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AI & Beyond

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65 episodes

2 days ago

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we delve into Sam Altman’s vision for OpenAI as he discusses its operational blueprint—combining a consumer tech arm, a massive infrastructure effort, and cutting-edge research—all aimed at developing Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) that benefits everyone. Altman highlights the company’s focus on scaling compute infrastructure, advancing AGI through innovations like the new product Sora, and the importance of vertical integration. He also shares ins...

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In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we delve into Sam Altman’s vision for OpenAI as he discusses its operational blueprint—combining a consumer tech arm, a massive infrastructure effort, and cutting-edge research—all aimed at developing Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) that benefits everyone. Altman highlights the company’s focus on scaling compute infrastructure, advancing AGI through innovations like the new product Sora, and the importance of vertical integration. He also shares ins...

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AI & Beyond

Sam Altman on Scaling AI: Building an Empire for AGI

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we delve into Sam Altman’s vision for OpenAI as he discusses its operational blueprint—combining a consumer tech arm, a massive infrastructure effort, and cutting-edge research—all aimed at developing Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) that benefits everyone. Altman highlights the company’s focus on scaling compute infrastructure, advancing AGI through innovations like the new product Sora, and the importance of vertical integration. He also shares ins...

2 days ago

12 minutes

AI & Beyond

The AI Trillion-Dollar Loop: Boom or Bubble?

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we unravel the complex circular economy fueling the AI industry’s explosive market value. Discover how companies like OpenAI, Nvidia, AMD, and Oracle are locked in multi-billion-dollar financing deals that boost each other’s valuations—creating a trillion-dollar feedback loop reminiscent of the dot-com bubble. Experts debate whether this is a sustainable surge driven by genuine AI adoption or an unsustainable build-up risking a major crash. Tune in to exp...

1 week ago

11 minutes

AI & Beyond

AI ROI Reality Check: Strategies for Successful Adoption

In this episode of AI & Beyond, Alex Kantrowitz interviews Aaron Levie, CEO of Box, to dissect the true return on investment (ROI) in AI for businesses. Challenging an MIT study claiming many companies see zero returns, Levie explains that early adoption struggles often stem from DIY AI projects versus tailored solutions like Box’s AI agents for document automation. The conversation explores rethinking workflows to unlock AI’s full productivity potential and how AI agents will soon transf...

2 weeks ago

13 minutes

AI & Beyond

Future Unlocked: AI’s Disruption and Human Resilience by 2050

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," Sam Altman and Vinod Khosla share their vision of how Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) will revolutionize society and business between 2035 and 2050. Uncover the fast pace of technological change poised to upend traditional companies and dramatically reshape professions as AI accelerates software development to near instant. While AI may take over most intellectual work, the human need for personal connection and specialized services remains strong. ...

3 weeks ago

14 minutes

AI & Beyond

Gemini’s Leap: Next-Gen Native Image Generation & Editing

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we spotlight Google’s Gemini Native Image Generation Model, a breakthrough update advancing image creation and editing capabilities. Experience how Gemini handles complex multi-turn instructions with creative flair while maintaining character consistency across perspectives. Discover the power of "pixel perfect editing," allowing precise changes without compromising the rest of the image. We also discuss innovative evaluation methods focusing on human pre...

1 month ago

14 minutes

AI & Beyond

ChatGPT in Daily Life: How the World is Using AI Beyond Work

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we explore a groundbreaking study by OpenAI, Duke, and Harvard that reveals how ChatGPT has been adopted by around 10% of the global adult population from November 2022 to July 2025. Discover that over 70% of ChatGPT use is non-work-related, focusing on practical guidance, seeking information, and writing. We unpack demographic shifts, including a narrowing gender gap and how highly educated professionals tend to use ChatGPT more for decision support than...

1 month ago

14 minutes

AI & Beyond

AI Demystified: 7 Terms Every Listener Must Know

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we break down seven essential AI terms from IBM Technology’s latest insights to help you navigate the evolving AI landscape. Learn about agentic AI—autonomous systems that reason and act—alongside large reasoning models that solve problems step-by-step. Explore vector databases and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), standards like the Model Context Protocol (MCP), and techniques including Mixture of Experts (MoE). We wrap up with a look at Artificial S...

1 month ago

19 minutes

AI & Beyond

Gen AI Goes Mobile: The 2025 App Revolution

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we dive into Andreessen Horowitz’s fifth edition of the Top 100 Gen AI Consumer Apps, tracking the evolution of AI applications over two and a half years. The report reveals a maturing ecosystem with fewer new web apps but a surge in mobile AI apps fueled by app store crackdowns on copycats. We highlight Google’s growing AI presence with multiple products ranking high, the rise of Chinese AI apps in global markets, and the exciting emergence of "vibe codi...

1 month ago

17 minutes

AI & Beyond

The New Browser Battle: AI Takes the Web Stage

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we explore the next frontier in web browsing—an AI-powered evolution shifting from apps to intent-driven interactions. Discover why browsers are poised to solve key AI challenges around personalization, ubiquity, and proactivity by leveraging their unique position as cross-platform gateways. We dive into the intense new "Browser War III," where Google’s Chrome faces fresh competition amid regulatory pressure, while innovative players like Perplexity Comet...

1 month ago

18 minutes

AI & Beyond

Cracking the AI Code: What’s Really Inside Language Models?

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we dive into Anthropic’s cutting-edge research on AI interpretability—unlocking how large language models like Claude actually think. Unlike traditional software, these models develop complex internal goals and abstractions, much like a brain. Researchers explore and manipulate the model’s inner “concepts” and “circuits” to uncover how it makes decisions, performs tasks, and sometimes hallucinates. This fascinating peek inside the AI mind is key to improv...

2 months ago

18 minutes

AI & Beyond

Gold Rush 2.0: The AI Billionaire Explosion

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we explore the explosive wealth generation sparked by the AI boom. AI startups are rapidly creating new billionaires, fueled by massive fundraising rounds and soaring valuations in both private and public markets. Discover how much of this wealth is concentrated in the Bay Area, often tied up in private companies, yet increasingly unlocking liquidity through secondary markets and acquisitions. We also examine the evolving role of wealth management firms a...

2 months ago

11 minutes

AI & Beyond

Unexpected Twists: How AI Sees the World of Finance

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we delve into a groundbreaking global study comparing the financial decision-making of leading large language models—including GPT, Gemini, and DeepSeek—with real-world human choices from 53 countries. The research reveals that AI models tend to be risk-neutral, consistently prioritizing expected value in lottery scenarios—but occasionally faltering when weighing present versus future gains. Most unexpectedly, the collective financial logic of these AIs m...

2 months ago

12 minutes

AI & Beyond

Me, Myself, and AI: Protecting Kids in the Chatbot Age

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we delve into the July 2025 Internet Matters report on children’s use of AI chatbots in the UK. While these tools offer exciting opportunities for learning, creativity, and companionship, the risks are real—especially for vulnerable kids who may encounter inaccurate information or struggle to distinguish between human and AI interactions. The report calls for urgent, coordinated efforts from industry, government, schools, parents, and researchers to creat...

2 months ago

14 minutes

AI & Beyond

Beyond the Bot: AI Agents in Action

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we dive into the power of AI agents—autonomous systems that break down complex tasks, reason, and act with precision to achieve specific goals. Using a framework of planning, memory, execution, and action, these agents are transforming industries. We explore practical use cases including IoT-driven agricultural optimization, Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) for content creation, and coordinated multi-agent disaster response. Plus, discover seven more ...

3 months ago

14 minutes

AI & Beyond

The AI Edge: How the US Plans to Win Tomorrow

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we unpack the White House’s July 2025 America’s AI Action Plan, a bold strategy aimed at cementing U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence on the global stage. Explore the plan’s three pillars: accelerating AI innovation, building a resilient AI infrastructure, and spearheading international AI diplomacy and security. We discuss the focus on national security, economic growth, and technological dominance, touching on efforts to reduce regulatory barrie...

3 months ago

17 minutes

AI & Beyond

Medical Superintelligence: Microsoft’s AI Revolutionizing Diagnostics

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we explore Microsoft’s cutting-edge AI Diagnostic Orchestrator (MAI-DxO)—a medical superintelligence designed to tackle the toughest diagnostic challenges. Demonstrating superior accuracy and cost-efficiency compared to expert physicians, MAI-DxO has shown remarkable success diagnosing complex cases featured in the New England Journal of Medicine. We also discuss the limitations of current AI benchmarks and Microsoft’s dedication to responsible, ethical d...

3 months ago

12 minutes

AI & Beyond

2025 Workplace Revolution: Flexibility, Tech Chaos & AI Risks

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we dive into Ivanti’s 2025 Technology at Work Report, revealing a shift in employee priorities—flexible hours and autonomy now outrank remote work preferences. We explore the growing disconnect between what employees want and what employers offer, leading to challenges like 'resenteeism' and 'presenteeism.' The episode also tackles the rising complexity and sprawl of workplace technology, causing inefficiencies and wasted IT budgets. Finally, we discuss t...

3 months ago

15 minutes

AI & Beyond

The State of AI 2025: A Tactical Playbook for Builders

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we unpack "The State of AI in 2025: The Builder's Playbook" from ICONIQ Venture & Growth—a strategic guide for businesses aiming to innovate and scale with AI. Drawing on insights from 300 executives and AI leaders, the report covers essential topics such as AI product strategy maturity, evolving monetization models, talent acquisition as a competitive edge, rising AI budgets, and the complexities of internal AI adoption. Whether you're building AI pr...

4 months ago

11 minutes

AI & Beyond

ChatGPT Hacks: 9 Everyday Tasks You Can Automate Now

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we explore nine practical ways ChatGPT can save you hours every day. From drafting emails and crafting travel itineraries to simplifying complex ideas and planning projects, discover how this AI powerhouse boosts your productivity. We also cover using ChatGPT for summarizing long content, creating study flashcards, practicing interviews, and making tough decisions easier. Whether for work or personal life, learn how to harness ChatGPT’s versatility to str...

4 months ago

11 minutes

AI & Beyond

The Perils of Progress: Keeping Humanity Alive in the AI Era

In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we reflect on the profound impact of artificial intelligence on what it means to be human. Beyond the race for technological breakthroughs, we explore the irreplaceable value of the human journey—our struggles, empathy, conflict resolution, and authentic connections. As AI reshapes society and the job market, we face challenges like loneliness and a loss of essential human skills. This episode advocates for embracing imperfection, nurturing genuine relati...

4 months ago

21 minutes