• Digimasters Shorts - Ecosia and Qwant Challenge Google, Trump's AI Silence Amid Elon Musk Influence, Amazon AR Glasses Revamp Delivery, Meta's Military AI Controversy

  • Nov 13 2024
  • Length: 6 mins
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Digimasters Shorts - Ecosia and Qwant Challenge Google, Trump's AI Silence Amid Elon Musk Influence, Amazon AR Glasses Revamp Delivery, Meta's Military AI Controversy

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    Welcome to Digimasters Shorts, your go-to podcast for the freshest updates and insights from the digital landscape. Hosted by Adam Nagus and Carly Wilson, this podcast delves into groundbreaking developments that shape our tech-driven world.

    In this episode, we explore a trailblazing partnership between Berlin-based Ecosia and its competitor Qwant as they collaborate to create the European Search Perspective (EUSP) in an effort to challenge search giants like Google and Bing. We dive into the implications of this project and how it might transform web searches for French and German users by prioritizing eco-friendliness and ethics.

    We also examine the notable absence of artificial intelligence discussions from President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign, despite AI's growing influence on economic and job landscapes. With insights into Elon Musk’s significant role in AI advancement, we question who will chart the future of AI under the Trump administration.

    Next, we highlight a breakthrough AI-driven algorithm developed by Mount Sinai for NICU infants, offering new possibilities in continuous neurological monitoring through video feeds. This innovation promises a future of real-time alerts paired with traditional assessments to revolutionize neonatal care.

    Additionally, we discuss Amazon's innovative foray into augmented reality with smart glasses designed for its delivery drivers, alongside other tech giants exploring this domain. Meanwhile, OpenAI and peers adapt to scarcity in fresh data with synthetic alternatives, signaling a shift in AI training methodologies.

    Finally, we scrutinize Meta's controversial decision to offer its generative AI models, Llama, to U.S. defense agencies, raising complex ethical questions about open-source AI and its transparency. As Llama navigates its role with governmental entities, concerns around data collection and user privacy loom large.

    Join us on Digimasters Shorts as we navigate the complexities and potentials of these digital transformations, decoding the impact on businesses, society, and everyday life.

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    Don't forget to checkout our larger sister podcast - The Digimasters Podcast here. Which has many expert guests discussing AI, Career Mentoring, Fractional Careers, Digital and much much more.


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