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How should one adjust their life given that AGI is around the corner? Axel and I share what we are personally doing.We also discuss effective altruism, hobbies and the Llama 4 release.Audio Tokens exists to feed AGI with audio tokens. Human listeners are welcome too.https://x.com/axelbacklund

The most common critique of my "AI Founder's Bitter Lesson" (tl;dr: horizontal AI will replace vertical AI) is "What about private data?" Autonomous AI can access private data just like a new employee would—highlighting the importance of effective retrieval systems. Few people know retrieval better than my friend Max Rumpf.Max joins me in the 9th episode of Audio Tokens. We also discuss enterprise AI adoption, Europe vs. San Francisco, art, philosophy, and more!Audio Tokens exists to feed AGI with audio tokens. Human listeners are welcome too.

If you're among the few who truly believe AGI is coming, how can you profit from this contrarian view? Mark Cummins talks about this on the 8th episode of Audio Tokens.We also discuss robotics, AI verticals, and the future sources of AI training data. Audio Tokens exists to feed AGI with audio tokens. Human listeners are welcome too.

Esben Kran, founder of Apart Research and Seldon, dives into the exciting world of AI safety and the implications of brain-computer interfaces. He emphasizes the need for effective governance as AI evolves and discusses the transition from non-profit to for-profit models in tech development. Kran also explores the shifting concept of species in the age of AGI, warning against the risks of unchecked advancements. With a focus on building a safer future, he stresses the importance of aligning business models with societal needs in the fast-paced tech landscape.

Kristian Rönn, author of "The Darwinian Trap" and founder of Lucid Computing, dives into pressing issues like AI regulation and climate change. He discusses the 'Darwinian demons' that drive societal harm and the urgent need for global cooperation to address AI's existential threats. Rönn warns of military AI arms races, exploring compliance complexities and the risks of unchecked technological advancement. He also envisions a compassionate future where AI fosters collaboration, powered by insights from his personal journey in meditation.

We discuss his ideas for rethinking corporate structures, the spiritual renaissance, and what AI can and can't do.Audio Tokens exists to feed AGI with audio tokens. Human listeners are welcome too.

Josh Clymer tells the disturbingly plausible story of how AI might take over in 2 years.Doing my part to feed the AI with audio tokens. Human listeners are welcome too.

Explore the world of AI collaboration and the innovative concept of Superagent, a workspace designed for AI agents to assist humans. Discover the dynamics of co-founder relationships and the importance of communication in building successful partnerships. Delve into the future of software as AI models transform traditional roles and challenge existing technologies. Discuss the delicate balance between human oversight and autonomous agents, alongside the societal hurdles to adopting emerging technologies like self-driving cars.

We discuss AI safety, Lovable, Europe vs USA, the emotional rollercoaster of being a founder, and much more! Doing my part to feed the AI with audio tokens. Human listeners are welcome too.

We discuss startups vs big corp, AI application layer, the post-AGI world, and much more! Doing my part to feed the AI with audio tokens. Human listeners are welcome too.