Generating Synthetic Data for LLMs, Deploying Open-Source LLMs, Trustworthy AI Practices, and London’s AI Scene
Generate Synthetic Data to Test LLM Applications
In this blog, we will walk through the popular topic of synthetic data in the context of LLM testing and evaluation.
Podcast: Training and Deploying Open-Source LLMs with Dr. Jon Krohn
In this episode, Jon Krohn delves into the lifecycle of open source Large Language Models, from transformer architecture to deploying to production.
Podcast: Embedding Trustworthy Practices Across the AI Lifecycle with Vrushali Sawant
In the latest episode of the ODSC Ai X Podcast, we dive into the captivating realm of trustworthy AI with Vrushali Sawant, such as understanding important underlying principles.
AI-Driven Solutions to Battle Spear Phishing Attacks
Spear phishing can be hard for humans to detect, so AI is an ideal alternative. Here are a few ways businesses can use AI to stop spear phishing attacks.
Exploring the Vulnerability of Language Models to Poisoning Attacks
This article discusses a paper, “Poisoning Language Models During Instruction Tuning,” and summarizes key findings on the topic.
Webinar: Improving RAG outcomes with your unique enterprise data
May 30th, 2024
In this webinar, Snorkel AI co-founder and CEO Alex Ratner will share his insights into emerging AI practices and the future of enterprise adoption. He will be joined by principal research scientist Chris Glaze and Generative AI product lead Marty Moesta who will discuss the latest research in RAG tuning and demonstrate how to apply it via AI data development techniques.
Industry, Opinion, Career Advice
AI Resilience: Upskilling in an AI Dominant Environment
At this year’s ODSC East, Leondra Gonzalez gave a compelling talk on navigating a career in data science given recent technological advances in AI.
ODSC East 2024 Keynote: Mozilla’s Abeba Birhane Social and Ethical Implications of Generative AI
Watch this ODSC East 2024 keynote by Mozilla’s Abeba Birhane as she delves into generative AI’s social and ethical implications.
Why London is a Powerhouse in Artificial Intelligence
Here are a few reasons why you should consider learning more about London’s AI scene, including AI companies, research institutions, and startups.
Join us at ODSC Europe to get hands-on with the cutting-edge AI tools and techniques that transform how we work and connect.
Take deep dives into generative AI, LLMs, RAG, prompt engineering, and more with the leading experts in the field to build practical, implementable skills.
Data Science & AI News
ODSC’s AI Weekly Recap: Week of May 17th
This week’s AI Weekly Recap is all about Microsoft’s staff relocation, US/China AI meeting, Elon’s AI skepticism, and more AI news. Sign up here to get this as a newsletter every Friday morning.
IMF Chief Sees AI Impacting Labor Like a “Tsunami”
AI is poised to dramatically impact the global labor market, akin to a “tsunami” according to the International Monetary Fund managing director.
Google Introduces Generative AI Into Search and More
Google has announced that its search engine will be powered by a new custom Gemini model, promising to streamline the search process.
OpenAI Introduces GPT-4o to the World
OpenAI announced the release of GPT-4o, a new GPT model that promises to seamlessly integrate text, audio, image, and video inputs and outputs.
Breaking: OpenAI Disbands Team Focused on Long-Term AI Risk
OpenAI has disbanded its team focused on the long-term risks of artificial intelligence just one year after the group was announced.
AI Godfather Sees Need for Universal Basic Income Due to AI
Professor Geoffrey Hinton, the computer scientist known as the “godfather of artificial intelligence,” has called for the establishment of a universal basic income.
ODSC Highlights
9 Reasons Why Your Boss Wants You at ODSC Europe 2024
Between hands-on training and great networking opportunities, here are a few reasons why your boss wants you at ODSC Europe 2024.
The ODSC Europe 2024 and ODSC West 2024 Call for Speakers
Want to share your research, case studies, and expertise? Learn more here about how you can speak at ODSC Europe or ODSC West this year!
Announcing ODSC West 2024 and the New AI for Robotics Track
We’re happy to announce ODSC West 2024, coming to San Francisco this October 29th-31st! Learn more about what to expect from the event here, including info on our first-ever AI for Robotics track.
New Podcast Episode: HPCC — Open-Source Platform High-Performance Computing on Large-Scale Data with Bob Foreman
Join us for a deep dive into the HPCC project to discover how it simplifies complex data analysis at scale and why it’s an ideal tool for students, startups, or companies exploring or running POC for large-scale data-intensive computing. Spotify | SoundCloud | Apple
Video of the Week: Winning The Room: Creating And Delivering An Effective Data-Driven Presentation
This video offers straightforward strategies and practical tips to enhance your presentation skills, ensuring your data not only informs but also engages and persuades your audience. Learn how to clarify, simplify, and present complex information without sacrificing accuracy, utilizing powerful visuals to make your data storytelling memorable and impactful.
Featured Jobs from Hiring Partners:
- Nuclear & Radiological Threat Detection Data Science Post-Doctoral Fellow
- Assistant Program Director/Lecturer or Sr. Lecturer, Data Analytics and Policy
- Professor of the Practice in Data Science
- Senior Data Scientist
- Senior Program Manager, Cybersecurity Compliance
- Developer Relations Lead — Data Analytics
- Distributed Systems Engineer
Upcoming Webinars and Meetups:
How to Reduce LLM Costs by 98%: Practical, Scalable Solutions
Wed, May 29, 2024 12:00 PM — 1:00 PM EDT
In this webinar, we will cover advanced techniques for leveraging the full power of Large Language Models (LLMs) while adhering to a reasonable budget. We work with many data scientists who have successfully demonstrated the potential of GenAI technology, only to find themselves encountering significant obstacles when it comes to cost and efficiency at production scale.
Time-Series Databases for AI: Enabling Trend Analysis, Anomaly Detection, and Accurate Predictions
Thu, May 30, 2024 12:00 PM — 1:00 PM EDT
This session will consider why it’s essential to look at a time series database when working with ML and AI, how they differ from other databases, and factors such as scalability, data ingestion and storage capabilities, advanced analytics support, and integration capabilities.
Designing AI for Trust — How To Create Value While Setting The Right Guardrails
Tue, Jun 4, 2024 12:00 PM — 1:00 PM EDT
With a focus on business and technical leaders responsible for bringing AI solutions to life, we will draw from best practices in designing and deploying AI solutions across mission-critical sectors such as healthcare, energy, and financial services, where trust is critical.
Secure LLM App Deployments — Strategies and Tactics
Wed, Jun 12, 2024 12:00 PM — 1:00 PM EDT
In this session, you’ll discover how to improve the security of Large Language Models (LLMs). We’ll show you how to use red-teaming techniques from cybersecurity to identify and evaluate vulnerabilities in LLM applications, ensuring its safety and reliability. Additionally, you’ll learn how Giskard’s tools can be integrated into your workflow for automatic vulnerability detection, allowing you to scale your security efforts for Generative AI.
Tue, Jun 18, 2024 12:00 PM — 1:00 PM EDT
Speed and accuracy of processing and reporting are paramount in the financial services industry, yet the sector has been slow to fully embrace emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to significantly enhance these processes. This webinar introduces an innovative approach to overcoming these obstacles.
