AI & Data — What’s out there that you can follow

Elaine
4 min readApr 3, 2023

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Fun fact: This image is generated using Dall-E with prompt “information bombarding”

As we navigate through the digital age, it’s no secret that we’re inundated with information at every turn. The constant barrage of news and updates especially around AI and Technology can feel overwhelming, leaving many feeling lost in a sea of data. The key is to find your niche and focus on what matters most to you. By doing so, you can stay on top of the latest trends and developments informed in today’s fast-paced world without feeling swamped.

Here’re 3 things that you can be following with some latest updates and examples:

# 1: Latest AI and Technology news

These should be facts, done or upcoming deals, releases, announcements and publications. Whether you are the CEO, CTO, CDO, executives or associates of a company, investors or even a student in college, new technologies may have implications for job markets, privacy concerns, and ethical considerations. Keeping up-to-date on recent news and updates can help individuals and businesses make informed decisions and adapt to changing circumstances.

These are top news not to miss out on:
1.1 Microsoft Confirms Its $10 Billion Investment Into ChatGPT And Partnership with OpenAI
1.2 Google Announces Bard, Its Rival To Microsoft-Backed ChatGPT
1.3 Introducing GPT-4 in Azure OpenAI Service
1.4 GitHub Copilot X: The AI-powered developer experience

Personal Tips:
- Follow blogs and official websites of large industry players like Microsoft, Alphabet Inc. (parent company of Google) and many more.
- Follow favorite new channels like Bloomberg, BBC or CNBC and select their Technology/AI section.
- Follow big consulting companies preferably with AI and Analytics arms like McKinsey, BCG and select their Technology/AI section.

# 2: AI Trends and Outlooks

These should be analysis, trends, outlooks and opinions from trusted organizations, industry experts and thought leaders. Following thought leaders provides valuable insights, access to expertise, and a means to stay current with the latest trends. Engaging with their content can expand your network and connect with like-minded individuals, helping you stay ahead of the curve and navigate opportunities and challenges.
There may be even some correlation between tweets/posts from thought leaders with general direction of AI or even stock market. So, these may help you guesstimate the what would your next best moves be.

These are the top 6 AI trends and Outlooks in 2023:
2.1 Generative AI, Generative AI and Generative AI — emerging branch of AI that uses existing data to create new artifacts.
2.2 Democratization of AI — making AI more accessible through low-code, no-code apps and platforms.
2.3 Expansion of internet of things (IoT) and Digital Twins — making devices connected to Internet and using virtual models to perform simulations for predictions.
2.4 Augmented, Adaptive AI — enhancing customer experiences using conversational AI coupled with emerging technologies like AR and VR
2.5 Ethical AI — developing more ethical and explainable AI models
2.6 AI cybersecurity — incorporating AI into cybersecurity to automate identify and access management systems.
References:
https://builtin.com/artificial-intelligence/ai-trends-2023
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/top-10-ai-trends-2023-ceyentra/

Personal Tips:
- Follow top voices, community groups and known industry leaders on LinkedIn or any other social media platforms.
- Subscribe to any newsletters of your choice that suit your style so they direct you to relevant resources/reads.
- Just Google or Bing search the topic of interest!

# 3: Application of the available AI tools within field of your interest

Tech is for everyone.

There is going to be at least an AI tool available for you no matter what background you’re from for professional or personal use. Chances are that if they’re at their early stages, you get to try the applications out for free. The more you use them, the more tech-savvy you will be. The more well-versed you are with AI tools, the more efficient your life may be!

3.1 If you’re a developer, try CoPilot
3.2 If you’re a content creator, try Gamma App
3.3 If you’re a write, try HyperWrite
…and many more!
If you would like to understand the ultimate application of Generative AI, use ChatGPT and Dall-E.

Personal Tips:
- Follow community groups of your field of interest on LinkedIn or Discord because community groups provide support and share updates so you may leverage on them.
- Futurepedia — largest AI tool directory

Feel free to follow or connect with me on LinkedIn or Medium :)

Previously, I wrote about the motivation and intention behind a 2-day workshop for kids aged 7–12 on the topic of Data Science.
If you’d like, please find the 2-min read here on LinkedIn.

This article is published for Girls in Tech Kuala Lumpur’s and is part of our monthly newsletters.

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