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Last Week in AI

# 182 - Alexa 2.0, MiniMax, Surskever raises $1B, SB 1047 approved

Sep 17, 2024
Discover the latest in AI as Amazon integrates cutting-edge technology for Alexa 2.0, while China's Minimax enters the generative AI scene. Explore the $1 billion fundraising success of Safe Superintelligence and the competitive semiconductor landscape. Dive into Alibaba's innovative Quinn2-VL model for enhanced visual understanding. The discussion also tackles the ongoing debate about AI-generated art, weighing creativity against authenticity. Wrap up with reflections on personal milestones and legislative changes impacting the tech industry.
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Quick takeaways

  • Amazon's upgraded Alexa, powered by Claude's AI, will début a subscription model to enhance user experience with advanced features.
  • Minimax, an AI video generator backed by Alibaba and Tencent, shows potential in human movement capture despite early-stage limitations.

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Catch-Up Phase and Co-Hosting Changes

The episode acknowledges a catch-up phase due to previous delays in recording, with a promise to improve timeliness going forward. Changes in co-hosting arrangements are also highlighted, as one host will be temporarily absent due to family commitments, specifically the arrival of a new baby. Listeners can expect guest co-hosts in the interim, with an emphasis on maintaining the quality of content during this transition. The hosts encourage continued engagement and feedback from the audience as they navigate these changes.

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