Thinking On Paper: Emerging Technologies For CEOs & Founders

What if the biggest challenge in AI isn’t datasets or algorithms, but the lack of talent? In this episode of Thinking on Paper, Mark and Jeremy are back at the busy intersection of artificial intelligence and human potential. Their special guests are Saurabh and Gaurav Vij, co-founders of Neo. The context for the show: In a world where demand for AI solutions is skyrocketing, businesses (and now governments) are facing a critical shortage of skilled machine learning engineers. Yes, the biggest challenge in AI and machine learning today isn't data sets or training data, its a human resources problem. With only 300,000 skilled engineers globally - and only around 600 truly brilliant engineers - demand far outstrips supply. How can businesses meet the soaring demand for AI-powered solutions? With salaries for the best developers as much as €2 million per year, how can the average company keep up? Neo is the worlds first autonomous machine learning engineer. It's designed to bridge this gap by automating tedious processes and enabling engineers to focus on the more important, creative tasks downstream. You'll learn how Neo’s multi-agent system outperforms traditional workflows, why Kaggle grandmasters are the gold standard for AI expertise, and what this means for the future of work. The Vij brothers also share insights from their journeys, including the transformation of GPUs for AI and lessons from working at CERN. And because this is Thinking on Paper, you'll also get the ethical implications of hyper-intelligent systems, how automation might redefine creativity and human ingenuity and what it all means for business, culture and your day-to-day existence. Please enjoy the show. And does a favour and click subscribe. -- Timestamps (00:00) Why Are There So Few Machine Learning Engineers? (01:54) Meet Gaurav Vij and Saurabh Vij (02:57) Lessons Learned from Working at CERN (04:45) How to Explain The Importance Of A.I. to Your Parents (07:24) The World’s First Autonomous Machine Learning Engineer: What AI Problem Does NEO Solve? (08:17) AI Competitions and Kaggle Grandmasters (11:06) How Many A.I./ML Engineers Do We Need? (17:30) Fixing The A.I. Hallucination Problem (18:09) Hot Buttons: 5 AI Questions In 30 Seconds (18:46) Hollywood: Doomed by A.I, or Reborn? (20:26) AI News: Nvidia Digits Explained (21:51) Moore's Law And Could AI Models Be Motivated by Rewards? (25:42) AI And Quantum Computing (29:45) The Thinking on Paper Carry-Over Question (30:16) After Hours: Backstage Extra -- Check out NEO: https://heyneo.so/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGJobHdRS1VGUFNrYkFvQjJTV29vQWp0ZGtZd3xBQ3Jtc0tuZ2FkdnZsb21hSzNTamlJZm9fT18zTTkwMzBQMTAyX01scWhDekQ1VTliR3ozdWltTWNOVnFYbUhPUzZDU2JpWXJFV1JEUjc2ajRjcGhCYlZPS1I0TUJNODVlZmY3Nko5NTg0RlBsaDFKRmVua1BhRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fheyneo.so%2F&v=yTQDjRhF954] Learn more about the show: www.thinkingonpaper.xyz Follow Thinking On Paper On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkingonpaperpodcast/

Have you ever wondered how technology might transform entertainment? Perhaps you have considered the long term. But what about the next three years? In this conversation with Wevr's founders Anthony Batt and Neville Spiteri, Jeremy and Mark learn about immersive digital experiences and AI's potential to reshape how we create, consume and share media. Anthony and Neville are tech veterans - with backgrounds spanning Craigslist's origins, VFX, gaming, and virtual reality. They break down critical questions about human-technology interaction. Emerging technologies are creating unprecedented opportunities for collective experiences, presence, and empathy through immersive design. Companies like Wevr are leading the charge. In three years time VR, and AI will have changed every human interaction. Key questions include: 1. How AI could fundamentally change human perception and interaction. 2. Technical requirements for creating truly immersive digital experiences. 3. The importance of "presence" in virtual environments. 4. Potential transformations in how humans learn, create, and connect Whether you're a technologist, creative professional, or simply curious about future innovations, this discussion offers a compelling glimpse into how emerging technologies might unlock new dimensions of human potential. Please enjoy the show -- TIMESTAMPS (00:24) Craigslist (01:58) VFX Gaming & Unreal Game Engine (06:00) 3 Years In AI (09:32) What Will You Be Doing With AI In 3 Years? (13:47) Wevr: 10 Year In Emerging Technology (14:17) The True Immersive Experience (16:12) Collapsing Virtual Space (18:01) When You Are Not You (20:00) Shared Immersive Experience (20:33) Presence: The Missing Ingredient Of Virtual Worlds (24:27) Swimming With Whales In VR (28:47) If We Live 300 Years, Will You Be Bored? (31:30) The Cinematic Virtual Experience (37:13) Storytelling Machines (40:29) Virtual Brand World Building (45:35) Curiosity (48:02) Can I Be In Reservoir Dogs? (50:11) Harry Potter: VR Modes -- Learn more:www.thinkingonpaper.xyz Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thinkingonpaper/videos

Welcome to the Thinking On Paper Book Club! This week we're reading Chapter 3 of Nexus, by Yuval Noah Harari and asking how stories shape societies and how documents transform them into systems of power and control. If you’ve ever wondered how storytelling, bureaucracy, and information networks influence the world, this discussion is for you. We start with the shift from narratives to lists, exploring how bureaucracies emerged to organize intersubjective realities. I then ask Jeremy to discuss the evolution of human collaboration, from oral traditions to written records, and how documentation has both enabled and limited societal progress. Are we hardwired for storytelling or bureaucracy? Is our dependence on documentation diminishing critical thinking? Topics range from Shakespeare’s timeless works to the complexities of modern AI and misinformation. With references to Alan Watts, Kafka, and even the biology of DNA, this is a rich discussion about the systems we create—and the power they wield over our lives. Are we shaping bureaucracy, or is it shaping us? Please enjoy the show -- Timestamps (00:00) Book Lovers (00:39) William Shakespeare (02:46) Nations Are Intersubjective Realities (04:31) Dreams, Songs And Fantasies (05:53) Writing As The Catalyst For Bureaucracy (07:34) Stories Are Intersubjective Realities (09:39) Computer Says No (11:21) Alan Watts And A Conversation With Myself (14:34) Are Humans Organised? (19:30) Movies About Bureaucracy (21:31) Emergent Systems (24:44) Non Human Information Gets To Jeremy (30:10) Disinformation Debunking -- Read more: www.thinkingonpaper.xyz -- #nexus #yuvalnoahharari #bookclub #ai

DeFi (Decentralized Finance) is revolutionizing the financial world, but what exactly is it? In this episode, Jeremy and Mark dive into the complexities of modern financial systems, comparing traditional banking with the innovative solutions offered by blockchain, Bitcoin, and cryptocurrency. They’re joined by Kurapika, founder of Factor-fi, who breaks down how decentralized tools like liquidity pools, lending protocols, and smart contracts are making advanced financial strategies more accessible. Learn how Bitcoin’s rise, along with the evolution of DeFi, is empowering users to bypass outdated systems and optimize their assets through decentralized solutions. Kurapika explains how Factor-fi bridges the gap between complexity and accessibility, offering permissionless vaults and yield optimization for both financial experts and everyday users. This episode explores trust, innovation, and the future of finance, with a focus on the broader implications of crypto and blockchain technology. Nothing here is financial advice. Only for educational purposes. Please enjoy the show! -- TIMESTAMPS (00:00 Disruptors And Curious Minds (01:11) Bitcoin Serendipity (02:29) The Complexity Of The Financial System (03:23) Kurapika From Factor-Fi (04:10) Is DeFi More Complex? (07:23) The Building Lego Of Decentralized Finance (07:54) Uniswap: Swap, Lend And Borrow (09:01) What Are Liquidity Pools? (14:25) The Risks Of Liquidity Pools (16:52) Stupid Finance Question (20:21) Undercollateralized Loans (23:57) Soulbound Tokens, ZK-Proofs And Truth (26:56) Creativity And Finance (29:36) The Language Of DeFi For Normies (33:12) Rage Against The Machine (36:00) Factor-Fi: More Yield On Your Assets (41:38) Blockchain Financial Security (47:06) AI, Crypto & Finance -- Watch more shows: www.thinkingonpaper.xyz -- #Bitcoin #Crypto #DeFi #Blockchain #Finance #AI #Factor #Cryptocurrency #FutureOfFinance #ThinkingOnPaper

Welcome to the Thinking On Paper Book Club. We're reading Chapter 2 of Yuval Noah Harari's Nexus, and it's all about how stories influence societies, build trust, and create shared realities. You'll learn how storytelling help humans organize, shape religions, nations, and corporations and our collective reality. From Stalin and Jesus to Coca-Cola and Bitcoin, Mark Fielding and Jeremy Gilbertson show you why these are nothing but stories and shared reality. You'll also learn how narratives drive trust among strangers and how you can use it to unify large groups. Guest Mustafa Quadri joins the conversation, adding fresh perspectives on the importance of stories in connecting people. We ask: - Are nations and corporations just shared myths? - Why do certain narratives become universally accepted? - How do stories influence behaviour and decision-making? 📘 Grab your copy of Nexus and share your thoughts in the comments. Please like, subscribe, and share. And enjoy the show. -- TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Disruptors and Curious Minds (01:55) Books And Your Thinking Space (02:25) Dust Jacket Vote (02:51) A Religious Disclaimer (03:34) Mustafa On Why We Need Books (07:53) Can We Get Yuval On The Show? (09:21) Sapiens, Nexus And The Power Of Story (12:00) The Last Supper (13:02) Stories Extend Biological Bonds (16:04) Lawyers, Guns & Money (18:41) Inter-subjective realities (22:13) Plato, The Nobile Lie and The 10 Commandments (28:23) Starting A Nation (34:25) Kung Fu Brotherhood (42:00) Good Stories (45:00) Do You Think Unhappiness Make You Susceptible To Story (50:26) Different Believers -- Watch Chapter 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BhXeNQkbkY&ab_channel=WhereEmergingTechnologiesMeetHumanity -- Learn more at Thinking on Paper [https://www.thinkingonpaper.xyz/]