Author: Krüg
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Balancing Artificial Intelligence’s Existential Dilemmas and Societal Enhancements: Reflections on the Frontier Summit AI Panel
Are we in the age of AI? Straight from the heart of Vancouver’s Frontier Summit by Frontier Collective… we’re exploring the maze of artificial intelligence, armed with wisdom from industry trailblazers. From progress to precautions, this is one existential rollercoaster you won’t want to miss. Let’s get started!
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Organic Intelligence: Rika Nakagawa on Rethinking Sustainability, Innovation and AI
Rika Nagazawa delivered a thought-provoking keynote at this year’s Frontier Summit that challenged attendees to rethink some of their core assumptions. Drawing from Eastern philosophy and the latest scientific findings, she unveiled the concept of “organic intelligence” – the hidden wisdom and problem-solving abilities found throughout the natural world.
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The Future Called: I Answered
Strap in, because I’ve been riding this rocketship of life at warp speed for the past 3 weeks, and I’ve got a ton of stories, life hacks, and jaw-dropping moments to share with you!
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Curiosity Above All: Hanging Out At the Intersection of Art and Technology
For any aspiring hybrid artists/entrepreneurs out there, my key advice is – follow your curiosity above all else. Connect with others, share experiences openly and never stop learning, growing and challenging assumptions.
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The AI Mindset: Kris Krug & Kevin Kelley Discuss AI’s Creative Power
Curious about how AI is shaping creativity? Kevin Kelly and I had a good conversation on that very topic. Trust me, this isn’t your typical ‘future of tech’ conversation. It’s more like a meeting of minds, exploring the landscape of what’s actually possible with AI today.
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A Practical Guide to Capturing Creative Ideas with ChatGPT Mobile During Travel – Now with
Here’s how I use ChatGPT Mobile: 1) I open the app and start speaking my ideas. ChatGPT Mobile listens and transcribes my words, turning them into actionable tasks. 2) I ask follow-up questions, and ChatGPT Mobile provides me with intelligent responses that help me refine my ideas. 3) I use the app to batch tasks,…
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The Magic of Asa Mathat: Portraiture and Photography at Dent the Future
Beyond making my portraits, Asa enlightened me with photography insights. He shared Lightroom techniques, discussed his creative approach, and demonstrated his gentle directing skills with subjects. I soaked up every bit of wisdom from this photography guru. It was a masterclass just being in Asa’s orbit for that session. Comparing my own event photography to…
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Master Prompts & Developing an AI Mindset – ChatGPT Workshop Recap #DENT2023
I attended Kyle Kesterson’s illuminating workshop on “Prompt Engineering” where he shared best practices for crafting prompts that lead to truly useful conversations. Learn how providing rich context upfront and treating AI as a collaborative partner can unlock its potential for creativity, learning and even bringing people together.
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Coffee, Community, and Sobriety: Matt McKenna’s Decade at DENT
For over a decade, Matt McKenna has been a fixture at the Dent the Future conference, an ideas festival that brings together leading entrepreneurs and innovators. I sat down with Matt to explore his journey from tech founder to coffee mogul, and the bonds he’s formed through this tight-knit community.
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Building an NLP-Powered AI Transit Assistant at HackCT for National Day of Civic Hacking
As the event photographer, mentor, and a hacker myself, I experienced HackCT from several perspectives. I collaborated with teammates to create a project called KK’s AI Chatbot, and had a great learning experience in the process.
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Newsletter 002: Rebirth and Revolution
Big changes are afoot in my world – after enriching years on the islands, I’ve returned to the city lights of Vancouver. This move marks a new chapter, one fueled by a passion for exploring how technology and creativity intersect to shape our collective future.
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The Promise and Peril of AI: My Key Takeaways from the Impact Relations Institute Panel
I recently moderated an illuminating panel discussion on AI ethics and have so much to share! By learning together, we can shape a future guided by ethics, wisdom and care for one another rather than machines.
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Exploring the World of AI Image Generation with Artist Frank Yu
Frank has been pushing creative boundaries with technology for over 15 years, and he’s now using AI to create stunning and thought-provoking images. We’ll take a look at Frank’s process for creating AI art, and we’ll discuss the potential of this new technology. We’ll also explore some of the ethical concerns surrounding AI art, and…
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AI as Your Creative Co-pilot: A Down-to-Earth Guide for the Architecture, Engineering & Construction Industries
If you’re curious about the real-world impact of Artificial Intelligence in architecture, engineering, and construction, you’ve landed in the right spot. I recently unpacked all this and more in my keynote at the Canadian Society for Marketing Professional Services Annual General Meeting. But don’t worry if you missed it—you can catch the full audio and…
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Community Weaving: How Digital Interactions Shape Our Physical World
In this new podcast and videoblog, I delve into the big question that’s on everyone’s mind: “What the fuck are you up to KK?” And, even more importantly, “WHY?!?” Forget the superficial; we’re digging deep into the philosophy behind building community.
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HackCT: A Mission to Revolutionize Rural Mobility in Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner”
Welcome to Connecticut’s ‘Quiet Corner,’ a region where the challenges of rural transportation take center stage. I’m diving into HackCT not just as an attendee, but as a mentor with a deep background in digital tech and strategy. This isn’t just another hackathon; it’s a mission to untangle the complex world of rural transit using…
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The Artist Profile of Charlie Blackcat Smith: The Johnny Appleseed of Burning Man
If you’re into art that makes you think and communities that make you feel, you’re in for a treat. I recently sat down with Charlie Blackcat Smith—an artist who’s all about breaking molds and building bridges. We dive into the nitty-gritty of art ethics, the hustle of staying authentic, and the tightrope walk between individual…