Higher Intelligence

In this episode, JC Bonilla from VaynerMedia discusses the key ideas from Gary Vaynerchuk's new book "Day Trade Attention". The host explore how social media has become the prime space for building brand relevance and driving sales. JC breaks down how social media algorithms work, favoring native content and meaningful engagement. He emphasizes the importance of organic reach, cohort-based marketi...

In this episode of Generation AI, hosts JC Bonilla and Ardis Kadiu dive into the recent Microsoft Build and Google IO conferences, which were dominated by announcements around artificial intelligence. Microsoft revealed its vision for AI-powered PCs with Copilot, while Google showcased Gemini, its most advanced AI model, being integrated across its product suite. These developments will change the...

In this episode of Generation AI, hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla discuss OpenAI's launch of GPT-4o, a groundbreaking multimodal AI model. GPT-4o can accept and generate text, audio, images, and video, enabling more natural human-AI interactions. The model is faster, more capable, and half the price of its predecessor, GPT-4. Excitingly, GPT-4o will be freely available to all users of ChatGPT...

In this eye-opening episode, hosts JC Bonilla and Ardis Kadiu discuss Microsoft and LinkedIn's 2024 Work Trend Index report, which highlights the rapid adoption of AI in the workplace. With 75% of knowledge workers already using AI, and nearly half starting in the past 6 months, the future of work is undeniably AI-powered. They explore how AI is helping employees tackle the growing "digital debt"...

In this episode of Generation AI, hosts Ardis and JC explore how artificial intelligence is being integrated into our daily routines to boost productivity and efficiency. They walk through a typical day, discussing AI applications for morning routines, work tasks, commuting, and evening activities. Key topics include using AI for sleep tracking, news summaries, wardrobe selection, meeting notes, p...

In this episode of Generation AI, hosts Ardis Kadiu and JC Bonilla explore the growing trend of custom GPTs and how they're being used by enterprises to boost productivity and streamline workflows. They discuss Moderna's impressive adoption of 750 custom GPTs across their organization, from optimizing vaccine doses to other key functions. Ardis shares his experience building custom GPTs for the Ge...

In this episode, hosts JC Bonilla and Ardis Kadiu explore how AI is disrupting traditional search and revolutionizing knowledge discovery in higher education. They discuss Element451's groundbreaking AI search tool, which combines the power of large language models with university-specific content to provide students with a highly personalized, engaging search experience. The conversation highligh...

In this episode, JC and Ardis discuss Meta's recent AI announcements, including the release of Llama 3, the best open source AI model available, and the introduction of Meta AI assistants across their products. They explore how these developments are transforming social media interactions and enabling more seamless AI experiences. The conversation also touches on the concept of "brandformance," li...

In this visionary episode of Generation AI, Lev Gonick, CIO at Arizona State University, shares how ASU is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to revolutionize higher education. From personalized student support to cutting-edge research, AI is driving innovation across the university. Lev discusses ASU's groundbreaking partnership with OpenAI, which empowers faculty, staff, and student...

In this episode of Generation AI, hosts JC Bonilla and Ardis Kadiu explore the complex world of business models for artificial intelligence products and services. They discuss recent developments with Google and OpenAI, and break down the various pricing strategies being employed, from free access to premium subscriptions. Ardis shares insights from his experience building AI into Element's higher...

In this episode, Ardis chats with CMO Michael Bettersworth live at the ASU+GSV AIR Show about the impactful integration of AI in higher education. Michael shares insights from Texas State Technical College’s approach to leveraging technology in marketing and student support, discussing both the potential and challenges of AI in the current educational landscape. The conversation also highlights th...

Live from the ASU+GSV AIR Show, Ardis Kadiu interviews Pamela Luckett-Smith, Chief Digital Engagement Officer at Dallas College, about the transformative role of AI in education. Pamela shares her expertise on integrating AI into the curriculum to ensure students are not only prepared but also proactive in their approach to future technological landscapes. The discussion focuses on breaking down b...

Will AI take our jobs? It's the question on everyone's mind as AI races forward. In this episode, we explore AI's potential impact on work in higher education. We discuss the evolution of roles, the rise of AI assistants, and the growing gap between cutting-edge tech and day-to-day realities in academia. One thing is clear: Embracing AI is essential for career survival. AI and Job Evolution Discus...

In this episode of Generation AI, hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla explore the exciting world of AI assistants and how they're transforming higher education. Inspired by the groundbreaking AI software engineer, Devon, Ardis shares how Element is creating AI team members to revolutionize student engagement and staff productivity. From AI academic advisors to copywriters and data analysts, these...

In this action-packed episode, we discuss the implications of Apple and Google's potential AI partnership for on-device capabilities, Microsoft's strategic acquisition of Inflection AI to bolster their AI offerings, the upcoming release of GPT-5 and its potential impact, Elon Musk's decision to open-source Grok, and NVIDIA's powerful new Blackwell GPU.  Apple & Google's AI Partnership Apple licens...

In this insightful episode of Generation AI, hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla dive deep into the practical steps for organizations to become AI-ready. They discuss the importance of transforming data into knowledge bases using vector databases and the role of cloud infrastructure in this process. The conversation also touches on the skills and mindset required for technical teams to adapt to A...

In this episode of Generation AI, hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla dive into the evolution of dashboards and how AI is transforming the way higher education leaders interact with and derive insights from data. They explore the limitations of traditional dashboards and discuss how generative AI is empowering users to ask questions in natural language, receive personalized insights, and make dat...

On this episode of Generation AI, we take a deep dive into the world of conversational AI chatbots and their transformative impact on higher education. The discussion traces the evolution of chatbots from simple, rule-based systems to the sophisticated, AI-powered agents of today. Ardis breaks down the inner workings of modern chatbots, explaining concepts like retrieval augmented generation (RAG)...

This episode of Generation AI dives into the latest AI developments, focusing on the competition between large language models like Gemma, Mistral, and Meta's Llama 3. It explores advancements in video and image AI, highlighting Stable Diffusion 3, Alibaba's EMO model, and Pika Labs' lip sync feature. The main discussion centers on the controversy surrounding Google's image-generation tool, examin...

This episode of the Generation AI podcast delves into the evolution and application of predictive AI within higher education, focusing on enrollment predictions and marketing. Hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla explore machine learning's roots, its distinction from generative AI, and its critical role in modeling prospective student behaviors. They discuss the transition from demographic to beha...

In this episode of Generation AI, hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla dive into the groundbreaking announcements of Google's Gemini 1.5 model and OpenAI's SORA, a revolutionary text-to-video model. The discussion starts with the excitement surrounding the rapid advancements in AI technology, particularly focusing on the features and implications of both models. Gemini 1.5, introduced by Google, s...

Summary Explore the evolving landscape of AI-powered wearables and their implications for higher education and beyond. We delve into groundbreaking wearables, including Apple Vision Pro, Oura Ring, Meta Smart Glasses, and the pioneering Neuralink brain-computer interface. The discussion spans from health and fitness monitoring to spatial computing and immersive learning experiences, highlighting t...

In this special bonus episode of "Generation AI," hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla dive into the creative and impactful world of Super Bowl LVIII commercials, specifically focusing on those themed around artificial intelligence. The 2024 Super Bowl showcased a diverse range of AI-related ads, demonstrating the technology's expanding influence across various industries, from cybersecurity and a...

In this episode, we delve into the intricate world of deepfakes, exploring the technology behind them, their diverse applications, ethical considerations, and what the future holds. Hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla guide us through understanding deepfakes, the balance between their potential for harm and innovative uses, and the ongoing efforts to navigate the ethical dilemmas they present. In...

This bonus episode of the "Generation AI" podcast dives into Google's latest AI development, focusing on the rebranding of its chatbot Bard to Gemini and the release of the new model, Gemini Ultra. The hosts discuss the transition from Bard to Gemini, emphasizing its multimodal capabilities (handling text, image, voice, and video inputs and outputs) and the introduction of advanced features like c...