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BLOCKCHAIN! …And generative AI? These topics keep being brought up together, associated, compared as similar revolutionary technologies, and Aaron has had enough! We’re throwing our hat into the ring to break down what blockchain is, how it compares to generative AI, and where we think the real value lies for these technologies and their ability to make the world a better place. 

“As a technologist, I’m always in search of the best value proposition.” Explains Aaron as he puts on his engineering hat to help us understand the complexities behind some of the biggest buzzwords in tech. 

Join Jess in asking Aaron… What the heck actually is blockchain, where did it come from, what is all the hype about, and how does it actually impact peoples’ lives? Where does generative AI come into this conversation, and should we even be talking about these things in the same breath? 

All of the super-dense studies and articles we talk about are below if you want the information straight from the horse’s mouth. 

Citations: 

1. 56.3% Growth 
2. El Salvador & Bitcoin 
3. Who Is Satashi Nakomoto?
4. “Attention is All You Need”
5. “AI Is Not Okay”
6. “What are NFTs”

Asemio Decoded is edited by Matt Stoker. 

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Asemio is the technology, data, and consulting firm for mission-based nonprofit, government, and philanthropic organizations that are addressing today’s social problems and underserved communities. With a special focus in Salesforce, consulting, data analytics, and custom software development, we equip our clients with the data they need to do good.

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Join Aaron and Jess in Episode 3 of Asemio Decoded's second season for an exploration of data's role in organizational growth. We explore the stages of data maturity and ways to enhance data practices in mission-driven organizations. The Asemio Data Technology and Advancement Model will be introduced, offering insights into better data understanding and goal setting. 

In this episode, you'll learn about data-driven strategies that can boost your organization's success. 

Subscribe to Asemio Decoded for more on data, tech, and digital transformation, and unlock your organization's potential! Download our ebook on data maturity here: https://asemio.com/library/resources/data-system-maturity/

Additional Links of Interest:

• DIKW Pyramid
• It’s Been 100 Years Since Cars Drove Pedestrians Off The Roads
• Who Invented the Internet?
• The Story of the Two Wolves
• OK Caring Foundation Case Study

Chat-GPT became the fastest-growing application in history after its launch in November 2022. It’s been a wild ride to watch the global public reception of GPT-3 (now GPT-4!), a tool we’ve been working on within our labs for a few years now. AI, large language models, and natural language processing are rapidly changing the data game and how we live and move in the world.

In this thought-provoking episode, Aaron and Jess delve into the fascinating world of ChatGPT, an advanced AI language model developed by OpenAI. They explore the intricacies, implications, and possibilities that arise from such powerful technology professionally and personally. You don’t want to miss this eye-opening episode that invites listeners to explore the inner workings of one of the most influential AI language models to date. 

Check out some interesting links mentioned in the episode:

• When AI Chatbots Hallucinate (NYTimes): https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/01/business/ai-chatbots-hallucination.html

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We’re delighted to kick off season two of Asemio Decoded with a very familiar-to-Asemio face! Lucie Doll, Program Director of the Parenting in Jail program at Family & Children’s Services (and former Asemio team member), joins Aaron and Jess to discuss her role in supporting families facing incarceration, how case management systems allow her to work better for those she serves, and more. You don’t want to miss this conversation that explores the complexities of the incarceration system, and how technology can move us in a better, stronger direction for those affected.

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Big thanks to Dr. Amy O’Hara for recording this short and sweet companion episode to our fourth episode of Asemio Decoded. Not only do you get to hear a truly approachable explanation of privacy-preserving technology from Dr. O’Hara, but you also get the flip side of the conversation. 8 ½-year-old Amelia Bean joins her dad, Aaron Bean, as a special guest and shares her thoughts on the concept at hand. Maybe it’s just us, but we feel like she was showing admirable restraint. There were no fewer than 3 rounds of “but why” that she could have thrown on the table. Guess we’ll save those rabbit trails for a future episode.

Dr. Amy O’Hara is the Research Professor at the Massive Data Institute and Executive Director of the Federal Statistical Research Data Center at the McCourt School for Public Policy. 

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In our fifth and final episode of 2022, join Aaron, Jess, and Ben as they take a trip down memory lane as we prepare to celebrate 10 years of Asemio in 2023. If you’re looking for some laughs with our crew or you want a deeper dive into some wonderful memories, this episode allows you to get to know our team in a whole new way.  

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Hear from Dr. Amy O’Hara, Research Professor at the Massive Data Institute and Executive Director of the Federal Statistical Research Data Center at the McCourt School for Public Policy in our fourth episode of Asemio Decoded. Dr. O’Hara, Aaron, and Jess dive into the ways data can help researchers and policymakers understand complex problems, Dr. O’Hara’s government sector background, and some fun questions with our favorite Mio. 

Data governance, data as a tool for collaboration, and what a national secure data service might look like are all hot topics. If you’re interested in any of these, you’re sure to find value in this episode of Asemio Decoded. 

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All treat, no trick: Join Aaron and Jess as they dive into AI consciousness – and all the spookiness that comes along with it. Joined by special guests Rev. Dr. Marlin Lavanhar, computational media artist Grace Grothaus, and Lakota spiritual leader Hermus Lonedog to hear their perspectives on AI in this special Halloween episode of Asemio Decoded.

Are you interested in unpacking the complexities of whether artificial intelligence has (or may have) consciousness informed by spiritual, artistic, and cultural perspectives on the topic? This episode is for you. 

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In this short episode and precursor to our upcoming Halloween episode on AI consciousness, Aaron and Jess put Asemio team members Lauren and Thomas to the ultimate technologist test: pose questions to three different ‘individuals’ and wager a guess as to if the interaction is with AI or a human. Were they successful at spotting the AI? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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Join us in conversation with Waldo Mikels-Carrasco, Director of the Center for Health Information Sharing & Innovation at the Illinois Public Health Institute and Co-Director of Data Across Sectors for Health (DASH). 

If you’re passionate about advancing health equity, community collaboration in public health, and promoting positive health outcomes for communities across the United States, this episode is for you. 

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