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Explore the future of mixed reality as hosts dive into Google's new XR prototypes, including Astro glasses and Project Aura. Discover how Nvidia's H200 chips are now cleared for export to China and the implications for chip smuggling. The conversation also highlights Meta's acquisition of the Limitless AI pendant and Pebble's budget-friendly smart ring debut. Plus, learn about the Agentic AI Foundation's mission to standardize AI protocols and the unsettling rise of AI browsers affecting data privacy.

Juston Payne, Senior Director of Product Management for XR at Google, shares insights on Project Aura and Android XR. He discusses why XR represents the next big computing platform, drawing parallels to the early iPhone era. Juston explains how Google's ecosystem supports developers, making it easier to transition existing apps to XR. He recounts a heartwarming story of his son using prototype glasses in Rome, showcasing real-world applications. Expect talk of privacy, the lessons from Google Glass, and how multimodal AI is pivotal for the future of XR.

Dive into the evolution of AI as Jason and Jeff celebrate ChatGPT's third birthday, reflecting on its revolutionary impact on technology and education. They discuss Apple's new AI chief and the company's potential hardware ambitions. The duo also critiques generative AI's influence on creativity, spotlighting James Cameron's reservations about replacing actors. Plus, explore Silicon Valley's tactics for training AI agents with cloned websites and the advancements in generative media, from DeepDream to realistic video.

Dive into the intriguing launch of Google's Nano Banana Pro, powered by the cutting-edge Gemini 3. Discover insights from Jason's conversations with Google's leaders and how Nvidia's robust earnings challenge AI bubble fears. Unpack the implications of Trump's Genesis Mission and the landmark copyright settlement between Warner Music and Suno. Plus, explore the new Anthropic Opus 4.5 model and the age ban dilemma surrounding Character AI, all while teasing an exciting AI hardware prototype from Jony Ive and Sam Altman!

Discover the groundbreaking features of Google’s Gemini 3, which integrates text, video, and audio for a seamless user experience. The discussion also dives into Microsoft’s ambitious AI Copilot and its implications for Windows users. Enjoy thrilling debates on the limitations of LLMs and predictions about the AI bubble, as industry figures weigh in. Plus, learn about Jeff Bezos’s well-funded Project Prometheus focusing on engineering and manufacturing innovations. Tune in for insights on the future of AI and its challenges!

Charles Lamanna, a Microsoft executive and leader of Business Apps and Agents, discusses the groundbreaking Agent 365. He shares insights on how AI agents are already operating within companies and the crucial aspects of securing their identities and permissions. The conversation addresses customer fears about autonomous agents, emphasizing Microsoft's safeguards like real-time inspection. Lamanna also reveals how Agent 365 will audit agents, ensuring governance and security while enabling smooth integration across platforms.

Yann LeCun might leave Meta to launch a startup, stirring excitement in the AI community. SoftBank's sale of its Nvidia stake fuels a $30 billion investment in OpenAI. An AI-generated country song has made waves on the Billboard charts, highlighting AI's cultural impact. The discussion on OpenAI and government loan guarantees raises eyebrows, while Perplexity's cautious stance on companion chatbots hints at ethical dilemmas. Plus, Apple’s rumored licensing of Google’s Gemini for Siri promises future enhancements.

The podcast dives into the intense legal fight between Amazon and Perplexity over AI agents making purchases. They discuss OpenAI’s astronomical $38 billion cloud deal with Amazon and ponder if OpenAI is becoming too big to fail. The hosts also explore the implications of AI in music copyright, highlighting a settlement involving Universal Music and Udio. Additionally, they share insights on Google’s innovative AI ads, Coca-Cola's latest holiday marketing, and new developments with OpenAI’s Sora app, sparking debates about brand control and impersonation.

OpenAI is restructuring for profit and moving closer to an IPO. The discussion dives into Amazon's hefty job cuts, questioning if AI is the main driver behind the layoffs. Adobe’s Firefly 5 is unveiled, featuring advanced generative capabilities like soundtrack creation. Qualcomm enters the AI chip market, challenging Nvidia's dominance. Meanwhile, Elon Musk launches Grokipedia, raising eyebrows about its accuracy. The hosts also explore Amazon's new smart glasses and robotics innovations, and Anthropic’s cloud deal with Google.

This episode is sponsored by Airia. Get started today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠airia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. Tom Merritt joins Jason Howell to talk about OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas browser (with demo), Samsung's Galaxy XR headset, Anthropic's Claude Code launch, and Microsoft's push for voice-controlled AI PCs. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Podcast begins 04:16 - I tried the Samsung Galaxy XR headset, and I wasn't worried for smart glasses at all 12:35 - Jason's video: Galaxy XR’s hidden message about the future of smartglasses 21:52- OpenAI is launching a web browser called Atlas 34:56 - OpenAI pauses Sora video generations of Martin Luther King Jr. 37:48 - OpenAI cracks down on Sora 2 deepfakes after pressure from Bryan Cranston, SAG-AFTRA 40:08 - YouTube’s likeness-detection technology has officially launched 43:45 - Microsoft wants you to talk to your PC and let AI control it 48:45 - Anthropic’s Claude Code Comes to Web and Mobile 50:29 - Pinterest adds controls to let you limit the amount of ‘AI slop’ in your feed 52:22 - GM plans to launch eyes-off driving, Google AI and other new in-vehicle tech by 2028 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices