David Graeber's essay, "On the Phenomenon of Bullshit Jobs," published in STRIKE! Magazine, provides a critical examination of the modern workforce and the proliferation of what he terms "bullshit jobs." These are roles that the individuals occupying them perceive as meaningless and unnecessary, contributing little to nothing to the betterment of society. Graeber explores the...
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A Strategic Guide for Implementing AI in Your Business
In the fast-paced world of business technology, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a key driver of innovation and efficiency. Yet, the path to becoming an AI-driven company involves more than just acquiring state-of-the-art AI tools like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT Enterprise licenses. A successful integration of AI technologies requires a thoughtful and strategic approach. It's...
Beyond the Safe Bet: The Untapped Transformative Power of AI in Business
Ethan Mollick's insights from "On holding back the strange AI tide", make a strong argument that the traditional approaches to AI in businesses are significantly misaligned with the technology's inherently transformative nature. Mollick challenges the prevalent strategies of ignoring, banning, or centralizing AI, highlighting their ineffectiveness in harnessing AI's full potential. Embracing AI’s Transformative Power...
Is AI not so bad for the job market after all?
A recent study by MIT researchers meticulously examined the economic viability of automating tasks with computer vision AI, revealing a nuanced landscape. (Note that in the context of LLMs people often speak of multimodality, i.e., models that are able to handle other modalities such as images, audio, or video in a unified framework.) According to...
GPT Mentions: A Comprehensive Overview
OpenAI's introduction of the GPT Mentions feature marks a significant leap in conversational AI, enabling users to integrate multiple GPT models within a single ChatGPT conversation. This groundbreaking feature not only enhances the versatility of ChatGPT but also streamlines workflows, offering a user-friendly interface and practical applications across various scenarios. What are GPT Mentions? GPT...
Every Day Prompt Engineering Part 6: Text Expansion
In this instalment of the every day prompt engineering series, we’ll cover how to expand a given piece text. Text expansion refers to the process where a brief snippet of text, such as a set of instructions or a collection of topics, is elaborated into a more detailed document, like an email or an blog...
Google introduces Lumiere
Google's introduction of Lumiere, a cutting-edge AI video generation model, signifies a step forward towards realistic video generation. Lumiere utilizes a novel diffusion model known as Space-Time-U-Net (STUNet), which intricately understands the spatial and temporal dynamics of video content. This technology marks a departure from traditional methods that stitch together still frames to create motion,...
Are Prompts tiny programs?
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, one of the most intriguing developments is the rise of prompt engineering. This emerging discipline is a key component in the interaction with advanced language models like GPT-4, serving as the bridge between human intentions and AI capabilities. But what exactly is prompt engineering, and how does...
Every Day Prompt Engineering Part 5: Text Analysis
In this instalment of our Everyday Prompt Engineering series, we're going to delve into the fascinating realm of text analysis. Text analysis is a powerful tool for understanding and extracting meaningful information from written content. This capability is particularly useful in a variety of contexts, such as analyzing customer feedback, conducting research, or even organizing...
Navigating the AI-Driven Transformation in the Job Market
In the wake of Google's recent restructuring, where hundreds of roles in its advertising-sales team are being eliminated, a crucial question emerges: Is the AI evolution changing the situation on the labor market? This development, as reported by Business Insider, underscores the profound changes AI is inducing in the corporate landscape. Historically, technological advancements, despite...
