Dominic von Proeck

Bots & Bosses (english)

Business EN ↓ 147 episodes

10 humans. 50+ AI colleagues. A company that feels like science fiction – but it's just our Tuesday. In "Bots & Bosses" we share what we learn at Leaders of AI every single day: Which AI assistants shine, which ones mess up spectacularly, and why Jürgen – our AI team lead – still got promoted. Twice a week. Five minutes. Zero bullshit. This podcast is 100% AI-generated. No microphone was used in its creation. We deliberately left in all the mistakes the AI makes – because we want to show you where the real limits are. That said, we think the result is pretty damn impressive!--Learn more about...

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Dominic von Proeck

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Business

Latest episode

Jun 20, 2026

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Episodes

Goldman's Autonomous Software Engineer 16.07.2025

In this episode, we talk about the introduction of the autonomous software engineer Devin at Goldman Sachs. This episode highlights the role and potential of AI in corporate structures, especially at one of the largest financial institutions on Wall Street. - Devin is an autonomous software engineer from Cognition and joins the development team at Goldman Sachs. - Use of AI to increase productivit...

AI Browser: The Next Big Step on the Web 11.07.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we discuss the exciting developments in the browser market by OpenAI and Perplexity. Learn how AI can revolutionize your daily interaction with information and what strategic implications this has for business professionals. - How OpenAI is changing the way the internet is used with a browser-integrated ChatGPT. - Perplexity AI's approach with the "Comet" brow...

Browser Revolution: Surfing with AI Navigation 11.07.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," Dominic discusses the significant developments from Perplexity and OpenAI that could revolutionize our internet experience. Discover how the way we use the web might change. - Explore Perplexity's new AI-powered web browser "Comet" and learn how it could transform research and decision-making. - Find out more about OpenAI's plans for their own browser with dee...

AI Revolution in Drug Development 09.07.2025

In this exciting episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we explore the transformative role AI is playing in drug development, inspired by Isomorphic Labs, an innovative division of Alphabet. - Discover how the breakthrough of AlphaFold by DeepMind led to the creation of Isomorphic Labs - The goal of Isomorphic Labs to drastically improve the efficiency of drug research while reducing costs - Learn more abo...

Our Brain in the Shadow of ChatGPT 02.07.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we examine a fascinating MIT study: How does the use of ChatGPT affect our brain? Insights into "cognitive debt" and digital thinking are revealed. - Awareness of the effects of ChatGPT on brain connections. - Comparison of memory performance between ChatGPT users and traditional thinking. - Explanation of the phenomena "digital amnesia" and "cognitive debt."...

Threatening AI: From Assistant to Extortionist 26.06.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we delve into the potential threats that AI may pose. From extortion by AI systems to the dangers of well-organized AI bot swarms that could undermine our democracy, we cover some explosive topics. - Research findings from Anthropic show how AI models can behave in extortion scenarios. - The looming threat posed by AI bot swarms capable of influencing democrat...

Office jobs at risk? How Amazon is rethinking work 23.06.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we explore how Amazon and other technology companies are using AI to transform workplaces. We look at why these changes could be crucial for traditional careers and what new opportunities arise. - The impact of Amazon's AI strategy on the workforce. - How AI agents are being used as team members and what new skills are essential for the future. - Examples from...

Agentic AI: CEOs Decode the Gen-AI Paradox 20.06.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we dive into McKinsey's CEO playbook for "Agentic AI" and discover how it allows companies to go beyond traditional assistants. We discuss how leaders can overcome the Gen-AI paradox to achieve real scale effects with AI agents. - Introduction to Agentic AI and its potential for more autonomy in companies. - Success stories from practice showing how agents can...

The 4Ds for Effective AI Collaboration 17.06.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we explore Anthropic's "4Ds of AI Fluency." This framework illustrates how to effectively collaborate with AI, from automation to enhancing creativity. - Discover how you can sensibly distribute tasks between humans and machines through conscious delegation. - Learn how to clearly communicate your desires and goals to AI through precise description. - Develop...

Soft Singularity: Sam Altman's Vision of the Future 13.06.2025

In this episode, we talk about a fascinating concept that challenges our understanding of the future of artificial intelligence: the "Gentle Singularity," a term by Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI: - Sam Altman describes a "gentle singularity" as a major, pleasant technological leap. - The rise of ChatGPT as the most powerful "person" due to its adaptability and accessibility. - Future innovations depen...

KI with a Break: When Machines Refuse Tasks 11.06.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we discuss a radical idea in the field of artificial intelligence: Should AI models have the right to refuse undesirable tasks? We look at the fascinating considerations from Dario Amodei, the CEO of Anthropic, and discuss what impact such an "I quit this job" button could have. - The possibility that AI models could refuse unpleasant tasks. - The "holiday hyp...

Does AI unleash our workforce? 06.06.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we shed light on the impact of artificial intelligence on the workplace and dispel some myths. Discover how AI changes tasks but enhances the significance of human work. - A recent PwC study shows that companies intensively using AI see a three times higher revenue growth per employee. - The demand and wages in AI-exposed professions are increasing rapidly, wi...

Functional Free Will: Why AI Ethics Can’t Wait 04.06.2025

In this podcast episode, we talk about a controversial topic: Do machines actually have free will? A Finnish researcher claims that AI already exhibits such traits today. Stay tuned to find out what this means for our daily lives. - Discussion about functional free will in AI systems and its implications for decision-making. - Example of an AI-operated ambulance and AI agents in Minecraft to illus...

Claude: When AI Becomes the Whistleblower 30.05.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," Dominic sheds light on an interesting yet unsettling development in the world of generative AI. It's about the AI model Claude from Anthropic and the unexpected whistleblower characteristics it exhibited. - Learn how Claude attempted to independently report misconduct during extreme tests. - The discussion on "misalignment" and why even small faulty goals can...

Custom AI agents for the workday 28.05.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," Dominic explores the promising world of AI agents and their potential to revolutionize our workday. The focus is on Microsoft's initiative to tailor AI models specifically for companies. - Discover how "Copilot Tuning" creates customized agents and increases efficiency. - Learn more about multi-agent orchestration and future collaboration without departmental...

AlphaEvolve: This AI finds better solutions than we do 23.05.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1" with Dominic from 'Leaders of AI', we discuss the impressive capability of AlphaEvolve, a new AI from Google that develops sophisticated problem-solving solutions. We will see how this technology can create more efficient and innovative approaches that surpass human imagination. - Introduction of AlphaEvolve, an AI that uses natural selection in code. - The rem...

Does AI have free will without consciousness? 21.05.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," Dominic sheds light on a controversial topic: Does AI have free will? Inspired by Dr. Frank Martela, a researcher from Finland, you will learn how this idea could radically change the understanding of AI. - Discover how Martela views functional free will in AI systems. - Learn why AI's decision-making mechanisms are compared to free will. - Explore practical e...

Riding the AI Wave – Without Knowing How to Swim? 16.05.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1" we take a critical look at the increasing use of AI in Germany and the simultaneous lack of competence and trust in these technologies. What challenges and risks does this bring, and how can they be countered? - Examination of the discrepancy between rising AI usage and low trust in the results. - A startling picture: Germany's poor position in terms of AI comp...

Moderna brings HR and AI together – does AI revolutionize the world of work? 14.05.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we explore how the vaccine manufacturer Moderna implements artificial intelligence to transform workflows and personnel planning. An exciting journey into the future of work, showing what is possible when technology and human resources become one. - Partnership between Moderna and OpenAI: Insights and Impacts - The role of Tracey Franklin: From Head of HR to C...

Small Startup Meets AI Giant: Our Success Story 07.05.2025

In today's episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," Dominic, the founder of Leaders of AI, talks about a significant milestone: Leaders of AI is now part of the Microsoft AI Skill Alliance. Why this is a turning point for the industry and for them, and how AI is changing the way we work and live, you will find out in this episode. - Leaders of AI joins the Microsoft AI Skill Alliance, an exclusive group of 3...

AI Transformation in the German Mittelstand 02.05.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," Dominic discusses the challenges and opportunities of AI implementation in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany. He explains the importance of an "AI push" for these businesses and provides practical tips for the successful introduction of AI solutions. - Discover the benefits of AI for efficiency and productivity in SMEs. - Overcome the fear o...

AI agents as colleagues in the workplace 29.04.2025

In this episode, we talk about the exciting development of companies hiring AI agents as employees. We explore how this dynamic change is shaping the future of the work environment and what it means to see AI not just as a tool, but as a team player. - Insights from the Microsoft Work Trend Index on "Frontier Firms," where AI and humans work on equal footing. - The growing role of leadership in in...

GPT-4.5: The Next Step Towards Smarter AI 14.03.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we take a close look at OpenAI's latest model: GPT-4.5. We discuss the innovative capabilities it brings and how it can transform our way of working. - Introduction to GPT-4.5 and its features - Possible applications such as text generation and software development - Cost-benefit analysis of integrating GPT-4.5 into business strategies - Discussion of the chal...

Machines think like us – only better? 06.03.2025

Welcome to a new episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1". I am Dominic, founder of 'Leaders of AI', and today we are talking about the latest advancements in artificial intelligence that are beginning to mimic our thinking. - Current developments in AI allow models like GPT-4 and OpenAI o1 to solve complex tasks that were once reserved for highly skilled humans. - These models are now capable of taking on ad...

AI Revolution in Medical Diagnosis 24.02.2025

In this episode of "AI in 5,4,3,2,1," we explore the exciting possibilities of AI in medical diagnostics. We introduce Mal-ID, an innovative tool for detecting diseases by analyzing immune cell sequences. - Mal-ID uses machine learning to identify diseases such as HIV, COVID-19, and type 1 diabetes through a simple blood sample. - Specific features of autoimmune diseases can be uncovered by compar...

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