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Approximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiAmii Rewind: Can AI Predict Survival? With Russ Greiner - Dec. 2024We’re taking a bit of a break this month, so no new episode of Approximately Correct. Instead, we wanted to revisit one of our favourite episodes from the past year. So let’s talk survival prediction with Russ Greiner. How can machine learning revolutionize healthcare? In this episode, Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair Russ Greiner explores how AI is transforming survival prediction, giving doctors and patients personalized health insights that were never before possible. From creating tailored survival curves to improving treatment decisions, Greiner reveals the groundbreaking potential of AI in medicine.
2025-12-1636 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiCan AI Optimize Plants? With Glen Uhrig | Approximately Correct AI PodcastEver wonder what exactly plants get up to all day? It’s much more than just sitting around to soak up the sun. Now, machine learning is helping to unlock the mysteries of how plants change over the course of a day, and the impact it could have on how we grow our food. Biochemist Dr. Glen Uhrig joins hosts Alona Fyshe and Scott Lilwall to talk about how his lab is using machine learning to study how plants grow in different lighting conditions of the course of the day. This could lead to applications with big impacts for...
2025-11-2534 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiWhy Every AI Lab Must Open Its Doors with Joelle Pineau | Approximately Correct PodcastShould powerful foundational AI models be kept under lock and key, or shared openly with the world? In this episode of Approximately Correct, we sit down with Joelle Pineau, a professor at McGill University, former head of AI research at Meta and current chief AI officer at Cohere.. She led the development and release of the early versions of Meta’s Llama models, a series of open-weight models that challenged the closed-door approach of other AI teams. Pineau argues that openness is the fastest path to better, safer AI, and that diversity in...
2025-10-2140 min
Power StruggleCan Canada lead the global AI revolution — or are we about to miss our moment?Forget model tweaks—the real AI race is about power. We sit down with Kris Krug to map how GPUs translate into gigawatts, why data centers are the new factories, and what it would take for British Columbia and Canada to turn clean energy into sovereign intelligence instead of exporting value and importing electrons. From Vancouver’s buzzing AI meetups to Meta’s multi‑gigawatt builds, we connect the dots between policy, infrastructure, and the businesses already adopting AI far beyond chatbots.Kris walks us through his path from creative tech to generative AI, the moment Midjourney reignite...
2025-10-0542 min
Hub PodcastsHow Alberta could lead the AI revolutionArtificial intelligence could fuel Alberta’s next big tech boom. Three leaders in the field—Cam Linke, CEO of Amii; Nicole Janssen, co-founder of AltaML; and Danielle Gifford, managing director of AI with PwC—dig into how AI is transforming everything from energy to healthcare and even space. They share why Edmonton is a world leader in reinforcement learning, and why Alberta's natural advantages could make it a global hub for data centres and AI commercialization. This podcast is generously supported by Don Archibald. The Hub thanks him for his ongoing support. The Hu...
2025-09-1847 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiWhy AI isn’t as scary as you think with Michael Littman | Approximately CorrectOn this episode of Approximately Correct, we talk with Michael Littman about the importance of making AI accessible and fun for everyone. A former division director for the AI division at the National Science Foundation, Michael shares his unique perspective on AI policy, communication, and his career in reinforcement learning. He also discusses his new role as Associate Provost of Artificial Intelligence at Brown University, where he is working to coordinate AI research and teaching across the entire university.
2025-09-1639 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiHow do we ensure AI makes safe choices? with Revan MacQueen | Approximately Correct PodcastThis AI doesn't replace jobs; it collaborates with human experts to get the job done.On this episode of Approximately Correct, we talk with Revan McQueen on the future of industrial control and AI's role in making it safer and better
2025-08-1930 min
The Future Skills PodcastS5 Ep. 03: AI in the Workplace and the Skills that Matter MostIn this episode of the Future Skills Podcast, host Jeremy Strachan explores the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on the Canadian workforce. With insights from experts Noel Baldwin, Stephanie Enders, and Mark Patterson, we hear how Future Skills Centre research is helping us better understand the way AI is reshaping job markets, skills development, and employment strategies. The conversation tackles critical challenges like AI literacy, ethical considerations, and the need for adaptability in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Discover how workers and businesses can leverage AI to enhance human skills, improve productivity, and navigate the future...
2025-07-1628 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiCan AI Be Creative? With Matthew GuzdialIs it possible to make building a video game as easy as writing a story? What if artificial intelligence could be more than just a tool, and instead become a true creative partner?In this episode of Approximately Correct, we dive into computational creativity with Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair, Matthew Guzdial. We explore how AI is being developed to collaborate with artists and designers, breaking down the technical barriers that can stand in the way of a great idea. Learn about the future of human-AI collaboration, the philosophical questions behind AI art, a...
2025-07-1543 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiApproximately Correct Live: How Do We Stop Robots From Running Us Over?How can we teach robots to safely navigate our unpredictable world?On this special live episode of Approximately Correct recorded at Upper Bound 2025, we talk with Mo Chen about combining classical and modern AI to create smarter, safer, and more robust robots.
2025-06-1842 min
Invest Canada 360ML Masterclass: The Pulse on AIRecorded February 26, 2025AEC, in collaboration with the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii), is bringing this ML Masterclass to investors eager to understand how machine learning (ML) is driving business value and reshaping industries. With AI transforming operations and investment strategies, this session will highlight the trends and opportunities shaping the future.Join Cam Linke, CEO of Amii, for a deep dive into how AI is being applied in business today and the innovations fueling the AI boom. Gain exclusive insights into where AI is creating the most value and what investors should watch...
2025-06-1658 min
The BetaKit Podcast ChannelAmii CEO Cam Linke says Canada's AI strategy requires customers"Be a customer of Canadian startups. This is the thing that every company needs. Nobody died from having too many customers." The CEO of the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute, Cam Linke, joins to discuss the next phase of the Pan-Canadian AI Strategy and how Amii stands apart from other national AI institutes, Vector and Mila. Recorded live from the Upper Bound AI conference. The BetaKit Podcast is presented by Motion: the platform helping marketing teams turn ad performance data into creative strategy. Motion makes it easy to analyze what's working across your campaigns, f...
2025-06-0256 min
Edify UnfilteredAre YOU a Technology Optimist?Omar is joined by Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute CEO Cam Linke (Top 40 Under 40 Class of 2011, by the way!) to discuss Edmonton’s evolving place in the artificial intelligence ecosystem, and why Linke calls himself a technology optimist. Find Edify on Facebook, Instagram and X.(02:13) - Machine learning moves fast
(05:31) - Technology optimism
(06:50) - Podcast in a podcast
(12:06) - Amii’s history
(14:47) - Saying no
(19:14) - Artificial intelligence is still evolving
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2025-05-1423 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiHockey, AI, & the future of sports analysis with David RadkeIs AI this year's MVP? How is machine learning changing sports?On this episode of Approximately Correct, we talk with Chicago Blackhawks' David Radke about how machine learning is transforming the analysis of sports like hockey.
2025-05-1440 min
This MorningDon't praise the machine1:45 - Stacey & Morley open the show.
8:12 - What's up in Ent. news? - w/Jodie Davis, an executive producer, with over 20 years of experience in the TV & digital world
17:52 - TEAM CHAT & CLIPS: The work starts NOW - Day 1 of Training Camp! #GoElks
23:40 - Edmonton's annual AI conference, Upper Bound, starts next week (May 20-23) - How can you get involved? - Steph Enders, chief delivery officer at Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii)
34:26 - TEAM CHAT & CLIPS: 'SNL' Weekend Update pokes fun at new Pope
37:22 - Oilers Extra...
2025-05-121h 25
Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas - the Rainforest podcastHarnessing Nature's Blueprint: Transformative Technologies in AlbertaLearn how this small-town farmer's son is leveraging Alberta's rich natural resources and energy sector expertise to pioneer green solutions in packaging, textiles, and environmental applications. The episode explores how Plantae Technologies collaborates with universities and research institutions to scale their innovative ideas, while highlighting the critical intersection of agriculture, sustainability, and economic opportunity.
Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta.
Host: Al Del Degan is a software d...
2025-04-1532 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiThe Power of AI in Medical Imaging with Jacob L JaremkoCould AI-powered ultrasounds save lives in remote areas? On this episode of Approximately Correct we talk with Dr. Jacob Jaremko about AI's revolutionary impact on medical imaging, particularly ultrasound technology, and its potential to transform healthcare.
2025-04-1539 min
Investor.NewsVisionstate's John Putter on Mopping Up the Facility Management Sector with AIVisionstate Corp. (TSXV: VIS) is revolutionizing facility management through AI and IoT solutions to transform how businesses monitor and optimize their cleaning and maintenance practices. In an InvestorNews.com interview with host Tracy Hughes, CEO John Putters discussed the company's collaboration with the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) to develop an advanced AI model aimed at "disrupting facility management, particularly in scheduling and route optimization." Highlighting the complexity and labor intensity in the facility management sector, Putters emphasized that their AI solution integrates numerous data sets to efficiently compile, optimize, and deliver substantial returns on investment upon its anticipated...
2025-03-3107 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiHow A.M. Turing Award Winner Rich Sutton Changed AI | Approximately Correct PodcastIn the latest episode of Approximately Correct, we’re taking the time to celebrate with Amii Fellow, Chief Scientific Advisor, and Canada CIFAR AI Chair Rich Sutton, newly-minted winner of the A.M. Turing Award, a prize that is often referred to as the “Nobel Prize of Computer Science.”
2025-03-2132 min
The 311 PodcastS2 E5 - From AI Venture Studio to GovLab with Nicole JanssenNicole Janssen on Bridging AI Innovation and Government SolutionsNicole is co-CEO of one of Canada's AI powerhouse organizations, AltaML. She's a national business leader and one of our experts in AI. Her firm is also behind the Alberta government's innovative AI research lab, operating as an R&D hub for the big, complex problems that the government hopes AI can help address. If you're not from Canada, and maybe even if you are, you may not know that Canada is an AI pioneer. Some of the earliest technology that is powering this n...
2025-03-2037 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiThe Future of LLMs: Smaller, Faster, SmarterDiscover the secret to training AI with less data! On this episode of Approximately Correct, we talk with Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair Lili Mou about the challenges of training large language models and how his research on Flora addresses memory footprint concerns.
2025-02-1829 min
Ribbit RibbitAI on the Air: Feb 10's Fresh Picks from ArXivToday's AI scoop: 353 new papers on ArXiv with 87 key highlights. For more details, visithttps://ribbitribbit.co/podcast00:28 -arxiv:2502.04896 The University of Hong Kong, Bytedance Inc00:48 -arxiv:2502.04403 Google DeepMind, Amii, University of Alberta01:09 -arxiv:2502.04981 Peking University, Chongqing Changan Automobile Co. Ltd, University of California Merced01:36 -arxiv:2502.05087 Tune Insight SA, EPFL, Yale University01:57 -arxiv:2502.04901 University of California Berkeley, Google DeepMind, University of Wisconsin–Madison02:19 -arxiv:2502.04397 Harvard University, Sanofi02:49 -arxiv:2502.04510 University of Washington, Google Cloud AI Research, Google03:13 -arxiv:2502.04382 UC Berkeley, Cornell University, Cornell Tech...
2025-02-1134 min
Good Game EdmontonAI and Games (ft. James Dang)This episode features James Dang, Project Manager at the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii), to talk about the intersection of AI and games. James shares insights into his work helping companies integrate AI/ML solutions, the evolving role of AI in game development, and Upper Bound, Amii’s “not your average AI conference”. We also nerd out over which single player, story-driven games we enjoy playing. Oh, and we battle it out in Mario Party! 🎲🎉 Recorded at Kiwi Productions StudioListen to more episodes atgoodgameyeg.caImportant Linksglobalgamejam.org/group/1158...
2025-02-101h 16Approximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiAre Prosthetics About to Get a WHOLE LOT Smarter? with Patrick M. PilarskiAI-powered prosthetics are changing lives, but it takes more than just technology. In this episode, Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair is here to talk about the work going on in his lab designing AI controls for bionic limbs and explains the unique partnership between researchers and users that's creating AI learning that is made with humans in mind.
Approximately Correct: An AI Podcast from Amii is hosted by Alona Fyshe and Scott Lilwall. It is produced by Lynda Vang, with video production by Chris Onciul.
2025-01-2145 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiCan AI Predict Survival? With Russ GreinerHow can machine learning revolutionize healthcare? In this episode, Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair Russ Greiner explores how AI is transforming survival prediction, giving doctors and patients personalized health insights that were never before possible. From creating tailored survival curves to improving treatment decisions, Greiner reveals the groundbreaking potential of AI in medicine.
2024-12-1035 min
Artificial Breakdown2. AI Literacy + Ethics | Stephanie EndersToday Carrie and Pete talk to Stephanie Enders, Chief Delivery officer at Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute). Listen in as they chat about AI literacy, why ethics matter and what the heck is up with Alberta’s AI adoption rates.Links: Upper Bound 2025: https://www.upperbound.ai/ Stephanie’s Upper Bound 2024 Talk: https://youtu.be/AtkskoAvyw0?si=DvoDf0O2Fo9kiAys Amii: https://www.amii.ca Music: Music from Uppbeat:Title: Make It HappenArtist: All Good FolksLicense code: 6BVFZAHAWVMGPFREhttp...
2024-11-2646 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiRich Sutton’s new path for AIIn this episode, reinforcement learning legend Rich Sutton argues the focus on non-continual learning over the past 40 years is now holding AI back. Listen to one of the leading minds in machine learning explain what needs to change.
Approximately Correct: An AI Podcast from Amii is hosted by Alona Fyshe and Scott Lilwall, produced by Lynda Vang, with video production by Chris Onciul
2024-10-2937 min
Deep Learning DialoguesEmpowering Minds: The Critical Role of AI Literacy in SchoolsIn this episode of Deep Learning Dialogues, we dive into the world of AI literacy in education with Jillian Kowalchuk, Manager of AI Literacy at the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (https://www.amii.ca/). Kowalchuk shares her insights on the importance of understanding and effectively utilizing AI in educational settings, discussing both the opportunities and challenges it presents. She explores common misconceptions about AI in education and offers strategies for integrating AI literacy into classrooms. Kowalchuk also emphasizes the need to balance technological advancements with maintaining the crucial human elements in teaching and learning.Where to...
2024-10-1038 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiGame Changer: Revolutionizing Video Game AI with Artificial Agency’s Andrew Butcher | Approximately Correct PodcastArtificial intelligence has been a part of video games for decades. But new advances in machine learning and generative AI could radically change how we make — and play — games. In this episode, Andrew Butcher, co-founder of Artificial Agency, talks about how the company is creating technology to make games more playful, intelligent, and fun. Tune in to discover how AI is changing game development and what that means for developers and players alike.
2024-09-2737 min
Carnegie Council PodcastsAI for Information Accessibility: From the Grassroots to Policy ActionAhead of the AI for Information Accessibility Conference 2024 and the roll-out of the Caribbean AI Policy Roadmap, Carnegie Council and the UNESCO Information for All Programme Working Group on Information Accessibility hosted a panel of diverse speakers on AI ethics and policymaking in the digital age. From Jamaica to Canada to Ukraine and beyond, how can citizens, civic institutions, and industry professionals work together to make sure that emerging technologies are accessible for everyone? What are common roadblocks that policymakers have to work through? And what are the principles that we all should keep in mind when...
2024-09-1658 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiWhat it's like to publish in Nature with Shibhansh Dohare & Fernando Hernandez-GarciaA team of Amii researchers recently published a paper in the prestigious scientific journal Nature investigating a mysterious problem in deep learning that can hinder long-term continual learning. In this Sidebar episode, we talk to two of the co-authors about the problem of Loss of Plasticity, what their findings mean for advanced AI, and the journey from idea to Nature.
Read more about Loss of Plasticity: https://www.amii.ca/latest-from-amii/amii-researchers-investigate-ai-mystery-new-nature-paper-loss-plasticity/
2024-09-1012 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiAI-Powered Water Systems with Martha WhiteReinforcement learning is being used to make water treatment more efficient. On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair Martha White to talk about co-founding RL Core Technologies, which is exploring how RL can be used in to increase efficiency in water treatment plants and other industrial control systems. Find out more about how AI is being used in the real world and its potential large-scale impact.
2024-08-2739 min
Coffee with ClosersHow AI Could Empower Any BusinessIn this episode of Coffee with Closers, Adam Danyleyko, the Product Owner of Startups at AIME (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute). Adam shares insights into founder stories and observations, as well as the importance of identifying unsolved problems and innovative ideas.
Discover the secrets of AI success through his leading to innovative AI projects at Amii. Learn How AI Could Empower Any Business and startups.
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2024-07-2431 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiHumans Make AI Better with Matt TaylorHow do we get the best results when AI and human beings work together? In this episode of Approximately Correct, we’re looking into Human-In-The-Loop (HITL) AI with Matt Taylor.
The Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair talks about the importance of human input in AI decision making, the need to recognize the strengths and weaknesses of both natural and artificial intelligence, and how he thinks HITL will be vital if people are to trust AI in their lives.
Production Credits: Lynda Vang, - Producer, Chris Onciul - Video Production,
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2024-07-2331 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from Amii| Sidebar | The Massive Impact of Medical AI with Ross MitchellMedicine is built on data. Clinical studies, patient charts, test results, X-rays - data helps diagnose us when we’re unhealthy and understand how to treat us. Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair Ross Mitchell explores how machine learning can use this data, pulling out insights to help medical professionals work better and provide better patient outcomes.
In this Sidebar episode, we present a conversation between Mitchell and machine learning scientist Jubair Sheik about AI's massive potential in medicine and the increasing accuracy of medical AI models.
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2024-07-0915 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiReinforcement Learning at 65,000 Feet with Marlos C. Machado | Approximately Correct PodcastThis week’s episode of Approximately Correct looks at how the work of Marlos C. Machado is taking reinforcement learning to new heights.
Marlos sits down with hosts Alona Fyshe and Scott Lilwall to share the insights from his work using AI to control balloons in Earth's stratosphere, and what it teaches us about how reinforcement learning works in the real world.
Production Credits: Lynda Vang - Producer, Chris Onciul - Video Production
Music Credits: Main Theme - Brooklyn Bridge by Lunareh
2024-06-2540 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from Amii| Sidebar | When Ancient Philosophy meets Modern AI with Geoffrey RockwellDialogues have been a way of exploring complex philosophical and moral questions since the time of Plato. And now, they might offer new ways of exploring intelligence in the age of powerful large language models.
Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair Geoffrey Rockwell joins hosts Alona Fyshe and Scott Lilwall to talk about where philosophy and artificial intelligence intersect, and how learning more about non-human intelligence can teach us more about ourselves.
Production Credits: Lynda Vang - Producer, Chris Onciul - Video Production, Music Credits: Main Theme - Brooklyn Bridge by Lunareh
2024-06-1214 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiThe Deal with Disinformation with James Wright - Episode 5With generative AI becoming more and more powerful, seeing is no longer believing. Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair James Wright joins hosts Alona Fyshe and Scott Lilwall to tell the truth about telling lies. Wright talks about his work on disinformation, how artificial intelligence is affecting how we view information online, and why it’s much more complicated than just a technical question. He also shares his experience in behavioural economics and how studying humans leads to advancing AI.
Production Credits: Lynda Vang, Chris Onciul - Video Production, Jen Tomski - Social Media
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2024-05-2835 minInvestor.NewsVisionstate’s John Putter on improving service delivery in the global market through AIMay 23, 2024 — In this InvestorNews interview, host Pat Bolland speaks with John Putters, CEO of Visionstate Corp. (TSXV: VIS), a company specializing in the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, analytics, and sustainability. Visionstate’s flagship product, WANDA, initially focused on restrooms in malls to provide defensible data for slip and fall injuries, but has significantly expanded its scope since the onset of COVID-19. As Putters explained, “COVID changed everything, obviously, because it really put a focus on the entire facility and the need to have a digitalized process in place.” Now, WANDA is used to manage cleaning and maintenance activiti...
2024-05-2311 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from Amii| Sidebar | Shaping the Future of AI at Upper BoundAt the end of May, thousands of AI researchers, enthusiasts and industry leaders will meet in Edmonton for Amii’s annual Upper Bound conference. It’s an event built on collaboration and sharing the latest in artificial intelligence. In this episode, Scott talks to Amii CEO Cam Linke and Amii’s Director of Academic Relations Rosa Ellithorpe about why openness is an important part of the field and how AI is pushing exciting advancements in many parts of society.
Upper Bound 2024 is on May 21-24, 2024. You can learn more about how to be a part o...
2024-05-1406 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiAccelerating AGI with John Carmack - Episode 4In this episode, we’ve got a chat with legendary engineer, innovator and video game developer John Carmack Carmack sat down for a fireside chat with Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair Micheal Bowling to discuss the future of artificial general intelligence, the importance of an open-source philosophy while working on ground-breaking ideas, and a look back at how Carmack’s work on Wolfenstein and Doom changed videogames forever.
Carmack was at Amii HQ to announce his latest partnership with Amii Scientific Advisor Rich Sutton to advance artificial general intelligence.
Production Credits: Lynda Vang, Chris...
2024-05-0236 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from Amii| Sidebar | Upper Bound: Finbarr Timbers on How ChatGPT came to beWe’re gearing up for Amii’s world-class Upper Bound AI conference at the end of May, and we wanted to share one of last year’s most popular sessions. Enjoy this taste of AI researcher Finbarr Timbers’ fantastic talk on the origins of ChatGPT, how it has evolved and the huge impact when it was released at the end of 2022.
You can see Finbarr’s full presentation here. He’ll be back again for another riveting session at Upper Bound 2024 (May 21-24), and we've got an entire track dedicated to Generative AI this year!.
2024-04-0912 min
Mission Matters Innovation with Adam TorresHow AI Can Optimize Processes and Enhance Customer Experiences in your Business“AI for Good and For All” is one of Amii’s mission statements. In this episode, Adam Torres and Adam Danyleyko, Product Owner - Startups at Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute), explore Amii along with its upcoming Upper Bound conference which is the largest AI conference in Canada. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.Apply to be a guest on our podcast:https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/Visit our website:h...
2024-03-2723 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiHow ChatGPT Ruined Alona’s Christmas - Episode 3Back in late 2022, Alona Fyshe was working on a TED Talk about how we evaluate the performance of Large Language Models. Little did she know, there was something big on the horizon.
In this episode, Alona tells co-host Scott Lilwall about how the release of ChatGPT shook the field of Natural Language Processing (and made her rethink her entire talk.)It’s a story about how we test machine learning models and a tremendous shift in the public’s expectations of what AI can do.
You can see the final version of Alona’s talk here...
2024-03-2630 min
Sweet but Fearless PodcastAvoid Being Pigeonholed in Your Career with Mara Cairo, Product Owner of Advanced Technology at Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (AMII) In this episode, Mary Sullivan, a co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Mara Cairo, Product Owner of Advanced Technology at Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (AMII), as she shares her insights on her career journey in the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and how to be strategic when looking towards your next step in your career. Knowing how easy it is to become pigeonholed as an expert in one area at work, Mara believes that expanding your skills set throughout your career will open up career opportunities and help you broaden your experiences. Asking lots of questions is Mara's...
2024-03-1827 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from Amii| Sidebar 2 | - Xingyu Li on building robust AI for medical dataIn this Sidebar episode, we hear from Amii Fellow Xingyu Li about her work in using AI to highlight vital information in medical data.
Xingyu shares insights into her work on visual anomaly detection and navigating the complexities of AI in healthcare while safeguarding patient privacy. She talks with Adam White, Amii’s Director of Scientific Operations about how to do more with scarce data, and the future of AI-driven medicine.
2024-03-1210 minLeaders, Innovators and Big Ideas - the Rainforest podcastThe Journey of GroupLabs in AI EntrepreneurshipIn this episode, Eugene and Noel from GroupLabs discuss their journey into tech entrepreneurship, focusing on AI and ML consultancy services and their product Bridge for streamlined data discovery. Real-life examples demonstrate the efficiency of their solutions, especially in healthcare. They share insights on AI innovation in Calgary, working with startups, and the importance of taking action in entrepreneurship
Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta.
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2024-03-1220 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiAI Will Change the Way We Learn | AI & Education - Episode 2Artificial intelligence is already proving to be a powerful tool for the classroom. But it can be much more than that. Hosts Alona Fyshe and Scott Lilwall explore the ways that AI might change the way that we teach — and change the way that we think.
They’re joined by K-12 Education Advisor Jill Kowalchuk and Director of Scientific Operations Adam White to discuss AI literacy in the classroom. What do high school and postsecondary students need to learn about AI to be prepared for the future, and how can it become a collaborator in the classroom?
2024-02-2737 min
Table Rush Talk Show!692 - AI for Social Good: Unveiling the Impact with Mara CairoIn this insightful conversation, Mischa and Mara Cairo, Product Owner of Advanced Technology at Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute), delve into the transformative power of AI in driving social change and industry innovation. They discuss Amii's strategic initiatives in AI, the importance of public education on AI's potential, and how generative AI is influencing the technological landscape. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of AI, social impact, and the future of technology.Show Notes:Introduction to Mara Cairo and her role at Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute).Discussion on AI's role...
2024-02-211h 01
Curious Minds#20 Unveiling Unexpected Realities of Startup Founding with Cam LinkeIn this episode, we sit down with Cam Linke, a dynamic software entrepreneur and product manager who has been a driving force in Edmonton's tech and startup community. Join us as we delve into his journey, from founding DemoCamp Edmonton to his current role as the CEO at Amii, a leading research institute in artificial intelligence and machine learning. We'll explore his experiences in connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and creative minds, and how he has contributed to the growth of the emerging tech economy in Alberta. Get ready for an inspiring and insightful conversation with a visionary leader at the...
2024-02-1632 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from Amii| Sidebar 1 | Bailey Kacsmar explains the Privacy ParadoxIn this Sidebar episode, we explore what draws AI researchers to the work that they do. Amii Fellow Bailey Kacsmar talks with Amii's Director of Scientific Operations Adam White about her research into human-centred privacy, why it’s more important than ever to think about how we protect data in AI and what the paradox privacy is.
Production Credits: Lynda Vang - Producer, Chris Onciul - Video Production, Jen Tomski - Social Media
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2024-02-0610 min
How AI HappensAlberta Machine Intelligence Institute Product Owner Mara CairoKey Points From This Episode:Amii’s machine learning project management tool: MLPL.Amii’s ultimate goal of building capacity and how it differs from an agency model. Asking the right questions to ascertain the appropriate use for AI. Instances where AI is not a relevant solution. Common challenges people face when adopting AI strategies. Mara’s perspective on the education necessary to excel in a career in machine learning.Quotes:“Amii is all about capacity building, so we’re not a traditional agent in that sense. We are trying to educate and inform industry on how to do t...
2024-01-2424 minApproximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiThe Untold Story Behind the Atari Benchmark | Mike Bowling - Episode 1It started as an idea on a beach in Barbados, and now it’s one of the ways that researchers around the world evaluate AI. On this week’s episode, Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair Mike Bowling tells us the story behind the Atari benchmark and how video games from the 1980s can be used to test leading-edge AI. It’s a story of how a simple scientific curiosity can turn into something with a big impact.
Production Credits: Lynda Vang - Producer, Chris Onciul - Video Production, Jen Tomski - Social Media
2024-01-231h 01
Approximately Correct: An AI Podcast from AmiiTeaser - Introducing Approximately CorrectWelcome to Approximately Correct! This brand-new podcast from Amii explores everything artificial intelligence: what’s happening now, and how it will change our future. We’re getting ready to release our first episodes featuring conversations with leaders in the field of AI.
But until then, here’s a sneak peek from hosts Alone Fyshe and Scott Lilwall, where they share why you need to know more about AI, what you can expect to hear — and what the name Approximately Correct means.
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2024-01-1201 min
Business BrosNavigating the AI Frontier for Startups and Businesses with Adam Danyleyko1283 Today, we have a special guest, the Product Owner - Startups at the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii). He's here to shed light on the exciting world of artificial intelligence and its profound impact on startups and businesses. In this episode, we'll explore how Amii, as a leading AI research institute, is bridging the gap between AI research and practical application. Our guest will share insights on navigating the AI landscape, building internal AI capabilities, and fostering innovation in the business world. Lets welcome to the show Adam Danyleyko.
Website: http://www.amii.ca/
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2023-12-2727 min
21st Century EntrepreneurshipAdam Danyleyko: AI Insights for Startup GrowthAdam Danyleyko is a dynamic force in the AI and startup communities, and our conversation explored his journey from HR to AI, highlighting the transformative role of artificial intelligence in today's startup ecosystem. With a rich background in government, community program management at Startup Edmonton, and now as the Product Owner of Startups at Amii, Danyleyko's insights span a wide spectrum of entrepreneurial challenges and opportunities.We delved into key advice for founders, where Danyleyko emphasizes the importance of identifying core problems before selecting tools. His analogy, "if you were a carpenter and you had a brand...
2023-12-1316 min
In The Business Of SomethingIn The Business Of: AI & CommunicationsOn this episode of In The Business of Something, our guest is Lynda Vang, Communications Specialist at Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute). We sit down with Lynda, and ACE Communications Chair Kian Javier, to learn all about the world of communications and storyelling at Western Canada's only AI Institute. And no, ChatGPT did not write this episode description - this is 100% human-certified content. Lynda talks about the importance of storytelling in helping people along the journey of AI literacy to learn how the technology fits within their lives - including researchers, businesses, and e...
2023-12-0629 minLeaders, Innovators and Big Ideas - the Rainforest podcastPaighnton Wild Hosts Gurmol Sohi (Life Long Learner) on the LIBI PodcastKey Takeaways: 👨🎓
Many people think that hackathons require cybersecurity knowledge but they don't, they are focused on problem solving like making public transit more accessible in downtown
There is beauty in the way that feedback is structured, in the school system we don't get a lot of experience on the iterative process and developing an MVP or using an Agile approach
Hacking gives you a chance to develop an idea before you try to build it, it is important to look back retrospectively, what worked and didn't work,
Always give feedback that is actionable so there is better user exp...
2023-11-2854 min
Chelsea on CHEDU of A to offer first-in-Canada A.I. education to all undergrad studentsCam Linke, CEO, Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii)
2023-09-1307 min
Tech Talks DailyAI for Good: Empowering Industries with Mara Cairo from AMIIIn this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I am thrilled to have Mara Cairo, the Product Owner of Advanced Technology at Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (AMII), as our guest. Mara is a trailblazer in the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, with a passion for leveraging AI for the greater good. With a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and esteemed designations as a P.Eng. and PMP, Mara brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Prior to joining AMII, she made significant contributions in the hardware development space, helping clients bring their products...
2023-07-2828 min
Bloom: The podcast about innovation in EdmontonHighlights from a trip to Upper BoundTaproot reporters Shayne Giles and Ashley Lavallee-Koenig join Karen Unland to recap what they heard at Upper Bound, Edmonton's annual AI week, and share their thoughts on how artificial intelligence is changing their world.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii)Upper Bound ran from May 23 to 26, 2023What we saw and heard at Upper BoundDuckietownUniversity of Alberta instructor Matt Taylor's talk on DuckietownPanel on cellular agricultureNew HarvestNew Harvest and Amii to explore AI's uses in lab-grown foodRouteiqueSession on how Routeique uses machine learningAlberta AI pioneer plans new research institute in...
2023-06-2031 min
Speaking MunicipallyPaul Blart: Legislature CopThe provincial government solves downtown safety — all it took was 12 rent-a-cops! Plus, the AI landscape in Edmonton does not look quite so grim.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Kenney and HinshawFormer Alberta premier Jason Kenney lands new gig at Calgary law firmDr. Deena Hinshaw, ousted from Alberta, moves to job with B.C. public health leadersGrammys gift bagsSkincare line founded in Edmonton to be included in Grammy gift bagsMindbenderWest Edmonton Mall closes Mindbender indoor roller-coasterSafe crossingsPSA: New safe cr...
2023-02-0332 minBloom: The podcast about innovation in EdmontonAmii aims to bridge research and industryHere are the relevant links for this episode:Steph EndersAlberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii)Amii's five-year collaboration with TELUSISL Adapt uses ML to make water treatment cleaner and greenerTELUS started in EdmontonBlindman Brewing: Sustainable AI-powered Craft BeerMedia Release: Attabotics Partners with AltaML and Amii to Bolster Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Capabilities for Supply ChainsMicrosoft and Amii bring AI expertise to Albertans in underrepresented communities and workers impacted by COVID-19Roche Canada Launches National Artificial Intelligence Centre of ExcellenceUsing AI in aviation training could help ease pilot shortageNew Harvest and Amii to explore AI's uses in lab-grown foodStarting...
2023-01-2643 minBloom: The podcast about innovation in EdmontonShawn Kanungo goes boldly into the book businessHere are the relevant links for this episode:Shawn KanungoThe Bold Ones: Innovate and Disrupt to Become Truly IndispensableThe Bold Ones trailerShawn Kanungo on TikTokShawn Kanungo on LinkedInStrategist slows down to make a splash with The Bold OnesDo what Shawn says: Subscribe to Taproot Edmonton (He was fond of our election coverage)Books we mentionedRide of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company by Bob IgerShoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike by Phil KnightLet My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman by Yvon...
2022-12-1548 minBloom: The podcast about innovation in EdmontonAltaML leader says ethical AI is good businessHere are the relevant links for this episode:Nicole JanssenAltaMLShe's on the board of Mitacs, which connects the private sector to post-secondary institutions to solve organizational challengesAltaML placed 18th on Canada's Top Growing Companies list from the Report on BusinessAltaML ranks 71st on Deloitte Technology Fast 500Ethics In Operation: The Business Case For Responsible AITalent AcceleratorsTech leaders seek easing of rules around 'software engineer' designationMore on ethical AIKatrina IngramEthically Aligned AIMicro-credential in AI ethics from Athabasca University's PowerEDAlberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii)Upper Bound, formerly AI Week, returns May 23-26, 2023Katrina is giving the...
2022-11-2448 min
Bloom: The podcast about innovation in EdmontonLooking ahead to Launch Party and TechAidHere are the relevant links for this episode:Edmonton Startup WeekAccelerator grads and pitch veterans among Launch Party startupsTaproot was one of the startups at Launch Party 7Companies at Launch Party 13The Public Food Hub, which we featured in Episode 12Oonnie Food Technologies, which Taproot wrote about in JuneOrdr, which we featured in Episode 27Cash2CryptoDeepBlue GreensKidney-Chek by sn biomedicalBladeflexAIRMarketLiquid Software CorporationVarme EnergyThe startups that were part of the virtual Launch Party 11 and Launch Party 12 will be feted at Launch Party 13 on Oct. 20.TechAid previewTechAidAmiiCam LinkeDonate to the United Way of the Alberta Capital Region's...
2022-10-1334 minBloom: The podcast about innovation in EdmontonFlying Fish throws a line into Edmonton's watersHere are the relevant links for this episode:Tiffany Linke-BoykoFlying Fish PartnersFlying Fish Partners appoints Tiffany Linke-Boyko as principal for Canada, secures $7.5 Million from AECInventures 2022 was one of the places Tiffany was out making connections — we talked about Inventures in Episode 17Linke-Boyko's brother, Cam Linke, is CEO of the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii)She ran Startup Edmonton and was president of We Know TrainingThe51 recently launched an Edmonton chapterLinke-Boyko will be at Startup TNT's Investment Summit V on June 23Connect with her on LinkedInLinke-Boyko invited Taproot to Launch Party 7, which was our coming-out party as a startup in...
2022-06-2331 minBloom: The podcast about innovation in EdmontonApplying AI to craft beerHere are the relevant links for this episode:Kirk ZembalBlindman BrewingDavid ChanAlberta Machine Intelligence InstituteBlindman Brewing: Sustainable AI-powered Craft BeerAmii and Blindman Brewing collaborate to bring AI to beerAI WeekStartup TNT Investment Summit VTop 20 Pitch NightCorrect-AIFairly StaffingJess BlackJustCookRocketFire LabsWhat's the Deal?Zero Point CryogenicsYEG Startup Community AwardsEZ OpsPAYLOAD TechnologiesDrift Technological SolutionsAccelerate EdmontonAlberta CatalyzerAlberta Blue CrossBloom is brought to you by Innovate Edmonton. It is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in...
2022-05-1228 minBloom: The podcast about innovation in EdmontonBringing products to life, investing in social issues, and Uniting the PrairiesHere are the relevant links for this episode:Ventrify rides high on client's crowdfunding successEZ Treat KickstarterScaleGood FundTELUS Community Safety and Wellness AcceleratorNew CAD$10 million Edmonton-based ScaleGood Fund powered by TELUS announced with first investment in Areto LabsAreto LabsParityYEGUniting the PrairiesBirdie BreakEnvironmental Material ScienceRuthWyvernEZ OpsThe Public Food Hub Co.BeamdogAspyr MediaStartup TNT Investment SummitAlberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) Kickstart ProgramAlberta Innovates Revenue AcceleratorDigital Alberta is looking for its first full-time executive directorBloom is brought to you by Innovate Edmonton. It is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics...
2022-04-2822 min
Alberta ImpactArtificial Intelligence and Machine LearningAmii is one of the leading organizations in Artificial intelligence and machine learning. They have been assisting employers and businesses of all sizes in the disruptive field of Ai and Ml adoption. Learn how AI is changing the world of business.
2022-03-0320 min
TalkRL: The Reinforcement Learning PodcastMarlos C. MachadoDr. Marlos C. Machado is a research scientist at DeepMind and an adjunct professor at the University of Alberta. He holds a PhD from the University of Alberta and a MSc and BSc from UFMG, in Brazil. Featured References Revisiting the Arcade Learning Environment: Evaluation Protocols and Open Problems for General Agents Marlos C. Machado, Marc G. Bellemare, Erik Talvitie, Joel Veness, Matthew J. Hausknecht, Michael Bowling Contrastive Behavioral Similarity Embeddings for Generalization in Reinforcement Learning [ video ] Rishabh Agarwal, Marlos C. Machado, Pablo Samuel Castro, Marc G. Bellemare Effici...
2021-04-121h 31
Collisions YYCCurrent & Critical - Cam Linke, Machine Learning Leadership - Alive and well in AlbertaOver the past few years, AI and machine learning have been on the rise, transforming the ways different industries operate like never before. But for Alberta, they are by no means new. We started investing in these technologies nearly 20 years ago before anyone else in the world gave it a thought. As CEO of The Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (AMII), Cam Linke is leading the innovators and shakers that are pushing boundaries and making good on our investment for a better future. Join me as Cam takes us behind the scenes at AMII and how they're transforming Alberta into...
2021-01-2655 min
Shift by Alberta InnovatesShift talks with Cam Linke about the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute and how they're helping Alberta businessesSend us a textHappy new year!As one of Canada’s three centres of AI excellence, as part of the Pan-Canadian AI Strategy, the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute in Edmonton, Alberta boasts some serious powerhouses of the artificial intelligence and machine learning world. People like Richard Sutton, who's widely regarded as the father of reinforcement learning, a branch of machine learning that focuses on how AI should take actions to achieve an end goal. Michael Bowling, who's work with DeepStack (the first AI to beat human professionals at heads-up no-limit Texas hold’em...
2021-01-1348 min
Taproot Edmonton Tech RoundupAugust 11: Amii awarded $5 million to help Alberta businesses reduce emissionsSee the August 11 edition of the Tech Roundup, sponsored by Innovate Edmonton, for links and more information on all of the news items mentioned in this episode.
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2020-08-1105 min
EmbeddedSelf-Driving Arm Crossing machine intelligence, robotics, and medicine, Patrick Pilarski (@patrickpilarski) is working on smart prosthetic limbs. Build your own learning robot references: Weka Data Mining Software in Java for getting to know your data, OpenIA Gym for understanding reinforcement learning algorithms, Robotis Servos for the robot (AX is the lower priced line), and five lines of code: Patrick even made us a file (with comments and everything!). Once done, you can enter the Cybathlon. (Or check out a look at Cybathlon 2016 coverage.) Machine Man by Max Barry Snow Country by B...
2019-05-031h 12
Embedded187: Self-Driving Arm Crossing machine intelligence, robotics, and medicine, Patrick Pilarski (@patrickpilarski) is working on smart prosthetic limbs. Build your own learning robot references: Weka Data Mining Software in Java for getting to know your data, OpenIA Gym for understanding reinforcement learning algorithms, Robotis Servos for the robot (AX is the lower priced line), and five lines of code: pred = numpy.dot(xt,w) delta = r + gamma*numpy.dot(xtp1,w) - pred e = gamma*lamda*e + xt w = w + alpha*delta*e xt = xtp1 Patrick even made us a file (with comments and everythi...
2017-02-151h 12
The a16z Showa16z Podcast: Machine Intelligence, from University to IndustryFrom the significance of Google DeepMind's AlphaGo wins to recent advances in "expert-level artificial intelligence" in playing an imperfect/ asymmetric information game like poker, toys and games have played and continue to play a critical role in advancing machine intelligence.
One of the pioneers in this area among others is the Alberta Innovates Centre for Machine Learning -- now the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (amii) -- which in 2007 solved the long-standing challenge of checkers, and in 2015 produced the first AI agent capable of playing "an essentially perfect game" of heads-up limit hold’em poker. But what does th...
2017-01-1127 min