In this episode of Octal FM we dive in to the state of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. We'll explain what it is, what it isn't, and why it seems to be such a big thing right now. There's lots of reading material out there if you want to learn more. Some intro articles

• Bluffer's guide to AI terminology
• Wired: What is Artificial Intelligence?
• So you think you know what is Artificial Intelligence?

Opinion pieces

• "Artificial Intelligence is whatever computers can't do yet"
• The Great AI Paradox
• The Seven Deadly Sins of AI Predictions

Intro/outro music: JACKS – Runaway Fashion

Jalada and Sefran discuss voice-activated home assistants. We have a chat about what they are, how they work, and where we think the technology is going in the future.

• The two main devices we talk about are Amazon Echo* and Google Home.
• We also reference Apple Siri and Google Assistant.
• For more information about why understanding speech is hard for computers, read about "AI-complete" problems.
• We almost forgot to mention Microsoft Cortana.
• Amazon Echo can be used to control Nest and Tado thermostats.
• Sefran pointed out that banks like HSBC and First Direct already use voice pattern detection.

Intro & outro music: JACKS - Runaway Fashion *Links are affiliate links. Proceeds go towards helping out OctalFM.