Netflix Sends Its Last DVDs & Building The "iPhone of AI"
Sep 29, 2023
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Neal and Toby discuss the end of Netflix's DVD delivery service, OpenAI's plans to build the 'iPhone of artificial intelligence', why Costco is the stock of the week, GameStop being the dog of the week, the global coffee shortage, and a viral prank restaurant experience.
Netflix's DVD delivery service, which began in 1998, is shutting down after 25 years, marking the end of an era and highlighting the rise of streaming as the dominant form of media consumption.
OpenAI is exploring a groundbreaking collaboration with former Apple designer Johnny Ive and SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son to create the 'iPhone of artificial intelligence', indicating the potential for significant advancements in AI hardware and design.
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After a 25-year run, Netflix is ending its DVD delivery service
Netflix's DVD delivery service, which began in 1998, is shutting down after 25 years. The service thrived during its peak, sending 1.6 million discs per day and generating substantial revenue. However, as streaming became more popular, DVD usage declined. Nevertheless, the DVD business still generated approximately $60 million in revenue for Netflix in the first half of 2023. The rise of streaming and original content paved the way for Netflix's transformation into the streaming giant we know today.
OpenAI collaborates with former Apple designer Johnny Ive and SoftBank's Masayoshi Son to develop an innovative AI product
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Episode 159: Happy Friday! Neal and Toby discuss the end of and era, Netflix discontinued its DVD delivery service today. Plus, OpenAI is exploring building the "iPhone of artificial intelligence'. The guys explain why Costco is the stock of the week (thank you gold bar sales) and why Ryan Cohen can't save GameStop from being the dog of the week. Also, how the global coffee shortage could impact you and the creator of the nutrition label passed away. Finally, the fake steakhouse that went viral on TikTok.