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Sep 3, 2024 • 2h 5min

#180 - Ideogram v2, Imagen 3, AI in 2030, Agent Q, SB 1047

Exciting advancements in AI are on the agenda, including new features in Ideogram's v2 model and Google's latest image generator, Imagen 3. The discussion also tackles the challenges of scaling sophisticated models like GPT-4 and the innovative enhancements in Agent Q's architecture. Legal aspects are not overlooked, with deep dives into California's AI regulation bill SB 1047 and the complex landscape of digital personhood credentials. Tune in for an engaging analysis of these hot topics in the AI world!
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Aug 20, 2024 • 1h 58min

#179 - Grok 2, Gemini Live, Flux, FalconMamba, AI Scientist

Discover the latest in AI with Grok 2's beta release, now featuring advanced image generation technology. Google's innovative Gemini Voice Chat Mode transforms user interaction and reaches the ears through Pixel Buds Pro 2. Explore Huawei's competitive edge in AI chips as it challenges NVIDIA amid export controls. The discussion also dives into the risks posed by unaligned AI models, examining skepticism surrounding claims of an AGI supercomputer. Plus, insights into the impact of misinformation and the evolving landscape of AI search startups.
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Aug 16, 2024 • 2h 6min

#178 - More Not-Acquihires, More OpenAI drama, More LLM Scaling Talk

This week, notable personnel shifts highlight the tech landscape, with leaders from Character.ai joining Google. OpenAI is embroiled in drama with co-founder exits and lawsuits from Elon Musk. Humanoid robots are making waves, particularly with Figure 2 showcasing impressive skills. Meanwhile, Google introduces efficient inference models, and Apple eyes entry into the AI subscription market. The podcast dives into AI regulation complexities and a ruling against Google's monopoly practices, impacting the competitive dynamics of major tech firms.
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Aug 11, 2024 • 1h 53min

#177 - Instagram AI Bots, Noam Shazeer -> Google, FLUX.1, SAM2

Noam Shazeer, a prominent AI researcher and CEO of Character.AI, discusses his return to Google and the competitive dynamics in AI. The talk delves into Instagram's new AI features for self-creation and the latest advancements in tools like Midjourney and Apple's iOS AI capabilities. There are insights on Microsoft's AI-driven Bing summaries and Nvidia's chip delays impacting the market. The conversation also touches on the regulatory landscape in the EU and the evolving role of AI in content generation and user experience.
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Aug 3, 2024 • 1h 26min

#176 - BIG WEEK for OSS! SearchGPT, Lamma 3.1 405B, Mistral Large 2

The discussion kicks off with OpenAI's new SearchGPT and Google's Gemini 1.5 Flash, reshaping the AI search landscape. Meta unveils a powerful open-source AI rival, Llama 3.1, while Adobe enhances its creative tools with generative AI. Meanwhile, Mistral AI's new model excels in coding and math, outperforming competitors. The episode also explores the ethical implications of AI advancements and debates around universal basic income as AI continues to evolve and impact job markets.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 1h 47min

#175 - GPT-4o Mini, OpenAI's Strawberry, Mixture of A Million Experts

Exploring OpenAI's GPT-4o Mini, text-to-video models like Hyper 1.5, YouTube Music upgrades. AI reasoning, export controls on AI tech to China, and internal issues at OpenAI. Plus, Elon Musk's supercomputer plans and Menlo Ventures partnership for AI startups.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 2h 4min

#174 - Odyssey Text-to-Video, Groq LLM Engine, OpenAI Security Issues

This podcast covers a range of AI topics such as Odyssey's text-to-video AI model, Figma and Quora's new features, AMD's acquisition of Silo AI, Elon Musk's GPU cluster plans, challenges in AI model training, and the importance of transparency and regulation in AI content labeling.
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Jul 7, 2024 • 1h 50min

#173 - Gemini Pro, Llama 400B, Gen-3 Alpha, Moshi, Supreme Court

The podcast covers Google's Gemini 1.5, Meta's LLaMA 3, and Runway's Gen-3 Alpha. Discussions include legal disputes, China's AI competition, innovations, U.S. Supreme Court ruling, U.S. export controls, semiconductor industry, and Bridgewater's AI-driven financial fund.
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Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 51min

#172 - Claude and Gemini updates, Gemma 2, GPT-4 Critic

Updates on AI tools like Claude and Gemini, with OpenAI delays and Figma redesign. Sohu specialized transformer chip, Huawei R&D investments, and ByteDance collaborating on AI chips. OpenAI's new ChatGPT for Mac and Waymo opens robotaxis in San Francisco. Meta's language model compiler, DeepMind's molecular biology study, and advancements in AI language models. AI tools used for misinformation, coordinated disclosure of dual-use capabilities, and AI jailbreaking with Skeleton Key.
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Jun 24, 2024 • 2h 4min

#171 - Apple Intelligence, Dream Machine, SSI Inc

Apple unveils new AI features for iPhone and Mac, Luma AI's Dream Machine faces traffic surge, Runway releases hyper-realistic video model, OpenAI might transition to for-profit, Safe Superintelligence Inc launched, financial growth for OpenAI, Huawei claims chip surpasses Nvidia, Astrocade secures $12M seed funding

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