Recurrent Patterns
Recurrent Patterns is a venture exploring strategies and insights around leading-edge companies, technology and cultural trends. Vaclav engages with leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, authors and others who can share their perspectives in long-form conversations.
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AI troubles at Apple’s kingdom
Apple promised AI that’s private, powerful, and personal. The problem? Those goals might not be compatible.
Now, it’s a puzzle Apple may not be able to solve.
AI Sand Castle Trap
AI promises convenience, but at what cost? Models are now trained on misinformation and errors, which are becoming part of the fabric of our digital world, and being portrayed as the authoritative answers to our questions.
The House of Alexa
Amazon's rejuvenated Alexa is here. Alexa+ remembers your favourite foods, reminds your kid to walk the dog, and helps you buy gifts. Having access to your calendar, emails, and shopping habits, is this supposed to be your trusted assistant, best friend or the new Big Sister?
Robots. The next wave is coming
AI is already everywhere, and now robots are next. Will they be your personal chef, errand-runner, babysitter or just another overhyped gadget? The promises are big. My question to you - What would you use them for?
When the AI rubber hits the road
AI is everywhere, but how are companies actually using it? In some cases, the results actually do seem to be catching up to the hype. Your own results may vary. The hype is still covering up for the growing pains.
DeepSeek hysteria
The debate around DeepSeek should go much deeper than the technology. How much do you really know about the models that we've come to rely on?
AI. In search of value, in search of price
AI’s value is still anyone’s guess. $0.01 per message? $200/month? Tech giants like OpenAI and Microsoft are still guesssing on how to price their new innovations. It seems like AI can do anything, except figure out what its worth.
The Face-AI-book
From managing your hedge fund to acting as your Instagram assistant for organizing your social life, AI will handle it all. Finally, you'll have the freedom to enjoy quiet moments without worrying about finances—and perhaps even engage in a conversation with another human.
Agentic madness
The researchers at Anthropic are getting emotionally attached to the AI they are building. They have tried to define terms like agent, agentic, and workflow, but they are using these definitions inconsistently. They also want us to try to think as AI models.
Cure your hangover with AI
If a (New Years) hangover is your recurrent pattern, try using AI to keep your drinking under control. Maybe it will be the first and most useful thing AI will do for you in 2025.