In 2024, the AI for Media Network, initiated by Bayerischer Rundfunk (BR), focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can enhance journalism. The network’s dedication to this mission has garnered significant interest, as evidenced by the keen participation in its events. Launched in January 2024, the AI for Media Network aims to investigate how AI can…
Coming from monothematic in-person meetups we decided for a different approach for our first online meetup. Condensed deep dives into three different topics: Fine-tuning language models, a new geolocation tool for verification and code assistants for newsroom coders. Fine-Tuning Language Models for Newsrooms Badische Neueste Nachrichten’s Julius Sandmann explained how he fine-tuned GPT-4 Mini using…
At a symposium in Tutzing, the AI for Media Network explored how journalism can thrive in an AI-driven information ecosystem. Sixty experts collaborated to develop strategies how media outlets can prepare their data for transformation by generative AI, ensuring it meets user needs and fits diverse consumption contexts. A personal conference report by David Caswell.…
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On Wednesday, December 11th, at 2:00 PM, the AI for Media Network will be starting a small experiment: our first online meetup. This new, low-threshold format will take place between our in-person meetups. We aim to maintain the practical nature of our meetings. There will be three workshop presentations, without a central theme like our…
At a two-day symposium in Tutzing, the AI for Media Network delved into innovative approaches to help journalism thrive in an AI-driven information ecosystem. Sixty experts from diverse fields collaborated to develop scenarios and recommendations for the media industry. The focus was on preparing data to ensure it is well-suited for interpretation and transformation by…
At the second meetup of the AI for Media Network, a significant milestone was achieved: The AI + Automation Lab of BR introduced a tool for verifying AI-generated content using AI itself – and released it as open-source. The reception was overwhelmingly positive. On October 9th, over 100 AI practitioners from various media sectors gathered…
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At the second AI for Media Meetup, we will take a closer look at ways to improve the quality of LLM outputs. When October 9th, 2024, from 1 to 6.30 pm Where Bayerischer Rundfunk, Rundfunkplatz 1, 80335 Munich. Large conference hall, 1st floor. Agenda 1:00 pm Welcome by Uli Köppen, Chief AI Officer, Bayerischer Rundfunk,…
Fourteen teams, two days, one task: During the inaugural Hackathon by the AI for Media Network, participants faced the challenge of swiftly turning their innovative AI ideas for journalism into practical applications. A team ultimately emerged victorious by enhancing story depth with the help of Large Language Models. Held from July 15 to 17 at…
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More than 80 participants gathered at Ippen Digital’s Munich Headquarters on June 13 for the first meetup of the AI for Media Network. The event focused on how newsrooms use AI language models for text production. Attendees were treated to demonstrations of AI platforms and had the opportunity to engage in networking sessions. Jan Ippen,…
From July 17th to July 19th the AI for Media Network is hosting a Hackathon on “Generative AI and Automated Workflows in Media Production”. The AI for Media Hackathon on “Generative AI and Automated Workflows in Media Production” is organized by Bayerischer Rundfunk, pub. – Public Value Technologies GmbH and Microsoft Germany. The Hackathon will…
Join us for the first AI for Media Meetup When?Thursday, June 13, 2024, 1:30 – 5:00 pm Where?Ippen Digital, Event Hall Alte Rotation, Paul-Heyse-Str. 2 – 4, 80336 Munich Agenda Sign up for the event Please register for the event by using this (German) form. By filling it out, you agree to us sharing this data…
Two surveys indicate substantial interest from journalists and academics in the regular events hosted by the newly established AI for Media Network, revealing the most sought-after topics and event formats. The AI for Media Network, which recently launched, targets AI specialists in journalism and academia. It serves as an interdisciplinary platform for demonstrating and collaboratively…
On January 18th, over 60 researchers and BR staff members gathered to discuss AI use cases. This workshop marked the inauguration of the AI for Media Network, initiated by BR. Journalism currently faces significant challenges. Uli Köppen, head of BR’s AI + Automation Lab, emphasized the increasing need for algorithms and AI in journalism during…