In this section, I share what I am up to, pictures of the week, what is new in AI and crypto, and more.
Thanks for the feedback. AI was the winner with 100% very or extremely (63%) interested. Photos were 88% somewhat or very interested. Startups were 88% very or extremely interested. Crypto was 75% somewhat or very interested with none extremely interested. The least interested was the GAMMNAT spreadsheet with 50% not at all interested. I appreciate knowing this but it is the most time consuming to prepare. I will pause it beginning this week. May consider monthly. The most optimistic view was 100% interested in “Other”. Guess I need to keep coming up with new things.
Dr. Paul Wright and Dr. Mark Hirko from Nuvance Health and I visited the Watson research center on Monday. I spent many days in that amazing building back in the day. It holds 3,000 people. When I was at IBM they had 1,200 PhDs working on breakthrough research. Many researchers now work from home. One new item since I was last there is a parking lot with canopies to protect the cars but also to generate electricity. The solar panels produce more than 5 megawatts of power and take care of 50 or so EVs of employees. We got a close look at IBM’s Quantum computers. Quite impressive. We spent most of our time in an off-campus house which IBM acquired for healthcare research. The house was full of sensors. The research management showed us some very impressive digital modeling of people in the house.
On Saturday, we took a 130 mile motorcycle ride around New York State. First stop was Franklin D. Roosevelt’s home in Hyde Park, NY. Next step was the Vanderbilt Mansion also in Hyde Park. Then to Millbrook, NY for lunch at a pub.
There are now 200 investors. Click the image for a few words from CEO.
He said, “We are thrilled to announce that Epi One has crossed the $1 million mark in our equity crowdfunding campaign here on StartEngine! Including our previous investment rounds, we have now raised more than $4.1 million. This is a huge milestone in our journey to revolutionize early cancer detection and make it accessible to everyone. Accurate and affordable early cancer detection is within reach!”
“But we’re just getting started! We invite you to join us on this incredible journey…and get in on the ground floor of something that will be talked about as one of the great discoveries changing the face of cancer care forever. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against cancer. If you’re passionate about innovation in healthcare and want to be a part of something meaningful, now is your chance to invest in Epi One.”
“We have been officially accepted to launch our investment campaign on the Start Engine broker-dealer, which entails a higher level of diligence and compliance requirements and opens options for attracting more investors. We’ll soft close here on September 4 and re-launch through StartEngine broker-dealer shortly thereafter.”
“Our mission is personal—driven by loss and fueled by hope. Your investment could help save countless lives by enabling faster, more precise diagnoses. We have raised over $1.1M in this round; now it’s your chance to be part of the solution that turns the tide against cancer.”
AI News This Week
Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to make rapid strides. Here are some of the key developments this week:
Generative AI Advancements:
- Meta’s New AI Model: Meta has introduced a new AI model that can generate realistic images and videos from text prompts, pushing the boundaries of generative AI capabilities.
- AI-Generated Music: Several companies have released AI-generated music tools, making it easier for musicians to create original compositions.
AI in Healthcare:
- AI-Powered Diagnostics: AI is being used to improve the accuracy and efficiency of medical diagnoses,particularly in areas like radiology and pathology.
- Drug Discovery: AI is accelerating the process of drug discovery by analyzing vast amounts of data to identify potential new treatments.
Ethical Considerations:
- Bias and Fairness: There’s ongoing discussion about addressing biases in AI systems to ensure they are fair and equitable.
- AI Governance: Governments and organizations are exploring ways to regulate and govern the development and use of AI.
Other Notable News:
- AI in Education: AI is being used to personalize learning experiences and provide students with tailored support.
- AI in Finance: AI is transforming the financial industry, from fraud detection to algorithmic trading.
Crypto News This Week: A Quick Overview
The crypto market has seen some significant developments this week. Here are a few key highlights:
- The state of Wyoming is planning to launch its own stablecoin in 1Q25. They plan to use the earnings from the T-bills backing the coins for improving education in the state.
- Bitcoin Price Fluctuations: Bitcoin’s price has experienced volatility, influenced by macroeconomic factors and investor sentiment.
- Ethereum Merge: The Ethereum network successfully transitioned to proof-of-stake, marking a major milestone in the blockchain space.
- Regulatory Developments: There have been discussions and updates regarding crypto regulations in various jurisdictions, impacting the industry’s landscape.
- New Crypto Projects: Several new crypto projects have launched, introducing innovative ideas and technologies.
For a more in-depth analysis and the latest news, I recommend checking out these reliable sources:
- Cointelegraph: https://cointelegraph.com/
- CoinDesk: https://www.coindesk.com/
- Forbes Crypto: https://www.forbes.com/digital-assets/news/
My YouTube channel is at http://www.youtube.com/jrpatric The oldest one on the channel was from a speech I gave in Paris in 1996. It is here.
