⚡AI just learned how to work on your desktop. This is a big deal.


AI just learned how to work on your desktop. This is a BFD.

A few weeks ago I wrote you an email telling you about what I consider the “killer app” of AI... for 2024 (RAG, an incredibly valuable technique.)

You might remember me saying:

➡️ AI Agents will be the killer app of AI in 2025 and beyond. Watch this space…

Well, here we are just a few short weeks later and AI Agents just got REAL.

Anthropic’s new Computer Use feature lets AI do more than chat with you - it can actually use a computer, opening apps, clicking buttons, and even doing simple tasks.

In my latest LinkedIn video, I show you a live (midnight) demo of this breakthrough technology.

It’s not fully there yet - still slow, and it makes mistakes - but what it signals is MASSIVE.

It's tricky to set up unless you're a bit techie, so I recorded a video demo for you to see it in action:

👉 Watch the video on LinkedIn

What do you think about this new capability?

Just hit reply and let me know what you think - I personally read and reply to all emails!

Alastair

P.S. I just published An Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Using AI - it’s designed to help you start using AI in everyday work, no tech expertise required! Packed with clear tips and examples, this guide will have you saving time and boosting productivity in no time. Check it out if you’re ready to make AI work for you, and feel free to email me with any questions!


More resources:

Key Insights on AI & Business

In this article, I focus on the implications of AI for business leaders, thought leaders, and the workforce at large.

A Simple Guide to Using AI

If you’re new to AI tools, you might be wondering how to get the best results. It all starts with how you interact with the system.

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Hi, I'm Alastair

I help small and medium businesses in professional services, consulting, and expertise-heavy work find the tasks that are stealing their team's time, then build the AI tools that give it back. Recent results: 92% cost reduction, 12x capacity, €55k/month recovered.

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