Karen Simpson, MBA (she/her)

Making accessible products and services is a priority at Microsoft. Check out this post from Microsoft's Chief Accessibility Officer to learn how to adjust settings on your mouse pointer to improve contrast and visibility.    #Accessibility #TechforGood #InclusionIsInnovation #MicrosoftAdvocate     https://lnkd.in/gWGT3rCM   This holiday, give yourself the gift of #accessibility Accessibility settings are there for everyone. They control some of the most important things in your… | 11 comments on LinkedIn

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Lots of noise about AI, but sometimes the hype is real! Absolutely blown away by the Audio overview feature on https://notebooklm.google/. It allows you to "create" a podcast from various sources, including YouTube podcasts, reports, pdfs etc. The illustration of the underlying TTS technologies and the quality of the "AI podcasters" and their natural conversation is what is remarkable. When trying the tool, it's evident how audio-based outputs are much more engaging and relatable compared to text-based outputs from the same source. We all know this to be true, but the application makes it crystal clear. We are developing similar technologies and applications for the contact center Webex, Webex CPaaS Solutions, with a huge potential to enhance customer experiences. Try it out - it really is very easy ! #AI #AudioTechnology #CustomerExperience #contactcenter #Webex

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As AI continues to drive innovation at unprecedented speeds, it’s vitally important the technologies we help our customers create and use are built on a foundation of trust. Today we launched new product capabilities that further enhance the security, safety and privacy of AI systems and help customers use AI responsibly.   I continue to be amazed by the ways customers are already using Microsoft solutions to build more security and trustworthiness into their AI applications. Learn more in my blog post:

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🎉 📹 I was fortunate enough to test out some of these new features, and I can't begin to tell you how excited I am! Learn more about Adobe's upcoming generative AI video capabilities here: https://lnkd.in/gw_sSkfv #generativeai #adobefirefly #creativityforall

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The next generation of #generativeAI in the #AdobePhotoshop (beta) app is here 🎉 Discover how the latest features like new Text to Image and a greatly improved Generative Fill will empower users to create higher quality results more easily. #creativity #innovation #AdobeMAX https://ow.ly/sQ5430sBRpW

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🔥 Analog ➡️ Digital ➡️ Cognitive Language is the optimized functional interface between technology and humanity. LLMs are “unlocking thought” with a unique iterative dynamic that ignites our genius within! https://johnnosta.com #AI #AGI #LLMs

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Discover Jensen Huang's vision of Physical AI as the next major breakthrough and explore how emerging robots, driven by AI, will come in a variety of groundbreaking forms

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Critical time for the higher-ed industry right now. We can help uncover the insights and intelligence needed to make informed decisions and enhance reputation

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Learn to enhance your workplace interactions and connections by developing habits centered on purposefulness, understanding, and recognition. https://gag.gl/QlmLLa

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It's official! We are elated to announce that the AI Assistant in Experience Platform is now generally available, offering a privacy-first innovation that transforms customer interactions, enhances productivity, and provides an engaging experience. With continuous updates, brands can leverage the AEP AI Assistant to generate new customer experiences, create precise audiences for personalization campaigns, visualize data, simulate outcomes, and optimize marketing efforts—all in less time and with greater accuracy. #personalization #AdobeExperiencePlatform Horia Galatanu Rachel Hanessian Manas Garg

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🤖💬 AI Personalization: Cranking it Up to Eleven! 💬🤖 Hey tech-heads and language lovers! 🎸📚 Get ready to have your minds blown! Christopher Richardson and team are turning the NLP world upside down with their latest masterpiece: Integrating Summarization and Retrieval for Enhanced Personalization! 🌪️💻 Gone are the days of clunky, one-size-fits-all virtual assistants. This study is like a backstage pass to the most exclusive NLP gig, where AI becomes your personal poet, understanding your quirks and needs! 🎤👩‍💻 Imagine an AI that's not just smart but also gets you. That's what these rockstars are proposing. By mixing summarization with retrieval, they're personalizing AI like never before – tailoring responses to be as unique as your favorite punk rock anthem. 🎶🧠 Their method is not just cool; it’s efficient. Reducing data retrieval by 75% while still delivering top-notch personalization? That’s like fitting the power of a massive rock concert into your pocket-sized music player! 🚀🎧 This isn't just a step forward in NLP; it’s a giant leap for AI-kind. And guess what? It’s perfect for voice assistants – no more waiting for your digital buddy to catch up. 🗣️🚀 So, are you ready to join this NLP revolution and witness the magic of personalized AI? Let's crank up the volume on tech innovation and dance to the rhythm of advanced AI! 🤘🔥 #NLP #AI #Personalization #LanguageModels #TechInnovation #PunkRockAI https://hubs.li/Q02x3kQk0

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So many great classes to choose from at Autodesk #AU2024 - here’s a potential classic covering digital twins and factory design and optimisation.

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I found this video valuable to tap into the minds of top tech leaders and learn how they're thinking about the democratization of AI. Kevin Peesker and Insight President and CEO Joyce Mullen join us from the center of AI transformation to share their insider perspectives and expertise.    The technological shift we're experiencing will affect everyone, and small business leaders who get it faster will thrive. As Joyce says, it comes down to re-engineering business processes, and Microsoft is committed to supporting our customers every step of the way.   I encourage you to watch their conversation!   #AI

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🕒 Tomorrow, join us to attend an exclusive webinar with Forrester's VP Mike Gaultieri and Domino Data Lab's Kjell Carlsson, Ph.D. What does it take to lead #AI initiatives and navigate the evolving landscape? Register now: https://lnkd.in/gAThxu_b #AILeadership #DigitalTransformation #leadership #GenerativeAI #GenAI #ResponsibleAI #datascience #machinelearning #ml #mlops #EnterpriseAI #AIatscale

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Unlock the true potential of AI as we sit down with Geoff Tewksbury, AI Innovation Lead and Principal Architect at CEI, to uncover groundbreaking insights on AI's transformative role across industries. Discover how AI isn't merely a futuristic tool but an invaluable assistant designed to enhance #productivity and augment human capabilities. From revolutionizing radiology to streamlining processes in finance, Jeff shares compelling examples and practical applications of #generativeAI, showcasing its ability to distill vast amounts of information and significantly benefit knowledge workers in various sectors. Explore strategic approaches to implementing AI in your organization, particularly within the finance industry. Jeff provides actionable advice on identifying high-impact #AI opportunities through task-based analysis and job shadowing, while emphasizing critical considerations such as ROI, data quality, and mitigating risks like data privacy concerns and AI hallucinations. Additionally, get an inside look at CEI's innovative practices, including internal hackathons that foster rapid experimentation and personalized AI training to keep their team ahead in the tech landscape. Don't miss Jeff's perspectives on responsible AI operationalization and the electrifying prospect of in-person tech meetups as the fall season unfolds. #AI #GenAI #DX #EX

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I am just coming off a couple of months of submerging myself in generative AI concepts, and especially LLMs, to build foundational knowledge about how these technologies work, what’s possible, and what’s practical. I love the process of going from zero to conversationally competent on a new topic, having done it many times in my bizarre career journey. A few tips for doing so: - The best sources of info on new technology are humble experts. The one guarantee about new tech is that it’s going to change. The people to learn from are the ones that understand this and think flexibly. The folks that convey absolute confidence and certainty of their knowledge have a rigidity in their thinking that will prevent them from quickly absorbing new info and will limit their creativity. - Keep track of who’s trying to sell you something and take that into consideration when consuming their content. Downplay their claims and pay special attention to any red flags that they share. They are almost certainly overstating the potential and understating the limitations or risks. - Read articles from both general sources and subject matter experts. To go deep you will need info from SME’s. But most of the population will not yet be conversing at a deep level. There’s value in reading different interpretations of challenging concepts to help you communicate with people with various levels. - Finally, if you think you know something, pressure test that knowledge by teaching someone else about it. No better way to find your soft spots on a topic than having to prepare to answer questions from someone that is eager to learn.

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🤔 Have you ever wondered how AI can be taught to think more like us? In the rapidly evolving landscape of AI, the quest for machines that can reason complexly continues. Joseph Rosenbaum here, delving into a groundbreaking approach that's reshaping how AI tackles tough problems. 🧠✨ Recent research reveals that simply supersizing AI models isn't the silver bullet for complex reasoning tasks. Enter contrastive chain-of-thought prompting: a method that feeds AI both good and bad examples to refine its thought process. It's like giving a compass to a traveler in the realm of reasoning. 🧭 This technique doesn't just nudge the needle; it's a game-changer. With it, GPT-3.5-Turbo's performance leaped by up to 16 points on tasks like GSM-8K and Bamboogle. It's akin to a cognitive workout for AI, strengthening its ability to navigate the maze of logic with agility and accuracy. 🏋️‍♂️🧩 But why does this matter? Because trust in AI hinges on its ability to reason correctly. By learning from both triumphs and trip-ups, AI becomes more reliable, more trustworthy. It's a step towards AI that doesn't just compute, but comprehends. 🤖❤️ 🚀 Dive deeper into the intricacies of contrastive chain-of-thought prompting with us at Synaptic Labs. Follow our journey on Substack and join our vibrant community on Instagram @synapticlabs. Let's explore together how AI can mirror the richness of human thought. Don't miss out on our latest discussions on 'A Chat with ChatGPT' where you can enjoy thought-provoking podcasts. Join the conversation and be part of the future of AI! 👇 Share your thoughts or questions below and let's engage in a meaningful dialogue! https://bit.ly/4aSCi02

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TRUST TAKES YEARS TO BUILD SECONDS TO BREAK, & FOREVER TO REPAIR One of the biggest risks posed by Gen AI is a further & irreversible erosion of trust. How can technology help counter this risk?

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