Protected: Dokumentation des zweiten AI for Media Hackathon
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Protected: Documentation of the second AI for Media Hackathon
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Zweiter Hackathon des AI for Media Network zeigt, was mit KI im Journalismus möglich ist
Der Hackathon ist der Höhepunkt des Jahres im AI for Media Network. In diesem Jahr stand er unter dem Motto “Dialogorientierte Produkte und Videoproduktion mit KI”. 86 Teilnehmende legten sich in 14 Teams mehr als 1000 Stunden ins Zeug, um Demo-Versionen zu entwickeln. Am Ende setzte sich das Team „SchnittmAIster“ durch. Das Team entwickelte ein…
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Second Hackathon by the AI for Media Network Showcases the Potential of AI in Journalism
The hackathon is the highlight of the year for the AI for Media Network. This year, it was themed “Conversational Products and Video Production with AI.” A total of 86 participants, divided into 14 teams, dedicated over 1,000 hours to develop demo versions of their projects. In the end, the team “SchnittmAIster” won the hackathon.…
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How Newsrooms are Implementing AI Agents
At the third AI for Media Network Meetup, we explored the topic of “AI Agents” from various angles: What defines an AI agent, when is their use beneficial for newsrooms, and when is it not? The event featured a highly practical demo on news production using agents, along with some critical perspectives on the hype…
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Wie Redaktionen KI-Agenten im Newsroom einsetzen
Beim dritten AI for Media Network Meetup beleuchteten wir das Thema „KI-Agenten“ aus verschiedenen Perspektiven: Was fällt alles unter den Begriff KI-Agent, wann lohnt sich der Einsatz für Redaktionen und wann nicht. Es gab eine sehr praxisnahe Demo zur Nachrichtenproduktion mit Agenten, aber auch ein paar kritische Worte zum Hype um die Agenten durften nicht…
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Protected: Materials for the Meetup “AI Agents in the Newsroom”
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Protected: Material zum Meetup “KI-Agenten im Newsroom“
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Year in Review: Developing AI Solutions for Journalism Together
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…
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Fast Deep Dives During First Online Meetup
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…
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AI innovation is accelerating in German language news media
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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Protected: Recording and Slides of the First Online Meetup
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AI for Media Think Tank Explores AI’s Role in Transforming Journalism
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…
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Protected: Video recording from the second Meetup
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Pioneering AI in Media: Insights from AI for Media’s Inaugural Hackathon
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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Protected: Networking Meetup: Recording of the lectures
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Networking Meetup: How Editorial Teams Use Large Language Models for Text Production
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,…
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Science Meets Journalism: Demonstrating AI Use Cases
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…