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Dec 15, 2023 • 6min
Instagram's GenAI powered background editing tool
Waymo launches curbside robotaxi pickup at Phoenix airport; Spotify confirms test of prompt-based AI playlists feature; Instagram introduces GenAI powered background editing tool Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 14, 2023 • 6min
Meta starts testing Threads integration
Google launches Gemini-based app development tool, Circuit City aims to raise $25M, Meta tests Threads integration, Verve Motion secures funding for robotic exosuits, Hexa expands startup studio model.
Dec 13, 2023 • 6min
2023's most-downloaded iPhone apps in the US
Discussion on a potential new feature on Instagram called Flipside and updates on Google Maps that give users more control over their personal information.
Dec 12, 2023 • 6min
TikTok becomes first non-game app to reach $10B in consumer spending
TikTok hits $10B in consumer spending, Elon Musk announces video in Spaces, Apple launches Journal app
Dec 9, 2023 • 5min
Google's best Gemini demo was faked
This podcast discusses OpenAI's collaboration in India, Snapchat Plus' revenue growth, and the controversy around Google's Gemini AI model.
Dec 8, 2023 • 6min
Amazon piloting a new $9.99 monthly grocery subscription
Amazon is piloting a $9.99 monthly grocery subscription for Prime members. YouTube introduces a 'pause' setting to filter out negative comments. Amazon stops accepting Venmo as a payment option. The impact on PayPal's shares is discussed. The podcast also covers a new grocery subscription pilot program for Prime Members with free delivery.
Dec 7, 2023 • 5min
Google's AI upgrade
In this podcast, they discuss the latest AI advancements from MetaAI, including a new generative AI experience for group chats. They also talk about Google's update to its AI chatbot, Bard, powered by Gemini.
Dec 6, 2023 • 6min
Meta set to discontinue cross-messaging between Instagram and Facebook
Meta announces discontinuation of cross-messaging between Instagram and Facebook. Updates on startups: Rightbot develops suction-based robots, Chiron Learning focuses on AI-based learning, and Omnifil works on supply chain enablement.
Dec 5, 2023 • 5min
Spotify cuts 17% of staff
Mastercard launches Shopping Muse, TikTok expands Ticketmaster feature, Spotify cuts jobs
Dec 2, 2023 • 5min
X Goes Chasing Small Business Ad Dollars
Amazon signs 3-launch deal with SpaceX for Project Kuiper satellite internet constellation; X says it will chase SMB ad dollars after Musk's 'go f*** yourself' comments to fleeing advertisers; Microsoft is in talks with partners about launching an Xbox mobile store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
