Unpacking AI: Executive Insights & Essential Questions

Join us in this special edition of Hashtag Trending and Cybersecurity Today as we dive deep into AI with technology consultant Marcel Gagné and cybersecurity expert John Pinard. We discuss the necessity for executives to understand and implement AI despite limited knowledge, the need for question-based learning, and the significance of a comprehensive AI bootcamp. From real-world applications to the evolving AI landscape, this episode provides a nuanced view on leveraging AI in business while addressing the critical question of safety.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:19 Meet the Panelists
00:38 AI in the Executive World
00:54 Bootcamp for Executives
01:17 Starting the Discussion
01:44 Understanding AI Challenges
03:00 The Importance of Asking Questions
07:45 Historical Context of AI
11:30 Practical Applications of AI
15:06 Generative AI and Its Impact
23:09 Future of AI Models
30:39 Introduction to Google Recorder App
31:11 AI for Meeting Transcriptions
33:18 AI in Marketing and Business Applications
34:07 The Future of AI in Business
36:03 Debating AI's Potential and Limitations
38:09 Advanced AI Models and Their Uses
40:12 AI in Consulting and Decision Making
49:47 Risk Management in AI Implementation
59:34 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up