Join Leslie D'Monte and Jayanth N Kolla on the latest episode of AI Rising, where they discuss potential game-changer announcements such as the launch of Microsoft's Copilot+PCs, A ... Read more
Join Leslie D'Monte and Jayanth N Kolla on the latest episode of AI Rising, where they discuss potential game-changer announcements such as the launch of Microsoft's Copilot+PCs, AI agents, neural processing units (NPUs), and more. Our hosts delve into the world of AI PCs, now equipped with NPUs that will accelerate AI models directly on the device. Jayanth points out how this can drastically reduce latency and enhance efficiency. They discuss how these capabilities are seamlessly integrated into Microsoft Office tools like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, potentially revolutionizing enterprise productivity. The conversation moves to the impressive growth projections for AI PCs and generative AI phones, expected to reach 295 million units by the end of 2024. Leslie and Jayanth also explore the future of AI agents, examining how these technologies differ from large language model chatbots and the potential they hold for becoming ubiquitous in our daily lives. Tune in to the AI Rising Podcast for an insightful discussion on the future of AI, the innovations driving Microsoft's evolution, and the exciting developments shaping our digital world. Read more
The European Council on 21 May approved a first-of-its-kind law aiming to harmonise rules on artificial intelligence - the AI Act. This sets a global benchmark for the regulation o ... Read more
The European Council on 21 May approved a first-of-its-kind law aiming to harmonise rules on artificial intelligence - the AI Act. This sets a global benchmark for the regulation of a technology drastically gaining use in business and daily life. The new legislation follows a ‘risk-based’ approach, which means the higher the risk to cause harm to society, the stricter the rules. Join Josianne Cutajar, Member of the European Parliament, as she speaks to our hosts Leslie D’Monte and Jayanth N Kolla on the latest episode of AI Rising, where they discuss the AI Act, its implications, its extent, and other big developments in the world of AI. Recently, Open AI launched Chat GPT-4o; where O stands for Omni. The next day, Google I/O took place where Google unveiled the new version of Gemini 1.5 Flash and announced integration of AI into Google Search. As our hosts discuss the tech giant bouts, Jayanth points out how Google aims to integrate AI and use several of its products as a distribution channel. Tune in to the listen to the full episode. Read more
In the latest episode of AI Rising Podcast, Mint Sr. Associate Editor Leslie D'Monte and Convergence Catalyst co-founder and principal analyst Jayanth N Kolla delve into the evolvi ... Read more
In the latest episode of AI Rising Podcast, Mint Sr. Associate Editor Leslie D'Monte and Convergence Catalyst co-founder and principal analyst Jayanth N Kolla delve into the evolving landscape of AI, touching upon intriguing developments and debates. Leslie and Jayanth dissect OpenAI's recent blog post, which hints at the impending release of ChatGPT 4.5 Turbo and potentially ChatGPT 5.0 in June. They scrutinize Sam Altman's candid critique of GPT-4's performance, juxtaposed against the hefty $520 million investment, as incremental steps towards achieving AGI. Financial insights into OpenAI's daily expenditure of $700,000 to maintain ChatGPT spark discussions on Microsoft's countermove with the development of Athena chips. Meanwhile, the revelation of a mysterious GPT-2 Chatbot outperforming GPT-4 ignites curiosity, raising questions about Microsoft's partnership alignment with OpenAI. Rumors swirl around the potential release of GPT-5 and its implications on ownership, while Microsoft diversifies its AI portfolio with projects like Mistral-Large and MAI-1. Leslie and Jayanth caution against taking CXOs' rumors at face value, prompting reflections on AI leadership within organizations. Tune in to the listen to the full episode. Read more
Mint Sr. Associate Editor & Tech expert Leslie D'Monte and Convergence Catalyst co-founder and principal analyst Jayanth N Kolla are back with the second season of AI Rising Po ... Read more
Mint Sr. Associate Editor & Tech expert Leslie D'Monte and Convergence Catalyst co-founder and principal analyst Jayanth N Kolla are back with the second season of AI Rising Podcast. Hold on to your hats as they discuss “dogfighting” and AI, the use of AI in F1 racing via Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL), the drastically advancing AI apps, and deepfakes circulating in the charged atmosphere of India’s general elections. Join in as Leslie and Jayant discuss how the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)’s Air Combat Evolution (ACE) programme flew an F-16 against a human-piloted F-16 in close combat scenarios that are sometimes also referred to as “dogfighting”. They also noted the advancing text-to-video generator Vidu, and highlighted its pros and cons - while it blends shots smoothly for coherent storytelling and simulates real-world physics effectively, it sometimes overlooks small but important details, and may struggle with complex dynamic scenes. The duo also discussed Meta’s new releases - two pretrained and instruction-fine-tuned LLaMA-3 text-based language models. Tune in to learn the difference between Single Language Models and Large Language Models, and listen to the insightful discussion about AI chatbots and more. Read more
In the last episode of AI Rising's season 1, hosts Leslie D'Monte and Jayanth N Kolla embark on a captivating journey into the future of work being redefined by AI with Carin Isabe ... Read more
In the last episode of AI Rising's season 1, hosts Leslie D'Monte and Jayanth N Kolla embark on a captivating journey into the future of work being redefined by AI with Carin Isabel Knoop, Executive Director, Harvard Business School. Carin identifies as a pragmatic optimist devoted to helping those who care for others. Her pragmatism shines through as she discusses regulations and policies, and draws parallels between online dating behavior - like catfishing, breadcrumbing, and ghosting - and work relationships from recruitment to resignations. Together this dynamic trio discusses the advantages, the disadvantages, and the long-term effects of how HR and potential candidates use AI algorithms to create picture-perfect bios that lead to employee-employer mistrust. Hear them contemplate how the answers to such issues may lie in understanding human behaviors, sociology and anthropology and not in technology. They question how humans define work today and cite intriguing examples like that of Infosys and its internal marketplace as a possible solution to moonlighting. Eventually, they ask HR to Bumble Up! How? Tune in to find out. Read more
Will Sam Altman be able to raise $7 Trillion to reshape the semiconductor ecosystem? What is the AI roadmap? How can enterprises adopt Gen AI as part of their digital transformatio ... Read more
Will Sam Altman be able to raise $7 Trillion to reshape the semiconductor ecosystem? What is the AI roadmap? How can enterprises adopt Gen AI as part of their digital transformation strategy? What are the 5 problem areas that any enterprise needs to resolve today? How can companies keep up with the competition while strategizing and solving time-consuming yet relevant problems? Why are enterprises finding it difficult to scale their AI pilots? How are the non-core-tech companies adopting AI more quickly and efficiently than the core-tech companies? What is the thought process behind Fractal's exponential growth? How is Fractal's portfolio strategy similar to Google's? What's the future of getting to a $15 Billion revenue company? Hear Srikanth Velamakanni - Fractal Co-founder, Group CEO and Vice Chairman - spill the beans on this episode with hosts Jayanth and Leslie. Read more
Join Jayant and Leslie as they explore the shifting landscape of AI education, taking a closer look at the importance of continuous learning and reskilling. From the relevance of c ... Read more
Join Jayant and Leslie as they explore the shifting landscape of AI education, taking a closer look at the importance of continuous learning and reskilling. From the relevance of certification courses in AI to the contrasting motivations driving AI education in Eastern and Western cultures, this conversation offers a panoramic view, revealing the multifaceted nature of AI education and the significance of certifications from the eyes of employers. Alongside this, the integration of AI tools in HR practices is discussed, highlighting how AI certifications impact hiring decisions. In a recent conversation with the Cornell University graduation students, Jayant shared anecdotes from engaging with Gen Z students, uncovering their aspirations and concerns about AI. Gain a glimpse into China's advancements in AI innovation and the ethical considerations that come with it. Experience a fresh take on AI education, melded with personal anecdotes and expert recommendations, designed to empower you in the era of technological transformation. This episode resonates with individuals seeking to grasp the depth and breadth of AI education. Read more
Step beyond the screen and into the forefront of smartphone evolution with our latest episode! where we will talk about the secrets behind the next wave of handheld technology and ... Read more
Step beyond the screen and into the forefront of smartphone evolution with our latest episode! where we will talk about the secrets behind the next wave of handheld technology and explore the world of Gen AI-enabled smartphones. From AI processing units to advanced LLM capabilities, discover how these devices are transforming into intuitive companions, seamlessly integrating into our daily lives. Experience firsthand how these devices blur the lines between innovation and necessity, offering enhanced imaging capabilities and seamless integration with daily tasks. Get ready to rethink what you know about your pocket-sized companion Read more
India has the talent and the capital when it comes it AI. However, she doesn't have an AI ecosystem. What can an AI ecosystem do for the country? What does it take to build one? Wh ... Read more
India has the talent and the capital when it comes it AI. However, she doesn't have an AI ecosystem. What can an AI ecosystem do for the country? What does it take to build one? Why does the government need to become an early adopter and how will that affect India's standing in the international market? What are some of the challenges India faces when it comes to building such an ecosystem? What are some of the advantages India has over other countries? If we can build this ecosystem what would be its salient features? What are some of the surprising innovations in the field of AI? And lastly, India is sitting at a cusp of opportunity. If India misses to catch the AI wave what could be the repercussions? Join hosts Leslie and Jayanth in conversation with Mr. Umakant Soni, Chairman of AI foundry and co-founder of ARTPARK as they tackle these questions head-on. Apart from tech enthusiasts and curious investors, this episode is especially recommended for people working in the government, healthcare, fintech and edtech sectors! Read more
Join Leslie D’Monte and Jayanth N Kolla as we explore the latest trends shaping our world in 2024. From the buzz around new gadgets at CES to the growing trend of open-source tech, ... Read more
Join Leslie D’Monte and Jayanth N Kolla as we explore the latest trends shaping our world in 2024. From the buzz around new gadgets at CES to the growing trend of open-source tech, we're covering it all. Ever wondered how robots are learning to move like us or what's new with those companion robots you've been hearing about? We've got the scoop right here. Plus, we're exploring how big companies are shaking up their strategies to keep up with these tech shifts. Think it's all about fancy algorithms and complex systems? Wait until you hear about the challenges finance departments face with these changes, and how our kids are already ahead of the game, swapping Google searches for something even cooler. Tune in for an engaging chat that brings the future of technology right to your doorstep, in a language we all understand. No jargon, just exciting insights and a peek into what's next! Read more
