This episode of the Practical AI podcast discusses the current dynamics in the AI industry, focusing on the potential acquisition of OpenAI by Elon Musk and the broader implications for the future of AI business models. The hosts debate the significance of this potential acquisition, exploring the competitive landscape between commercial AI companies and the rapidly advancing open-source alternatives. They delve into the concept of "tool calling" and "agents" in AI, explaining how LLMs interact with external systems and the role of orchestration in agentic AI. Specific examples of using agents to interact with web applications and databases are provided, highlighting the potential for both expanded human agency and job displacement. The discussion concludes with a mention of resources like the Hugging Face Agents course and a Deloitte report on the state of generative AI in the enterprise.
