Episode 9: ChatGPT: applications in the media intelligence industry

In this episode of the FIBEP Podcast, hosts Omar Signori (InfoJuice) and Anna O’Connor (Newton Media) sit down with Ran Geva, co-founder and CEO of Webz.io, to discuss the growing challenge of trust in media monitoring. The conversation delves into how organizations can navigate misinformation, fake news, and AI-generated propaganda, while ensuring data accuracy and reliability. Ran shares key insights on how AI and automation are shaping media intelligence, the role of deep web monitoring, and the impact of regulatory changes. He also offers a glimpse into the future of AI-driven decision-making and how businesses can stay ahead of disinformation threats. As media intelligence evolves, staying informed is the key to staying relevant—don’t miss this insightful discussion!

In this episode of the FIBEP Podcast, special guest Eduardo Ordax, Generative AI Lead at Amazon Web Services, takes a deep dive into the future of Generative and Agentic AI, building on the insights he shared at the FIBEP World Media Intelligence Congress. Hosted by Anna O’Connor from NEWTON Media and Omar Signori from Infojuice, the discussion explores the rapid evolution of AI, its impact on business automation, job transformations, and the key players shaping the industry. Eduardo shares his perspective on regulatory challenges, the competitive race between the US, Europe, and China, and the growing role of AI in media intelligence. He also offers valuable advice on how media intelligence organizations can strategically adapt to the AI-driven landscape. If you want to stay ahead of the AI revolution and understand how it is reshaping industries, this episode is a must-listen!

In this special live edition of Media Intelligence Explained, recorded at the World Media Intelligence Congress in Limassol, Cyprus, Amrita Sidhu, Managing Director at Medianet, steps into the role of host to lead a lively and insightful discussion with Paolina White, Global Head of Sales at Speechmatics. Paolina, with decades of experience in tech, shares how Speechmatics’ AI-driven speech recognition is transforming media monitoring and communications. With a mission to “understand every voice,” Speechmatics focuses on inclusivity by recognizing diverse languages, dialects, and accents to create more accurate, accessible voice-to-text solutions. Paolina discusses how Speechmatics’ API can enhance media monitoring organizations’ accuracy and efficiency in real-time. This episode dives into the practical impacts of advanced voice recognition in business and beyond, offering an insightful look at AI's role in modern media intelligence. Perfect for professionals in tech and media, this conversation explores the future of speech recognition and its potential to change the industry.

In the latest episode of the FIBEP Podcast, President Todd Murphy is joined by Secretary General Magdalena Horanska and Vice Presidents Katerina Kechagia and Natan Edelsburg for an engaging discussion on Why Cyprus is the Place to Be. Tune in to get all the essential details leading up to the World Media Intelligence Congress 2024 —from what to pack and logistics, to the agenda, key events, and even local customs (there's only one rule to follow, as Katerina revealed). Discover the must-attend WMIC sessions (though, to be honest, you won’t want to miss any of them). This event is made possible through the hard work of the FIBEP Programming Commission, along with everyone working tirelessly behind the scenes to make this a key moment for the media monitoring industry. A huge shout-out goes to our sponsors: Host Sponsor Clip News, AI Sponsor Speechmatics Welcome Cocktail Sponsor: Media:Track Exhibitor Sponsors: Zissor, Opoint, Webz.io Coffee Break Sponsor: Truescope Congress Tote Bags Sponsor: eMedia Monitor Congress Lanyard Sponsor: Argus Data Insights Congress Notepads and pens: TVEyes Massive thanks to our speakers: Philip Alin, Jana Barakova, Max Brierley-Jones, Ian Buchanan, Humza Chaudhry, Guillaume Crisafulli, Carlos Alfredo Diaz, Christophe Dickes, Fady El Mur, Natan Edelsburg, Gwyn Edwins, Steffen Egelund, Todd Grossman, Romina Gersuni, Martin Haller, Sarah Hamou, Sera Holland, Magdalena Horanska, Constantinos Kattirdjis, Eva Karasmani, Katerina Kechagia, Iskren Lilov, George Michaelides, Todd Murphy, Matt Oakley, Eduardo Ordax, Virginia Padovese, Oresti Patricios, Michael Sirivianos, Liran Sorani, Amrita Sidhu, Anna Tsenova, Paolina White and George Andrew Zannos. And a special thanks to Identrics for their podcast post-production.

In the latest Media Intelligence Explained podcast episode, hosts Alicja Bors and Vlado Petkov are joined by Christophe Dickès and Sarah Hamou to discuss the significant copyright discussions in Ljubljana and the evolving role of the FIBEP Copyright Commission. Over 60 participants underscore the importance of copyright in relation to AI in media. Updates shared on copyright laws from Slovenia and Italy. Comprehensive debate on AI's impact and publisher concerns in media monitoring. The episode explores the Copyright Commission's growth and its initiatives in response to the media intelligence industry needs, including its stance on legal support and the creation of resources like a copyright data room. It also touches on recent EU copyright legislation developments, exclusive deals, and the importance of a fair sublicensing market.

In this episode of "FIBEP Media Intelligence Explained," hosts Vlado Petkov, CEO at Identrics, and Alicja Bors, Product Tech Lead at Ruepoint, engage in a compelling interview with their guest, María Laura García. García, a prominent figure with a rich background in media and information, shares her inspiring journey, challenges faced, her time as FIBEP president (2018-2021), and insights from her book, OUR DIGITAL CHALLENGE. INFORMING. THINKING. AND FREELY DECIDING IN THE CYBER ERA. Part 1: María Laura García's Journey and Challenges: García recounts her journey starting in the 90s, seizing the opportunity presented by the growth of the internet. Facing barriers as a young, divorced mother, she founded the Global News Group to bridge information gaps between Latin America and the world. García reflects on the challenges, gender bias, and a pivotal moment in New York, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in building her company. Part 2: FIBEP Presidency (2018-2021): As FIBEP president, García focused on governance, a dynamic board, and industry analysis to connect with the global media intelligence business ecosystem. She discusses her decision to step back from day-to-day management, allowing younger leaders to navigate new challenges. The hosts praise García's impactful leadership during the pandemic, successfully transitioning FIBEP to virtual communication. Part 3: OUR DIGITAL CHALLENGE. THINKING. AND FREELY DECIDING IN THE CYBER ERA - The Book: García introduces her book, "OUR DIGITAL CHALLENGE," addressing the consequences of uncontrolled information consumption in the cyber era. The book emphasizes digital literacy, encouraging individuals to be in control of their information consumption and understand the evolving rules of the digital world. Part 4: Announcement—Certificate in Information Literacy: García reveals her collaboration with a university to prepare the first certificate in information literacy, set to launch in April; initially, in Spanish, there are negotiations to offer it in English, virtually, potentially in the United States.

The FIBEP Media Intelligence Explained podcast, hosted by Alicja Boors and Vlado Petkov, explores diverse facets of the media intelligence industry, specifically examining the influence of advanced technologies such as large language models. Aseem Sood, the Chief Executive Officer of Impact Research and Measurement, contributes valuable insights as a guest. Alicja, a product lead at Ruepoint with a humanities background, and Vlado, the CEO of Identics. The podcast begins by delving into the dynamic landscape of media intelligence, with a focus on the transformative impact of models like ChatGPT. The hosts and guest provide context by discussing recent events in the AI field, covering global hype, API integration, open-sourcing trends, and the process of model compression and distillation. Risks associated with large language models, including data and knowledge leakage, as well as regulatory challenges, are thoroughly explored. As Alicija mentioned: “the knowledge leakage is actually a big risk if you are not doing your own local language models”. As the conversation progresses, Alicja and Vlado pose key questions about the future of the media intelligence industry. They inquire about potential directions, innovations, and the impact on traditional reporting services like newsletters. The hosts transition to a discussion about the unique challenges and opportunities for media intelligence in Asia compared to other regions. They explore how the industry in Asia is adapting to diverse linguistic and cultural landscapes and highlight trends specifically relevant to Asian markets. The episode concludes with a thought-provoking discussion on the consolidation of players in the digital space, potential biases in AI systems, and concerns about big tech leveraging AI capabilities. The panelists share diverse perspectives on the delicate balance between regulations and ethics in AI development. In summary, the podcast provides a comprehensive exploration of the challenges, opportunities, and ethical considerations in the media intelligence industry amid the rapid evolution of AI technologies

In this episode of the FIBEP Media Intelligence Explained podcast, hosts Vlado Petkov (CEO at Identrics) and Alicjia Bors (Product Tech Lead at Ruepoint) are joined by Todd Murphy (President at Truescope NA). The main topic of discussion is the highly anticipated upcoming World Media Intelligence Congress, taking place in the vibrant city of Singapore. The agenda for the congress covers a wide range of topics related to future-proofing media intelligence. It includes insightful presentations, panel discussions, round table talks, and best practices sessions. At WMIC, something exceptional will happen - a unique in-front-of-a-live-audience recording with Vlado and Alicja interviewing Aseem Sood (Impact Research & Measurement), one of the esteemed gentlemen from FIBEP. Moreover, the hosts discuss the various activities planned by FIBEP to enrich the congress experience, not only focusing on learning and professional development but also ensuring attendees have a memorable time in Singapore. There will be organized sightseeing trips, group restaurant visits, evening events such as cocktail parties and a gala dinner, providing ample opportunities for networking and fostering relationships within the media intelligence community. The episode also highlights the sponsors of the event. The headline sponsor is Ninestars, the host sponsor is Media Track, the gala dinner sponsor is Dataxet, and the networking cocktails sponsor is Medianet. Additionally, the congress sponsors include Opoint, Data Scouting, Media HQ, Zissor, Global News, Truescope, Concept BIU, Argus Data Insights, and Tagfact. The industry partners for the event are AMEC ICCO. As we say at the end of the podcast: There is no better place for a media intelligence expert to be than at this year’s FIBEP WMIC, so don’t miss it!

In this episode of the FIBEP Media Intelligence series, hosts Vladimir Petkov, CEO at Identrics, and Alicja Bors, Product Lead at Ruepoint, are joined by Raina Lazarova, co-founder and COO at Ruepoint. They discuss the importance of value over vanity in the media intelligence industry, and how communication professionals can prove their worth to organizations. Raina shares her insights on the challenges faced by the communications profession, the role of industry bodies like FIBEP and AMEC, and the need for a shift from media-centric to audience-centric communication strategies. The conversation also touches on the importance of reliable data, the increasing significance of earned media, and the ethical implications of generative AI for communication and measurement. Key moments from the episode include: The struggle to prove the value of communications professionals The responsibility of industry partners to bring change The increasing importance of earned media in protecting and growing brands The potential of AI in communication and measurement, and the associated ethical challenges Listen to this insightful conversation to learn more about the future of media intelligence and how communication professionals can adapt to an ever-changing landscape. New season of FIBEP podcast is transcribed by Speechmatics | www.speechmatics.com

Welcome to the first episode of our new podcast series, where we're dedicated to exploring the exciting world of generative AI and emerging technologies. With new advancements and innovations being released every day, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by all the buzzwords, hype, and jargon. That's why we're here to break it all down for you – no data science degree required! In this episode, we'll introduce you to the main topics, glossary, and terms surrounding generative AI, so you can feel confident and informed as we dive deeper into future episodes. Our goal is to humanize these complex concepts and make them accessible to everyone, whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious about the latest trends. The episode's hosts are Alicja Bors, Ruepoint and Vladimir Petkov, Identrics. New season of FIBEP podcast is transcribed by Speechmatics | www.speechmatics.com