More or Less #103: Are Silicon Valley’s Mega-Deals Just Talent Grabs?
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Jun 13, 2025 Discover if Austin is outpacing San Francisco in self-driving tech and the real implications of Apple's recent announcements on AI. Learn about Meta's major investments in AI talent and the fierce competition for top researchers in Silicon Valley. The hosts dive into the evolution of data labeling in AI, the changing app landscape, and the quirks of AI missteps in business. With humor and insights, they explore how extraordinary talent is reshaping the tech world and the humorous risks it entails, alongside a thrilling tennis match.
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AI Email App Example
- Dave Morin shared an example of an AI-driven email app called Sunflower using on-device LLMs.
- This app personalizes email experience while reducing AI usage costs significantly.
On-Device LLMs Unlock Use Cases
- On-device large language models enable new AI applications without cloud costs.
- This advances AI utility while reducing expenses for developers and users.
Scale AI's Advanced Data Labeling
- Scale AI excels in sophisticated data labeling by recruiting PhDs for complex model training.
- Their innovation lies in commercializing and continuously upgrading their data labeling services.