In this episode, we unpack how Netflix is using cutting-edge AI—similar to the tech behind ChatGPT—to power hyper-personalized recommendations. Discover how their new foundation model moves beyond traditional algorithms, blending massive data with NLP-inspired strategies like interaction tokenization and multi-token prediction. We also explore how this personalization revolution is reshaping customer expectations across industries, drawing on insights from marketing leaders like Qualtrics, Epsilon France, and Doozy Publicity. But with great AI power comes big questions: What about privacy, ethics, and the joy of unexpected discovery?

Based on original sources and developed with the help of Google’s NotebookLM.

🎧 Main source available here: https://netflixtechblog.com/foundation-model-for-personalized-recommendation-1a0bd8e02d39

What happens when AI stops forgetting?

In this episode of IA Odyssey, we dive deep into OpenAI's rollout of memory in ChatGPT—and why it’s so much more than a feature toggle. From personalized ad agents to AI doctors learning on the job, we explore how memory transforms artificial intelligence into agentic AI: systems that adapt, personalize, and evolve. Drawing from cutting-edge research like KARMA, MeAgent Zero, and cognitive architecture frameworks, we unpack how memory lets AI learn from experience, get more accurate, and even form something close to relationships.

What happens when you put multiple AI agents together to solve a task? You might expect teamwork—but more often, you get chaos. In this episode of IA Odyssey, we dive into a groundbreaking study from UC Berkeley and Intesa Sanpaolo that reveals why multi-agent systems built on large language models are failing—spectacularly.

The researchers examined over 150 real MAS conversations and uncovered 14 unique ways these systems break down—whether it’s agents ignoring each other, forgetting their roles, or ending tasks too early. They created MASFT, the first taxonomy to map these failures, and tested whether better prompts or smarter coordination could fix things. The result? A wake-up call for anyone building AI teams.

If you've ever wondered why your squad of AIs can't seem to get along, this episode is for you.

This episode was generated using Google's NotebookLM.
Full paper here: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2503.13657

In this episode of IA Odyssey, we unpack how DeepSeek's open-source models are shaking up the AI world—matching GPT-level performance at a fraction of the cost. Drawing on insights from the research paper by Chengen Wang (University of Texas at Dallas) and Murat Kantarcioglu (Virginia Tech), we explore DeepSeek's secret sauce: memory-efficient Multi-Head Latent Attention, an evolved Mixture of Experts architecture, and reinforcement learning without supervised data. Oh, and did we mention they trained this monster on a $ave-the-GPU budget?

From hardware-aware model design to the surprisingly powerful GRPO algorithm, this episode decodes the magic that’s making DeepSeek-V3 and R1 the open-source giants to watch. Whether you're an AI enthusiast or just want to know who's giving OpenAI and Anthropic sleepless nights, you don’t want to miss this.

Crafted with help from Google's NotebookLM.
Read the full paper here: https://arxiv.org/abs/2503.11486

AI agents are revolutionizing automation—but not in the way you might think. These intelligent systems don’t just follow commands; they learn, adapt, and make decisions, reshaping industries from finance to healthcare. In this episode, we break down what makes AI agents different from traditional software, explore their growing role in our work, and dive into the game-changing potential of multi-agent systems. Are we witnessing the dawn of a new AI-powered workforce? Tune in to find out!

How can AI revolutionize financial trading? The TradingAgents framework introduces a multi-agent system where AI-powered analysts, researchers, and traders collaborate to make more informed investment decisions. Inspired by real-world trading firms, this innovative approach leverages specialized agents—fundamental analysts, sentiment analysts, technical analysts, and traders with diverse risk profiles—to optimize trading strategies.

Unlike traditional models, TradingAgents enhances explainability, risk management, and market adaptability through agentic debates and structured decision-making. Extensive backtesting reveals significant performance improvements over standard trading strategies.

Discover the future of AI-driven finance and explore the full research paper here: https://arxiv.org/abs/2412.20138.

Can AI-powered teams replace traditional financial modeling workflows? This episode explores how agentic AI systems—where multiple specialized AI agents work together—are transforming financial services. Based on recent research, we break down how these AI "crews" tackle complex tasks like credit risk modeling, fraud detection, and regulatory compliance.

We dive into the structure of these AI-driven teams, from model selection and hyperparameter tuning to risk assessment and bias detection. How do they compare to human-led processes? What challenges remain in ensuring fairness, transparency, and robustness in financial AI applications? Join us as we unpack the future of autonomous decision-making in finance.

Source paper: https://arxiv.org/abs/2502.05439

Original analysis by Hanane Dupouy on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/hanane-d-algo-trader_curious-about-how-agentic-systems-are-transforming-activity-7303759019653943296-SD7p?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAC-sCIBdYWLepIkTB7ZdnxPNfvEfrLi2z0

Crafting the perfect prompt for large language models (LLMs) is an art—but what if AI could master it for us? This episode explores Automatic Prompt Optimization (APO), a rapidly evolving field that seeks to automate and enhance how we interact with AI. Based on a comprehensive survey, we dive into the key APO techniques, their ability to refine prompts without direct model access, and the potential for AI to fine-tune its own instructions. Could this be the key to unlocking even more powerful AI capabilities? Join us as we break down the latest research, challenges, and the future of APO.

📄 Read the full paper here: https://arxiv.org/abs/2502.16923