Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…
In our new series, “Questions,” we look at the questions we ask God, questions God asks us, and questions others ask us. This Saturday, we explore the first question in the Bible - “Did God really say…?” Join us as we discuss the importance of knowing how to discern God’s word.
In our new series, “Questions,” we look at the questions we ask God, questions God asks us, and questions others ask us. This Saturday, we explore the first question in the Bible - “Did God really say…?” Join us as we discuss the importance of knowing how to discern God’s word.
God is willing to pay the full cost of HIs love for humanity —even knowing some will reject Him. Join us this Saturday as our guest speaker Pr. Daniel Berchie explores the depths of God’s unwavering love and faithfulness.
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The Exchange hosted by the Melbourne City Adventist Church
Continuing our series, “Questions,” we explore the second question in the Bible - “Where are you?” Join us as we pause to reflect on our spiritual journey.
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The Exchange hosted by the Melbourne City Adventist Church
In our new series, “Questions,” we look at the questions we ask God, questions God asks us, and questions others ask us. This Saturday, we explore the first question in the Bible - “Did God really say…?” Join us as we discuss the importance of knowing how to discern God’s word.
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The Exchange hosted by the Melbourne City Adventist Church
Discover spiritual lessons from nature to help us grow and thrive in the New Year. Join us this Saturday at 3 pm to explore and practice these spiritual practices.
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The Exchange hosted by the Melbourne City Adventist Church
As 2024 draws to a close, let’s reflect on the power of God’s light. It shines through the darkness—even when unseen, unrecognized, or misunderstood. Like jars of clay, fragile and flawed, we are chosen to carry this treasure. One life at a time, one story at a time, God’s light overcomes. Let His light shine in you this coming year.…
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The Exchange hosted by the Melbourne City Adventist Church
As we head towards December, a flurry of activities and plans may distract us from the most important preparation of all - preparing the way for Jesus to come into our world. Explore with us how God prepared the way for Jesus’ first coming and how we too can make a way for Jesus.
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The Exchange hosted by the Melbourne City Adventist Church
We often hear that strength is about keeping it together, staying strong, and never showing weakness. Yet, vulnerability—the willingness to be open and to ask for help - is exactly what Jesus taught us to embrace as the pathway to connection with God and each other. Join us as we explore the power of vulnerability.…
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