on AI and security and recap from the week
    05:03 – South by Southwest review: blockchain projects and AI integration in payments.
    06:32 – Build Club at SXSW, their raise and recognition for their founders
    11:40 – Google’s nuclear power investment to support future AI data centers.
    15:19 – Tesla’s new automation technologies, including robot taxis and autonomous vehicles.
    21:55 – SpaceX rocket recovery innovations and AI in space exploration.
    23:23 – AI reasoning limitations: insights from Apple and Francois Chollet.
    27:17 – Gingko Bioworks exploring AI and biology
    30:00 – Pyramid - new text to video tool
    32:37 – OpenAI’s Copilot and the importance of AI security in organisations and other vulnerabilities
    40:37 - Opera browser with AI
    44:17 – Closing thoughts on AI’s future, security, and upcoming projects.

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    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
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  • In Episode 12, Mark and Chris explore recent advancements in AI, blockchain, and tech workflows. They share experiences from events like AusDeFi and discuss using AI tools such as Juno, Dovetail, and Perplexity for better customer insights. The episode also covers their views on SXSW (South by Southwest) Sydney and exciting AI tools for video and gaming, such as Meta's video generator and ByteDance's new platform. Mark highlights future AI developments and workflows, including chat interfaces and tools like ChatGPT Canvas, while reflecting on AI governance and data security.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 – Intro with podcast beats and banter about AI videos
    02:10 – Mark’s trip to Perth and AusDeFi event insights
    05:25 – Using AI tools like Juno and Dovetail for customer engagement
    11:39 – South by Southwest Sydney: event management frustrations and blockchain opportunities
    17:18 – New AI video tools from China and ByteDance's video generator
    23:12 – Zoom avatars and ethical concerns around misuse
    29:53 – Bolt and other workflow tools for creating apps with AI
    37:11 – Updates from Microsoft and Nvidia's new open-source tools
    42:41 – Gaming advancements with AI-generated assets in DreamWorld
    47:16 – ChatGPT Canvas and the future of integrated AI workflows
    54:13 – Outro: shoutouts and plans for future episodes

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    🎙️our podcast links here: https://digitalnexuspodcast.com/
    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus

  • In Episode 11, we discuss recent AI developments, focusing on OpenAI's Dev Day, real-time API applications, and generative models like Googles' Notebook LM. We explore how AI is transforming industries, particularly in business intelligence and customer engagement, using tools like Juno and Dovetail. We touch on the ethical and governance challenges surrounding AI, touching on privacy and the importance of responsible AI use. We then dive into investments in AI infrastructure by companies like Microsoft and Amazon, as well as the growing integration of AI in real-world applications.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 – Introduction: Startups, work-life balance and scepticism over innovations.
    02:58 – AI development at sike.ai and more on NotebookLM
    05:18 – Strategic discussions on automation, OKRs, and community engagement.
    06:25 – AI tools like Perplexity, Dovetail, and Juno for customer research.
    09:33 – Juno and adaptive LLM-based customer engagement.
    10:17 – AI and its future role in business and blockchain spaces.
    14:01 – OpenAI’s Dev Day and real-time API capabilities.
    16:20 – Voice mode AI and its real-time applications in business.
    18:28 – Privacy concerns and the importance of compliance in AI development.
    19:08 – The pyramid of AGI and the possibility of AI-led organisations.
    20:44 – AI cost structure and the potential for discounts with prompt caching.
    24:01 – AI in governance and how it shapes industries + the AI guardrails in Australia
    28:35 – AI investment trends: Microsoft, Oracle, and Amazon expanding AI infrastructure.
    30:26 – OpenAI’s $6.6 billion raise and company valuation.
    33:36 – New AI tools like Vercel for rapid app building and design iterations.
    36:00 – AI-generated videos and new visual tools like Pika 1.5.
    39:04 – Google Earth’s AI integration for historical map updates.
    43:30 – Discussion of AI’s potential crash as predicted by MIT economists.
    47:23 – Meta glasses and AI’s ability to identify people, ethical concerns.
    49:37 – Fun segment on AI-generated podcasts with surreal interpretations of simple texts.
    54:07 – Preview of Psyche’s web search feature and new AI integrations.

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    LINKS
    - Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    - NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/
    - SIKE - https://sike.ai/

    #DigitalNexus #Podcast #AI #Blockchain #Startups #TechInnovation #GenerativeAI #ChatGPT #DigitalDisruption #DigitalVillage #NotCentralised #SIKE #TechTrends

    Other Links
    🎙️our podcast links here: https://digitalnexuspodcast.com/
    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus

  • Episode 10 of the Digital Nexus Podcast, Mark and Chris deep dive into the latest advancements in AI technology and Meta's exciting new hardware announcements. From the rise of digital twins to the ambitious Project Orion, this episode covers a wide range of topics. Don't miss out on the engaging discussions and insights!

    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Introduction and Catch-Up: Cats and Dogs Remix
    02:26 - AI and Digital Twins
    05:37 - AI in Healthcare: Mark's Roundtable and Upcoming AI Regulations
    08:23 - Google Notebook LM: How AI Turns Notes into Podcasts
    11:53 - Creating Realistic Content with Notebook LM and Other Tools
    14:48 - Llama 3.2 and AI Development
    16:07 - AI Tools for Business: From Research Reports to Podcasts
    20:16 - AI Guardrails in Australia: Chris and Mark Discuss AI in Healthcare
    24:44 - OpenAI Zero One: The Paradigm Shift in AI Reasoning
    28:03 - How OpenAI Models Memorise Reasoning
    32:40 - sike.ai: Expanding Topics with Digital Sticky Notes
    36:08 - Roblox AI: 3D Environment Generation in Gaming
    39:26 - The Ethics of Using AI in Game Design and IP Concerns
    46:30 - AI-Generated Games: Opportunities and Risks
    51:07 - Amazon's AI Voice Clone for Audiobooks
    56:14 - AI in Regulations: Mark's Thoughts on Guardrails and International Standards
    01:02:08 - Using AI for Different Perspectives in Research and Data Storytelling
    01:03:57 - Final Thoughts: The Future of AI and Industry Innovation

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    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus

  • YouTube Video Summary with Timestamps
    Title: Digital Nexus Podcast - Episode 9: AI in Research, Healthcare, and Industry Innovations

    Description:
    In Episode 9 of the Digital Nexus Podcast, Chris and Mark dive into the latest advancements in AI tools for research and healthcare, share personal insights, and explore the ethical implications of AI across various industries. From adaptive AI surveys to Google's Notebook LM, they discuss how AI is shaping the future of productivity, gaming, and regulation. Tune in for lively discussions on AI guardrails, new tech releases, and gaming innovations with AI-driven environments.

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction and Catch-Up: Cats and Dogs Remix
    02:04 - Chris's Week in Research: Exploring Tools like Dovetail and Juno
    03:56 - Mark's Take on AI Adaptive Questioning
    05:37 - AI in Healthcare: Mark's Roundtable and Upcoming AI Regulations
    08:23 - Google Notebook LM: How AI Turns Notes into Podcasts
    11:53 - Creating Realistic Content with Notebook LM and Other Tools
    16:07 - AI Tools for Business: From Research Reports to Podcasts
    20:16 - AI Guardrails in Australia: Chris and Mark Discuss AI in Healthcare
    24:44 - OpenAI Zero One: The Paradigm Shift in AI Reasoning
    28:03 - How OpenAI Models Memorise Reasoning
    32:40 - sike.ai: Expanding Topics with Digital Sticky Notes
    36:08 - Roblox AI: 3D Environment Generation in Gaming
    39:26 - The Ethics of Using AI in Game Design and IP Concerns
    46:30 - AI-Generated Games: Opportunities and Risks
    51:07 - Amazon's AI Voice Clone for Audiobooks
    56:14 - AI in Regulations: Mark's Thoughts on Guardrails and International Standards
    01:02:08 - Using AI for Different Perspectives in Research and Data Storytelling
    01:03:57 - Final Thoughts: The Future of AI and Industry Innovation

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    🎙️our podcast links here: https://digitalnexuspodcast.com/
    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus

  • Join Chris and Mark in Episode 8 of the Digital Nexus Podcast as they catch up after a month-long hiatus, sharing their recent adventures and diving deep into the latest advancements in AI technology. From Amazon's investment in AI to the ethical implications of "deadbots," this episode covers a wide range of topics. Don't miss out on the fast news updates and shoutouts to the community!

    Timestamps:

    00:07 - Introduction and Catch-Up01:34 - Chris's Adventures and New AI Projects03:06 - Mark's Trip to Vancouver and New York04:23 - Discussion on Risk-Taking in Innovation06:52 - Non-Committal Mentality in Sydney08:13 - Black Friday and Day of the Dead10:01 - News Updates: AI, Crypto, and More10:57 - Amazon's Investment in AI and Claude AI12:39 - Core Anthropic Updates and GitHub Integration18:08 - Ethical Implications of "Deadbots"20:38 - AI Regulations and Australia's Proposed AI Guardrails34:28 - Chain of Thought Processes in AI Models38:46 - Fast News: Tesla's AI Bot, Facebook's Controversy, Nvidia's Stock Market Loss48:31 - OpenAI's Financial Struggles and Capital Raise52:49 - Bing's Deepfake Scrubbing Tools and Google's New Photo Search55:26 - AI in Financial Transactions and Coinbase's AI Bots01:02:24 - Shoutouts and Community Engagement

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    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
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  • In this episode of the Digital Nexus podcast, we dive into the integration of AI and technology, exploring tools like Juno, Dovetail, and Saika. We discuss market trends, the future of AI, and its impact on job roles. The episode also covers the concept of "human in the loop," blockchain's role in digital democracy, and notable industry movements, including John Shulman's departure from OpenAI to join Anthropic. Additionally, we highlight AI tools for project management. Additionally, we also spoke about our upcoming event (on tomorrow) on digital democracy was announced, featuring speakers Audrey Tang and Glen Weyl, alongside discussions on blockchain technology and digital IDs.

    Timestamps
    🎙️ Olympics and AI Discussion (00:02 - 06:06)

    🤖 AI and Market Trends (06:06 - 16:12)
    - clients' frustrations with building AI solutions from scratch
    - large organizations building their own LLMs due to data security concerns
    - discussed the importance of deterministic workflows in AI

    🚀 AI News and Updates (16:12 - 24:29)
    - John Schulman, co-founder of OpenAI, announced his departure to join Anthropic
    - Google's Gemini Pro 0801 has taken the top spot in AI performance rankings
    - Amazon Web Services (AWS) released Titan Image Generator V2

    🔍 AI Tools and Applications (24:29 - 35:01)
    - Discussed various AI tools for UI designers, researchers, and project managers
    - Talked about Atlassian's AI tool for project planning and ProductMonkey for converting designs into project stories

    💡 AI in Research and Product Development (35:01 - 44:52)
    - Discussed the use of AI for creating synthetic research and personas
    - Mentioned the potential of using AI to test features before actual user testing
    - Talked about the dominance of OpenAI in the AI space

    🛠️ AI Tools for Different Roles (44:52 - 55:32)
    - Discussed AI tools for UI designers, researchers, and project managers
    - Talked about the integration of AI in Atlassian's project management tools

    🌐 Digital Democracy and Government Initiatives (55:32 - 01:04:46)
    - Announced an upcoming event on digital democracy with Audrey Tang and Glen Weyl
    - Discussed the Australian government's digital ID initiative


    LINKS
    - John Schulman article - https://www.cnbc.com/2024/08/06/openai-co-founder-john-schulman-says-he-will-join-rival-anthropic.html
    - and post: https://x.com/johnschulman2/status/1820610863499509855

    - Google in court - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0k44x6mge3o

    - AWS stepping into the image generator world! https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/06/amazon-upgrades-its-ai-image-generator/

    - Reddit AI Summaries - https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/06/reddit-ai-powered-search-results/

    - OpenAI structured outputs - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GvaHXJJfZw

    #DigitalNexus #Podcast #AI #Blockchain #Startups #TechInnovation #GenerativeAI #ChatGPT #DigitalDisruption #DigitalVillage #NotCentralised #SIKE #TechTrends

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    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus

  • Apparently, AI voice clones can do ASMR, and that's the discover we start off with in this episode. For the rest of it, Chris and Mark cover a variety of topics related to AI and its integration with blockchain technology. From AI voice generation tools and recent events in the Australian DeFi space and the latest sponsorship by by the City of Sydney. We also highlight some interesting applications like tokenization in education credentials, the LeonardoAI acquisition and other news.

    Timestamps
    0:00: Introduction
    9:51: Analysis of the recent Aus DeFi Association meetup
    13:49: AI and Blockchain Integration
    15:33: Educational Webinars on AI
    16:41: Tokenization and Smart Contracts
    20:20: LeonardoAI and its acquisition by Canva
    23:41: NVIDIA and text to animation along with character consistency
    28:21: On Perplexity, RAG and more
    31:15: On time saving with generative AI tools
    32:30: The battle between AI providers
    36:09: Apple's AI Developments
    37:56: Instagram AI Chatbots
    41:01: Future of Social Media and AI Devices
    48:07: AI Market Reset
    50:05: AI in Customer Service
    51:18: Mistral AI and Mathematical Accuracy
    54:26: Human in the Loop vs. AI Autonomy


    LINKS
    🔗 Leonardo AI acquired by Canva
    https://www.businesswire.com/news/hom...
    🔗 NVIDIA character consistency
    • NVIDIA’s New AI Did The Impossible!
    🔗 Apple has released it’s first taste of AI to it’s dev partners

    Other Links
    🎙️our podcast links here: https://digitalnexuspodcast.com/
    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus

  • 🎙️ Episode 5: "AI Can Fight Dance You!" 🚀

    In this lively episode of "Digital Nexus," Mark and Chris dive into the fascinating world of AI's potential futures. From Ethan Mollick's intriguing ideas about the future of AI to the industry's wild west atmosphere, our hosts explore the debates surrounding the journey to Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and whether current AI models have hit their peak. They emphasize the need for organisations to buckle up and prepare for the unpredictable twists and turns of AI advancements, all while having a bit of fun with the practical—and sometimes overhyped—realities of AI.

    Things get juicier as they chat about Meta's big play with the open-source Llama 3.1, debating the future of open vs. closed-source AI. Mark and Chris also tackle the latest AI mashups, like AI break-dancing and sports betting, showcasing how AI is creatively shaking things up across industries. And just when you think it can't get any better, they highlight exciting news from the healthcare front, where AI is making strides in early disease detection. Tune in for a fun-filled exploration of AI's wild and wonderful future!

    #DigitalNexus #Podcast #AI #Dance #CombatSports #TechInnovation #MachineLearning #Creativity #Robotics

    Other Links
    🎙️our podcast links here: https://digitalnexuspodcast.com/
    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus

  • In this lively episode of the Digital Nexus Podcast, Chris and Mark dive headfirst into the chaos caused by a global IT outage, emphasizing the critical debate between centralization and decentralization.

    On the cutting edge of AI, they touch on the latest advancements in Large Language Models (LLMs), particularly Kyoto Labs' impressive open-source LLM. They explore the potential of AI in enhancing user experiences and stress the importance of ethical considerations in AI development.

    Other Links
    🎙️our podcast links here: https://digitalnexuspodcast.com/
    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus

  • 🎙️ Our 3rd episode of the "Digital Nexus" podcast and this week we say hello to AI Chris and AI Mark plus more 🚀

    In this episode, Mark and Chris explore the evolving landscape of AI, discussing the impact of AI on content creation, the job market, and the ethical considerations of AI interactions. They also dive into the recent Samsung Unpacked event, the role of AI in the tech industry, and the future of AI in hardware innovation.

    Timestamps:
    🔹0:00 - Intro - Mark's take on TikTok and AI's future, Chris's digital dreams
    🔹6:58 - We meet AI Mark and AI Chris in conversation - talking about AI fears
    🔹14:01 - The changing role of creators in the AI era and embracing new opportunities
    🔹15:18 - The impact of AI tools like Claude 3.5 on developers' work and pricing
    🔹19:01 - Disappointment with Samsung Unpacked and the missed AI opportunities
    🔹33:33 - Nvidia's role in AI and the shift towards custom chip manufacturing
    🔹37:19 - The energy consumption debate in AI and parallels with blockchain technology

    Join us as we navigate the exciting and sometimes daunting world of artificial intelligence. Your journey into the nexus of digital innovation starts here!

    #DigitalNexus #Podcast #AI #Blockchain #Startups #TechInnovation #GenerativeAI #ChatGPT #DigitalDisruption #DigitalVillage #NotCentralised #SIKE #TechTrends

    Other Links
    🎙️our podcast links here: https://digitalnexuspodcast.com/
    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus

  • 🎙️ Our 2nd episode of the "Digital Nexus" podcast and this week it's all about fear (and loathing) in AI🚀

    In this episode, we talk about hallucinations and randomness when it comes to generative AI outputs as well as the ways in which we can control this. We also talk about where expertise and creativity come in and highlight some examples of AI tools we've been playing around with this week (including SIKE and Claude 3.5 Sonnet).

    Don't forget to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for more episodes exploring the frontiers of technology!


    Timestamps:
    🔹0:00 - Intro - what Chris and Mark have been up to during the week
    🔹9:00 - AI outputs and how to control the hallucinations and randomness
    🔹21:15 - The need (or want) for experts in the AI space and the double edged sword of thinking AI is only for mundane tasks
    🔹25:49 - AI does not do math - but good at anomaly detection
    🔹29:12 - Scrutiny of new technology / rabbit and the hare of AI (as well as a comparison to blockchain tech)
    🔹Show and Tell Time
    37:47 - SIKE's Dreams are and example of mimicking writing styles
    46:21 - Claude 3.5 Sonnet for creating charts and dashboards

    🔹51:54 - What do developers do next in light of AI advancements - the need to raise the bar in a world of AI
    🔹1:01:09 - NVIDIA and their support for startups

    - Fuzzy Sequence - https://fuzzysequence.com/
    - SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    - Claude - https://claude.ai/

    #DigitalNexus #Podcast #AI #Blockchain #Startups #TechInnovation #GenerativeAI #ChatGPT #DigitalDisruption #DigitalVillage #NotCentralised #SIKE #TechTrends

    Other Links
    🎙️our podcast links here: https://digitalnexuspodcast.com/
    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus

  • Kicking things off with a bang!

    In this inaugural episode, we dive headfirst into the dynamic world of digital disruption. Join our hosts Chris Sinclair (Digital Village) and Mark Monfort (NotCentralised) as they share their experiences and insights on revolutionary tech advancements, including the impact of generative AI and large language models. Discover how AI is reshaping industries, the rise of digital spaces for startups, and the evolution of technologies like blockchain.

    Highlights:
    🔹 The revolutionary influence of GUI and ChatGPT
    🔹 The journey from fun AI applications to serious workflow tools.
    🔹 The rise and hype cycles of blockchain and AI technologies.
    🔹 Introduction to "SIKE," a privacy-focused AI tool the hosts use alongside other AI solutions.

    We also dive into content for future episodes like diving into the capabilities of tools like Claude 3.5 Sonnet and more.

    Get ready for engaging discussions, expert perspectives, and a sneak peek into the future of digital innovation. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for more episodes exploring the frontiers of technology!

    Mark Monfort had some big ideas, and knew how take advantage of the latest technologies to benefit these ideas and customers. The successful @AusDefi Association was started, shortly followed by Not Centralised, focusing on blockchain fin-tech. But it didn't end there, AI entered the market, and now Mark is building the ultimate #LLM, SIKE.ai, focused on enriching business workflow and security of data/content. He can't be stopped.

    Chris Sinclair, a few of you know this guy's wealth of knowledge for design and UX/CX and business strategy, especially in the realm of digital innovation and the emerging technologies we're seeing used more and more. Partnered with Digital Village, a network of specialists leading way for product development and innovation, his goal is to show how the traditional ways of working no longer apply!

    Other Links
    🎙️our podcast links here: https://digitalnexuspodcast.com/
    👤Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcsinclair/
    👤Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonfort/
    👤 Mark on Twitter - https://twitter.com/captdefi

    SHOWNOTE LINKS
    🔗 SIKE - https://sike.ai/
    🌐Digital Village - https://digitalvillage.network/
    🌐NotCentralised - https://www.notcentralised.com/

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNexusPodcast
    X (twitter): @DigitalNexus