Artificial Intelligence

Yesterday, Heartland Forward released a study about attitudes toward and proficiency in Artificial Intelligence in the 20 states that make up the Heartland. The poll indicates that more than 50% of respondents say they have a low understanding of AI, and fewer than 1% feel highly proficient.

On today's show, we learn about the learning curve of using AI in a professional setting. Also, a new solar farm is in the works for the Beaver Water District. Plus, a conversation about dark comedy for a cause.

How can we best use artificial intelligence? What are the limits of AI and the ethical concerns we must navigate? Distinguished Professor of Information Systems Varun Grover delves into this rapidly changing technology.

The Clinton School for Public Service is extending its work beyond the classroom. On today's show, we hear how the school works with public service groups and nonprofits. We also investigate what service community health workers can provide. Plus, what can AI do that's a service to all of us?

Last year, students in the Mena School District took part in a No-Code Hackathon, using the AI-driven platform Nyx No-Code to create promotional materials for the new mountain bike trail system, Trails at Mena, without coding. Karen Kilroy, a software engineer and founder of Nyx No-Code, recently discussed the Hackathon's outcome and future plans with Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis.

A new piece of federal legislation may require paper documentation of a voter’s citizenship. On today's show, we learn how this impacts Arkansans. Also, as the GORP program closes this semester, we take a moment to explore one more participating company. Plus, a conversation with a mind Rogers-based firm that uses AI to stay at the forefront of advertising.

Students in the Mena School District are participating in a unique challenge this November. During the No-Code Hackathon, students use the AI-driven platform Nyx No-Code to create promotional materials for the town’s new mountain bike trail system, Trails at Mena, without typing any code. Karen Kilroy is a software engineer and founded Nyx No-Code. She recently spoke to Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis.

On today's show, after an AI traffic detection system was successfully tested, 10 artificially intelligent traffic lights are to be installed in Springdale. Also, the Little Rick Nine are honored, the musical Violet opens this week and more.

After Springdale traffic division officials successfully tested an artificial intelligent traffic detection system at a busy intersection for a year, the city council approved the purchase of 10 more smart traffic lights to save driver's time, fuel costs — and lives.