

The Limitless Podcast
Limitless by Bankless
Exploring the frontiers of Technology and AI
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Aug 8, 2025 • 36min
AI's Wildest Week Ever: Everything You Need To Know in 36 Minutes
Dive into an exhilarating week of AI breakthroughs! Discover the mixed reviews on GPT-5, while Google's Genie-3 transforms prompts into immersive game worlds. Hear how ElevenLabs Music generates hit tracks in mere seconds, and learn about Chai-2's revolutionary cancer research advancements. Marvel at Meta's hefty $29B investment in AI infrastructure and the stunning capabilities of Midjourney's cinematic video features. Innovation is unstoppable, and these developments redefine our digital landscape!

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Aug 7, 2025 • 26min
The GPT-5 Reveal Nobody Expected (Not in a Good Way)
OpenAI's introduction of GPT-5 causes quite a stir, showcasing a three-tier model and new features like customizable personalities and advanced voice functionalities. Engaging demos reveal both impressive creativity and some confusing hiccups, including a bizarre eulogy. Mixed feelings emerge as the hosts critique the presentation and its benchmarks. Despite some innovative features, expectations remain unmet as they compare GPT-5 unfavorably with competitors. The integration with Gmail and Google Calendar promises enhanced productivity, making daily tasks smoother.

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Aug 6, 2025 • 27min
OpenAI Just Gave Away Their Secret Formula... For Free?
Discover OpenAI's groundbreaking shift to open-source with their new models, enabling enhanced privacy and customization for users. Explore the promising future of local AI computing that brings powerful models right to your devices. The discussion dives into the competitive landscape against Chinese alternatives, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities. Plus, get excited about the anticipated advancements from GPT-5 and how they could revolutionize the AI space!

Aug 6, 2025 • 25min
The X-Rated AI Companion That’s Going Mega Viral | Grok Companions (xAI)
Discover the fascinating world of virtual AI companions like the flirty Ani and sarcastic Rudi, designed to transform user engagement. The innovative text-to-video tool, Imagine, showcases incredible speed in generating content, merging creativity with emotion. Dive into the cultural phenomenon of AI companionship, revealing its impact on human relationships. Plus, explore how these advancements in AI are reshaping interactions and the future of storytelling. It's a bold leap into the next era of technology!

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Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 10min
OpenRouter: The Only AI Tool You'll Ever Need | Founder Alex Atallah
Alex Atallah, Founder and CEO of OpenRouter AI and co-founder of OpenSea, shares insights from his journey in tech. He discusses how OpenRouter addresses the fragmentation in AI models by aggregating over 400 options. The conversation dives into the importance of community in innovation, the balance between open-source and closed-source models, and the rising significance of token metrics in evaluating AI performance. Atallah also highlights the future of AI and the potential role of user control in shaping technological advancements.

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Aug 1, 2025 • 32min
AI Arms Race: Can Elon’s 550,000 GPU Monster Beat OpenAI’s Stargate?
Dive into the intense AI arms race among tech giants like XAI, OpenAI, and Google. XAI's Colossus 2 supercluster, built with over 550,000 GPUs in just 19 days, showcases revolutionary efficiency. Explore the ambitious Stargate project facing funding hurdles and its potential to create hundreds of thousands of jobs. Amidst these advancements, consider the implications of massive energy demands and the national security stakes involved. This competition promises to reshape science and society, while raising intriguing questions about the future of AI.

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Jul 30, 2025 • 28min
AI Browsers Will Completely Change How You Use The Internet
Discover how AI browsers are reshaping web navigation as we know it. The hosts share firsthand experiences with Perplexity's Comet and Microsoft's Edge, revealing both the advantages and limitations of these innovative tools. Delve into the market dynamics as Google remains noticeably absent. Speculation surrounds the future of intuitive browsing experiences that could integrate voice and eye movements. This insightful discussion leaves listeners pondering if we truly stand on the brink of a revolutionary browsing era or merely a cosmetic upgrade!

Jul 29, 2025 • 10min
Neuralink’s Plan To Merge AI With Humans Before It’s Too Lake
Dive into the revolutionary world of brain-machine interfaces and explore Neuralink's role in restoring mobility for paralyzed individuals. The conversation unveils Elon Musk's ambitious vision for enhancing human cognition in an AI-dominated landscape. Ethical dilemmas surrounding access to our thoughts spark intriguing debates, while the prospect of telepathic communication opens fascinating possibilities. As the roadmap to 2030 unfolds, listeners are invited to ponder the merging of humanity and technology's limitless potential.

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Jul 24, 2025 • 26min
OpenAI and Google Just Beat the World's Smartest Mathematicians
The podcast dives into the historic gold medal wins of AI at the International Math Olympiad, sparking a debate over AI's role in education. It explores the intense competition between OpenAI and Google, filled with drama and ethical concerns. The conversation highlights the impressive abilities of AI in complex problem-solving while questioning the impact on traditional intelligence. Plus, it tackles the challenges of navigating identity in an AI-dominated world, raising important points about technological reliance and educational evolution.

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Jul 23, 2025 • 28min
OpenAI Announces the ChatGPT Agent: Everything You Need to Know
Discover the groundbreaking ChatGPT Agent, an AI assistant set to transform productivity. Hear about its capabilities to automate tasks like grocery ordering and financial planning, making daily life easier. The conversation touches on how this technology can impact retail, e-commerce, and the workforce. The ethical implications of its use are explored, along with the future of AI in website design and service automation. Join the dialogue on what this means for our daily routines and the economy!