The Whizbang Weekly

  • When it comes to AI organizations need to stick to their knitting: Data Fabric Knitting.

    Unlocking the Power of Data Fabric: Strategic Steps, Benefits, and Risks In the rapidly evolving data landscape, organizations are increasingly turning to data fabric as a holistic solution to integrate diverse data sources, enhance data governance, and drive business efficiency. This op-ed outlines the strategic steps to implement a data fabric, highlights its benefits, and…

    Campbell Robertson

  • The Rise of Better AI Models on the Horizon

    The landscape of artificial intelligence is undergoing a significant transformation with the emergence of a new class of generative AI models that leverage mathematical reasoning to correct themselves and prevent hallucinations. This shift marks a critical departure from the current generation of models, which, despite their impressive capabilities, are plagued by the problem of hallucinations—instances…

    Campbell Robertson

  • Gen AI?: You Gotta Keep Your 88’s Straight

    Navigating the Complexities of Data Migration: Strategies, Tactics, and Considerations is like learning to play piano. Using the musical analogy of keeping a balance between innovation and management. So with all the creative aspects around GenAI we need to balance it with proper data management strategies. Data migration has become an indispensable process for organizations…

    Campbell Robertson

  • Update: Model Choice and Deprecation Planning

    Selecting the right Large Language Model (LLM) for your organization is a critical decision that can significantly impact your AI strategy and outcomes. As the field of AI rapidly evolves, it’s essential not only to choose wisely but also to plan for model deprecation. Here’s a comprehensive approach to tackle both challenges. Choosing the Right…

    Campbell Robertson

  • How to position Trust & Compliance into my company

    Embracing Trust & Compliance Technology: A Necessity for Ethical AI I apologize for the lack of posts over the summer, I have had a busy summer. I have been looking again at some of the base needs your company will require in order to be success and more importantly RISK FREE in using Generative AI…

    Campbell Robertson

  • The Rise of Multimodal AI: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities

    Multimodal AI models are rapidly emerging as the next frontier in artificial intelligence, promising to revolutionize how machines perceive and interact with the world. Unlike traditional AI systems that focus on a single data type, multimodal AI integrates diverse inputs such as text, images, audio, and video to create more comprehensive and nuanced understanding. This…

    Campbell Robertson

  • Your AI Comfort Zone is a Danger Zone !

    The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has ushered in an era of unprecedented technological capabilities. However, as organizations and individuals become increasingly reliant on AI systems, there’s a growing risk of complacency that could lead to severe consequences. This “AI comfort zone” is, in fact, a danger zone that demands our immediate attention and…

    Campbell Robertson

  • Navigating the Philosophical Terrain of Generative AI: Unique or Uniquely Complex?

    In our modern world, we stand at the precipice of a paradigm shift. As Generative AI technology becomes increasingly interwoven into the fabric of society, it poses provocative philosophical questions regarding creativity, originality, and the human factor inherent in the creative process. AI undoubtedly brings a new dynamic into creative realms previously dominated by human…

    Campbell Robertson

  • Dave vs. Goliath in GenAI

    Apologies for the lapse in posts, much continues to develop in this space with more ‘mini’ models being rolled out and the growing concern towards large LLMs consuming vasts amounts of data and energy; I think we should evaluate what and when various models should be used. Large Language Models (LLMs) and mini LLMs represent…

    Campbell Robertson

  • Philosophical Friday: What is real and what is not? and what will it mean?

    As the world grapples with the rise of nationalism vs. globalism and political stances are polarizing; the proliferation of false content to confuse or obfuscate reality is happening. The need for reliable and verifiable information has never been more pressing. In this landscape, trusted and watermarked AI-generated content can serve as a critical safeguard for…

    Campbell Robertson