AI Today

On the last episode we discussed a new way to train AI models: themselves, by capturing signals and insights from our world.

Today we look at one such approach - Mobility AI, another Google initiative (The Era of Experience was a DeepMind production).

This episode of AI Today was inspired by:

• https://research.google/blog/introducing-mobility-ai-advancing-urban-transportation/
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzXyPGEtseI
• https://storage.googleapis.com/deepmind-media/Era-of-Experience%20/The%20Era%20of%20Experience%20Paper.pdf

Now generative AI has inhaled all human knowledge, it's time to create its own. We review a very exciting new paper, called The Age of Experience, that explains how AI agents will create their own dataset of intelligence that will help us reach that unimaginable state of AGI.

Can't wait to have you join us on today's extra-exciting episode of AI Today!

I built a team of AI agents to create an annual report - one of the journalist's worst nightmares. And it did a remarkable job.

Read all about it:

https://medium.com/@DaveThackeray/how-to-create-an-annual-report-with-ai-b2d847a4d643

Are your AI agents brilliant but lonely?

Do they operate in isolation, unable to tap into data and capabilities across your organisation, hindering your potential for true automation and growth?

Then get ready for a game-changer! In this episode, we delve into the Agent2Agent (A2A) Protocol, a groundbreaking open standard spearheaded by Google Cloud and backed by over 50 industry giants like Salesforce, Langchain, and SAP.

Discover how A2A is poised to revolutionise the way your AI agents collaborate, breaking down data walls and enabling seamless communication across diverse systems and vendors.

Imagine a future where your AI agents can:

• Intelligently discover other specialised agents, understand their skills through "Agent Cards", and delegate tasks automatically – like a digital brain trust working for you.
• Securely exchange information and coordinate actions to automate complex, end-to-end workflows that were previously impossible. Think streamlined hiring processes with agents handling everything from candidate sourcing to interview scheduling and background checks.
• Boost productivity exponentially by enabling agents to team up and accomplish far more than they could individually, leading to unprecedented operational efficiency.
• Lower your long-term costs by reducing the need for custom-built integrations and providing a standardised way to manage your entire agent ecosystem.
• Unlock new levels of innovation by giving you the flexibility to combine agents from various providers, avoiding vendor lock-in and fostering a dynamic AI landscape.
• Handle complex tasks and long-running processes with built-in support for status updates and real-time feedback, ensuring seamless automation of even your most intricate business operations.

We'll explore how A2A, built on familiar web standards like HTTP and JSON, provides a common language for your AI agents, and how it complements technologies like Anthropic's MCP to create a powerful foundation for the future of agentic AI.

This isn't just theory. We'll look at real-world examples and discuss how embracing A2A now can give your business a significant competitive edge, opening up new revenue streams and transforming your operational capabilities.

Don't let your AI agents remain isolated islands. Tune in to discover how the Agent2Agent Protocol can unlock their true collaborative power and pave the way for a more automated, efficient, and profitable future for your business!

We're seeing a continuing growth in the number of duplicitous attacks by AI agents on individuals.

Previously cyber criminals focused most of their efforts where the greatest gains were to be made - phishing large organisations, infecting servers and locking down applications ready for ransoms to be paid.

But with AI, anyone with half a brain can launch an army of AI agents across networks of individual users.

It's terrifying.

We need cognitive security and sovereignty, and we need that technological literacy, fast.

You will never hear a more important episode of AI Today.

This show will transform your business.

Unlock immense value.

And help you take that step towards putting your business on autopilot - so you can finally be rewarded for all those years of graft, grey hair, and wrinkles!

Enjoy AI Today. This is a long listen - but the best things in life always take time...

Read more at:

https://www.wordandmouth.com/data-driven-business

And talk to me about getting started, at [email protected]

We've been moaning for months about the limitations of AI when coding.

Which is because we're asking AI to jive with our human world.

It's impossible. In its current state, AI can only predict the next word. And yet we've created syntax designed purposefully to be human readable. Have you ever tried solving a Rubik's cube with your hands tied behind your back? Look, what you do in your spare time...

So I started thinking about a better way. Where AI doesn't solve our today problems. It looks for tomorrow opportunities. And celebrates them in a language designed from the ground up for the benefit of AI and its algorithms.

Read more about Vexis at:

https://medium.com/@DaveThackeray/introducing-the-world-changing-vexis-our-first-ever-ai-programming-language-a90d174387b3

Sick of paying a fortune to get answers from AI?

Small language models (SLMs) are the answer.

Learn how these efficient AIs offer comparable performance to large language models at a fraction of the cost.

Discover real-world case studies where companies have saved millions by switching to locally hosted SLMs, improving data security and complying with privacy regulations.

Explore the potential of hybrid architectures, combining the power of large models for prototyping with the cost-effectiveness of SLMs for specific tasks.

We explore how businesses can leverage the power of AI in a way that's cost-effective, efficient, and responsible - plus, how to build custom AI teams perfectly tailored to their unique needs and goals.

Many years ago I was an editor with the business they now call Wyndham Hotels and Resorts.

So I decided to give it an AI makeover - with my co-hosts recommending opportunities for the hospitality industry to embrace this new technology to drive growth, boost productivity, and keep everyone happy.

On today's show we learn how AI can analyse guest data, predict market trends, and personalise customer experiences to stay ahead of the competition.

You'll find out how to automate repetitive tasks, optimise marketing campaigns, and enhance guest services with AI-powered chatbots that provide 24/7 multilingual support.

We'll take a look at how AI can predict maintenance issues, streamline compliance, and protect sensitive data, ensuring ethical AI implementation.

And you'll hear how to drive change management strategies getting employees on board, and build a culture of innovation.

Join us to uncover the potential of AI in transforming your business, improving efficiency, and creating exceptional experiences for customers and employees alike.

Sales is tough as old boots. Waiting months for a decision, trying to get your foot in the door, negotiations, mindreading - it's more than enough to justify an MBE.

What if every salesperson had their own researcher on tap?

And a highly-organised PA.

And an admin team of experts who knew exactly what information was needed to share insights with the team for everyone to get better - and to make hitting targets simpler?

Sounds like you're ready for today's episode. It's a Billy belter!

Links:

• Microsoft Dynamics 365: Accelerate your journey to AI-first selling
• Sales Research Agent (YouTube)