The Bleeding Edge Podcast

AI News Roundup as it happened - Early November 2025

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Nov 9, 2025
Emil Ogier, an insightful AI news commentator, joins to discuss the seismic shifts reshaping industries through AI. They dive into the looming threat AI poses to traditional consulting models and how firms are pivoting to adapt. Valuations for AI companies are skyrocketing, spotlighting Nvidia as a frontrunner. Emil also explores the future of mobile tech, envisioning smartphones evolving into AR hubs. Ethical concerns surrounding companion apps are scrutinized, highlighting privacy risks in our increasingly personalized digital world.
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INSIGHT

Consulting Model Under Pressure

  • AI threatens traditional consultancy models by automating data analysis and presentation creation quickly.
  • Consultants must adapt their value proposition to survive rather than assume their roles are safe.
ADVICE

Safeguard Consulting Value

  • Do focus on brand, independent reviews, and deep specialization to preserve consultancy value.
  • Do pivot to new service propositions and build guardrails to stay competitive.
INSIGHT

Skyrocketing AI Valuations

  • AI company valuations have surged, with Nvidia near a $5T market cap and OpenAI privately around $500B.
  • This concentration creates systemic risk and political pressure for government backstops.
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