AI Inside

Jason Howell and Jeff Jarvis break down 1) Anthropic’s fair use win in the AI copyright case 2) Pirated book datasets and the looming shadow library trial 3) Apple’s rumored talks to acquire or partner with Perplexity 4) What a Perplexity deal could mean for Siri and search 5) Meta’s own interest in Perplexity and AI talent wars 6) Google’s new Chromebook Plus and on-device AI upgrades 7) Meta’s AI-powered smart glasses and the rise of wearables 8) UK study on kids’ generative AI habits 9) Chatbots filling therapy gaps for children 10) Sam Altman’s take on raising kids with AI 11) OpenAI’s IO trademark dispute with Jony Ive 12) Meta’s struggle to label AI-generated video 13) Senate’s move to block state AI laws 14) Perplexity’s Comet browser for Windows 15) John Oliver’s takedown of viral AI slop. Subscribe to the YouTube channel! ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@aiinsideshow⁠⁠ Enjoying the AI Inside podcast? Please rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ in your podcatcher of choice! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. CHAPTERS: 0:01:03 - Anthropic Scores a Landmark AI Copyright Win—but Will Face Trial Over Piracy Claims 0:25:35 - Bill Gross' ProRata.ai launches its "ethical search engine," gist.ai 0:28:27 - Apple is reportedly considering the acquisition of Perplexity AI 0:35:21 - Meta held talks to buy Thinking Machines, Perplexity, and Safe Superintelligence 0:38:48 - Google brings new Gemini features to Chromebooks, debuts first on-device AI 0:44:41 - Introducing Oakley Meta Glasses, a New Category of Performance AI Glasses 0:53:28 - Turing Institute study on children and AI 0:56:55 - Kids Are in Crisis. Could Chatbot Therapy Help? 1:01:50 - OpenAI CEO says his kids will ‘never be smarter than AI’— and that his parenting style relies on ChatGPT 1:04:09 - OpenAI pulls promotional materials around Jony Ive deal due to court order 1:05:51 - OpenAI’s first AI device with Jony Ive won’t be a wearable 1:07:10 - Meta told oversight board it can't automatically detect AI-manipulated video or audio. 1:08:13 - Senate Can Keep Ban on State AI Rules in Trump Tax Bill 1:09:51 - Perplexity's AI-powered browser opens up to select Windows users 1:10:50 - John Oliver on AI slop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the dynamic world of AI as Amazon's CEO warns about potential job cuts. Discover contrasting views from industry leaders on AI's employment impact. Explore new job titles emerging in the AI landscape, and hear about OpenAI's substantial defense contract. Unpack the evolution of technology's role in media consumption and how toy companies are integrating AI. Plus, catch humorous discussions on AGI Barbie and crucial ethical considerations in AI training and privacy.

Dive into the latest AI news, where illusion meets reality! Apple critiques AI reasoning, debunking the thinking myth. Industry leaders face the superintelligence hype and the dangers of anthropomorphizing AI. Explore Meta's bold new lab and the discussions on the limits of artificial cognition. Discover how AI intersects with creativity in Hollywood and its impact on filmmaking. It's a fascinating blend of innovation and caution in the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence!

Explore Meta's ambitious plan to fully automate ad creation and targeting by 2026, raising questions about privacy and humanity's role in decision-making. The discussion also covers a groundbreaking AI licensing deal between the New York Times and Amazon, as well as major music industry negotiations with generative AI firms. Plus, get the scoop on Google's innovative app for running AI models on the go and how AI is changing the advertising landscape with hyper-personalization and algorithm-driven strategies.

This discussion dives deep into Anthropic's latest AI models and the ethical concerns surrounding AI behavior, including unsettling blackmail scenarios. It explores Google's Veo 3, a promising tool for content creators, while contrasting it with traditional dystopian portrayals of AI in film. The rise of Duolingo's AI-first approach sparks conversations about job security and the tension between innovation and copyright. Finally, a critical look at the competitive AI landscape reveals a mix of optimism and skepticism about its future.

Nick Fox, who leads Google's search product team, shares insights on reinventing Google Search and Maps through AI. He discusses how innovations like AI Overviews and AI Mode are transforming user interactions, enhancing contextual search capabilities, and balancing innovation with simplicity. The conversation touches on the future of web publishing in the AI landscape, including advertising strategies and user trust. Jeff Jarvis joins to discuss tech news, including OpenAI's significant deal with Jony Ive, adding another layer of relevance to the talk.

Robert Hallock, VP and GM at Intel, shares his insights on the booming AI PC market. He explains how new hardware accelerators are revolutionizing personal computing by enabling smarter, faster, and more private experiences. Hallock delves into the architectural shifts that set AI PCs apart from traditional ones and emphasizes the crucial role of localized AI for everyday users. He also discusses Intel's strategy to make advanced AI features accessible to everyone, breaking down the differences between CPUs, GPUs, and NPUs in this innovative landscape.

Dive into the $10 billion AI chip deal between NVIDIA, AMD, and Saudi Arabia, unpacking its political implications. Explore the surprising shift where AI leaders now resist regulation and the midlife crisis facing Big Tech as they navigate AI. Discover the legal drama surrounding AI training and copyright, alongside Audible's innovative use of AI for audiobooks. Additionally, examine how ChatGPT impacts student learning and the challenges of authenticity in AI-driven hiring practices!

OpenAI decides to remain a nonprofit, sparking discussions about balancing profit and purpose in tech. Sam Altman's new venture explores iris-scanning identity verification, while Google rolls out a confusing AI search mode. Amazon unveils robots with a sense of touch, revolutionizing the industry. Meanwhile, Apple shakes things up with AI-driven search features. On the workplace front, honesty about AI use may lead to distrust among colleagues, highlighting the complex relationship between trust and technology.

Emily Bender, a Linguistics Professor at the University of Washington, and Alex Hanna, a sociologist and Director of Research at DAIR, dive into the AI hype we encounter every day. They clarify the misuse of 'AI' and why community-driven projects may better serve marginalized groups. The conversation unpacks the real-world harms of generative tools, questions the limits of automated creativity, and emphasizes the need for accountability in tech. Their insights reveal a path toward ethical and inclusive AI that reflects diverse voices.