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(01:21) - Inside ChatGPT’s Everyday Uses (35:28) - 𝕏 Timeline Reactions (58:21) - John Shahidi is an Iranian-American entrepreneur and content/media executive based in Newport Beach, California. He co-founded Shots Studios (formerly Rock Software / RockLive) with his brother Sam Shahidi, originally doing mobile games and celebrity apps before shifting into talent management, content production, and podcasting. He also serves as President of Happy Dad Hard Seltzer & Tea and leads the Shots Podcast Network. He’s known for his ability to pivot from apps to multimedia ventures, working with influencers and creative talent, blending media, marketing, and branding in youth-oriented digital culture. (01:45:43) - 𝕏 Timeline Reactions (02:00:30) - Laura Deming, a venture capitalist and founder of the Longevity Fund, discusses her work at Until Labs, where she aims to develop hibernation pods akin to those in science fiction, with the immediate goal of cryopreserving human organs to improve transplant logistics. She highlights the challenges of scaling cryopreservation from embryos to human organs, emphasizing the need to prevent ice formation during the freezing process. Deming also touches on the potential future applications of this technology, including long-term space travel and extending human lifespan by pausing biological processes. (02:27:05) - 𝕏 Timeline Reactions (02:31:17) - Kimbal Musk, an entrepreneur and philanthropist, co-founded The Kitchen Restaurant Group and the nonprofit Big Green, focusing on sustainable food systems and education. In the conversation, he discusses the success of Nova Sky Stories' Vatican show, which attracted 300,000 attendees, and highlights plans for future large-scale drone art performances worldwide. He also emphasizes the importance of expanding their drone fleet to meet growing demand and maintaining a 100% safety record. (02:49:01) - Steven Glinert, CEO of Sphere Semi, announced the company's successful $12 million funding round led by Acme Capital and Future Ventures, bringing their total funding to $20 million. He emphasized Sphere Semi's focus on revolutionizing analog semiconductor design through AI, aiming to automate the traditionally manual process and enhance efficiency. Glinert also highlighted the company's strategic expansion into the defense sector, particularly in developing RF components, and plans to venture into mixed-signal chips to meet the growing demands of data centers. (02:57:29) - Ethan Barajas, co-founder and CEO of Icarus Robotics, is leading the development of dexterous, free-flying robots designed to perform routine maintenance and logistics tasks aboard spacecraft, thereby allowing astronauts to focus on scientific research and manufacturing. These robots, which can be controlled from the ground, aim to reduce the high costs associated with astronaut labor, estimated at $135,000 per hour. Icarus Robotics has secured a $6.1 million seed funding round and plans to launch their robots to the International Space Station by late 2026 or early 2027 for a year-long testing phase. (03:06:10) - Austin Petersmith, co-founder and CEO of Howie.ai, discusses the company's recent $6 million seed funding and the launch of their AI-powered scheduling assistant, Howie, which combines advanced models with human oversight to optimize meeting arrangements. He explains the product's pricing tiers—$35 per month for the base version and $145 for the Pro version, which offers white-labeling and advanced preferences—and addresses the challenges of balancing AI automation with human verification to ensure accuracy. Petersmith also shares insights into the competitive landscape, emphasizing the complexities of developing such a product and expressing confidence in Howie.ai's ability to stay ahead by continually enhancing their offerings. TBPN.com is made possible by: Ramp - https://ramp.comFigma - https://figma.comVanta - https://vanta.comLinear - https://linear.appEight Sleep - https://eightsleep.com/tbpnWander - https://wander.com/tbpnPublic - https://public.comAdQuick - https://adquick.comBezel - https://getbezel.com Numeral - https://www.numeralhq.comPolymarket - https://polymarket.comAttio - https://attio.com/tbpnFin - https://fin.ai/tbpnGraphite - https://graphite.devRestream - https://restream.ioProfound - https://tryprofound.comJulius AI - https://julius.aiturbopuffer - https://turbopuffer.comfal - https://fal.aiPrivy - https://www.privy.ioCognition - https://cognition.aiFollow TBPN: https://TBPN.comhttps://x.com/tbpnhttps://open.spotify.com/show/2L6WMqY3GUPCGBD0dX6p00?si=674252d53acf4231https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/technology-brothers/id1772360235https://www.youtube.com/@TBPNLive

Sam Ross, CEO of Numeral, shares insights on automating sales tax for e-commerce, emphasizing AI's role in compliance. Aaron Slodov of Atomic Industries discusses revitalizing U.S. manufacturing through tech innovation and upcoming Detroit expansions. Pippa Lamb highlights significant U.S. tech investments in the UK as the country aims for AI leadership under PM Keir Starmer. Ariana Thacker from MoldCo talks about transforming care for mold-related illnesses after her personal experience, supported by their recent $8M funding. Meanwhile, Will Hurd explores advancements in defense technology.

In this engaging discussion, Louis Mosley, Head of Palantir's UK operations, reveals the company's groundbreaking $1B deal with the UK Ministry of Defense and a massive $2B investment plan. Brendan Foody, CEO of Mercor, highlights their astounding growth fueled by AI-driven talent sourcing. Darren Mowry from Google Cloud discusses the transformative impact of AI on startups. Kayvon Beykpour shares insights from Periscope's legacy and his new venture's ambitious vision, while Dan Lahav and Ben Milne explore frontier AI security and innovative stablecoin solutions.

Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Meta, shares a bold vision for AI glasses and personal superintelligence. Chris Cox dives into Meta's product strategy and AI integration while advocating for user privacy. Alexandr Wang discusses Meta's AI lab and ambition for superintelligence, while Andrew Bosworth unveils innovations in AR and wearable tech. Filmmaker James Cameron emphasizes the potential of VR for immersive storytelling. Vishal Shah outlines the future of social experiences in VR, highlighting generative environments and user engagement.

Tim Higgins, a business columnist at The Wall Street Journal and author of *I Wore*, digs into Apple's dominance in tech. Andrew Yang, a former presidential candidate, discusses his mobile service venture, Noble Mobile, focused on reducing user costs. Tomer London from Gusto highlights new features improving small businesses' cash flow. Plus, insights from Alexander Embiricos on OpenAI's updated Codex model and Andrei Serban's revolutionary IT support system using AI. They touch on economic shifts, AI's coding impact, and innovative solutions in payroll.

Bill Bishop, an expert on Chinese politics and economics, dives deep into China's antitrust investigation into NVIDIA, dissecting its timing amidst U.S.-China tensions. Pete Shadbolt shares insights from PsiQuantum's journey, highlighting their quest for a million-qubit quantum computing system and key partnerships. Lukas Czinger discusses Divergent 3D's expansion challenges, while Kyle Samani emphasizes the emerging trends in cryptocurrency. The conversation seamlessly weaves through tech innovation, geopolitical concerns, and the future of AI.

Dive into the decline of AI adoption and its implications for job security. The excitement of YC Demo Day brings forth innovative entrepreneurial stories. Discover the insights of Peter Tuchman, the Einstein of Wall Street. Apple's debut of the iPhone 17 unveils stunning graphical capabilities and new features, while discussions on AI-driven app innovations hint at a creative future. The podcast also tackles tech strategies as companies navigate geopolitical tensions, particularly shifting manufacturing from China to India.

The conversation kicks off with reactions to recent timelines in tech. Key insights into OpenAI's for-profit restructuring and its partnership with Microsoft are explored. Listeners hear a candid take from Anthropic's CEO on AI's future. The winning formula for AI founders is discussed, intertwining startup culture and the challenges of attracting talent in a competitive landscape. Plus, trends in luxury real estate and innovative marketing strategies using AI tools like ChatGPT provide engaging perspectives on the evolving tech economy.

In this discussion, Josh Machiz, CMO at Lightspeed, shares his mission to amplify media presence for founders, stressing authenticity. Former F1 champion and venture capitalist Nico Rosberg talks about bridging European corporates and U.S. startups while highlighting the speed of China's EV tech. Amjad Masad, CEO of Replit, unveils Agent 3, an AI tool to streamline coding. Additionally, Stefan Cohen and Michael Tannenbaum dive into investing in crypto and tokenizing assets, revealing insights into the future of tech funding and innovation.

Join Peter Tuchman, the 'Einstein of Wall Street', as he shares humorous insights from the trading floor. Klarna's CEO, Sebastian Siemiatkowski, reflects on the nerve-wracking IPO day, detailing the company's journey and the evolving fintech landscape. David Sandstrom discusses Klarna's branding evolution and consumer behavior differences across markets. Dive into topics like AI's transformative role in customer service, the impact of digital innovations, and the thrilling atmosphere around tech IPOs, showcasing the dynamic world of finance and entrepreneurship.