

EP 10: Is AI helping or hurting mergers and acquisitions?
May 8, 2023
Seth Waite, CEO of Loam Exits and expert in preparing businesses for sale, joins Jordan to explore the nuanced role of AI in mergers and acquisitions. They discuss how AI can unlock valuable insights for entrepreneurs, enhancing research and decision-making. The conversation includes insights on Warren Buffett's take on AI's impact on investing. They also ponder the implications of big tech companies' strategies, highlighting the contrast between slower and faster movers in the AI landscape.
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Apple's Slow AI Approach
- Apple is lagging in AI development, likely due to a cautious approach after witnessing Google's missteps with Bard.
- Their slow pace is surprising given Siri's early presence and their access to consumer AI usage data.
Microsoft's Chip Investment
- Microsoft's investment in AMD for GPU chip development is beneficial for the AI market.
- Increased competition with NVIDIA will likely lower GPU prices, crucial for wider AI adoption.
Buffett's AI Prediction
- Warren Buffett's statement about AI changing the world but not eliminating investor opportunities can be interpreted in two ways.
- It either reflects a macro view on capitalism or refers specifically to the act of investment, given AI's role in trading.