ADSN ADSN is back! Agentic Commerce, Converging Media, and Mike Khristo on going from idea to launch with AI
Jan 20, 2026
Join Mike Khristo, CEO and co-founder of Layers, as he dives into the revolutionary world of agentic coding and the game-changing Opus 4.5. Discover how Claude Code is empowering developers to turn ideas into reality, regardless of technical skill. The discussion highlights the potential of AI assistants evolving into new social networks, and insights into the Universal Commerce Protocol's impact on commerce. Mike shares practical examples of vibe coding, showcasing how anyone can embark on their project journey.
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Agentic Commerce As The Next Feed
- Agentic commerce combines AI models, real user data, and commerce platforms into a new transactional feed.
- This will likely become a dominant new screen where AI assistants surface purchase options at the moment of intent.
Social Networks Anchor AI Assistants
- Pairing a foundational model with a social network unlocks massive user adoption and life-data integration.
- James Borow suggests social platforms appended to models are crucial for mainstream assistant reach and retention.
Vibe Coding Built Two Niche Apps
- James built a bespoke financial app for wildfire victims and a phone-based golf rangefinder using vibe coding.
- He discovered practical limits like camera hardware needing a 3D-printed case to make the golf rangefinder reliable.