Expecting too much too early?

☕️ Greetings! It's Wednesday, October 4th. Welcome back to my daily dive into the AI landscape.

!? Expecting too much too early from Generative AI? It could take 5+ years before we see productivity gains. Generative AI holds promise for productivity gains, but the timeline for its full potential remains uncertain. Gartner suggests it could take two to five years, but experts have varying views. John Sviokla of GAI Insights believes it's already delivering productivity in "WINS Work" areas. Alok Shankar from Oracle Health AI thinks it might extend beyond five years for complex tasks. John Pennypacker of Deep Cognition emphasizes the potential for unexpected breakthroughs. Iu Ayala, Gradient Insight CEO, highlights current AI productivity gains in content generation, design, healthcare, and customer service. Fabrice Bellingard, VP at Sonar, sees rapid AI advancements in software development but emphasizes the importance of maintaining code quality. Patience is crucial as AI transforms various industries. Read more here.

🗞️ Today’s Highlights:

• LATEST NEWS & TRENDS — 'Counterfeit people': The dangers posed by Meta’s AI celebrity lookalike chatbot

• INDUSTRY | FUNCTION — AI for fashion brands: Use cases, benefits and future trends in the fashion landscape

• RESOURCES — 50 Useful Generative AI Examples in 2023

• WORK — How to harness the power of generative AI for better jobs? Experts share their views

• AI TOOLS — 10 Best AI Scheduling Assistants

• CHARTS — Artificial Intelligence: Key insights, data and tables

🗞️ LATEST NEWS & TRENDS

1️⃣ Meta's rolling out 28 chatbots with unique personalities, designed to appeal to younger audiences. They even look like celebrities, thanks to special partnerships. While it's being marketed as all fun and games, critics argue that these chatbots blur the line between human and machine in risky ways. Ethical concerns include the potential for these bots to express harmful opinions and the impact on user trust. With bots this lifelike, what's the future of our online reality?

Reference: ('Counterfeit people': The dangers posed by Meta’s AI celebrity lookalike chatbots)

2️⃣ Sarah, a video game designer, felt her creative role got downsized after her firm adopted Midjourney, an AI tool that can craft intricate game visuals in record time. Once the artist behind immersive worlds, she now finds herself tidying up after the AI. Her story prompts bigger questions about AI's influence on creative industries. While automation has its merits, it's high time for a collective dialogue on how to ensure human creativity isn't sidelined.

Reference: (How Generative Tools Like Midjourney And DALL-E Are Disrupting The Gaming Industry One Designer At A Time)

3️⃣ The world of generative AI is heating up with debates on creator compensation. Over 8,500 writers have signed an open letter calling for fair remuneration for their copyrighted works used in AI training. Companies like Adobe and Getty are introducing vague "creators' funds," but the payout details are sketchy at best. The industry is flush with promises but short on specifics, leaving creators in a state of financial ambiguity. Trust? That's a luxury few can afford in this emerging landscape.

Reference: (How much can artists make from generative AI? Vendors won’t say)

4️⃣ Google's AI chatbot, Bard, faced a privacy glitch as conversations started appearing in Google search results. The issue was raised by SEO consultant Gagan Ghotra, who found private chats showing up in search results. Peter Liu from Google explained that this happened when users shared their chats using a common AI chatbot feature. However, critics argued that this was a privacy breach, as users expected shared conversations to remain private. This incident raises concerns about AI chatbot privacy and the rush to compete in the AI industry. Google is working to fix the issue.

Reference: (Google was accidentally leaking its Bard AI chats into public search results)

5️⃣ Amidst rising employee stress and the Great Resignation, HR teams turn to Human Capital Management (HCM) platforms enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI). Improved workplace communication is pivotal, yet a gap exists between perception and reality. AI aids in healthcare scheduling and remote work, boosting well-being. Generative AI takes HCM further, summarizing data, aiding content creation, and offering suggestions while ensuring data security. Effective HR practices and communication are key to a motivated and engaged workforce.

Reference: (Why workforce transformation hinges on AI)

🗞️ INDUSTRY | FUNCTION

AI can transform the fashion sector by boosting operational tasks, elevating customer interactions, and fostering eco-friendliness. Through its application in design, supply chain optimization, tailored shopping, inventory control, and foresight through analytics, AI opens doors to fresh possibilities and pioneering offerings. Forward-thinking fashion retailers adopting AI not only stay trend-savvy, but also enhance their earnings, marking AI as a crucial asset in fashion retail's roadmap ahead. Hence, harnessing AI is vital for retailers to revamp their business strategies, broaden their market footprint, and skyrocket customer satisfaction.

Reference: (AI for fashion brands: Use cases, benefits and future trends in the fashion landscape)

🗞️ RESOURCES

ChatGPT breaks down this diagram of a human cell for a 9th grader.

Credit: Mckay Wrigley

Generative AI, thriving in recent times, is altering realms like healthcare, education, and business by offering innovative solutions daily. This piece enlightens on 50 practical applications across industries with real-world examples, showcasing AI's potential in overcoming industry-specific challenges. From aiding early disease detection to enhancing customer engagement and optimizing business operations, generative AI's footprint is broad and impactful, opening doors to a myriad of possibilities that continue to evolve with each passing day.

Reference: (50 Useful Generative AI Examples in 2023)

1. Conversational AI apps like Ada provide medical guidance to users.

2. Early disease detection apps like SkinVision for skin cancer awareness.

3. Accessibility apps like Virtual Volunteer aid visually impaired individuals.

4. Patient interaction apps like Hyro enhance engagement in health systems.

5. Medical product design tools like Uizard for digital prototyping.

6. AI-generated media like PEDAL for enhanced medical training.

7. Personalized learning apps like Knowji for vocabulary enhancement.

8. Innovative learning apps like Hello History for interactive history learning.

9. Training material creation tools like Synthesia for engaging video content.

10. Assessment tools like Gradescope for efficient grading and feedback.

11. Summarization tools like Genei for accelerated research.

12. Personal tutors like Duolingo Max for language learning.

13. Travel planning apps like Tripnotes.ai for streamlined itineraries.

14. Advanced search engines like Microsoft Bing for comprehensive searches.

15. Business solutions like Bloomreach for personalized customer experiences.

16. Marketing solutions like Runway for accessible video editing.

17. Customer service chatbots like ChatBot for streamlined support.

18. Virtual guides like P.A.D.D.Y for personalized tours.

19. Content creation tools for generating text, images, and videos.

20. Content repurposing tools like Jasper Campaigns for omnichannel marketing.

21. Personalized marketing strategies through RAD AI.

22. Content localization platforms like Lokalise AI for global communication.

23. Business solutions like Yooz for automated invoice processing.

24. Content optimization tools like AdCreative.ai for targeted advertising.

25. Personal finance apps like Cleo for budgeting and savings.

26. Customer service bots like Boost.ai for enhanced engagement.

27. Presentation creation tools like Tome for instant captivating slides.

28. Content personalization tools like BuzzFeed’s Infinity Quizzes for engagement.

29. Immersive user experiences through My AI on Snapchat.

30. Scalable content creation platforms like Canva for visual content.

31. Ideation tools like Sudowrite for creative brainstorming.

32. AI-generated art tools like Midjourney for image creation from text.

33. Product image creation tools like Lalaland for fashion industry.

34. Mockup generators like Dall-E for product visualization.

35. Product description generators like Copy.ai for marketing.

36. Customer service chatbots like Conversica for automated follow-ups.

37. AI-supported search tools like Bard for enhanced shopping experiences.

38. Product development tools like Midjourney for realistic visualizations.

39. Training and simulation apps like 3D simulation by Protostar.ai.

40. Customer interaction tools like Tidio for real-time chat and recommendations.

41. Complex issue resolution tools like Wizdom.ai for informed decision-making.

42. Communication tools like Hyperwrite for enhanced copywriting.

43. Rendering tools like Vizcom for swift design and rendering.

44. AI chatbots like ChatGPT for human-like conversations.

45. Design solutions like Maket.ai for automated floorplan generation.

46. Marketing solutions like NeuralText for content and SEO optimization.

47. Agricultural education platforms like Farmer.chat for real-time advisories.

48. Marketing and content generation tools like AdCreative.ai for agriculture.

49. Business operation tools like Zia for data gathering and analytics.

50. Decision support tools like Semantic Scholar for expedited research access.

🗞️ WORK

The World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2023 is sparking some much-needed conversations around generative AI. The good news? It's not all doom and gloom. Experts think AI could actually create more jobs than it kills off. But it's not just about job numbers—it's about the kinds of jobs and skills we'll need. While roles in STEM fields could flourish, bank tellers and data clerks might need to upskill. Execs are generally optimistic, with plans to integrate more AI to unlock growth. The tricky part? Making sure everyone's prepared for the shift.

Reference: (How to harness the power of generative AI for better jobs? Experts share their views)

🗞️ AI TOOLS

🔧 10 Best AI Scheduling Assistants in September 2023

AI Scheduling tools streamline scheduling, allowing professionals to focus on core tasks. They offer efficiency and accuracy, automating meeting coordination and calendar management. AI scheduling assistants understand user preferences, manage conflicts, and adapt to unique needs. ClickUp AI, Motion, Reclaim, Clockwise, Trevor, Sidekick AI, Clara, Kronologic, Scheduler AI, and Todoist are among the top options. Each excels in different areas, from project management to sales optimization. These tools simplify scheduling, making it a seamless part of work and personal life, enhancing productivity and efficiency.

Reference/Source: Unite.AI

 🔧 10 Best AI Scheduling Assistants

1. ClickUp AI

2. Motion

3. Reclaim

4. Clockwise

5. Trevor

6. Sidekick AI

7. Clara

8. Kronologic

9. Scheduler AI

10. Todoist

Disclaimer: 1) The tool descriptions are from the company behind each tool/app. 2) Please read the site details thoroughly before using and/or acquiring any of the tools listed above. We have not tested these tools and we will not be liable for anything.

🗞️ CHARTS

 👀 The latest scoop from Ipsos shows how different age groups view AI—older generations are skeptical, while Millennials and Gen Z foresee job upheaval. Sure, AI tools are catching on quickly, but just a tenth of Americans have given them a whirl. Folks are cheering for AI in medical research and car safety, but not so much in advertising and employment. The trust factor remains a stumbling block, especially when AI's involved in content creation. All in all, there's enthusiasm and skepticism, with a side of anxiety.

Reference/Source: Ipsos (Artificial Intelligence: Key insights, data and tables)

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