What is an AI Agent?
If you’ve been following the rapid developments in artificial intelligence (AI) lately, you’ve probably come across the term “AI Agent”. But what does it actually mean? The truth is the definition is evolving as the technology advances. Let’s try to cut through the hype and explain AI agents in simple terms. Written by Mo Ahmed […]
Early August AI News: Trends, Breakthroughs, and Innovations
This week’s AI news brings you the latest on the swift advancements in AI technology and their widespread implications. From how we use AI in the workplace to the ethical considerations of how AI companies train their models. Regardless of these challenges, it’s essential to highlight the positive aspects and groundbreaking capabilities of AI that […]
Recent News on Australian AI Regulations – updated 31 Mar
The Australian government is actively working towards establishing a regulatory framework for AI, with a particular focus on high-risk applications. The approach aims to balance innovation with safety and ethical considerations, drawing on public consultations and international experiences. Mandatory regulations for high-risk AI development are being considered, and there is an emphasis on transparency measures […]
Can AI meet our expectations for accuracy, and what happens when it falls short?
TL;DR Big Tech Moderates AI Expectations: Leaders like OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman suggest that AI’s current capabilities are less transformative than initially anticipated, warning of moderate impacts on short-term growth. Risks with AI in Critical Sectors: The WHO’s AI chatbot SARAH, delivering unreliable health information, demonstrates the perils of premature AI deployment in essential services. […]
Early May Essential News: Latest Developments and Updates
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, keeping pace with technological advancements is not just beneficial—it’s essential. Every fortnight, I delve into the latest global developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help small business owners stay ahead of the curve. TL;DR Microsoft is shifting its AI strategy by developing its own AI engine, MAI-1, under the leadership of […]
AI Washing: The Deceptive Marketing Tactic in Tech
TL;DR: AI washing is a deceptive marketing tactic where companies exaggerate or falsely claim AI use in their products or services. This practice aims to attract investors and capitalise on AI hype, but it risks eroding consumer trust and hampering genuine innovation. To spot AI washing, look for specific tech details, seek transparency, and request […]
Mid July News: Breakthroughs, Challenges, and Industry Shifts
TLDR: Runway’s text-to-video model Gen-3 Alpha has been made publicly available, while similar models from OpenAI and Google remain restricted. Meanwhile, Anthropic’s Claude 3.5 Sonnet language model is already outperforming industry rivals in various benchmarks. The AI job market is experiencing significant growth, with Australia projecting 200,000 AI-adjacent jobs by 2030. In response to the […]
Claude Artifacts: A Game-Changer for Content Creation
By Claude 3.5 Sonnet, prompted by Janey Treleaven of Intelligence Assist As the founder of Intelligence Assist, a company dedicated to helping small businesses in Australia adopt AI tools, I’m always on the lookout for innovations that can streamline the content creation process. Today, I’m excited to share my first-hand experience with a groundbreaking feature […]
How to Decide if You Can Trust an AI Tool to Protect Your Data
Data protection has been a crucial concern in the digital age for quite some time now. Most of you are probably well aware of the importance of cybersecurity and privacy. In fact, you might be tired of hearing about it, or it keeps you up at night, or you’ve already fallen victim to a data […]
Mid June News in the World of AI
TL;DR Apple’s recent WWDC event revealed an array of new AI features set to launch by year’s end, with the most notable being the integration of ChatGPT into Siri, branded as ‘Apple Intelligence’. This upgraded Siri will be able to sift through emails, texts, and photos to extract specific information, summarise and prioritise notifications, emails, […]
The Sorry State of AI in Australia: Insights from the Inaugural AFR AI Summit
As the founder of Intelligence Assist, supporting Australian small business owners in navigating the complex landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) is my core pursuit. The inaugural AFR AI Summit in Sydney provided a remarkable platfor m for this—bringing together the country’s leading minds in AI to discuss the fabric of our future, intertwined with digital […]
What happens to SEO with the rise of AI-Powered Search Engines? A Guide for Small Businesses
Written by Harriet Brown in collaboration with Perplexity.ai, our favourite AI-powered search Engine here at Intelligence Assist. TL;DR Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) is evolving with the rise of AI-driven search engines like Perplexity AI and Google AI Overviews. AI search engines favour high-quality, authoritative content over traditional SEO tactics, levelling the playing field for small […]
