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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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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.
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Dec 21, 2023 • 47min
The case for AI optimism
Reid Hoffman, co-founder of PayPal and LinkedIn, is a vocal proponent of AI optimism. He argues that slowing innovation is anti-humanistic and shares insights on the historical context of technology's advancements. Hoffman addresses workplace fears about AI job displacement, advocating for human-AI collaboration instead. He discusses the ethical challenges in AI development and the exciting potential of Inflection AI's empathetic chatbots. Finally, he offers predictions on the future of AI, particularly advancements from GPT-4 to GPT-5.
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Dec 14, 2023 • 40min
How AI can help small businesses
Alyssa Henry, former CEO of Square and VP at AWS, shares insights from her impressive tech career at Amazon and Microsoft. She discusses how AI is revolutionizing small businesses, making marketing and operations more manageable. The conversation dives into the latent demand for AI-driven content generation and how Square utilized GPT-2 in innovative product offerings. Alyssa also highlights the potential of consolidating e-commerce workflows, paving the way for small companies to thrive in an evolving digital landscape.
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Dec 7, 2023 • 27min
AI is the new enterprise UI with Clara Shih, CEO Salesforce AI
Clara Shih, CEO of Salesforce AI, is a trailblazer in integrating AI within enterprise systems. She shares insights on how Salesforce's AI, first launched as Einstein, is revolutionizing user experiences. Clara discusses the evolution of AI in customer service and the importance of data management for successful adoption. She also highlights the innovative solutions Salesforce is deploying, including tailored AI models for major clients. The conversation explores the future of AI in startups and the critical role it will play in transforming industries.
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Nov 30, 2023 • 26min
Open AI leadership shuffle, new diffusion models, and starting the cult of Q*
Dive into the dramatic shifts at OpenAI and what they mean for the future of tech leadership. Discover the latest advancements in video generation, like text-to-video and avatar cloning, that are reshaping the landscape. Unpack the migration from diffusion models to powerful language models and the evolving investment opportunities in AI. Plus, enjoy some lighthearted creativity with quirky branding ideas for an AI fund. It's a mix of serious insights and playful banter!
