This Day in AI Podcast Opus & Sonnet 4, Google I/O Recap, Microsoft BUILD & Sam Alman Has A New Friend - EP99.05-FLASH
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May 23, 2025 Sam Altman has made a new $6.4B friend with Jony Ive as they dive into Google's incredible Veo3 and innovations from Anthropic. The hosts humorously critique dramatic tech reveals while navigating the complex landscape of AI advancements, from Gemini Flash 2.5's speed to ethical concerns about AI-generated content. They explore how these technologies impact creativity and society, raw debates on authenticity, and the challenges of managing numerous AI tools. Join the conversation on thrilling tech moments and intriguing business dynamics!
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Johnny Ive-Sam Altman Video Stunt
- Michael Yo and Chris Sharkey discuss a staged Hollywood-style video announcing OpenAI's $6.4B acquisition of Johnny Ive's AI device company.
- They highlight the production's lavishness and speculate on its function as a market distraction rather than real technology news.
VO3 Model's Video Limitations
- Google VO3 video generation pairs audio with video extremely well but struggles with complex physics like gymnastics.
- This reveals current diffusion models' limitations in replicating real-world detailed physics in video.
AI Generates Realistic Gaming Reaction
- A generated video shows a kid reacting to a game winning moment with accurate audio and facial sync.
- Chris Sharkey shares initial skepticism turning to amazement at this realistic AI-generated video example.