Breaking the Language Barrier: My Deepfake Experiment Shocks and Sparks Debate

Using AI tools like ElevenLabs Voice Lab, HeyGen – AI Video Generator, Anthropic’s Claude and OpenAI’s ChatGPT, I’ve ventured into the surreal world of generative AI – creating deepfake videos and avatars that introduce myself in over a dozen languages. The results were uncannily realistic, with virtual “me”s speaking flawless Urdu, Hindi, Japanese, Chinese and more. Read More …

Vancouver AI Community Lunch Meetup: Fostering Community in Vancouver’s Budding AI Landscape

The Vancouver AI community is a vibrant and growing ecosystem, with a strong focus on open-minded progress. The regular meetups are a great opportunity for people from different backgrounds and disciplines to come together and share ideas. This cross-pollination of ideas is essential for the development of responsible AI, and it’s something that I’m excited to see continue. Read More …

Photography, Videos & Social Media Making for Events, Retreats, Workshops & Conferences

Kris Krüg is a pioneer in creating multimedia content for events, offering services such as photography, videography, blogging, and social media management. He believes in reflecting the unique essence of each event to inspire progress and community engagement. With a blend of creativity, technical skill, and authenticity, he transforms events into enduring digital narratives, encouraging ongoing dialogue and growth long after the event concludes.
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The Art of Augmented Creativity: Balancing AI, Community, and Self

I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Thomas Girard for an in-depth interview exploring my diverse experiences at the intersection of art, technology and community. Over the course of 20 thought-provoking questions, we touched on passions spanning my photography journey, philosophies on life and progress, visions for the future, and so much more. Read More …

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! Read More …

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. Read More …

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. Read More …

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, such as brainstorming content ideas for my podcast, drafting a letter to parents and schools, or planning a Discord engagement strategy.

4) I excerpt useful parts of our conversation and use them as to-dos or blog sections.

5) I synchronize my ideas from mobile to desktop, where I can further develop them. Read More …

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 Asa’s work, I’m reminded that studio portraiture requires a different energy. Asa slows down, makes a connection with his subject, and brings out something personal. His focus is 100% on them. Read More …

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. Read More …

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. Read More …