Google's NotebookLM deeply impressed me with its capabilities. I created a podcast about Margaris Ventures and me using its AI model. The result felt so real; I'm sure if I didn't know, I wouldn't have been able to tell it was AI-generated. The conversation between the two speakers was natural, with pauses, affirmations, and filler words that made it feel truly authentic—something we've also seen with the release of ChatGPT.

However, despite this impressive output, it's important to remember that AI models don't truly 'understand' context, and a reader or listener, in this case of the AI-generated podcast, should take the results always with a grain of salt. AI can sometimes exaggerate narratives, such as amplifying emotional tones or sensationalizing events, based on the data it's trained on, which could distort the message unintentionally.

As remarkable as AI is, it's also a cause for concern. The ease with which content like my AI-produced podcast can be created without any safeguards raises serious concerns about the future of information. While AI has immense potential to drive creativity, it also poses risks to trust and authenticity. As we continue to push the boundaries of technology, we must remain vigilant about its impact on communication and content creation.

https://notebooklm.google/

Spiros Margaris
Venture Capitalist (advised 2 unicorns) / Board Member / Keynote Speaker

Ranked Global No. 1 Finance Influencer by Refinitiv (Thomson Reuters)
Ranked Global No. 1 Fintech Influencer by Onalytica
Top 20 AI Influencers You NEED To Be Following (The AI Journal ) & No. 2 of 50 Most Powerful AI influencers (engatica - 2022)

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How organisations can finally gain control over their payment cycles

When bills and payments systems are not streamlined, there's a lack of visibility over payment cycles, less liquidity, and lost discount opportunities. This impacts organisations everywhere, and current statistics point to a worldwide vicious cycle. Margaris discusses this issue with Andrej Jonovic, a Director of XBP Europe who serves as its CEO. Andrej offers a way for organisations to break free from a costly, inefficient status quo that’s been holding them back. He highlights various breakthroughs such as Request to Pay, and ERP data consolidation.

For more information:

Andrej Jonovic, CEO XBP Europe: LinkedIn
XBP Europe: LinkedIn and Twitter
https://www.xbpeurope.com


Spiros Margaris, Venture Capitalist
Ranked Global No. 1 Finance Influencer by Refinitiv (Thomson Reuters)
Ranked Global No. 1 Fintech Influencer by Onalytica
Top 20 AI Influencers You NEED To Be Following (The AI Journal ) & No. 2 of 50 Most Powerful AI influencers (engatica - 2022)

Spiros Margaris: LinkedIn and Twitter
www.MargarisVentures.com

Build a Future-Ready Workforce Now: How to Get Started with AI and ML

AI can be a valuable tool for HR professionals leading the adoption of a skills-based operating model. Spiros Margaris talks with Aashna Kircher, GM of talent at Workday, about the pivotal role played by HR leaders in driving this transformation within their organizations. Despite the growing importance of becoming skills-based, HR leaders often face challenges and obstacles along this journey. Learn the actionable steps HR leaders can take now to overcome these hurdles and maximize the value of AI.

For more information:

Aashna Kircher is the General Manager of Talent Products at Workday.
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Workday LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
Workday Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/workdaysc
https://www.workday.com/

Spiros Margaris, Venture Capitalist
Ranked Global No. 1 Finance Influencer by Refinitiv (Thomson Reuters)
Ranked Global No. 1 Fintech Influencer by Onalytica
Top 20 AI Influencers You NEED To Be Following (The AI Journal ) & No. 2 of 50 Most Powerful AI influencers (engatica - 2022)

LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
www.MargarisVentures.com

How Workday is Modernizing Finance with AI and ML
In order to get organizations to lean into using AI, the key is to establish trust, recognize that the stakes are higher for financial users, and focus on the transition from tactical to strategic finance. In this episode, Jenn Dearth, senior manager of product management for machine learning for financials at Workday, joins Spiros Margaris to discuss Workday's current use of AI in managing risk, generating rules, and providing pre-emptive insights for modernizing finance functions.

For more information:

Jenn Dearth, Senior Manager, Machine Learning Product Management at Workday
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Workday LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
Workday Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/workdaysc
https://www.workday.com/

Spiros Margaris, Venture Capitalist
Ranked Global No. 1 Finance Influencer by Refinitiv (Thomson Reuters)
Ranked Global No. 1 Fintech Influencer by Onalytica
20 AI Influencers You NEED To Be Following (The AI Journal ) & No. 2 of 50 Most Powerful AI influencers (engatica - 2022)

LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
www.MargarisVentures.com

My conversation with Frank Keller SVP & GM, Enterprise Segment, Merchant & Payment Platforms at PayPal.

My conversation with Frank Keller of PayPal about how large enterprises can improve their payment methods to drive revenue and grow their business. We will dive into payment topics like authorization rates, false declines, and the tremendous impact they can have on business.

PayPal LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
https://www.paypal.com/

#fintech #payment #PayPalPartner

Spiros Margaris, VC
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www.MargarisVentures.com

How Workday Leverages the Power of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

In this episode, I talk to my guests from Workday, Jens-Henrik Jeppesen, Senior Director Public Policy and Chandler C. Morse, VP Corporate Affairs. We discuss AI policies, GDPR, and the AI Act and how Workday is leading the way to promote a balance between legislation and innovation through skills-based talent acquisition and employee development.

Workday LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
https://www.workday.com/

Spiros Margaris, VC
LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
www.MargarisVentures.com

How Workday Leverages the Power of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

In this episode, we talk with Rob McGovern, Senior Director of Product Management for Machine Learning at Workday who discusses how his company uses AI and ML for human resources and financial management. Rob talks about data and privacy, innovation, and the importance of interpretability, explainability, and transparency in AI and ML.

For more information:
Rob McGovern, Sr Director, Product Management for Machine Learning at Workday
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Workday LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
https://www.workday.com/

Spiros Margaris, VC
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www.MargarisVentures.com

Spiros Margaris speaks to some of the world’s most successful challenger banks about how they built their businesses in the AWS Cloud. My guests include Jason Maude, Chief Technology Advocate at Starling Bank, and Eyal Gafni, Chief Strategy and Operations Officer at First Digital Bank. They share some of the key considerations and tough decisions they faced as newcomers to the industry, and discuss emerging trends and the role the cloud has played in enabling these trends.

Learn more about how AWS works with FinTech firms here. You can also find out how FinTech partnerships have become a crucial driver of growth in the sector by downloading this report by AWS, Innovate Finance, and Finch Capital.

For more information:
Jason Maude, Chief Technology Advocate at Starling Bank
Personal LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
Starling Bank LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
https://www.starlingbank.com/

Eyal Gafni, Chief Strategy and Operations Officer at First Digital Bank
Personal LinkedIn profile link.
First Digital Bank LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
https://en.digibank.co.il/

Spiros Margaris, VC
LinkedIn and Twitter profile links.
www.MargarisVentures.com