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Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…

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This is the official Mining Review Africa Podcast. Mining Review Africa is the leading monthly magazine and digital platform in the African mining industry. Every month, MRA reaches an audience of over 50 000 influential mining authorities and key decision makers through a variety of channels, including an interactive website, videos and print distribution at all major mining conferences in Africa and across the globe. MRA serves as a knowledge, news and information sharing platform which drives upliftment and sustainable development across the mining sector in Africa through articles on project developments and the technology and financial models that drive them. Through close interaction with major, mid-tier and junior mining houses; suppliers of capital; technology and plants, MRA is recognized as the industry’s thought leadership, innovation and strategic business content leader.

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Deep Insights Episode #56 - Unpacked: Mining trends 2025 32:45

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Warren Beech gives an honest opinion about the African mining landscape for 2025.

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Deep Insights #55: Breaking Barriers: Women in mining forge a path toward equality and leadership 21:28

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From unsafe working conditions and gender discrimination to limited representation in leadership, women face significant challenges in the male-dominated mining sector. Yet, by uniting, women are building networks, advocating for change, and breaking barriers. In this episode, we speak to Raksha Naidoo, chief executive of The Particle Group and chairperson of Women in Mining South Africa, about the progress women in mining have achieved.…

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Deep Insights #54: SA mining outlook: have we finally turned the corner? 29:17

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In this episode, Yandi Mini, Principal at Boston Consulting Group explains why there is reason to be optimistic about South Africa’s mining sector. He also chats about how we can address the challenges we face.

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Deep Insights #53: Illegal mining in SA: A crime that has far-reaching consequences 49:27

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Illegal mining in South Africa is an ongoing concern in the country. While steps have been taken to curb this heinous crime, are we doing enough to put a stop to it? Stephen Nthite, Director at multidisciplinary law firm, Beech Veltman gives us more deep insights into this pertinent topic.

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Deep Insights #52: A different approach means a positive future 20:18

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The Global Investor Commission on Mining 2030 is an initiative that seeks to ensure ESG best practice is implemented in all spheres of the mining sector. In doing so, it aims to create a sector that is transparent, does not infringe on human rights and one that can achieve net zero carbon emissions.

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Deep Insights #51 Mining2030 PGMs Outlook with Dr. David Davis 31:43

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Precious metals consultant Dr. David Davis unpacks his Auctus Metals report that highlights a turbulent future for PGM supply due to South Africa's energy crisis.

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Deep Insights #50 Mining2023 Battery Metals Outlook with Peter Major 22:28

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The growing adoption of electric vehicles is driving a rapidly increasing demand for rechargeable batteries and their input commodities. In this episode, the Director of Mining at Modern Corporate Solutions PETER MAJOR gives HLENGIWE MOTAUNG a forecast for the short and long-term future of battery metals into the year 2030.…

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Deep Insights #49 A recap of SA Mining in 2022 with Mamokgethi Molopyane 40:16

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Mining and labour analyst Mamokgethi Molopyane takes a recap of the year 2022 in the South African mining landscape. We discuss the Sibanye Stillwater strike and retrenchments, New technology in mining, the Jagersfontein crisis and the just transition- the future of coal mine workers.

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Deep Insights #48 Dr. Sizwe Phakathi on Preserving a miner's life - Two decades of continuous improvement 48:53

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In the early 2000s the South African mining industry carried an inescapable risk for its workers. A lack of innovative tools, minimal research and poor organisational cultures meant that miners went to work without knowing if they’d return home, safely. Over two decades later, the industry can boast a sterling improvement in managing health and safety, a very critical factor in every mining operation. Minerals Council South Africa head of safety and sustainable development DR SIZWE PHAKATHI tells HLENGIWE MOTAUNG.…

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Deep Insights #47 Voices of Africa 39:25

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In this episode, brought to you by Africa Practice, Hilaire Diarra, head of sustainability at Barrick Gold talks about initiatives to groom more Africans for leadership positions in the industry; Barrick’s progress towards decarbonising its mining operations; measures to preserve and restore biodiversity in Mali and the DRC; and the critical role of copper in the energy transition. Click here to find out more about Africa Practice.…

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Deep Insights #46 Sustainable Mining- A harmonious juggle with Nozipho Dlamini 58:49

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Closing us off this Women's Month, is Nozipho Dlamini, the President of the South African Colliery Manager's Association. She talks to @Hlengiwe Motaung about effective leadership, health and safety, and the future of mining in South Africa.

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Deep Insights #45 Elements of a Just Transition- Dr. Crispian Olver 40:18

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As global carbon emissions continue to rise, sea levels are not holding back, agricultural output has seen a staggering decline and the quality of our environment is being gravely compromised. In this episode, our multimedia journalist Hlengiwe Motaung talks to Crispian Olver, Executive Director at the Presidential Climate Commission, about how the mining industry can facilitate the journey towards net zero.…

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Deep Insights #44 Illegal mining: Dealing with the scourge that is crippling our country 29:03

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Illegal mining in South Africa is on the rise, has become increasingly violent, and has a devastating effect on our citizens and our country. Can we stem the tide of this well-organised criminal activity?

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Deep Insights #43 Leading with prowess 1:08:50

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In this Women’s month edition, our Multimedia Journalist Hlengiwe Motaung speaks to the CEO of Exxaro Resources, Dr. Nombasa Tsengwa on her official appointment, strategies for women to navigate the workplace, and how the coal sector can foster environmental stewardship.

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Deep Insights #42: Hydrogen: The journey of a just transition 9:15

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