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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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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.
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Feb 15, 2024 • 42min
RAG is the key for smarter productivity tools with Notion CEO Ivan Zhao
Ivan Zhao, co-founder and CEO of Notion, dives deep into the future of productivity tools. He discusses how RAG models enhance information retrieval, allowing users to navigate their data more intuitively. Zhao highlights Notion's innovative Q&A interface and how the integration of AI is transforming traditional software systems. He also explores the shift from rigid organization to flexible, search-driven knowledge management, and how Notion is tackling challenges within the fragmented SaaS landscape, guiding teams toward a more cohesive and creative workspace.
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Feb 8, 2024 • 39min
Build AI products at on-AI companies with Emily Glassberg Sands from Stripe
Emily Glassberg Sands, Head of Information at Stripe and former VP of Data Science at Coursera, dives into the innovative integration of AI at Stripe. She discusses the company's strategic use of large language models and tools like Radar and Sigma Assistants to empower both technical and non-technical users. Emily explains how Stripe’s approach transforms workflows, making advanced AI accessible while fostering a culture of experimentation. She also touches on the future of generative AI in fintech and its potential to optimize payment processes.
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Jan 31, 2024 • 39min
The Copilot for Ecommerce with Shopify VP of Core Product Glen Coates
Glen Coates, VP of Core Product at Shopify and former founder of the B2B platform Handshake, shares insights on the evolving e-commerce landscape. He discusses Shopify's innovative new AI features designed to assist merchants with everything from product descriptions to marketing. Glen elaborates on their 'copilot' approach to AI, emphasizing collaboration over automation. The conversation also explores the challenges of integrating acquisitions and the complexities of software development, highlighting the importance of user experience amidst rapid technological change.
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Jan 25, 2024 • 41min
Building the factories of the future with Covariant CEO Peter Chen
Peter Chen, co-founder and CEO of Covariant, a cutting-edge robotics startup, shares insights on revolutionizing manufacturing and logistics with adaptive AI. He discusses the journey from research to commercialization, highlighting the need for robots to effectively learn and solve real-world tasks. Peter explores key innovations like the 'put wall' for e-commerce fulfillment and Covariant's strategic expansion plans. Additionally, he hints at a transformative 'Chat-GPT moment' for AI in robotics, where precision and safety will define the future.
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Jan 18, 2024 • 47min
Coding in Collaboration with AI with Sourcegraph CTO Beyang Liu
Beyang Liu, Co-founder and CTO of Sourcegraph, shares his insights on the intersection of AI and code development. He discusses how AI can alleviate the tedium in software engineering, enabling teams to produce more accurate work. Their new AI assistant, Cody, aims to enhance coding accuracy and efficiency by providing robust context. Beyang explores the future of software development, pondering the balance between human input and AI-generated code, and emphasizes the need for evolving skills in the face of advancing technology.
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Jan 11, 2024 • 19min
A No Priors clip show: the best of 2023
2023 was a year of groundbreaking AI insights. The discussions included OpenAI's shift towards the capped-profit model and the societal impacts of AI on jobs. Small businesses are leveraging AI for marketing, making tech more accessible. Key figures proposed new metrics for measuring AI's intelligence, urging a nuanced perspective. The transformative power of AI was likened to the steam engine, highlighting both its potential and the risks of displacement. Notably, one leader advocated balancing innovation with adaptability in the ever-evolving tech landscape.
