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AI Demos: New Runway, Flux, Grok 2.0 & Jam Session with Ulama | E1997

Aug 23, 2024

Sunny Madra, founder of Grok, explores how AI can transform work processes with tools like ChatGPT and real-time image generation. He discusses Grok's capabilities and the ethical implications of AI-generated content. Tyce Herrman, founder of Ulama, shares insights on AI's role in architectural compliance and innovation, showcasing how tech can streamline building assessments. Both guests dive into the potential risks of misinformation in the upcoming elections and highlight the creative advancements of AI that revolutionize industries.

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Quick takeaways

The podcast highlights the rise of AI-native professionals, who possess skills comparable to experienced individuals and reshape traditional career paths.

It emphasizes the growing trend of increased funding in the AI sector, with startups like Grok attracting substantial investments despite previous skepticism.

Concerns are raised regarding AI-generated misinformation, stressing the need for clear labeling mechanisms to ensure public trust in digital content.

Deep dives

Creating Custom Chrome Extensions with AI

The podcast discusses the innovative capability of AI tools, such as Claude, that allow users to create their own Chrome extensions on-the-fly. For example, a user demonstrated the creation of a Chrome extension that opens new tabs to a specific website, showcasing how simple it is to develop extensions for personal use or to share with others. This reflects a broader trend where users can take initiative to fill gaps in existing digital tools by harnessing AI capabilities. The ease of generating such tech shortcuts illustrates the increasing accessibility of coding and technical skills to the general public.

Master the Craft, Minimize Cost

03:38

Engage Early, Launch Strong

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Intro

2min

Fundraising, AI Advancement, and Career Evolution

7min

Maximizing Productivity with AI and Online Presence

4min

Exploring AI's Practical Applications and Implications

4min

Harnessing AI Collaboration and Recruitment Strategies

4min

AI and the Ethics of Image Generation

7min

Navigating Misinformation and the Rise of Developer Tools

3min

Navigating Misinformation in the AI Era

10min

The Impact of Misinformation and AI on Elections

2min

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Revolutionizing Creativity with AI

13min

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Empowering Entrepreneurs: Funding and Innovation

8min

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AI in Architectural Design: Navigating Compliance and Innovation

9min

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Building Stronger Product Launches Through Community Engagement

4min

Todays show:

Sunny joins Jason to dive into all things AI, including: utilizing ChatGPT for efficiency and quick answers (7:03, the future of AI applications and Claude demo (12:47), Flux demo (36:56). Runway Gen-3 Alpha (41:13), and new Jam with JCal with Tyce Herrman of Ulama.

Timestamps:

(0:00) Sunny joins Jason to jump in to AI demos. (1:24) Sundeep Madra on AI market trends and consumer adoption (3:31) AI-native interns and AI's role in career trajectories (7:03) Utilizing ChatGPT for efficiency and quick answers

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(12:47) Future of AI applications and Claude demo

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(20:56) Operating systems and AI integration (22:20) Grok for real-time information and AI images of public figures (25:14) AI-generated content concerns and parody vs misinformation

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(31:07) AI's impact on the 2024 election and content regulation (36:56) Introduction to Flux and demo of AI-generated images (41:13) AI's potential misuse in elections and Runway ML's new model (44:00) Creativity, fan films, and real-time editing advancements in AI (51:13) AI platforms for service industries and Mastertech AI applications (57:22) Funding opportunities for startups and closing remarks (1:01:55) Jam with JCal! Ulama introduction and software overview (1:04:34) AI in code compliance and architect feedback (1:07:45) Challenges in launching a standalone product and market potential (1:12:27) Strategies for architectural firm integration and marketing strategies

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LINKS:

Check out Grok 2.0: https://x.com/i/grok

Check out Flux: https://replicate.com/black-forest-labs/flux-pro

@RyanMorrisonJer’s tweet about Midjourney and Flux: https://x.com/ryanmorrisonjer/status/1822637652501319684?s=42

Check out Runway Gen-3 Alpha: https://runwayml.com/research/introducing-gen-3-alpha

Check out Avoca: https://www.avoca.ai/

Check out MasterTech AI: https://www.mastertech.ai/

Check out the Jam with JCal contest: https://jamwithjcal.tech/

Check out Ulama: https://www.ulama.tech/

Follow Sunny:

X: https://twitter.com/sundeep

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sundeepm

Follow Tyce: X: https://x.com/tycecycle

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyceherrman/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis

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