Weekly News Roundup (21JUN24)

Summary In this episode of the AI Report, Liam interviews Olga Beregovaya, the VP of AI at Smartling, the number one AI translation platform. Olga has 20 years of experience in the machine learning and AI industry, with a background in linguistics. They discuss the role of AI in translation, the evolution of language AI models, and the challenges and opportunities of running an AI-focused company. Smartling's mission is to provide human-quality translation through automated means and make global communication seamless. The company culture is characterized by an innovative spirit, agility, and a focus on customer needs. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 05:28 Transformative Developments in Language AI 12:28 Competition and Advancements in the AI Landscape 15:14 The Open Source vs. Closed Source Debate in AI 18:18 Smartling: Revolutionizing Translation Automation 21:59 Moving Towards Human Parity in Machine Translation 26:15 Smartling's Mission: Human-Quality Translation and Seamless Global Communication 29:34 Growth in the Enterprise Level and Focus on Innovation 31:23 Trend Towards Full Automation in the Translation Industry 33:35 Running an AI-Enabled Company: Agility and Focus 40:04 The Role of a VP of AI at Smartling 43:49 Company Culture: Innovative Spirit and Inspiration 46:57 Connecting with Smartling Connect with Olga - LinkedIn

Summary In this episode, Liam interviews Davis McCondichie, co-founder of Swipe Labs. They discuss Davis' background, including his lawn care business and passion for photography, as well as his journey into the world of AI and advertising. Davis shares insights into writing scripts for YouTube videos and understanding human psychology to create engaging content. In this part of the conversation, Davis McCondichie and Liam discuss the importance of voice and personality in content creation, the preference for British accents, the use of female voice actors, and the impact of AI on scriptwriting. They also explore the concept of going viral, the components of virality, and the role of novelty and conversation. They touch on the cycles of old content becoming new again and the influence of algorithms on social media platforms. In this conversation, Davis McCondichie discusses the challenges and strategies of growing on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. He explains how platforms like Reels and TikTok penalize organic advertisements and incentivize paid ads. Davis also emphasizes the importance of creating high-quality content, building a community, and engaging with the audience. He shares insights from his experience at Swipe Labs and highlights the significance of communication and trust in client relationships. Davis concludes by expressing his passion for storytelling and advertising. Connect with Davis — [email protected] SwipeLabs

Just a few decades ago, about 90% of legal defendants could count on having effective legal counsel throughout their proceedings. Today, that figure has completely inverted. Due to rising costs within the legal system itself, as well as other factors, more people than ever are trying to navigate a system with very real and far-reaching consequences in their lives with no training and little guidance. Sam and his team are working to fix that. A former attorney, Sam leveraged his experience to build several tools that guide people through their legal challenges, and hopes to continue his fight to bring access to legal resources to everyone. Join us today as we hear his perspective on the future of legal representation, and his story about how he took on the Australian government and won.

Summary In this conversation, Liam Lawson and Elliot Raine discuss the use of AI in scaling businesses. They cover topics such as AI as a marketing machine, AI fit in marketing, building AI systems, and leveraging AI in different aspects of business. They also explore the importance of product quality, revenue generation activities, and the role of AI in lead generation and customer acquisition. The conversation provides insights into how AI can be used to optimize marketing efforts and drive business growth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Live Event Start 02:26 Introduction to Elliot Raine and Topic Overview 03:22 AI as a Marketing Machine for 10Xing Your Results 08:05 Revenue Generation Activities and the Importance of Product Quality 13:41 Optimizing Lead Generation and Customer Acquisition with AI 19:23 Leveraging AI in Email Marketing, Social Media, and Paid Advertising 31:29 Paid Advertising: The Most Predictable Way to Grow Your Business 39:03 The Importance of AI CRM in Business Growth 45:43 Conclusion and Closing Remarks ⁠⁠Connect with Elliott

On today's news roundup: Procreate takes a stand against AI, custom-made GPT4o's, and overall panic throughout Fortune 500 companies.

Episode Summary In this conversation, Liam Lawson interviews Andrew Mounier, a B2B SaaS marketing expert, about his background and experiences in scaling companies. They discuss topics such as the importance of building relationships, the transition from a political science degree to entrepreneurship, and the motivation behind Andrew's career choices. They also touch on the process of hiring and finding the right fit in a company, as well as Andrew's passion for building a better world through technology and social purpose. In this conversation, Liam Lawson and Andrew Mounier discuss the use of AI in marketing, the importance of human touch in customer service, and the future of AI in various industries. They also touch on the need for individuals to upskill themselves in AI and the potential job displacement that may occur. Andrew shares his personal goals of launching a climate tech business, owning a farm, and creating a retreat focused on mindfulness and human connection. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:43 Building Relationships and Thriving in the B2B SaaS Space 05:04 Transition from Political Science to Entrepreneurship 08:38 Balancing Personal Projects and Career Growth 10:45 Prioritizing Equity and Ownership in Job Opportunities 16:17 Servant Leadership and Empowering Teams 20:16 Finding Alignment in Job Opportunities 24:06 Lately: Using AI for Social Media Marketing 39:07 The Role of AI in Marketing and Customer Service 44:37 The Importance of Upskilling in AI 50:17 The Future of AI: Creativity and Mindfulness 01:07:16 Andrew's Personal Goals: Climate Tech, Farm Ownership, and Mindfulness Retreat ⁠Connect with Andrew

Whether you're a first time listener or a longtime fan, you're safe to think we're pretty AI forward here. But in all our talk about AI being the future, it can be easy to lose sight of the actual future: our kids.AI is bringing up all kinds of issues critical for both society at large and individual parents, like me. What kind of world are we creating? How will our kids find their place? What does their education to get them ready look like?We're on with Edward Glassman, faculty and leading voice of the AI Task Force at Philadelphia's prestigious Springhill Chestnut Hill Academy, on what it looks like to raise the entrepreneurs of tomorrow, how to navigate AI in the education space, and what it means to be a parent and teacher in this age of transition.

Summary In this conversation, Liam Lawson interviews Justin Hardy, an expert in building funnels. They discuss the importance of using funnels for conversions and how AI can speed up the funnel creation process. Justin provides a step-by-step guide on building AI funnels and shares insights on creating effective sales pages. He emphasizes the need to focus on one skill, find an AI tool that augments it, and become really good at it. Justin also highlights the opportunities that AI brings for entrepreneurs and advises starting small and growing from there. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Justin Hardy and Funnel Building 02:24 Understanding Funnels and their Benefits 05:46 Using AI to Speed Up Funnel Creation 10:32 Step-by-Step Guide to Building Sales Pages 14:41 Using AI Prompts to Create Landing Page Copy 20:26 Opportunities for Entrepreneurs in the AI Era 38:00 Advice for Starting a Business in the AI Era Connect with Justin

On today's news roundup: Grok-2 Launches, Google's Gemini Live comes for ChatGPT, and Elon Musk is accused of data theft. Again.

Summary In this episode, Liam interviews Charlie Hills, founder of Cognified and editor-in-chief at Martek AI. They discuss Charlie's journey as an entrepreneur, his early experiences with AI, and his current ventures. Charlie shares insights on time management, personal branding, and the lessons he learned from his food tech startup. Charlie Hills shares his experience in the virtual brand space and the challenges he faced, including the difficulty of hiring talented and ambitious individuals. He also discusses his journey on LinkedIn, the importance of engaging with others, and the impact of AI on content creation. Charlie emphasizes the need for patience, focusing on the quality of work, and enjoying the process. He also highlights the potential of AI agents and encourages people to get started and experiment with AI. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:03 The Impact of AI on Customer Loyalty 06:00 Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn 10:04 Monetizing a Personal Brand 12:13 Lessons from Running a Food Tech Startup 20:54 Transitioning to Freelance Work 24:43 The Risks of Ordering from Virtual Brands on Delivery Platforms 28:13 Bringing Personality and Creativity to B2B Content 49:39 AI Trends: Top Models and the Future of AI Agents 52:56 Getting Started with AI: Take the First Step 55:10 Connect with Charlie Hills on LinkedIn for AI and Marketing Insights Connect with Charlie