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It's the third in a series of technical deep dives for building IVAs, and for this episode, it's all about LLMs. Kylie chats with Shawn Wen, co-founder and CTO at PolyAI, who explains why LLMs can accomplish 70% of what’s needed for voice assistants, and more importantly: what's involved in the remaining 30%. The discussion touches on strategies to manage challenges through prompt engineering, dialogue management, and integrating third-party APIs, while highlighting the similarities between AI and human behavior. A look into cybersecurity and the future of specialized LLMs rounds out the conversation, offering insights for industry professionals navigating this evolving technology.
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1 076: AI rollups: all VC sizzle and no stake? Thoughts from a recent Fortune article. 22:38
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1 075: Human agent & AI cohesion in the contact center. What will it take? 23:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text Nikola and Damien are back to discuss the ongoing evolution of AI in the contact center industry. We'll explore whether AI is truly replacing human workers or simply augmenting their capabilities, covering Klarna's automation efforts and recent Gartner predictions, and analyzing the challenges and opportunities in implementing AI solutions. We touch on essential aspects of project management, customer service strategies, and the future of AI integration in contact centers. Join us, or be assimilated! Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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1 074: AI and the State of Financial Services 20:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text VP of Product Marketing Brian Thompson joins Nikola to discuss the current state and future prospects of AI in financial services, including banking and insurance. The chat covers the importance of human oversight in AI deployments, the evolving landscape in banking and FinTech, optimization of back-office processes, and how financial institutions are leveraging generative AI. Brian shares insights on the differences between large legacy banks and smaller community banks, and the challenges and opportunities AI presents in bridging these gaps, while tackling customer expectations, regulatory concerns, and the significance of a strategic approach to AI implementation. Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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1 073: What are everyday people using LLMs for, really? 21:52
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text Damien and Nikola are back to discuss the transformative impact of generative AI in our everyday lives. The conversation covers everything from the rise of LLMs in personal development and therapy to DIY projects and coding. Discover how generative AI is reshaping industries, solving everyday problems, and why it's gaining traction in fields like legal services and medical advice. as well as future applications of AI. Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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1 072: Introducing Owl: PolyAI's in-house speech recognition model 21:46
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text Guest host Meghan Berton and VP of Engineering Razvan Kusztos cover the release of PolyAI's Owl ASR model, while dishing goss on the intricacies of developing high-performing speech recognition models. They discuss the significance of in-house SLU tech, the challenges of ensuring accuracy across different accents and environments, and the benefits of using synthetic data. The conversation also covers the cultural nuances in text to speech models and how Poly AI leverages partnerships with companies like NVIDIA for enhanced model performance. Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text Damien and Nikola discuss the brave initiatives taken by executives in the field of generative AI, their successes, and challenges. Nikola Mrkšić, CEO and co-founder of PolyAI, shares insights on differentiation in the generative AI space, the viability of build vs. buy decisions, and the importance of proof of concept in AI projects. The episode sheds light on the technological advancements and strategic decisions that help organizations capitalize on generative AI, with illustrative case studies and industry comparisons. Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text Damien and Nikola discuss the implications of AI-first approaches in industries, with a focus on how companies like Duolingo and Klarna are navigating the AI transformation. We explore the concept of an intelligent enterprise operating system and debate whether traditional companies can adapt quickly enough. Additionally, we examine the potential impacts on human employment and strategies for businesses to keep their employees motivated amidst these changes. Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text In this buzzy episode, Damien hosts PolyAI's Senior Vice President of Product, Devidas Desai, to announce the launch of Agent Studio, the world's only voice-first omnichannel CX platform for AI agents. Devidas provides an in-depth look into what Agent Studio is and discusses how the platform has been rigorously tested with live enterprise deployments and includes proprietary technologies like advanced automatic speech recognition and specialized language models. Hear about flagship tech like 'Talk Tracks,' and more of its future enhancements. Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text Damien and Nikola are back to discuss the impact of removing toll-free numbers for government services, focusing on the DOGE/Social Security Administration's briefly considered decision. They explore the potential operational and cost-saving implications of voice AI in government services, the challenges of optimizing such large systems, and the long-term strategies for digital transformation. The discussion also touches on the changing preferences of Generation Z towards voice communication and the importance of careful, well-planned implementation of automation in government operations. Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text In the closing episode of Deep Learning's deep dive on telephony, Nikola and Oisin discuss innovative ideas in telephony, especially the concept of using a universal AI ringtone to replace lengthy warnings and terms during calls. They debate the efficacy of this idea and its potential global impact on user experience. They also touch on the challenges of integrating AI within legacy telephony systems and explore different modern communication protocols like Gibberlink. The conversation also highlights the inefficiencies of current hold systems and the untapped potential of AI in streamlining B2B interactions. Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text The second episode of a three-part miniseries sees Deep Learning with PolyAI continue exploring the intricate world of telephony and VoIP! Nikola welcomes back Oisin Glenn, VP of Solutions Consulting, to chat about the historical development, current technologies, and the complexities of modern telephony. They discuss everything from PBX systems, VoIP protocols, and the rise of WebRTC to the unique challenges of international deployments, codec differences, and the open-source revolution in telephony. Learn how traditional telephony infrastructure is being replaced by scalable, IP-based systems and what the future holds for the industry. Whether you're an industry veteran or a curious newbie, this episode offers valuable insights into the telephony landscape. Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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1 064: The anatomy of telephony, part 1 - Origins 23:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSend us a text Nikola welcomes Oisin Glynn, VP of Solution Consulting, to discuss the fascinating history and evolution of modern telephony. Going back to the inception of telephone systems, from their early manual connections to the adoption of the PSTN and the advent of private branch exchanges (PBX), the conversation touches on the impact of the internet and mobile telephony on traditional phone systems, the rise of VoIP, and how companies like Cisco and Avaya played pivotal roles in transforming business communications. Whether you're curious about the historical milestones or the technical nuances of modern telecommunication, this episode is a perfect start to a series on the wizardry in present day telephonics. Follow PolyAI on LinkedIn Watch this and other episodes of the Deep Learning pod on YouTube…
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