The Peak Daily Fast and cheap đď¸- AI faces another DeepSeek moment, Airbnb wants to be an everything app.
Nov 13, 2025
A Chinese AI firm has disrupted the scene with a new model that does more with less, taking on industry giants. Airbnb is aiming for a major transformation by introducing add-ons like private chefs and personal trainers to enhance travel experiences. The discussion also covers the implications of AI competition and investment trends, alongside the latest revelations in the Epstein case. With record private equity investments and a new prediction market from FanDuel, the business landscape is buzzing with fresh developments.
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Small, Focused Models Punch Above Weight
- Moonshot AI's Kimi K2 shows smaller, cheaper models can beat big closed models on many practical tasks.
- Open, focused models plus tool use challenge expensive closed lab approaches and shift competitive dynamics.
Leverage Tools And Selective Model Routing
- Use external tools and selective model routing to make smaller models answer complex queries effectively.
- Prioritize relevant subnetworks of a model for tasks instead of always running the full parameter set.
Airbnb Moves Toward An Everything App
- Airbnb is expanding beyond rentals into on-demand services like stocked fridges and personal chefs via partners like Instacart.
- The move aims to capture more revenue as core rental growth slows and user engagement needs diversification.