Google’s AI Power Moves Explained

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Band of Insiders

Funs Jacobs

12 episodes

2 days ago

Band of Insiders is your edge in a fast-moving world. I share Features and Builder Interviews on AI, blockchain, gaming, digital identity, and culture. Clear explanations. Practical steps. Why trust me: 10+ years across advertising, music, sports, and gaming (ex: .Monks). Built in Amsterdam, Los Angeles, Toronto, Bali, and Lisbon. I help brands and teams turn new tech into results. Join the WhatsApp community and subscribe to the newsletter for daily signals and weekly deep dives. Speaking and consulting: funs@hey.com

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Google’s AI Power Moves Explained | Feature 38

Band of Insiders

20 minutes 9 seconds

1 month ago

Google’s AI Power Moves Explained | Feature 38

Google's AI Odyssey: From PageRank to GeminiIn this episode of the Band of Insiders podcast, host Funs Jacobs delves into Google's monumental journey in the realm of AI and technology. Starting from Google's early days as a Stanford project in 1996, the episode covers key milestones like the acquisition of YouTube, Android, and the creation of tools like Google Chrome, Maps, and the Knowledge Graph. The focus then shifts to Google's advancements in AI, including the formation of Google Brain and the acquisition of DeepMind. Significant achievements such as the development of AlphaGo and AlphaFold are highlighted. The episode also examines Google's recent challenges and triumphs, especially its response to generative AI trends, culminating in the creation of the Gemini AI model. Jacobs praises Google's resilience and strategic pivots under Sundar Pichai's leadership, positioning the company as a formidable contender in the rapidly evolving AI race.00:00 Introduction to the Feature Episode00:58 Google's Early Days and Mission02:44 Key Acquisitions and Tools06:27 The Rise of Google Brain and DeepMind08:37 AlphaGo: A Milestone in AI12:37 Challenges and Resilience in AI Development17:01 Scientific Breakthroughs with AI18:42 Conclusion and Future Outlook

About Band of Insiders

Band of Insiders is a future forward platform and community for curious marketers, brand leaders, and founders who want to stay ahead of the curve. We explore the cultural and technological shifts shaping business—from AI to blockchain, gaming to Gen Z behavior—and what they really mean for you.

Hosted by Funs Jacobs: Dutch innovation strategist with 10+ years of experience in advertising, music, sports, and tech. Now based in Bali, Funs helps brands around the world spot what’s next and act on it, fast.

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