AI Currents

?? Welcome to the seventh edition of AI Currents! If you're new here or returning, a big hug HELLO ?? and THANK YOU ?? for subscribing and joining me on this AI learning journey! ??

If you're like me, it's not easy keeping up with all the latest AI news, trends, tools, books, conferences, thought leaders...

In an effort to stay AI Current, let's ride this AI wave together so we don't get swept away! ?? ?? I hope to share all kinds of AI resources ???? curated to enhance our understanding, inspire innovation, and add a bit of FUN into our learning process! ????

Let's make this AI journey engaging and insightful together!

Subscribe and share with your friends. Let’s dive in…??

Books & Articles about AI

Ghost: How to Stop Silicon Valley from Building a New Global Underclass

This week's must-read is Ghost Work by Mary L. Gray and Siddharth Suri.

Peek behind the curtain of our digital world and discover the invisible workforce powering AI and social media. From content moderators to data labelers, these "ghost workers" are the unsung heroes of the tech industry.

Gray and Suri's eye-opening investigation reveals:

? The precarious conditions of digital piecework

? Ethical challenges in the gig economy

? The human cost of our AI-driven future

Essential reading for anyone concerned about tech ethics, labor rights, or the future of work. Don't miss this revealing look at Silicon Valley's hidden underclass.

Dive into "Ghost Work" and see the digital economy in a whole new light!

Open AI Tests ChatGPT-Powered Search Engine

Let's face it, search engines changed our lives, but OpenAI is about to redefine the game with SearchGPT, an AI-driven search engine poised to transform how we access information online. Unlike traditional search engines, SearchGPT aims to provide more accurate and contextually relevant results by understanding natural language queries better.

Imagine a world where your search queries are understood on a whole new level, and the answers you receive are not only accurate but also engaging and tailored to your needs.

Join the Waitlist Now!

AI Tools to Try

Meta AI Llama 3.1 405B

I personally got rid of my Facebook account years ago. I don't want to go back there! However, I've only kept Instagram, and that allowed me to access Meta AI and the AI Studio! I was blown away! I felt like I had entered a tech wonderland, exploring endless possibilities and creative tools at my fingertips!

Llama 3.1 and Meta AI Studio are game-changing, to say the least! I haven't had time to explore all the capabilities, but from what I've seen, the combination offers incredible flexibility and power for developing sophisticated AI applications. The intuitive tools and advanced features make it accessible for both beginners and experienced developers alike, whether it's for creative projects or complex problem-solving!

Here are the How to Guides on how to fine tune the model!

Take a look at what the Llama said about its capabilities and the AI Studio's!

AI Studio Handbook

"Meta's AI Studio Handbook.pdf" provides a detailed guide for users to design and launch their own AI chatbots. The handbook first presents inspiration for different AI types, then outlines the step-by-step creation process, covering aspects like defining the AI's personality, knowledge base, conversational style, and visual representation. The document further explains how to refine the AI's capabilities, including image generation and internet search, and ultimately, how to publish the AI for wider use. Finally, it addresses frequently asked questions about AI Studio's features, policies, and future possibilities.

So I think we're going to live in a world where there are going to be hundreds of millions of billions of different AI agents eventually probably more AI agents than there are people in the world. And that people are just going to interact with them in all these different ways...Mark Zuckerberg

Opus Clip

Opus Clip is an innovative AI tool designed to transform long videos into engaging short clips, perfect for platforms like TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels. It uses advanced AI to analyze your video content, identify the most compelling moments, and create cohesive, viral-ready clips. Features include AI Curation for picking highlights, AI B-roll for adding contextual visuals, and dynamic layout adjustments to ensure the best presentation. Whether you're a content creator or social media marketer, Opus Clip makes it easy to create attention-grabbing short videos efficiently.

You can explore more about Opus Clip and its features here.

Courses you've got to take

AI for Business Specialization - University of Pennslyvania and Coursera

The "AI for Business" Specialization from Wharton, available on Coursera, is an insightful course designed to equip learners with practical knowledge on integrating AI into business operations. Taught by renowned faculty including Professor Kartik Hosanagar, the course covers key topics such as Big Data, Machine Learning, AI applications in marketing and finance, and AI governance. The program offers a blend of theoretical knowledge and real-world applications, making it ideal for professionals aiming to leverage AI for strategic advantage in various industries.

The specialization consists of four courses:

1. AI Fundamentals for Non-Data Scientists: Focuses on understanding AI basics and Big Data.
2. AI Applications in Marketing and Finance: Explores AI's role in enhancing customer experiences and managing financial risks.
3. AI Applications in People Management: Examines how AI can optimize HR processes.
4. AI Strategy and Governance: Discusses building responsible AI strategies and governance frameworks.

This online program is accessible and flexible, making it suitable for those looking to enhance their business acumen in the AI domain. For more details, you can explore the specialization here.

Podcasts about AI

The AI Today Podcast, hosted by Kathleen Walch and Ron Schmelzer from Cognilytica , offers practical, no-hype insights into the world of artificial intelligence. The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including AI applications in business, the challenges of AI adoption, and the latest developments in AI technology. With episodes featuring interviews with industry experts and thought leaders, AI Today provides listeners with valuable perspectives on how AI is transforming various industries and what to expect in the future. The podcast is an excellent resource for anyone looking to stay informed about the real-world implications and best practices in AI.

Listen to the AI Today Podcast on Apple Podcasts.

Potentially Promising Prompts

Prompts4All

Prompts4All is a comprehensive and open-source library of prompts designed to enhance your interactions with AI. Whether you're looking for prompts to guide AI behavior, structure responses, or generate creative content, Prompts4All has you covered. The platform offers a diverse range of prompt categories, including "Meta Prompts" for organizing information and "Role Definition Prompts" to specify expert roles for targeted advice. Ideal for educators, writers, and developers, Prompts4All provides tools to customize and refine AI outputs, making it a versatile resource for anyone working with AI technologies.

Explore more at Prompts4All.

AI in the News

Open Source AI

Zuckerberg emphasizes that open-source AI will democratize access to technology, prevent the concentration of power in a few companies, and encourage innovation by allowing developers worldwide to contribute and improve AI models. This approach draws parallels to the success of open-source software like Linux and is seen as a way to enhance security and transparency in AI development.

Google's Golden Prompts

Google is actively seeking to improve its Workspace AI product, Gemini, by hosting internal competitions and offering incentives like bomber jackets and cash prizes for employees who can create the most effective prompts, known as "golden prompts." These prompts aim to optimize Gemini's performance in automating tasks like invoice management and customer service. This strategic move directly challenges Microsoft's competing product, Office 365, which boasts its own AI features, Copilot. Both companies are vying for dominance in the AI-powered productivity software market, targeting corporate clients.

Google plans to integrate winning prompts into Workspace and has begun sharing insights on creating effective AI prompts across various industries, emphasizing its commitment to advancing AI technology in the workplace.

Mistral AI introducing their latest large language model, Mistral Large 2

This new model boasts significant improvements over its predecessor, particularly in code generation, mathematical reasoning, and multilingual support. The model is available for research and non-commercial use under the Mistral Research License, with a commercial license available for other use cases. The announcement details the model's improved performance on various benchmarks, highlighting its capabilities in instruction following, code generation, and reasoning.

In this interview, Arthur Mensch, CEO of Mistral, discusses the competitive landscape in the AI industry, focusing on the differences between open-source and closed-source large language models (LLMs). He highlights the importance of AI partnerships and innovation in driving the field forward. Mensch also explores the challenges and opportunities in AI development, offering insights into the strategic decisions behind Mistral's approach to technology.

Bravo to Mistral, that's French genius! Emmanuel Macron

Here's some information about Mistral's features and capabilities:

• Mistral Large 2 is designed for single-node inference with long-context applications in mind – its size of 123 billion parameters allows it to run at large throughput on a single node. This means that Mistral might be a better choice for users who require a language model that can handle large amounts of data or generate long pieces of text.
• Mistral Large 2 sets a new frontier in terms of performance / cost of serving on evaluation metrics. This means that Mistral might be a more cost-effective option than ChatGPT, especially for users who need to use the model for commercial purposes.
• A large fraction of business use cases today involve working with multilingual documents. While the majority of models are English-centric, the new Mistral Large 2 was trained on a large proportion of multilingual data. This suggests that Mistral might be a better option for users who need to work with multilingual text.

Ultimately, the best language model for a particular user or use case will depend on a variety of factors, including the specific requirements of the task, the user's budget, and the user's technical expertise.

More AI Resources

Women in AI: Social Saturday and Podcast

If you haven't checked out Women And AI 's Social Saturday yet, make sure to check it out next week! It's a lively and friendly group of AI experts and enthusiasts sharing AI tips and tricks. Each week offers great discussions and networking opportunities.

This weekend, I had a fascinating chat with Tara Thompson , AI Leader, who explained her approach to using multiple AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude. Each chatbot offers a unique voice and style of expression, which she leverages to fine-tune her outputs and achieve a more nuanced and well-rounded result. She starts with one model and switches over to another to fine tune her outputs! In this new world of AI agents, we are seeing AI crowdsourcing emerge. Tara and I thought this may be a great term highlighting how combining different AI tools can lead to more accurate and polished outputs and enhanced insights. Check out Tara's Work here.

You can also check out the Women And AI 's podcast here. This podcast provides a platform for insightful conversations and valuable insights, celebrating the contributions of women in the field of AI. Tune in to stay informed and inspired by the latest developments and trends in artificial intelligence.

AI at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Watch how AI is being leveraged to identify potential athletes, enhance training processes, and provide innovative support through athlete chatbots at the Paris 2024 Olympics. These advancements aim to revolutionize the preparation and performance of competitors, offering new insights and personalized assistance.

Thank you for reading friends! ?? Stay tuned for next week's edition of AI Currents keeping you currently informed about all things AI!

?? Share,?? Subscribe and ?? Comment

RIDE THE AI WAVE; DON'T GET SWEPT AWAY!