AI voice technology is evolving fast, and Augmented Voices is here to break it down. Sesame’s Maya brings emotional intelligence to AI voices, Eleven Labs’ Scribe offers industry-leading transcription, and Amazon’s Alexa Plus is now a fully-fledged AI assistant. Meanwhile, Apple faces delays in upgrading Siri, Perplexity AI enhances real-time voice search with Claude 3.7 Sonnet, and OpenAI and Microsoft are making AI voice tools free for all. As competition heats up, the focus is shifting toward hyper-realistic, highly functional AI voices that are reshaping communication.…

In this episode of Augmented Voices , we unpack some of the latest AI stories making waves. From a thousand artists releasing a silent album in protest of AI copyright laws to AI communicating in sound waves without us even hearing it—technology is pushing boundaries in unexpected ways. We also explore an AI-powered blood test that sounds like something out of Star Trek, the rise of slow-thinking AI with Claude 3.7, and why Anthropic’s AI is now playing Pokémon on Twitch. Join us as we explore the fascinating, sometimes eerie, and always thought-provoking world of AI.…

AI is evolving at an unstoppable pace, transforming industries we once thought were strictly human territory. In this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore how AI is now discovering life-saving drug candidates, solving medical mysteries in record time, building production-ready software without engineers, revolutionising game design with AI-driven creativity, and even teaching sign language in real-time. From scientific breakthroughs to coding, gaming, and accessibility, AI is blurring the lines between human expertise and machine intelligence. Are we ready for what comes next? Tune in now to find out!…

AI is moving fast, and today’s episode covers three major shifts shaping its future. Grok 3, xAI’s latest model, claims to be “truth-seeking,” powered by 200,000 GPUs and outperforming GPT-4 in math and science—plus its new DeepSearch feature scans the entire internet. Meanwhile, Fiverr is pushing freelancers to train AI on their work and sell AI-generated content, but with a hefty price tag, is this innovation or just another AI takeover? And over at The New York Times, they’re embracing AI for editing and research while suing OpenAI for training on their content—so can they have it both ways? We break it all down in this must-listen episode!…

AI is making waves in every industry, from a startup hiring an AI agent for $15K a year to YouTube expanding its AI-powered auto-dubbing tool, making content more accessible worldwide. Adobe has also launched a commercially safe AI video model, revolutionising content creation, while researchers are training AI to understand animal emotions. In this episode, we break down what these developments mean for businesses, content creators, and the future of work. Is AI an opportunity or a challenge? Let’s dive in!…

The AI Action Summit in Paris set the stage for some of the biggest conversations in AI today. In this episode, we unpack the key themes—from Europe’s multi-billion AI investments to the growing debate over AI regulation, sovereignty, and innovation . We explore how leaders like Macron and von der Leyen are shaping the future, the rise of European AI startups like Mistral , and what all this means for the global AI landscape. Will AI unite us or deepen divisions? Join us as we break it all down.…

AI isn’t just a tool anymore. It is changing the way we think, work, and even fall in love. In this episode of Augmented Voices , we dive into some of the most mind-blowing ways AI is reshaping our world. We explore how an economist used AI to write a peer-reviewed paper in just an hour and what this means for academia. Then we break down LinkedIn’s AI-powered job search, which matches people based on skills instead of job titles. Could this make the job market more fair or will AI reinforce old biases? And finally, we get into AI’s role in dating as platforms like Tinder use machine learning to go beyond swiping and predict real compatibility. From research and careers to relationships, AI is rewriting the rules. But are we ready for it? Tune in as we explore the impact, the risks, and the big questions we should all be asking.…

Potholes could soon be a thing of the past as self-healing roads arrive in the UK, but that’s just the start. In this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore how AI is reshaping the world, from roads that repair themselves to AI that can sense emotions and transform customer service. We also break down the EU’s bold move to challenge the tech giants with its own AI and the release of a massive multilingual audio dataset designed to improve voice-based AI applications. The future is here, and it’s changing fast—tune in to find out what it means for you.…

The AI race is heating up! OpenAI has just released its O3 Mini model for free, potentially kicking off an AI price war, while DeepSeek R1 enters the competition with impressive reasoning capabilities. Meanwhile, the EU has introduced strict AI regulations , banning systems deemed too risky, raising big questions about the future of AI governance. And if that wasn’t enough, Google’s new AI-powered calling assistant is here, letting AI make phone calls on your behalf! In this episode, we break down how these developments could impact businesses, researchers, and everyday users. Will AI become more accessible, or will regulation slow things down? Are we heading toward an AI-driven future faster than we expected? Tune in to find out!…

A mysterious AI company seemingly out of nowhere just shook the foundations of Silicon Valley. DeepSeek’s rise has Big Tech scrambling, costing NVIDIA $600B and forcing OpenAI and Google to take notice—all on a shoestring budget . Did US sanctions backfire and push China to innovate faster? We also dive into the bold claim that AI could double human lifespans by the 2030s , plus how Hugging Face is stepping up by offering model hosting and initiating the reconstruction of DeepSeek’s reasoning model from scratch to uphold its mission of fostering open knowledge. The AI arms race is here—who wins?…

In this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore how AI is transforming Wall Street, focusing on the bold moves by Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, and Morgan Stanley. From AI assistants embodying company values to tools revolutionising financial advising, we break down how these institutions are leveraging AI to shape the future of finance. We’ll discuss the opportunities, risks, and the evolving role of humans in this high-stakes industry. Tune in to learn how AI is reshaping the workforce and what skills will matter most in this changing landscape.…

In this episode of Augmented Voices , we dive into the industries you’d never expect to be reshaped by generative AI. From revolutionising the legal world with AI assistants like Harvey to transforming video marketing with tools like Velocity, we explore how cutting-edge technology is breaking barriers. We also discuss the role of AI in urban planning with 4D city simulations, the future of 3D content creation in gaming and animation, and how these advancements are democratising tools once reserved for the elite. Join us as we explore the real-world impact of AI on jobs, creativity, and problem-solving. From small businesses to global enterprises, this episode sheds light on how generative AI is making waves and shaping a new future. Don’t miss it!…

AI is changing the way we present ourselves—whether it’s landing a job or landing a date. In this episode, we dive into how AI is transforming recruitment with tools like LinkedIn’s JobsMatch and Maki’s automation, making hiring faster and more data-driven. But it doesn’t stop there—Hinge is using AI to refine dating profiles too. From CVs to dating apps, are we heading towards a future where AI shapes our personal and professional lives in ways we never expected? Tune in to find out!…

In this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore the transformative power of AI and its profound impact on businesses, jobs, and the environment. From the rapid adoption of generative AI in enterprises to its potential to reshape the workforce, we discuss the opportunities and challenges of this evolving technology. We also delve into AI's environmental footprint and the innovative strategies to make it more sustainable. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on how AI is changing the way we work, think, and live—highlighting the importance of using this powerful tool responsibly and ethically.…

In this episode of Augmented Voices , we explore how AI is transforming the way we work, live, and innovate. From creative brainstorming at prompting parties to the economic challenges of the AI divide and the UK's ambitious AI Opportunities Action Plan, we delve into the key opportunities and risks shaping our AI-powered future. Join us for a conversation about collaboration, innovation, and the human-machine partnership that could define the next era of progress.…