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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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.
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.
AI eating its own children
Do you ever ask AI about its well-being? While researchers debate if AI can have feelings, Anthropic hired an AI Welfare researcher. Stay tuned for empathy-towards-your-PC training.
The fight for your desktop
Big Brother is coming to your desktop. First it was Microsoft with Recall. Now Google with Anthropic are releasing tech that will be taking screenshots of your computer and controlling your mouse and keyboard.