In A(i) Nutshell

The In Ai Nutshell Podcast introduces a new series where the hosts discuss their top three AI tools and honorable mentions at the end of each month. They highlight some of the most used tools they have been using this month and why they like them. The conversation provides insights into the features, uses, and experiences with each tool.    

To celebrate Pink Floyd's 50th anniversary of their Dark Side of the Moon album, they created an AI video competition where people could make music videos for any of the songs from the album.   The hosts discuss what music videos they would like to see using AI technology. They mention artists like Tupac, Jimmy Hendrix, Nirvana, Amy Winehouse, Eminem, Radiohead, Diplo, and Michael Jackson. They al...

Google's AI search results have been generating outrage due to the distressingly bad and potentially dangerous answers provided. The AI, known as AI overviews, is generating incorrect and misleading information, causing concern among users and raising questions about responsibility and training data sources.    

This episode of the In A Nutshell podcast discusses various news stories related to AI. The topics covered include Microsoft's co-pilot model with a new feature called Recall, the Washington Post using AI to read newsletters for accessibility, Facebook's use of AI to curate news content, the failure of the Humane Pin wearable device, and the development of an AI sarcasm detector. The episode also...

Madonna and the Late Show with Stephen Colbert both used AI graphics from Runway ML to enhance their performances. Madonna's production team used AI graphics to create visual effects that aligned with the theme of each song during her tour. The Late Show used Runway ML to quickly create graphics for their jokes and news segments, allowing them to stay relevant and upload content to digital platfor...

Scarlett Johansson was approached by OpenAI to be the voice of ChatGPT-4o, but she declined. However, OpenAI still used a voice that sounded similar to Johansson's voice in the movie 'Her'. Johansson has now come out saying she didn't give permission for her voice to be used. This situation raises questions about copyright, ownership of voices, and the role of management agencies in protecting AI...

Using AI to create deep fakes of oneself for interacting with fans and journalists is a topic of discussion. FK Twigs, an artist, has created a deep fake of herself to focus on her music. The concept raises questions about control, trust, and liability.   Can celebrities and artists have control over their voices, looks, and personality when it comes to AI? Trust is a crucial factor in using AI av...

Sony Music is considering suing AI companies that have trained on their content, but it may be too late to prove infringement. The use of synthetic data in training AI models could make it difficult to determine if copyrighted material has been copied. The potential legal implications and the need for a royalty scheme for AI-generated music are also discussed. The conversation highlights the chall...

his episode of the In A Nutshell podcast discusses the major news stories in the world of AI from two conferences: OpenAI and Google. OpenAI introduced ChatGPT 4o, a computer vision model with realistic voice capabilities. Google showcased their AI assistant and their competitor to OpenAI's Sora, called VEO. They also announced Gemini, their large language model connected to Google search. Additio...

Google has made a comeback in the AI race with their recent announcements. They have introduced AI music generation, generative video, and improvements to their search engine. The music generation feature, called MusicFX, is expected to be popular and accessible to the public. The generative video feature, called GoogleVO, is their version of Sora and has the potential to revolutionize the video m...

The conversation discusses the challenges of using AI-generated content in Hollywood and the issue of iterations. The hosts explore the limitations of AI in making small tweaks or changes to generated images, videos, and music. They also discuss the potential for AI to overcome these limitations and the importance of iterations in the creative process. The conversation highlights the progress made...

The conversation explores the trend of AI companies focusing on either the quality or control of their products. It discusses examples of companies in different domains that prioritize one over the other. The conversation also touches on the idea that as AI tools become more advanced, they may become personalized to individual users. The potential impact of AI on advertising and the role of social...

OpenAI is rumored to be entering the search space, potentially disrupting Google's dominance. Other news includes Mid Journey launching a website version, Sora allowing video editing, X and Grok partnering, and YouTube testing generative ideas for content suggestions. Takeaways OpenAI's entry into the search space could disrupt Google's dominance Prompt-based searching may become more popular Mid...

Ukraine has unveiled an AI-generated foreign ministry spokesperson named Victoria. This development raises questions about the role of AI in government and decision-making. The AI spokesperson will read official statements on behalf of the foreign ministry, but the statements themselves will be written by humans. The main reasons for creating the AI spokesperson are to save time and resources for...

During a talk Andrew gave in Romania, the issue of regulation stifling innovation in European countries, particularly in the field of AI, was discussed. The conversation explores the impact of regulations on AI trends in marketing, the limitations imposed by GDPR on technology availability in Europe, and the balance between protecting consumer rights and fostering innovation.  The hosts express th...

Coca-Cola has launched an AI music project called Coat Sounds, which allows users to create music using the sounds associated with Coca-Cola, such as opening a bottle or drinking from a glass. The project started with an AI app that users could download and play with the sounds, and later expanded to a physical product resembling a Coca-Cola bottle with buttons that produce the sounds. Famous musi...

The conversation discusses the world's first generative AI music video and its implications for creativity and the music industry. The hosts explore the idea that technology is catching up to our ideas and how AI is enabling the creation of music videos that were previously unfeasible due to budget constraints. They also touch on the question of whether AI-generated art can be considered true crea...

OpenAI announces partnership with Financial Times, allowing more information and summaries to be cited. Chat GPT introduces memory feature, but not yet available in the UK, Korea, and Europe. Amazon announces Amazon Q, a generative AI tool for e-commerce. Veedoo emerges as a potential competitor to Sora in video generation. Drake's song featuring 2Pac and Snoop causes controversy and potential law...

In this episode, Andrew and Chris discuss the concept of remixing in the context of AI image generation. Chris shares his experience of remixing an illustration into a concept Adidas range, which then inspired an Italian art director to remix Chris's remix into 200 more images. They explore the idea of remixing logos and styles from various brands and the potential legal and trademark issues invol...

The conversation explores the future of music and music videos in the context of generative AI. The hosts discuss a music video featuring Childish Gambino and C3PO, highlighting the potential for anyone to create similar videos with AI tools. They also touch on the idea of licensing AI-generated voices and the role of character consistency in music videos. The conversation delves into the challeng...

What unusual jobs would you let AI do for you? In this episode, Andrew Davis and Chris Branch discuss the potential for AI to perform unusual jobs. They explore the idea of AI cutting hair, giving tattoos, providing massages, cooking, and cleaning. They consider the pros and cons of AI in these roles, including issues of trust, personal preference, and the desire for human interaction. The convers...

The conversation explores why big AI platforms like OpenAI and MidJourney have not done any significant marketing yet. The hosts discuss the reasons behind this, including the reliance on customer advocacy, the focus on product development, and the potential risks of rapid growth. They also highlight the effectiveness of below-the-line marketing strategies, such as product watermarking and influen...

Join us on Linkedin Live by following  our company page for invites. In this episode, Andrew and Chris discuss the potential implications of relying on platforms like MidJourney for synthetic data and the challenges of copyright and intellectual property in the age of the internet. They also explore the role of community and human connection in the advancement of technology. Takeaways The use of s...

"Today, nobody has an idea on what to teach young people that will still be relevant in 20 years time." - Yuval Noah Harari   The conversation explores the quote by Yvonne Noah Harari that states that nobody has an idea of what to teach young people that will still be relevant in 20 years. The hosts discuss the challenges of the education system keeping up with the rapid changes in technology and...

The conversation discusses the world's first AI beauty pageant, which has sparked controversy and raised ethical concerns. The competition, organized by Fanview, invites participants to create AI-generated images of women and enter them for a chance to win a $20,000 prize. The hosts explore the potential motivations behind the pageant and the implications of focusing solely on women. They also dis...