A.I. First for Consultants

Inside the AI that got the election right


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This episode dives deep into the role of AI in the 2024 U.S. election coverage, particularly the performance of the chatbot Perplexity. The key points covered include:

  1. Perplexity's successful real-time election updates strike a balance between speed and accuracy by partnering with trusted data sources.
  2. Contrast with other AI chatbots like Grok, which struggled with biased and inaccurate information.
  3. Implications of Perplexity's success raise questions about the evolving relationship between AI, traditional media, and the public.
  4. Legal and ethical challenges around AI content acquisition and the clash between AI platforms and established media organizations. -
  5. The broader potential of AI to transform various industries like healthcare and education, as well as concerns about exacerbating inequality and the need for responsible development.
  6. The overall message is that the future of AI is not predetermined, and public engagement and vigilance will be crucial in shaping this transformative technology for the benefit of all.

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    A.I. First for ConsultantsBy Andrew Lawless