No Priors: Artificial Intelligence | Technology | Startups
Conviction
At this moment of inflection in technology, co-hosts Elad Gil and Sarah Guo talk to the world's leading AI engineers, researchers and founders about the biggest questions: How far away is AGI? What markets are at risk for disruption? How will commerce, culture, and society change? What’s happening in state-of-the-art in research? “No Priors” is your guide to the AI revolution. Email feedback to show@no-priors.com.Sarah Guo is a startup investor and the founder of Conviction, an investment firm purpose-built to serve intelligent software, or "Software 3.0" companies. She spent nearly a decade incubating and investing at venture firm Greylock Partners.Elad Gil is a serial entrepreneur and a startup investor. He was co-founder of Color Health, Mixer Labs (which was acquired by Twitter). He has invested in over 40 companies now worth $1B or more each, and is also author of the High Growth Handbook.
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Apr 25, 2024 • 31min
OpenAI’s Sora team thinks we’ve only seen the "GPT-1 of video models"
Tim Brooks leads the Sora team at OpenAI, working on groundbreaking generative video models. He dives into the capabilities of these models, which create high-definition video clips from text prompts, emphasizing we're still in the early stages of this technology. The team discusses the importance of safety to prevent deep fakes and misinformation, as well as the role of user feedback in refining the model. They touch on how advancements in video generation may bring us closer to achieving artificial general intelligence while balancing innovation and responsibility.
Apr 18, 2024 • 25min
The Future of AI Artistry with Suhail Doshi from Playground AI
Suhail Doshi, founder of Playground AI, discusses the intersection of AI and artistry. He elaborates on how multimodal models enhance creativity by integrating language and vision. The conversation dives into Playground AI's user-friendly interface, promoting accessibility in AI-generated art. Suhail shares insights on the evolution of AI architectures, particularly diffusion models, and their applications in various artistic domains. Excitingly, he envisions a future where AI continues to revolutionize creative processes, unlocking new possibilities for artists.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 26min
Hyperscaler strategy in AI, the application landscape heats up, and what we know now about agents with Sarah and Elad
Sarah and Elad dive into the exciting world of AI, comparing its rapid evolution to the internet boom. They explore significant investments in AI, including the Microsoft/Inflection deal, and discuss emerging trends in voice cloning and video technology. The conversation highlights advances in agentic user interfaces, making interactions with AI more intuitive. Lastly, they uncover the growing prosumer market, emphasizing how advanced tools like Canva are shaping user adoption and enhancing decision-making in the digital landscape.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 38min
The argument for humanoid AI robots with Brett Adcock from Figure
In this discussion, Brett Adcock, Founder and CEO of Figure AI, dives into the evolution of humanoid robots designed to take on dull and dangerous tasks. He shares why now is the ideal time for these robots to enter both industrial and domestic spaces. Brett reveals impressive capabilities of his robots, such as walking and making coffee, and highlights strategic partnerships with BMW and OpenAI. The conversation also touches on addressing social acceptance for AI robots and the vital role of innovative teamwork in shaping their future.
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Mar 28, 2024 • 28min
Open sourcing AI app development with Harrison Chase from LangChain
Harrison Chase, CEO and co-founder of LangChain, dives into the world of open-source AI app development. He discusses the challenges faced by enterprise teams in training apps effectively, emphasizing the need for improved memory in AI. The conversation touches on the importance of adaptable prompts and switching between different model APIs. Harrison also shares insights on the evolution of AI applications and the impact of user experience in fostering innovation. Tune in for a fascinating look at the future of AI development!
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Mar 21, 2024 • 39min
Speed will win the AI computing battle with Tuhin Srivastava from Baseten
Tuhin Srivastava, CEO and co-founder of Baseten, specializes in scalable AI infrastructure. He shares insights on why speed is crucial for AI development, emphasizing the need for efficient code rather than no-code solutions. The conversation highlights surprising use cases for Baseten and discusses the challenges of AI training and deployment in the current landscape. Tuhin also tackles the impact of hardware shortages and the defensibility of jobs in AI, arguing that strategic investment in computing is essential for future success.
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Mar 14, 2024 • 37min
Designing the Future: Dylan Field on AI, Collaboration, and Independence
Dylan Field, founder and CEO of Figma, shares insights from his groundbreaking design collaboration tool. He discusses Figma's independent future after a blocked Adobe merger, showcasing plans for innovative tools like FigJam and DevMode. The conversation turns to the role of AI in enhancing design workflows, emphasizing automation to eliminate repetitive tasks and foster creativity. Field also explores the evolving dynamics between designers and product managers, shaping a collaborative future in tech.
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Mar 7, 2024 • 42min
Big tech earnings and the current AI debates, with Sarah Guo and Elad Gil
Explore the latest breakthroughs in AI with Google's powerful Gemini model and the rapid advancements from Mistral. Delve into the competitive dynamics of tech giants like NVIDIA and Meta, and discuss the challenges and opportunities in the semiconductor industry. Uncover the fascinating relationship between AI adoption and ROI, along with the need for specialized tools. The podcast also touches on the evolving landscape of corporate investment in AI and the humorous side of using AI for tasks like academic writing.
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Feb 29, 2024 • 39min
Competition makes for better chip design with AMD CTO Mark Papermaster
Mark Papermaster, the CTO of AMD, shares his wealth of experience from tech giants like IBM and Apple. He dives into AMD's evolving strategy in the AI landscape and discusses the significance of competition in chip design. Papermaster explores the impact of generative AI on GPU market dynamics and the role of open-source technologies. He highlights innovations in chip technology while navigating supply chain challenges, and shares a sneak peek into AMD's strategic vision for 2024, promising exciting advancements for cloud, edge, and gaming sectors.
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Feb 22, 2024 • 31min
Improving search with RAG architecture with Pinecone CEO Edo Liberty
Discover how RAG architecture is revolutionizing search with Pinecone's CEO, Edo Liberty. Learn about the power of vector databases and their role in enhancing accuracy and operational efficiency. The discussion dives into Pinecone's innovative Canopy product, making serverless search a reality. Explore hybrid search models that blend keywords with embeddings, and hear about the future of AI infrastructure. This episode uncovers the potential of data to drive better search experiences for companies and users alike.
