Episode 7: Building Better Prompts, Perplexity Upgrade, AI Ethical Issues, Siri Upgrade Delayed

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I’m excited to announce the release of our latest episode of The Family History AI Show. In this installment, my co-host Mark Thompson and I explore the cutting-edge developments in AI that are reshaping the landscape of genealogical research.

We begin by examining Perplexity’s significant upgrade in research capabilities, discussing how this tool can enhance the efficiency and depth of family history investigations. We also delve into the critical ethical considerations surrounding AI in our field, addressing concerns that every genealogist should be aware of as we navigate this new terrain.

A highlight of this episode is the launch of our new series on “Building Better Prompts.” We provide practical strategies to help you craft more effective queries, enabling you to extract more valuable insights from AI tools in your genealogical work.

Our AI RapidFire segment covers a range of topics, from open-source developments to geopolitical influences on AI accessibility. We also touch on updates from major players like Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, and Apple, offering a comprehensive overview of the AI landscape as it pertains to family history research.

Whether you’re a seasoned genealogist looking to incorporate AI into your practice or a newcomer curious about the potential of these technologies, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.

I invite you to listen and share your thoughts. How are you integrating AI into your genealogical research? What challenges and opportunities do you foresee?

Listen to the full episode here: https://bit.ly/Family-History-AI-007

Let’s continue to explore the exciting intersection of AI and family history together.

Published by Steve Little

Steve Little is the AI Program Director for the National Genealogical Society and the founder of AI Genealogy Insights. I trace my deep roots to one Appalachian county, where, by 1820, all 32 of my 3rd-great-grandparents had settled—many even earlier than that. In fact, 60 of my most recent ancestors were born, lived, and died there, in Ashe County, NC. My passion lies in AI & genetic genealogy: with a keen interest in endogamy, pedigree collapse, and the art of deciphering multiple relationships through DNA segment triangulation, and an insatiable curiosity to explore beneficial uses and current limits of artificial intelligence in genealogy. Beyond genealogy, I wear many hats: I'm a husband and a dad, a Methodist pastor, and a Virginian. My hobbies span from bird watching and sky gazing to chess and film. Additionally, I'm an avid reader, writer, photographer, and regex script hacker.

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