

Jonathan Ross
Founder of Groq, an AI chip maker focused on fast inference. Previously worked at Google and started the Google TPU.
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Feb 17, 2025 • 1h 21min
20VC: NVIDIA vs Groq: The Future of Training vs Inference | Meta, Google, and Microsoft's Data Center Investments: Who Wins | Data, Compute, Models: The Core Bottlenecks in AI & Where Value Will Distribute with Jonathan Ross, Founder @ Groq
Jonathan Ross, Founder and CEO of Groq, shares his insights into the evolving landscape of AI hardware. He discusses the competitive dynamics between training and inference, noting why NVIDIA struggles with inference costs. Ross emphasizes the importance of synthetic data and efficient model performance as key to scaling AI. He also delves into the implications of data center investments by giants like Meta, Google, and Microsoft, asserting that many dollars may be lost in these ventures. Lastly, he touches on China's AI strategy and Europe's potential in the upcoming AI revolution.

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Jan 30, 2025 • 55min
20VC: Deepseek Special: Is Deepseek a Weapon of the CCP | How Should OpenAI and the US Government Respond | Why $500BN for Stargate is Not Enough | The Future of Inference, NVIDIA and Foundation Models with Jonathan Ross @ Groq
Jonathan Ross, Co-founder and CEO of Groq, shares insights on Deepseek's potential links to the CCP and the implications of its groundbreaking open-source model. He analyzes how Deepseek redefines AI efficiency and the ethical dilemmas within the ongoing AI arms race. The conversation also tackles U.S. data security concerns and the financial impacts of the $500BN Stargate project. Ross emphasizes the balance between innovation and regulation as AI technologies evolve amid fierce competition.

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Apr 30, 2024 • 52min
Groq CEO Jonathan Ross - Next Gen AI Hardware
Groq CEO Jonathan Ross, inventor of Google's TPU, discusses the future of AI industries, semiconductor supply chains, chip development challenges, and prompt writing tips from an AI pro. The podcast delves into the evolving landscape of compute and data in the AI economy, the impact of AI on industries, tech giants in chip design, benefits of a North American supply chain, and future predictions in the tech industry.

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Mar 29, 2022 • 52min
Ep. 42 | Groq CEO and Ex-Googler Jonathan Ross on the Petaflop AI Chip and First Ever TPU
Hardware and software engineering expert Jonathan Ross, CEO of Groq, discusses designing Google's first TPU and leading innovative AI hardware creation. He shares insights on chip architecture, the importance of hardware in problem-solving, and the groundbreaking technology behind Groq's chips. Ross also explores his entrepreneurial journey and the significance of empathy in innovation, emphasizing the culture of talent acquisition and product excellence for successful projects.

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Nov 7, 2024 • 1h 15min
Risks, Rewards, and Building the Unicorn Chip Company Taking on Nvidia | Inside Groq with Jonathan Ross
In a dynamic conversation, Jonathan Ross, Founder and CEO of Groq—a semiconductor startup valued at $2.8 billion—shares his journey from Google engineer to entrepreneur. He discusses the risks and near-death experiences that shaped Groq, emphasizing its mission to democratize low-cost generative AI computation. Topics include the importance of corporate culture in driving innovation, the challenge of competing with giants like Nvidia, and the need for long-term vision and empathy in tech leadership. Ross’s insights illuminate the transformative potential of AI and the true nature of disruption.

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Apr 9, 2025 • 35min
With Groq, Jonathan Ross is taking AI inference to new speeds
Jonathan Ross, Founder of Groq and former Google TPU pioneer, discusses the rapid evolution of AI chips capable of fast inference. He emphasizes that quicker processing not only enhances user experience but also slashes energy and compute costs. The conversation covers how Groq is shaking up the chip market and the global dynamics of AI inference. Ross highlights the emerging role of prompt engineering in AI and its potential to democratize access to technology while raising concerns about data safety.

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Jan 17, 2024 • 1h 22min
NCI: AI Chip Wars: LPUs, TPUs & GPUs w/ Jonathan Ross, Founder Groq
Founder of Groq, Jonathan Ross, discusses the Genesis of Grok, AI chip technology, business model, CPU vs. GPU vs. TPU vs. LPU, AI's future impact, AI in games, limitations of human knowledge, winners and losers in AI, Google's role, AI's impact on the semiconductor industry, open source importance for AI safety.

May 30, 2025 • 25min
Groq’s founder on why AI’s next big shift isn’t about Nvidia
Jonathan Ross, the Founder and CEO of Groq, discusses the innovative landscape of AI with insights from his experience designing custom chips at Google. He outlines the game-changing potential of Groq's language processing units (LPUs) versus Nvidia’s GPUs, highlighting competitive dynamics and challenges like HBM supply constraints. Ross shares his experiences from a recent tech trip to Saudi Arabia, explores the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, and reveals unique funding strategies vital for growing Groq's infrastructure.

Aug 5, 2024 • 42min
Tech Selloff Deepens: Nasdaq 100 Faces Worst Drop Since 2022
Jonathan Ross, the founder and CEO of a cutting-edge AI company, joins to discuss the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence amidst a downturn in tech stocks. The conversation delves into the recent market volatility, highlighting the significant drops of major players like Nvidia and Apple. Ross shares insights on how economic factors influence investor behavior and the implications for future tech investments. The episode also touches on the growing challenges of navigating the venture capital landscape in the face of market uncertainties.

Mar 19, 2021 • 56min
#302 Jonathan Ross - CEO & Founder at Groq
Jonathan Ross, CEO and Founder at Groq, discusses how Groq's processors aim to make compute functionally free for everyone, the importance of culture items in a scaling organization, and why hiring engineers with high empathy leads to innovation. They also explore the manufacturing process of chips, the value proposition of compute power, the limits of physical chips and reversible computing.