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Article analysis: Computer use (beta)
“The computer use functionality is in beta. While Claude’s capabilities are cutting edge, developers should be aware of its limitations: latency, tool selection accuracy, and vulnerabilities.” Computer use (beta) Summary The article discusses the Claude 3.5 Sonnet model from Anthropic, focusing on its ability to interact with a computer desktop environment through the implementation of… Continue reading
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Navigating the Dual Edges of AI: Manipulation Engines or Tools for Empowerment?
AI Agents as Manipulation Engines: A Critical Analysis Introduction: The Ubiquity and Influence of Personal AI Agents Artificial Intelligence, once limited to the realms of speculative fiction, has progressively integrated itself into the core of modern society. With the projection that personal AI agents will become commonplace by 2025, these advancements are poised to redefine… Continue reading
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Article analysis: Gusto’s head of technology says hiring an army of specialists is the wrong approach to AI
“Instead, he [Edward Kim] argued that non-technical team members can ‘actually have a much deeper understanding than an average engineer on what situations the customer can get themselves into, what they’re confused about,’ putting them in a better position to guide the features that should be built into AI tools.” Gusto’s head of technology says… Continue reading
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Bookmark: Ceding Control To The Agent
Tejas Kulkarni’s insights in “Ceding Control To The Agent” capture the delicate balance between AI’s potential to revolutionize human labor and the profound challenges it poses to traditional notions of work and purpose. His vision of a future where AI multiplies human capability, raising questions about the reconfiguration of social structures, highlights the complexity of… Continue reading
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Bookmark: AI Agents Will Be Manipulation Engines
The article “AI Agents Will Be Manipulation Engines” introduces a future where personal AI agents become ubiquitous, seamlessly ingrained in our lives, yet subtly influencing our actions and decisions. By 2025, these seemingly benign assistants may wield unprecedented power, challenging our notions of autonomy and privacy by shaping perceptions and realities. Given my belief in… Continue reading
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Bookmark: Daron Acemoglu thinks AI is solving the wrong problems
MIT economist Daron Acemoglu challenges the AI industry’s current focus on replacing human judgment, arguing instead for AI technologies that enhance worker productivity. He emphasizes that investments should empower individuals, providing better information rather than removing tasks from them. Acemoglu’s perspective aligns with the conviction that AI should augment human capabilities, supporting a future where… Continue reading
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Article analysis: Will AI Replace Lawyers? OpenAI’s o1 And The Evolving Legal Landscape
“Neuro-symbolic AI can bring both rapid intuition and careful deliberation to legal tasks.” Will AI Replace Lawyers? OpenAI’s o1 And The Evolving Legal Landscape Summary The article explores the potential of AI, specifically neuro-symbolic AI and OpenAI’s o1 model, to transform the legal profession by emulating both intuitive (“thinking fast”) and analytical (“thinking slow”) processes,… Continue reading
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Article analysis: Can an AI Chatbot Be Your Friend?
“These machines are really good at talking to us. What does that mean for relationships, for empathy, for our well-being?” — Stefano Puntoni Can an AI Chatbot Be Your Friend? Summary In Stefano Puntoni’s study, AI chatbots programmed to demonstrate empathy were found to alleviate feelings of loneliness among users, emphasizing AI’s potential beyond business… Continue reading
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Article analysis: Inside an Effort to Build an AI Assistant for Designing Course Materials
“The question is, can AI do that? Can we create an AI learning design assistant that interviews the human educator, asks the questions and gathers the information that the educator has in their heads about the important elements of the teaching interaction and then generates a first draft?” Inside an Effort to Build an AI… Continue reading
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Article analysis: Here’s the real reason 75% of corporate AI initiatives fail
A poignant quote from the article is: “Companies acquiring AI without a new business model is like a company digitizing a horse and carriage—while the competition has created a digital automobile.” This quote by Spencer Fung encapsulates the central argument that merely integrating AI into outdated frameworks is insufficient for achieving competitive advantage. Here’s the… Continue reading
About Me
Visionary leader driving digital transformation across higher education and Fortune 500 companies. Pioneered AI integration at Emory University, including GenAI and AI agents, while spearheading faculty information systems and student entrepreneurship initiatives. Led crisis management during pandemic, transitioning 200+ courses online and revitalizing continuing education through AI-driven improvements. Designed, built, and launched the Emory Center for Innovation. Combines Ph.D. in Philosophy with deep tech expertise to navigate ethical implications of emerging technologies. International experience includes DAAD fellowship in Germany. Proven track record in thought leadership, workforce development, and driving profitability in diverse sectors.
Recent Posts
- Bookmark: How return-to-office mandates could change in 2025, according to top HR leaders from PwC, EY, and Canva
- Article analysis: Computer use (beta)
- Article analysis: We need to talk about the emotional weight of work
- Bookmark: Nearly all bosses are ‘accidental’ with no formal training—and research shows it’s leading 1 in 3 workers to quit
- Bookmark: Workers who use AI are more productive at work—but less happy, research finds
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