In this episode of the Mindful AI Podcast, we are joined by Kim Oosthuizen, Head of AI at SAP. Kim shares her deep insights into the potential benefits of AI, how it can augment human capabilities, and some of the realistic risks we face. We also explore the role of AI in improving soft skills, the importance of diversity in AI, and how businesses can implement responsible and ethical AI practices. Whether you’re curious about AI’s role in business, its impact on work, or ethical concerns, this episode has it all!
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Topics Discussed:
* Benefits of AI in daily life and business
* How AI can help improve soft skills and leadership
* The importance of diversity in AI development
* Risks associated with biased AI systems
* Ethical and responsible AI practices
Chapters:
0:00 - Welcome & Introduction
0:37 - Potential Benefits of AI
4:00 - Can AI Improve Soft Skills?
6:00 - The Importance of Diversity in AI
7:52 - Realistic Risks of AI
9:47 - AI in Everyday Life
11:33 - AI in HR and Leadership
13:56 - Responsible AI: Who’s Accountable?
19:00 - Ethical AI: Complexities and Trade-offs
22:10 - Global AI Regulation: Where Does Australia Stand?
28:36 - AI’s Impact on Meaningful Work
30:14 - AI Use Cases: Elderly Care, Parkinson’s, and Education
33:13 - Mindful AI: How to Use AI Responsibly
35:24 - Closing Remarks & Thank You
Links from this episode:
• Book: Human Compatible by Stuart Russell - https://amzn.asia/d/72DsOq9
• Podcast: The Rise of AI generated Content - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-rise-of-ai-generated-content/id1457146626?i=1000603042674
• Podcast: AI in Business: What do you need to know - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/ai-in-business-what-you-need-to-know/id1457146626?i=1000584439530
• Article: How to prepare your business for AI (page 60) - https://issuu.com/anzsapmagazine/docs/anzsap_issue01_fullmag_design_v13-singlepages
• Article: The time is now to take advantage of Business AI - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/time-now-take-advantage-business-ai-dr-kim-oosthuizen/
• Article: How AI Is Creating The Next Generation Of Treatment For Parkinson’s Disease https://news.sap.com/australia/2023/10/02/how-ai-is-creating-the-next-generation-of-treatment-for-parkinsons-disease/