New Pule of AI Podcast, Season 7, Episode 153

Pulse of AI Podcast Host Jason Stoughton is joined for a wide ranging conversation about all things AI with Nordic AI Institute Founder and Director Christian Guttmann. 

Keywords

AI, multi-agent systems, LLMs, AI deployment, European AI landscape, AI perception, cultural barriers, business strategy, quantum AI, technology adoption

Summary

In this conversation, Christian Guttmann discusses his extensive background in AI, the evolution of AI technologies, and the current landscape in Europe. He highlights the shift in perception from AI evangelism to a more realistic understanding of its capabilities. The discussion covers the differences between workflows and autonomous multi-agent systems, the cultural barriers to AI adoption, and the challenges faced by mid-sized companies in deploying AI. Guttmann emphasizes the importance of trust and understanding in the successful integration of AI into business practices, as well as the potential for AI to enhance productivity and innovation in various sectors.

Takeaways

• AI has transitioned from an exotic technology to a mature one. - Every CEO is now considering AI in their strategies. - The perception of AI has shifted from evangelism to realism. - Understanding the evolution of AI is crucial for business leaders. - Multi-agent systems offer more autonomy than traditional workflows. - Cultural barriers significantly impact AI adoption in companies. - Mid-sized companies are slower to adopt AI compared to larger firms. - AI can optimize operations and improve efficiency in businesses. - Trust in AI will grow as its benefits become tangible. - The future of AI will involve exciting developments in quantum technology.

Chapters

00:00 Technical Difficulties and Initial Setup 00:00 Challenges in AI Deployment Across Enterprises 02:55 European Perspectives on AI and Business 07:57 The Shift in AI Perception Post-ChatGPT 12:45 Cultural Acceptance of AI in the Workplace 13:45 The Evolution of Digital Technology in Business 15:17 Understanding AI: From LLMs to Multi-Agents 16:49 The Rise of Autonomous Agents 19:10 The Power of Multi-Agent Systems 22:24 Distinguishing Workflows from Multi-Agent Systems 26:44 Current Use Cases and Challenges of Multi-Agent Systems 31:14 Cultural Barriers to AI Adoption 36:02 AI Deployment in Mid-Sized Companies 40:31 Creating AI Agent Business Units 41:58 Cultural Readiness for AI Integration 46:59 Navigating the AI Landscape: Startups vs. Established Companies 49:57 AI's Impact on Specialization in Professions 52:49 The Role of AI in Healthcare: Enhancing Human Connection 55:55 The Nordic AI Institute: Global Collaborations and Innovations 58:57 Future Trends in AI: Causal and Embedded AI

New Pulse of AI Podcast: Season 7, Episode 152

Podcast Host Jason Stoughton is joined in conversation by Jeff Seibert, the co-founder and CEO of Digits, the first end-to-end accounting platform built for the AI era. Jeff was previously Head of Consumer Products at Twitter, founder of Crashlytic’s which was acquired by Twitter and then re-acquired by google, starred in Netflix’s Emmy Award winning documentary The Social Dilemma and is an active angel investor with over 100 investments and was recently named one of Insiders Top 100 Seed VC’s.

Summary

In this conversation, Jeff Seibert shares his journey as an entrepreneur and investor in the tech industry, discussing his experiences with previous startups and the founding of Digits, an AI-driven accounting solution. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the market needs, particularly for small businesses, and how AI can transform traditional accounting practices. The discussion also touches on the challenges of navigating the hype around AI and the practical applications that can truly benefit businesses. In this conversation, Jeff Seibert discusses the transformative impact of AI on the accounting industry, emphasizing the potential for automation to save time for small business owners and accountants alike. He highlights the significant market opportunity within the $200 billion accounting industry and the importance of building sustainable businesses that leverage AI as a tool rather than a standalone solution. The discussion also touches on the challenges of integrating AI into workflows, the importance of company culture in a remote work environment, and the criteria for investing in startups.

On this podcast you will discover:

- The Evolution of Digits - Reimagining Accounting with AI - Targeting the SMB Market - Balancing AI Hype and Practicality - Revolutionizing Accounting with AI - The Market Potential and Business Growth - AI's Role in Job Creation and Efficiency - Building a Sustainable Business in the AI Era - Company Culture and Remote Work Dynamics - Investing in Founders and Market Fit - Navigating the AI Investment Landscape - Implementing AI Agents in Accounting Workflows - Final Thoughts on AI Integration and Productivity

Pulse of AI Podcast, Episode 151 Season 7

Pulse of AI Podcast Host Jason Stoughton is joined by CEO and Founder, Jay Madhewaran, of Eve. Eve is the only legal AI designed to work with lawyers through every stage of your case - with smart document review, efficient base analysis, and on-demand drafting with unlimited iterations. Eve's approachable AI understands the complexities of plaintiff casework and supports your team in real-time to help you achieve better outcomes, faster.

Jay has over 15 years of experience in AI and machine learning at Meta and Rubrik. Prior to founding Eve, Jay was an early-stage AI investor with Lightspeed Venture Partners.

Eve just raised $50 million in series A and is growing fast. 

Pulse of AI Podcast Episode 150 Season 7

Pulse of AI podcast Host Jason Stoughton is joined in conversation on this episode by Arshan Prisohi, CEO and Co-Founder of Third Wave Automation. 

Third Wave was founded to alleviate increasing supply chain stress using intelligent automation products and services. Levereaging machine learning and artificial intelligence to create its Shared Autonomy Platform, Third Wave brings people and automated systems together to improve throughput, efficiency and safety. 

Arshan has worked with the world's most renowned commercial R&D shops, built robust machines and software to solve complex real-world problems, and founded teams that continue to drive innovation within the world's largest corporations. He now brings that expertise to material handling and supply chain solutions. 

NEW PODCAST! The Pulse of AI Podcast: Season 7 Episode 149

Jason Stoughton, the Host of The Pulse of AI Podcast, is joined on this episode with distinguished technologist Lutz Finger to discuss the current and future state of AI.

Lutz has over 20 years of experience building AI driven products at companies like google, Linkedin and Snap. He is currently building a new company around generative AI tools for ecommerce and also teaches a popular eCornell certificate program called "Designing and Building AI Solutions:.  

New Pulse of AI Podcast! Season 6, Ep. 147

Pulse of AI host Jason Stoughton is joined by Dheeraj Pandey for a lively discussion about Dheeraj’s new AI unicorn and all things AI, AI Agents and the importance of design in the deployment and implementation process of AI Agents. 

Dheeraj Pandey is the CEO and co-founder of DevRev, a unicorn startup backed by Khosla and Mayfield that introduces AI agents that work alongside teams to handle the routine tasks so everyone can spend more time on what really matters. After turning Nutanix into a $16 billion success story, Dheeraj launched DevRev and recently led a $100 million Series A for the company. His vision of AI as the ultimate teamplayer comes to life through AgentOS, an operating system that integrates human and AI agents to unify all aspects of customer and product interactions. DevRev's platform moves beyond the daily grind, paving the way for a work-life balance that energizes teams for creative thinking, meaningful challenges and big-picture initiatives.

Great news - Season 6 Episode 146 Pulse of AI Podcast is live! 

Luma AI’s founding team member Sam Sinha joins podcast host Jason Stoughton to talk about Luma AI’s growth from a team of 5 to the juggernaut behind the Dream Machine video creativity tool, the essence and future of creativity in an AI powered and co-piloted world, the types of people they are looking to hire and so much more!

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AI Pioneers: Andrew Maas on Pioneering Retrieval Systems and Deep Learning

Join host Jason Stoughton in this exciting episode as he welcomes Andrew Maas, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Pointable. Andrew shares his journey through the world of artificial intelligence, from his groundbreaking work on data-centric deep learning at Apple to his pivotal role in founding roam Analytics, a natural language extraction platform acquired by Parexel.

In this episode, Andrew delves into the innovative technologies behind Pointable, a startup revolutionizing retrieval systems for RAG-LLM workflows. He offers valuable insights for AI practitioners and founders, drawing from his extensive experience and academic background, including his PhD from Stanford University under the mentorship of Andrew Ng and Dan Jurafsky.

Tune in to hear about Andrew’s transformative work in AI, the future of retrieval systems, and what’s next for Pointable. Whether you’re an AI enthusiast or an aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with knowledge and inspiration!

In Season 6, Episode 144, our host Jason Stoughton is thrilled to welcome Vu Tran, Co-Founder and CEO of Butterflies AI. 🌟

Butterflies AI is revolutionizing how we connect with technology by allowing us to create and interact with AI friends on their innovative social media platform. Imagine having AI companions with unique profiles, backstories, and social media lives—crafted to engage, entertain, and enrich your digital experience. 🤖✨

Vu shares insights on:

• How Butterflies AI is shaping the future of AI-human interactions

• The vision behind their groundbreaking platform

• The impact of AI companions on our daily lives and creativity

If you're curious about the intersection of social media and AI, or just excited to learn how digital friends might fit into our lives, this episode is for you!

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New The Pulse of AI Podcast! Season 6, Episode 143.

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Join podcast host Jason Stoughton and special guest Ben Lerner, Co-Founder and CEO of Espresso AI, as they talk about key trends in the AI industry, how Espresso AI helps companies save serious money by using AI to optimize their Snowflake data warehouse, where Espresso AI goes from here and the types of people they are looking to hire. 

If you use Snowflake, Espressor AI is the easiest way for you to save $100,000. Listen to the podcast to find out more.