The entrepreneurial environment is changing rapidly. Can you believe it’s almost as though we are returning to the hay days of funding ?
After speaking with some of our members, we will change our format. Before the meeting, I’ll announce a topic to get us started with the conversations and then we can get into the swing of meeting and networking. Have a burning issue that you’d like to share, drop me a line.
We trust that your business is thriving and you’re keeping up with the tsunami of change in everyone’s digital environment. Not unlike last month’s updates the AI front is still the key news item. Some interesting takes on who’s jobs are already in the crosshairs.
Are you ready to meet and network at the Marriott downtown on Wednesday the 10th of this month ? Our in-person meetings bring new people often. If we have not seen you for some time know that you’re missed…..Consider putting this meeting on your calendar, at 6:30 pm. and get networking.
Please RSVP at the meetup site. People need to know that you’re attending. Have you thought about bringing a friend or colleague ?
Meet us in the lounge (Facing del Alma) and enjoy some food or drink and get ready for some great conversations. We will be in the corner area, and not hard to find.
Is there some specific information you want or need to assist your business ? Drop us a line and let’s focus our monthly newsletter.
For this month’s updates we have;
AI job replacement: First it came for the ..…
Ai4 speaking of a really big convention ?
Copywriting is an art and science !
Ready to build your AI solution without programing ?
Talk about a change of technology in sheet metal…
Software to automate modifying images, made easy
Looking for funding, from any source and with free access as a founder ?
Quote of the day:
“The biggest risk is not taking the risk… In a world that’s changing really quickly, the only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks.”
Richard Branson
Here’s an update on Jobs and AI:
AI may be replacing jobs typically done by certain freelancers.
In 2023, academic ghostwriters in Kenya — i.e., people who write US and UK students’ essays for them — said they’d seen demand plummet as students began having ChatGPT do it for free.
That led to a report from Harvard Business School, the Imperial College Business School, and the German Institute of Economic Research, in which they examined ~2m online job listings across 61 countries from July 2021 to July 2023.
And what did the report find?
That since ChatGPT debuted in November 2022, demand for online freelancers has dropped by:
· 30% for writers
· 20% for coders
· 17% for image creation work, like graphic design
· 13% for social media post-production and data entry
· 5,000+ attendees, 350+ speakers, and 150+ AI exhibitors
· Unbeatable networking with business and technical leaders from every industry
· Daily happy hours, great food, after-parties, and more
Plus, keynotes by Geoffrey Hinton, the “Godfather of AI”, Andrew Yang, Former Presidential Candidate and Bestselling Author, Karin Timpone, CMO of the MLB, and others! Register here (before tickets are gone)
Copywrighting can make all the difference !
Are you tired of throwing money at marketing strategies that don’t deliver? As a seasoned copywriter, I’ve worked with millionaires like Ted Carr, Daniel Bissonnette, and Kyle Kane to craft compelling copy that drives real results. With a proven track record of success, I’m confident in my ability to multiply your profits with my expertise.
Imagine having a sales page that speaks directly to your target audience, social media scripts that resonate with your customers, and email campaigns that bring in tens of thousands of dollars monthly. That’s what I can help you achieve. As a skilled copywriter, I understand the art of digital persuasion and the importance of using the right words to drive results.
As an entrepreneur myself, I know that marketing and branding are crucial to making your business a household name. That’s why I’m selective about the clients I work with. I only take on projects where I’m 100% confident I can make a multiple 5-figure return for my clients, freeing them up to focus on the big picture.
If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’d love to help. With my expertise in writing email campaigns, social media content, and sales funnels, I can help you boost sales, increase brand awareness, and drive website traffic.
Shoot me an email at patriceamoor@gmail.com and let me know your industry. I’ll send you a free personalized game plan to get started.
Ready to build an AI solution with limited coding
The Future of Human-Centered AI OS
In the digital landscape, staying ahead means not just predicting the future but shaping it. On this ethos, webAI was founded four years ago, and we are thrilled to announce the official launch of early access for our pioneering product — Navigator.
Navigator’s ultimate goal is to unleash human potential by alleviating the challenges of creating and deploying AI solutions:
AI Accessibility: Paving the way for every individual, irrespective of their technical prowess, to craft their own AI models.
Flexible Deployment Environments: Advocating for a paradigm shift — run models across tech stacks from resource-intensive cloud environments to flexible fog infrastructures with minimal GPU availability, decreasing cost while making AI more sustainable.
Ownership Empowerment: Digital property rights matter — web3 infrastructure allows immutable asset tracking with digital watermarking, tying digital creation to traceable authorship, empowering users to own what they create.
In this short guide, you will find a preview of several breakthrough technologies diligently designed by our team to make our aspirations a reality.
LBRA — Speak. See. Understand.
LBRA™ Completing Natural Language Tasks within the Image Space.
Visual Exploration Reimagined
Incorporating LBRA within Navigator is webAI’s testament to a future where technology doesn’t just function; it orchestrates around humans. It’s a realm where images aren’t just viewed but experienced, where visuals become a canvas for conversations.
LBRA offers a fresh approach to interacting with visuals:
Engaging with Images: Images are no longer just for viewing. With LBRA, you can have a two-way interaction, making your experience with pictures more engaging.
Detail-Oriented: LBRA helps identify specific elements within images. Whether it’s famous landmarks or minor details, LBRA provides accurate descriptions.
Descriptive Capabilities: Every image has a context, and LBRA provides a narration for it. It goes beyond just recognizing by offering descriptive insights about the content of the photo.
User-Focused Interaction: Unlike conventional tools, LBRA uses natural language understanding to tailor the visual feedback to the user’s input.
Step into a world where words echo in colors and frames and images respond to your call. With LBRA, explore the uncharted territories of human-centric AI, where every visual dialogue is a masterpiece waiting to unfold.
Canvas — Simplicity, Meet Power
Stepping into the world of AI doesn’t have to be daunting. With Canvas, users get the best of both worlds. Imagine using a simple drag-and-drop builder interface, much like assembling a simple puzzle. But here’s the twist: while the interface is simple, it doesn’t hold back on depth and versatility. Those who wish can seamlessly transition into complete code design, ensuring that both novices and experts find their comfort zone.
Simple without lacking depth Navigator touts no-code and full-code capabilities.
Create your own AI
One of the core strengths of Navigator is its flexibility. Whether you are setting up a system for sentiment analysis, image recognition, or any other AI-driven task, Navigator is equipped with webAI’s proprietary model training methods. With tools like Attention Steering and DeepDetection, you aren’t just getting off-the-shelf solutions; you’re getting models tailored to your needs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Training AI models on personal devices has never been more efficient.
Leveraging webAI’s Proprietary Techniques
Navigating beyond mere adaptability, what truly sets Navigator apart is its integration of webAI’s specialized model training methodologies. The Attention Steering technique is central to this, which ensures the AI dives deeper than merely glossing over extensive datasets; it hones in on crucial details.
Attention Steering is not just another training method; it’s a transformative approach to efficient machine learning. By incorporating a unique form of reinforcement learning combined with proprietary techniques, it excels at pinpointing areas of consensus and disagreement. This data then becomes instrumental in optimizing the training process.
The efficiency of Attention Steering is unparalleled. Notably, Attention Steering, when trained on merely a quarter of the dataset, achieved a precision comparable to that of a model trained on the entire dataset. This was accomplished while maintaining a significantly (78%) smaller model size. Regarding accuracy, the Attention Steering Model achieved an impressive 98.00% on validation. This is nearly on par with the fine-tuned model, which reached 98.03% accuracy after training on the complete dataset before validation. This significant footprint reduction means the model can comfortably reside on a user’s device.
The implication? AI operations can be executed locally, eliminating the need for cloud dependency and addressing potential data privacy concerns.
You can now perceive of a metal object and make it automatically ?
I geeked out on this technology. No longer is there a limit on the size or shape of a metal object. Think of this technology as the way to modify, customize and on the fly make rtepairs that were previously unobtainable. This video is awesome…..my opinion.
Looking for Funding or are you doing Due Diligence ?
Need funding or are you a funder looking to reduce your due diligence overhead, find new deal flow and LP’s or reduce your inbox overload with non-aligned founders ?
InvestorMatch.ai is an excellent resource that matches funders to founders, using AI. The platform is the ideal way to find funding sources and is available to founders, at no charge.
Unlike other platforms, the software eliminates 2-3 meetings and gives all parties the whole picture of who and what you’re doing allowing for alignment, from the start.
When there’s alignment all parties have the comprehensive details needed for an actionable meeting. Think of this process as a warm introduction with both parties ready to get into gear immediately.
The funders are international in scope, from private, public, and commercial sources, and it’s industry agnostic. A real opportunity for any founder to find the right people, in your industry who are interested in seeing you succeed, with funding. InvestorMatch.ai
Your daily reminder that appearances can be deceiving: Kevin, a Great Dane living in Iowa, has been crowned the world’s tallest living dog. While Kevin’s imposing as hell at a height of 3 feet and 2 inches, it took a while to measure him because he was scared of the measuring tape.
One more reminder: We’re off tomorrow in observance of Juneteenth, but we’ll be back with a new Hustle in your inbox first thing Thursday morning.
In today’s email:
· AI job replacement: First it came for the freelancers…
· Get caught up: The first fugitive found by the internet.
· Virtual Boy: A look back at Nintendo’s biggest flop.
· Around the web: Random reads, a song-guessing game, and more.
Listen: What does the future of plant-based and lab-grown food look like? Can it survive in the US?
THE BIG IDEA
AI is coming for your online freelance jobs
Here’s something depressing: AI may be replacing jobs typically done by certain freelancers.
In 2023, academic ghostwriters in Kenya — i.e., people who write US and UK students’ essays for them — said they’d seen demand plummet as students began having ChatGPT do it for free.
That led to a report from Harvard Business School, the Imperial College Business School, and the German Institute of Economic Research, in which they examined ~2m online job listings across 61 countries from July 2021 to July 2023.
And what did the report find?
That since ChatGPT debuted in November 2022, demand for online freelancers has dropped by:
· 30% for writers
· 20% for coders
· 17% for image creation work, like graphic design
· 13% for social media post production and data entry
· 5,000+ attendees, 350+ speakers, and 150+ AI exhibitors
· Unbeatable networking with business and technical leaders from every industry
· Daily happy hours, great food, after-parties, and more
Plus, keynotes by Geoffrey Hinton, the “Godfather of AI”, Andrew Yang, Former Presidential Candidate and Bestselling Author, Karin Timpone, CMO of the MLB, and others! Register here (before tickets are gone)
Next gen of manufacturing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcYWzP8hj7E&t=2s
Startup Corvallis is all about meeting new and known innovators, talking about our projects, what we need, and what’s new from the universities to the city and the many connected organizations.
It’s about creating a dynamic and interactive, supportive community for entrepreneurs with networking, innovation and……just plain having fun.
