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AI Demos! xAI’s Grok chatbot, OpenAI’s GPTs, & more! | E1846

Nov 14, 2023

Sunny Madra, an AI expert from Definitive Intelligence, joins to showcase innovative AI tools. He demos xAI's Grok chatbot, discussing its social media implications and creative functionalities. Sunny also unveils OpenAI’s latest GPTs like Game Time and Invest America, and even builds a custom GPT live! Additionally, he introduces Fakespot, an AI designed to detect fraudulent reviews. Tune in for a fascinating glimpse into the cutting edge of AI technology and its ethical dilemmas!

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GPTs like Grok and Invest America demonstrate the ability to answer real-time queries and provide accurate information, revolutionizing industries and providing valuable insights.

GPT apps connected to existing systems can automate processes, offer personalized experiences, and optimize user interactions, opening up new possibilities for industries like travel and customer support.

The use of AI-powered tools, including GPT models, in the healthcare industry has the potential to analyze blood test results, provide alternative diagnoses, and assist with medical advice and support.

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Launch Fund 4 Overview

Launch Fund 4 is an early-stage venture capital fund primarily focused on seed-stage startups. The fund supports startups through their Series B funding rounds and aims to invest in over 400 early-stage companies, with the goal of achieving 10% ownership in the top 5% of these companies. It leverages Jason Calacanis' popular podcast and operates programs like Founder University and Launch Accelerator. The fund also makes micro investments in graduating startups from Founder University, providing $25,000 in funding.

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The Potential of AI in Improving Customer Service and Emergency Care

02:43

Improving Review Analysis and User Assistance for Air Pod Purchasers

02:20

The Advantages and Challenges of Building AI Infrastructure

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Intro

3min

AI Innovations and Ethical Dilemmas

11min

Navigating the Challenges of B2B Marketing with LinkedIn

2min

Quarterbacks, Chatbots, and 420 Culture

11min

Navigating Consumer Credit Transparency and Compliance Challenges

2min

Tech Transformation: From Tiles to AI

5min

Strategizing Poker Odds and Wealth Management Insights

2min

Chatbots and Innovation in Investing

21min

Navigating Product Reviews and AI Solutions

4min

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Today’s show:

Sunny Madra joins Jason to discuss and demo xAI’s new chatbot, Grok (2:18), OpenAI’s new GPTs (31:54), and an AI designed to detect fake reviews (55:40). Then, Sunny builds a GPT live on air (36:22)

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(0:00) Sunny Madra joins Jason

(2:18) Sunny demos xAI’s Grok chatbot

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(21:33) Review and feedback for Grok chatbot

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(31:54) Sunny demos OpenAI’s Game Time and Invest America GPTs

(36:22) Sunny builds a Launch GPT live!

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(48:33) Unlocking the potential of GPTs

(55:40) Sunny demos Fakespot, an AI tool for spotting fake reviews

Check out Grok: https://grok.x.ai