AI: Protesting, Whispering, And Playing Pokemon Augmented Voices With Illuminate AI podcast

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In this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore three breakthrough stories that reveal just how fast AI is becoming a co-author of modern business. From the UAE using AI to help write national laws, to the Oscars allowing AI-assisted films, to two students releasing a powerful open-source voice model, the message is clear: innovation is accelerating, and the old rules no longer apply. We break down what this means for UK businesses, especially financial services and SMEs, highlighting the opportunities, risks, and why ethical oversight is now a strategic advantage. Is your business ready to adapt, govern, and lead in this AI-powered future?…

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Automation, AI Memory & Digital Watchdogs: What Every UK Business Needs to Know Now 12:57

5天之前12:57

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In this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore three breakthrough AI developments reshaping business strategy. From Mechanize —the startup aiming to automate all human labour—to Same Page MCP , a universal memory layer making AI tools work seamlessly together, the future is arriving fast. We also dive into Meta’s use of AI for real-time enforcement on Instagram, a sign of what compliance could look like in finance and beyond. For UK financial services, tech firms, and SMEs, this episode offers sharp insight into where AI is headed—and what leaders should be doing now to stay ahead. Don’t miss it.…

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Microsoft, Smart Data… & AI That Understands Dolphins. Why It Matters for Your Business 9:07

10天之前9:07

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Welcome to a milestone moment - our 50th episode of Augmented Voices ! To mark our 50th episode, we’re unpacking three standout AI stories transforming how businesses work. This week, we explore how Microsoft Copilot Studio is making automation possible even for legacy systems. We dig into Cohere’s Embed-4 and its power to connect the dots across your internal data no matter how messy. And finally, we dive into Google’s DolphinGemma project and why AI trained on dolphin sounds might just help uncover hidden solutions to your trickiest data problems.…

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What Adobe, Canva & Microsoft Just Did with AI 9:17

12天之前9:17

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AI isn’t just adding features, it’s changing the way we work. In this episode of Augmented Voices , we dive into how Adobe, Canva, and Microsoft are quietly transforming business workflows with AI. From agentic automation in Adobe tools, to Canva’s push into enterprise productivity, to Microsoft Copilot becoming part of your OS, this is a shift you can’t ignore. We break down what these changes mean for your team, your tools, and your competitive edge. Tune in and get ahead.…

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Building AI Into Your Business: Microsoft’s Vision & What It Means for You 10:02

17天之前10:02

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In this episode of Augmented Voices , we unpack Microsoft’s 50-day AI Skills Fest and the powerful Copilot upgrade. What does it mean for UK businesses? From upskilling your team to rethinking AI as infrastructure, we explore how leaders can move beyond the hype and start building AI into the core of their operations, starting now.…

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Microsoft Fabric for Everyone: Key Announcements from FabCon 2025 11:28

20天之前11:28

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In this episode of Augmented Voices , we break down the biggest announcements from Microsoft FabCon 2025 and what they mean for businesses of all sizes, especially in financial services , tech , and the UK’s dynamic SME sector . From major accessibility updates to Copilot , to real-time data innovation and smarter governance tools, Microsoft is making a bold move: AI for everyone .…

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From Flirting Bots to Life-Saving AI 14:13

24天之前14:13

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In this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore how generative AI is stepping into the real world in bold, surprising ways. From Runway’s Gen-4 unlocking affordable, professional video creation for UK businesses, to Tinder’s AI flirting game —a lighthearted tool with serious potential for training and team development. We also dig into Apple’s Project Mulberry , an ambitious move to turn your health app into a personal AI coach, and finish with the jaw-dropping story of how AI helped save a life by repurposing existing drugs. Whether you're in finance, tech, or running a small business, this episode will challenge how you think about what's possible with AI—right now.…

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BMW Teams Up with Alibaba While AI Starts Doing Therapy and Mining Gold 12:46

26天之前12:46

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In this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore how AI is stepping off the screen and into real life. From BMW teaming up with Alibaba to build smart cars that understand your day, to Play AI and Groq creating voice tech that talks faster than you can blink, the future’s arriving fast. We also look at how Earth AI is digging through decades-old mining data to find hidden gold and copper, and how a therapy bot called Thera-Bott is showing results that rival human therapists. Cars, voices, gold, and mental health — AI is doing it all.…

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Copilot Gets Personal: Microsoft’s AI Knows Your Work, Your Files, Your Flow 15:50

4 weeks之前15:50

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In this episode of Augmented Voices , we break down Microsoft’s biggest Copilot update yet — and it’s all about context. First, we look at Researcher, a new tool that pulls from your emails, meetings and files to give answers that actually know what you’re working on. Then we dig into Analyst, which doesn’t just spit out numbers but shows its thinking step-by-step. Plus, voice and deep reasoning features are now free for everyone, and pricing changes mean more flexibility for teams building smart agents. So is Copilot becoming the AI assistant we were promised? Let’s find out.…

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AI’s Writing the News, Beating Doctors, and Working Solo – Scary or Brilliant? 8:34

5 weeks之前8:34

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In this episode of Augmented Voices , we look at three massive AI breakthroughs that are turning heads. First, an Italian newspaper publishes a full issue written entirely by AI – no human writers. Then, we explore a medical model diagnosing cancer with over 99% accuracy, spotting things even experts miss. And finally, AI agents are now completing complex tasks on their own, with no human help – and getting better at it every few months. It’s not just about tools anymore – AI is starting to act like a co-worker. So what does this mean for journalism, healthcare, and the future of work? Is it brilliant progress or something we should be worried about? Tune in and decide for yourself.…

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AI Is Smarter, Funnier & More Productive. Are We Being Left Behind? 12:46

5 weeks之前12:46

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On this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore the fascinating collision between AI and everyday life. Join us as we discuss how artificial intelligence is cracking humour (with AI memes surprisingly outperforming human ones in blind tests), transforming health management with clever receipt-scanning technology that counts calories instantly, reshaping filmmaking through the Russo brothers' ambitious new AI studio aimed at democratising the industry, and revolutionising workplace productivity with Zoom's autonomous assistant that schedules meetings and assigns tasks without human intervention. As the boundaries between human and machine capabilities grow increasingly blurred, what might this mean for our society, creativity, and the very nature of work? Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion about our AI-augmented future.…

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The Craziest AI Tools Just Dropped And They’re Kind of Scary! 13:28

6 weeks之前13:28

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AI is moving fast, and some of the latest tools are pushing the limits of what’s possible—maybe a little too far. In this episode of Augmented Voices , we break down the craziest new AI tools that just dropped. Snapchat’s AI-powered video lenses are adding next-level effects but locking them behind a paywall. Moon Valley’s AI video generator, Miray, claims to sidestep copyright issues with fully licensed training data. Same.dev can clone entire websites with shocking accuracy, raising major ethical and legal questions. Mirage AI is generating ultra-realistic fake user-generated content for ads, blurring the line between marketing and deception. And Cartesia’s Sonic 2.0 can clone a voice from just three seconds of audio, making voice deepfakes more convincing than ever. Are these breakthroughs exciting innovations or warning signs of what’s to come? We break it all down.…

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Manus AI, AI Scams, AI Ozempic Alternatives & Gaming’s AI Future 13:43

6 weeks之前13:43

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AI is transforming industries at breakneck speed—whether we’re ready or not. In this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore some of the most fascinating and controversial developments in AI today. First, we break down Manus AI , a new autonomous agent being compared to DeepSeq. Is it a true step forward or just another AI hype cycle? Then, we tackle the alarming rise of AI-generated voice scams , where cloned voices are being used for fraud with almost no safeguards in place. In healthcare, AI is pushing boundaries once again—this time identifying a potential alternative to Ozempic for weight loss, with fewer side effects. And in gaming, Sony’s AI-powered characters could change how we interact with virtual worlds, bringing real-time conversations and adaptive storytelling into mainstream games. From AI assistants to AI scams, cutting-edge research to next-gen gaming, we’re diving deep into how AI is reshaping our world. Let’s get into it!…

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AI is Changing Everything! Job Hacks, AI Art Auctions & Fast Food Takeovers! 10:47

7 weeks之前10:47

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AI is making waves in every corner of life—whether you like it or not. In this episode of Augmented Voices, we break down some of the biggest stories shaping the future. A Columbia student created an AI-powered tool to hack technical job interviews, scoring offers from Amazon and Meta before facing major backlash. Christie's just held its first-ever AI art auction, raking in hundreds of thousands despite ongoing copyright battles. And McDonald's? They're rolling out AI-powered virtual managers to run their restaurants, alongside predictive maintenance for those infamous broken ice cream machines. Plus, we dive into the growing wave of AI legislation sweeping the U.S.—with 781 bills introduced already this year. Are governments keeping up, or is AI moving too fast to control? From job interviews to art and even the way your burger gets flipped, AI is reshaping everything. Are we ready for it? Let’s get into it!…

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AI in Your Pocket: Will Phones Ever Be the Same? 13:28

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