Hello, AI Enthusiasts.
It’s Friday night—how’s your week going? Before you switch into weekend mode, take a quick look at what’s new in the tech and AI world.
Google has launched "Learn About"—a new experimental platform that’s set to change how we interact with online information. 🔍💬
In other news, Chainlink is using AI and blockchain to streamline data handling in financial institutions. And, Higher Logic’s recent report shows that job boards and community digests are a major factor in boosting member activity in associations. 📊
Enjoy a restful weekend! 🌙
Here's another crazy day in AI:
Inside Google’s new AI-powered learning companion
Financial giants turn to AI and blockchain to solve data inefficiencies
Association Insights: job boards and digests enhance engagement
Some AI tools to try out
TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: Google's New AI Learning Tool: A Closer Look
Image Credit: Wowza (edited with Canva)
How do you transform a simple Google search into an interactive learning adventure?
Google’s latest project, “Learn About,” aims to reshape the way we interact with information online. Amanda Caswell’s recent feature on Tom’s Guide explores this new tool, which turns basic searches into immersive experiences. Designed for learners of all ages and interests, “Learn About” combines AI-driven responses with interactive resources, offering users a richer way to explore their questions, whether they’re asking about cooking, outer space, or even koi fish care.
What Google’s “Learn About” experiment brings to the table:
Custom Learning Paths: With AI-generated responses that adjust to different knowledge levels, users can choose a simple overview or a more detailed breakdown.
Enhanced Exploration Tools: Interactive elements, from images and videos to guided prompts, help users dive into topics in a hands-on way.
Easy Access: Anyone with a Google account can try it out. The main screen invites questions or lets users browse suggested topics.
Engaging Follow-ups: Quizzes, questions, and suggested prompts keep the learning process dynamic, encouraging users to explore more deeply.
In her trial, Caswell found the tool easy to navigate and was particularly impressed with its ability to adapt to different learning levels. She appreciated the depth of information available, from basic to advanced, and noted the encouragement to explore through prompts and interactive aids. However, she also encountered occasional redirections to e-commerce sites when asking for simplified answers, which detracted from the otherwise seamless experience. While these redirects could be distracting, Caswell’s overall impression was positive, especially with the flexibility to dive deeper without interruptions.
Google’s experiment may still have a few kinks to work out, particularly in avoiding commercial interruptions. However, the “Learn About” platform shows real potential as an adaptable, interactive space where learning feels more personalized and engaging. For those interested in new ways of accessing information, it offers an insightful look at where educational tools might be headed. As Google continues refining it, this tool could become a unique companion for those wanting to expand their knowledge across diverse subjects, all in a way that respects individual learning styles.
Read the full article here.
Check out her hands-on experience here.
OTHER INTERESTING AI HIGHLIGHTS:
Financial Giants Turn to AI and Blockchain to Solve Data Inefficiencies
/Lawrence Wintermeyer, Forbes
As financial institutions face costly inefficiencies from fragmented data, a new initiative led by Chainlink is applying AI and blockchain to streamline data handling and corporate actions. Major players like Swift, Euroclear, and Franklin Templeton are collaborating with Chainlink’s oracle technology to create a unified, real-time “golden record” on blockchains. By using AI to clean and validate data, and oracles to synchronize it across systems, the initiative aims to reduce manual processes, save on costs, and bring improved accuracy to complex financial transactions.
Read more here.
Association Insights: Job Boards and Digests Enhance Engagement
/Mark Athitakis, Associations Now
Higher Logic’s new report on association engagement finds that job boards and community digests significantly increase member activity. Based on data from 1,500 associations, the report reveals that job boards can boost logins by 88% and spark more discussions, while digest emails keep members connected by delivering relevant content directly to their inboxes. The findings suggest that autosubscription to community digests and adding resources like mentoring programs can effectively enhance member involvement in online communities.
Read more here.
SOME AI TOOLS TO TRY OUT:
PodBooster - AI that listens to your podcast and generates all your marketing content.
CopilotKit - Add AI-powered chat assistants to any React app with minimal code.
Pathlit - Manage emails with ease, speak to send, auto-sort, and receive daily summaries.
That’s a wrap on today’s Almost Daily craziness.
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