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Adobe Just Launched AI For PDFs That Everyone Should Be Using

PDF files are easily one of the worst things about the current internet experience. We can't escape them, nor do we really feel comfortable without them. But now that generative AI products like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini are available, we can use AI to help us get through PDF documents — especially the longer ones that we inevitably have to deal with. 

Thankfully, Adobe has created an AI Assistant whose only job is to handle PDF files. And this might be the generative AI tool we've all been waiting for. On that note, Adobe says there might be some 3 trillion PDF files in the world. That's clearly enough to warrant the use of AI to manage all that data.

I'd rather use a built-in tool like this newly announced AI Assistant to go through large PDF files rather than importing them into ChatGPT or anywhere else. At least in theory. It'd be even better if that built-in chatbot could be tailored specifically for handling the data in digital documents. That's what the new Adobe AI Assistant might be, and we'll be able to test it out soon enough. Tech. Entertainment. Science. Your inbox. Sign up for the most interesting tech & entertainment news out there. By signing up, I agree to the Terms of Use and have reviewed the Privacy Notice. Adobe says that Reader and Acrobat customers will have access to "the full range of AI Assistant capabilities through a new add-on subscription plan when AI Assistant is out of beta." This PDF AI chatbot will cost you extra, but it might be worth paying for the subscription. You will have time to decide, however. The AI Assistant beta version is available to Acrobat Individual, Pro, and Teams customers for free right now. Acrobat Pro trials will also include access to the AI Assistant beta.  The current AI Assistant supports English, with other languages to follow. As for AI Assistant inside Reader, it'll be available in the next weeks. It's unclear how long the AI Assistant beta test will last, however. Or how much the AI Assistant will cost after that. AI Assistant can be used to summarize PDF files, offer citations, and find information. AI Assistant will also be able to export information from those PDF documents and have it ready for emails or presentations. Furthermore, Adobe says that AI Assistant will not store or use PDF content to train the chatbot unless the customers opt into to data collection. That might be another reason to use Adobe's AI Assistant over ChatGPT or other alternatives.

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Embracing AI: Transforming Fear Into Opportunity For Your Teams

Employee upskilling and reskilling for future-ready workforce

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The future of humanity is increasingly intertwined with artificial intelligence (AI), a technological advancement that promises to revolutionize industries and streamline operations. However, it also brings a wave of uncertainty, particularly among employees who fear being replaced by software and machines.

Open communication about your company's AI strategy and its implications for the workforce can build trust and engagement among employees. It's essential for us corporate leaders to navigate this transition responsibly, embracing AI while investing in upskilling and reskilling employees to work alongside these technologies.

A recent study by the World Economic Forum predicts that by 2025, 85 million jobs may be displaced by a shift in the division of labor between humans and machines, while 97 million new roles may emerge that are more adapted to the new division of labor between humans, machines, and algorithms.

This underscores the importance of preparing your teams for the AI era without resorting to mass layoffs.

AI for Everyone, available on Coursera and led by renowned AI expert Andrew Ng, is an ideal course for non-technical professionals. Offering a well-structured introduction to AI's impact on business and society, it's split into four non-technical modules.

Fast.Ai, led by Jeremy Howard, is another deep learning library and AI community known for its practical approach to teaching deep learning, making it accessible to a wide audience without requiring extensive mathematical or technical prerequisites. This course is the longest-running and most widely-used deep learning course in the world, and has launched many careers in research, industry, and startups.

Many institutions offer free certification in Generative AI, with Databricks being one of them.

By providing training programs and continuous (free) learning opportunities, organizations can equip their workforce with the skills needed to adapt to an AI-driven workplace.

Instead of viewing AI as a threat, companies should position it as a tool that can enhance human capabilities, not replace them. For example, AI can take over repetitive tasks, allowing employees to focus on more creative and strategic aspects of their jobs. This not only increases productivity but also job satisfaction.

The advent of AI should not be a harbinger of job losses but rather an opportunity for growth and innovation. Companies have a responsibility to prepare their workforce for the future by upskilling and fostering a positive attitude towards change. By doing so, they can turn the challenge of AI into a real competitive advantage.

Keeping up with the learning curve is crucial. What AI classes are you eyeing this year?

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