On the second episode of Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt, we looked at the latest Apple OS updates and the Mac turning 40. When then had two fascinating guests – Brett Levy on the massive eSports and gaming phenomenon, and Dr Natalia Ilyushina on everything important in AI in January 2024.

For those in a rush – the full Episode 2 of Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt can be seen here!

Brett Levy is the Chief Technologist of Beyond Intent, the Head of Esports at Gold Coast Sports, and is also a director of the Australian Seniors Computer Clubs Association – with his weekly Techknowledgy TV show able to be seen here.

Dr Natalia Ilyushina is outstanding – as ๐•’s Grok explains, she a prominent researcher in the field of economics, with a particular focus on the digital economy, AI, and automated decision-making. She holds a PhD in Economics from RMIT University and has a diverse educational background, including a Master of Economics from Melbourne University and a double degree in Master of Professional Accounting and Master of Commerce from RMIT University.

Dr Natalia’s work primarily revolves around understanding the impact of task automation, corporate structure, and gender on labor markets, skills, and long-term staff wellbeing.

We spoke about Elon Musk, Grok, ๐•, ChatGPT, custom GPTs, artificial general intelligence, free speech, regulation, whether AI will take jobs, where we can learn more about Dr Ilyushina’s work, and more!

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