• The Guardian, “‘It’s happening fast’ – creative workers and professionals share their fears and hopes about the rise of AI”
• Miro Ai

What do you call a frog with no legs?
It doesn't matter.

Why don't frogs use iPads?
Because they prefer lily pads.

• The pace of technological change is accelerating.
• Businesses must focus on what matters most to them.
• Taking action is crucial in a rapidly changing environment.
• Learning from failures is part of the growth process.
• Automation can free up time for more important tasks.
• Setting boundaries with AI tools is essential.
• Collaboration tools can enhance teamwork and creativity.
• AI will become ubiquitous in everyday applications.
• The future of AI will integrate seamlessly into our lives.

00:00 The Humor of AI and Its Implications
02:46 The Rapid Evolution of Technology
05:56 Navigating Change in Business
08:59 The Importance of Taking Action
12:07 Leveraging AI Tools for Collaboration
14:59 Exploring Miro.ai and Its Applications
17:52 The Future of AI in Everyday Life

01:00 – Tech Evolves, So Do Scams: The hosts reflect on how every major tech advancement—from printers to IDs—has sparked new waves of fraud.
02:00 – Deepfakes, Satire, and Legal Gray Areas: Jim brings up the issue of satire vs. fraud, and they discuss recent legislation like New Jersey's anti-deepfake bill.
03:00 – Why Paper Receipts Are Now a Liability: Jeremy emphasizes that businesses still using paper receipts are opening themselves to fraud and should consider more traceable digital systems.
04:00 – Blockchain, Digital Threads & Verifiability: The idea of using blockchain and other digital tools for verifying purchases is floated—with a healthy dose of skepticism.
04:45 – Final Thoughts + A Cheeky Expense Report: Jeremy jokes about submitting an expense report, bringing a humorous close to a serious conversation.

• ChatGPT and AI image generation updates
• New Jersey's legislation on deepfakes
• Concepts: Digital traceability, blockchain, receipt verification systems

• Popular Mechanics, "A Chip Has Broken the Critical Barrier That Could Ultimately Begin the Singularity":
• AI in Duck Duck Go:
  • Privacy-Focused: Ensures user anonymity; interactions aren't used to train AI models. ​
  • Multiple AI Models: Accesses models like GPT-4o mini, Claude 3 Haiku, Llama 3.3, and Mistral Small 3.
  • No Account Needed: Offers free, anonymous access without requiring user accounts.
  • Local Chat Storage: Stores recent chats locally on your device for enhanced privacy.
  • Customizable AI Responses: Allows users to adjust how frequently AI-generated answers appear.
  • Optional Feature: Users can enable or disable the AI chat feature based on preference.

So Jim, what's a pirate's favorite type of sensitive information?
Arrrrrrchive data.

• Smart devices like Alexa raise significant privacy concerns.
• Removing smart devices can require a “detox” as we have a surprising reliance on them.
• Building a Raspberry Pi can provide control over music streaming without privacy invasions.
• Data privacy is a growing concern for both individuals and businesses.
• DuckDuckGo offers privacy-focused browsing options.
• It's essential to set boundaries for data sharing in personal and business contexts.
• AI tools can be used responsibly with proper privacy measures.
• The past actions of individuals should not define their current identity.
• Employing privacy tools can serve as an insurance policy against data breaches.

00:00 The Humor in AI: A Lighthearted Start
05:06 Privacy Concerns with Smart Devices
09:45 The Evolution of Data Privacy and Control
15:06 Navigating Personal and Business Privacy