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The Conversation, on understanding neural networks

AI will soon become impossible for humans to comprehend – the story of neural networks tells us why Shutterstock/Valentyn640 David Beer, University of York In 1956, during a year-long trip to London and in his early 20s, the mathematician and theoretical biologist Jack D. Cowan visited Wilfred Taylor and his strange new “learning machine”. On his arrival he was baffled by the “huge bank of apparatus” that confronted him. Cowan could only stand by and watch “the machine doing its thing”.

The Conversation, on ChatGPT

ChatGPT struggles with Wordle puzzles, which says a lot about how it works shutterstock. Shutterstock / DVKi Michael G. Madden, University of Galway The AI chatbot known as ChatGPT, developed by the company OpenAI, has caught the public’s attention and imagination. Some applications of the technology are truly impressive, such as its ability to summarise complex topics or to engage in long conversations. It’s no surprise that other AI companies have been rushing to release their own large language models (LLMs)

The Conversation, on how AI could make more work for us

AI could make more work for us, instead of simplifying our lives Demands associated with automation can create more work for humans. Shutterstock / metamorworks Barbara Ribeiro, University of Manchester There’s a common perception that artificial intelligence (AI) will help streamline our work. There are even fears that it could wipe out the need for some jobs altogether. But in a study of science laboratories I carried out with three colleagues at the University of Manchester, the introduction of automated processes

East London Legal Networking

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Looking to expand your professional network? Join us at our East London Legal Networking event! A relaxed evening where you can meet fellow legal professionals, share tips and know-how about business and the legal profession, and learn more about being a legal professional in East London. This is your chance to expand your network, gain valuable insights, and have some fun. Who knows what opportunities may arise from the connections you make at this event? So, what

The Conversation, on Sustainable Finance

What ancient wisdom can teach businesses about sustainable finance Sustainable finance. MEE KO DONG / Shutterstock Atul K. Shah, City, University of London The world of business tends to prioritise concepts of profit maximisation, economies of scale and the importance of shareholder value. As the industry has developed over centuries, these concepts have become deeply embedded in global financial systems. You can listen to more articles from The Conversation, narrated by Noa, here. But some businesses in certain parts of the

Smart Contracts for Lawyers

Smart Contracts for Lawyers, technologies and new methods of working There are a range of technologies that top-50 law firms are actively using to enhance the delivery of legal services to their clients. These implementations are often used for corporate transactions as opposed to private-client work. The choice technology on the market is the Accord Project for mature smart contracts. This is a non-blockchain technology so it does not depend on a single ‘ledger’ of transactions. An explanation of blockchain

Becoming a Cloud Native Law Firm

Being a Cloud Native Law Firm is complex but not complicated Being a Cloud Native law firm is complex but not complicated. What we mean by this is that while it takes expertise to do well, that expertise is readily available and ultimately it is a straightforward path. Many firms already heavily depend on Open Source Cloud Computing to operate. The Law Society published a LawTech adoption report in 2019, long enough away for people to appreciate that the use

The Conversation, on ways to navigate failure

How the philosophy behind the Japanese art form of kintsugi can help us navigate failure Marco Montalti/Shutterstock Ella Tennant, Keele University In our 20s and 30s, there can be immense pressure to measure up to the expectations of society, our families, our friends and even those we have for ourselves. Many people look back and feel disappointed that they hadn’t taken the opportunity to travel more. Others might have envisioned that they would be further along in their careers or personal

ChatGPT for lawyers

How AI can revolutionize your law firm In the fast-paced world of legal practice, time is of the essence to deliver for your clients. People expect their cases to be resolved efficiently and effectively, and lawyers are constantly under pressure to perform. There are a variety of modern toolsets which can assist you in operating your business, among them are tools that are useful for automation or information discovery. Understanding AI First, it is worthwhile exploring and defining what Artificial

The Conversation, on Digital Decarbonisation

‘Dark data’ is killing the planet – we need digital decarbonisation dotshock / shutterstock Tom Jackson, Loughborough University and Ian R. Hodgkinson, Loughborough University More than half of the digital data firms generate is collected, processed and stored for single-use purposes. Often, it is never re-used. This could be your multiple near-identical images held on Google Photos or iCloud, a business’s outdated spreadsheets that will never be used again, or data from internet of things sensors that have no purpose.

The Conversation, on understanding neural networks

The Conversation, on understanding neural networks

The Conversation, on ChatGPT

The Conversation, on how AI could make more work for us

East London Legal Networking

The Conversation, on Sustainable Finance

Smart Contracts for Lawyers

Becoming a Cloud Native Law Firm

The Conversation, on ways to navigate failure

ChatGPT for lawyers

The Conversation, on Digital Decarbonisation

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