Two Prominent AI Application Cases Worth Noting

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, there are numerous practical cases that offer valuable insights. Here are two notable ones that shed light on different aspects of AI implementation.
Valuable Lessons from UK Government AI Projects
James Low, the head of the UK Government AI Incubator, has shared precious experiences gained from three government AI projects (Consult, Minute, and Redbox). A key takeaway is that AI product managers need to shift from a deterministic mindset to a probabilistic one. It is essential to prioritize addressing technical uncertainties before investing in product development. The faster the development speed, the more restraint is needed in adding unnecessary features; and the more volatile the market, the greater the need to maintain strategic flexibility. The article proposes three core cycles: capability verification, feature exploration, and strategic adaptation, providing highly valuable practical guidelines for AI product practitioners. Those interested in government-led AI initiatives can gain significant insights from these lessons to avoid common pitfalls in project execution.

From Growth Hacker to Top Suno User: The Birth of a Flexible Employment Band

Wang Bolong, a former growth expert at Meituan and Xiaohongshu (well-known Chinese platforms similar to 美团 and 小红书), has transformed into an AI music creator with the help of Suno. He fulfilled his music dream by establishing a flexible employment band. Leveraging AI, he reduced the cost of arranging music from 20,000 yuan to 2,000 yuan and shortened the time from 90 days to just 1 day. His works have garnered 500,000 plays on NetEase Cloud Music (a major Chinese music streaming platform) and earned a Silver Medal. Wang emphasizes that aesthetic control is a human value that AI cannot replace, which he refers to as the "dignity of carbon-based life." By recruiting professional music directors through Boss Zhipin (a Chinese recruitment platform), he successfully transitioned from AI-generated sounds to real-person recordings. His goal is to achieve 100 million yuan in revenue within two years and 1000 million yuan within five years. This case demonstrates how AI can empower individuals in creative fields, offering a glimpse into the future of flexible work in the AI era.