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Apr 23, 2024 • 55min

AI Demos and News: Llama 3, Marblism, Lumona & AI Jet-Fighter Dogfights | E1936

Explore the impact of AI models like Llama 3 and Facebook's influence. Discover the potential of AI in dogfighting and first-party research. Speculate on GPT-5 release and analyze data aggregation with LLMs. Delve into cost-effective design strategies and startup insights.
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Apr 20, 2024 • 53min

AI Demos: Meta AI Ups it’s Game with Llama 3 | E1935

This podcast delves into AI, LLMs, and Grock infrastructure, Meta's search engine and investment strategies, Zuckerberg's approach towards Google, Meta's landing page design, the importance of a dedicated domain name, and the impact of AI tools on development pace.
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Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 12min

Redpoint Ventures and Stepstone Group on VC Deployment, M&A, and Google's AI Strategy | E1934

The podcast discusses fundraising market trends, startup acquisitions, and Google's AI strategy. They delve into the challenges of venture capital, unethical behaviors, and due diligence in the industry. The conversation touches on the nuances of fund management, automation in customer interactions, and the dynamics of tech investing.
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Apr 17, 2024 • 44min

Destiny (D/XYZ) and the Buzz Around Public Access to Private Companies | E1933

Exploring Destiny Tech 100's aim to democratize tech investments, transitioning from closed-end funds to public stock listing. Insights on online payment methods and going public. Discussion on trading performance, fund management, sales teams, compliance, and investment strategies. Navigating risks in investments and secondary markets in private companies, addressing complexities of equity distribution.
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Apr 17, 2024 • 54min

Startup pitch competition! Jason invests $25K into one of three founders | E1932

A startup pitch competition with three founders showcasing innovative ideas: Jared pitches a smart grip device for golf, Linda presents Mastertech using AI for auto repairs, and Aleksandr introduces Ellis, an AI-driven B2B email marketing platform. Jason invests $25K in one of these startups, highlighting the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship.
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Apr 14, 2024 • 1h

Udio AI’s Music Magic, Aqua’s Unique Dictation, Copyright Laws & the 1000x Potential of AI  | E1931

The podcast delves into AI news with topics like a new bill on AI companies revealing use of copyrighted art, the hype around Udio AI music creator, Aqua's AI dictation power, and more innovative tech advancements.
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Apr 12, 2024 • 1h 16min

Tomasz Tunguz and David Clark on how to invest in AI and Q1 2024 startup valuations | E1930

David Clark and Tomasz Tunguz join Jason Calacanis to discuss the latest YC class, rise of AI startups, startup valuations, and the changing landscape of seed deals and Series A rounds. They explore the challenges of investing in the dynamic AI market, the significance of adaptable founders, and the importance of strategic decision-making in the evolving landscape of venture capital investments.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 48min

The Alef Model A and the future of flying cars with Alef CEO Jim Dukhovny | E1929

Jim Dukhovny, CEO of Alef, discusses the future of flying cars, including vehicle design, propulsion systems, commercial aspects, regulatory challenges, and manufacturing plans. The podcast explores innovative design concepts, pricing strategies, regulatory hurdles, safety advantages, and the potential timeline for bringing the product to market.
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Apr 9, 2024 • 1h 4min

Liquid AI's Ramin Hasani on liquid neural networks, AI advancement, the race to AGI & more! | E1928

Ramin Hasani, Co-founder of Liquid AI, discusses liquid neural networks, AI advancement, and the race to AGI. They explore liquid neural networks' applications and efficiency on small devices like Raspberry Pi. Commercializing worm-inspired AI for diverse sectors and the transformative potential of AI modeled after worms is also discussed.
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Apr 6, 2024 • 1h 3min

Apurva Mehta and Jack Altman on Sam Altman, CalPERS, and Liquidation Preferences | E1927

Apurva Mehta and Jack Altman discuss Sam Altman's investment success, the role of SPVs in investments, CalPERS increasing exposure to venture, and liquidation preferences. They dive into investment strategies, trust in the ecosystem, and the importance of alignment between partners in managing multiple investors through SPVs.

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