People by WTF is a series where Nikhil Kamath has a conversation with personalities who stand out in their industries around the world.
People by WTF is a series where Nikhil Kamath has a conversation with personalities who stand out in their industries around the world.
Building the next Uber in India? Dara shares lessons on competition, EVs, quick commerce, and how he helped build Uber through chaos.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:22 - Dara’s visits to India
01:58 - Uber’s Indian competitors
04:42 - Growing up in Iran
10:47 - Dara on religion & spirituality
16:40 - From Iran to US
19:54 - Key lesson from Barry Diller
28:05 - How AI can reinvent travel
32:12 - Dara’s vision for fixing travel
34:50 - Decoding taste from data
36:48 - What Uber really represents
38:48 - Selling Uber Eats to Zomato
42:10 - Opportunities in mobility, delivery & quick commerce
44:32 - Authenticity & collaboration
49:26 - David vs. Goliath: Uber’s image strategy
53:29 - Team rivalry: strategy or risk?
55:59 - DoorDash vs. Uber
57:24 - Why India matters to Uber
58:31 - Opportunity vs. TAM
1:01:50 - Why quick commerce hasn’t taken off in the US
1:05:15 - Autonomous vehicles vs. drivers
1:10:02 - AVs & Indian roads
1:12:39 - Data challenges
1:13:29 - Cooking automation & the future of dining
1:17:36 - Building brands without ads
1:20:27 - Labour costs & immigration policies
1:21:03 - China’s incredible EVs
1:24:51 - The EV slowdown
1:26:48 - Will Uber become a super app?
1:29:39 - What would Dara build today?
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#DaraKhosrowshahi -
CEO, Uber Twitter: https://x.com/dkhos LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dara-khosrowshahi-70949862/
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I finally sat down with Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, to discuss the launch of GPT-5, its differences, whether we’re inching closer to agent-like AI, what it takes to build a future that’s moving at breakneck speed.
00:00 - Intro
01:13 - What’s New in GPT-5?
02:54 - Sam on First Principles, Careers & Future Industries
05:47 - What’s Possible with GPT-5
07:09 - Building on GPT-5: Skills & Science Applications
10:28 - Mastering Today’s AI Tools
11:37 - Sam’s Self-Perception & Edge at 19
13:42 - Is Humility Still an Advantage?
18:51 - Parenthood & Why He Chose It
21:19 - How Marriage, Religion & Kids Will Evolve
22:20 - Capitalism, Democracy & The Odds of Socialism
25:44 - Does AGI Make Capital Obsolete?
28:25 - Marginal Utility & the Fate of Wrappers
34:15 - Is Contrarian Thinking an Edge?
37:33 - AGI vs. Human Intelligence
38:56 - The Future of Robotics
40:55 - Where the Form Factor is Headed
42:54 - Climate Change & AI in India
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#SamAltman - CEO, OpenAI
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When I was starting out, this is the kind of conversation I wish I had access to. I sat down with Vinod Khosla, one of the sharpest minds in venture, and asked him the questions every young founder has on their mind.
What industries will matter in 2035? Should you build for cities, small towns, or somewhere no one’s looking yet?
Also listeners! Just a heads up that we recorded this episode on July 7, 2025, so some details might have changed since then.
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#VinodKhosla - Co-founder, Sun Microsystems & Founder, Khosla Ventures
Twitter: https://x.com/vkhosla
LinkedIN: / vinod-khosla-65387416
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:10 - Vinod’s Early Life & Tech Fascination
04:43 - What Part of Vinod’s Education Shaped Him Most?
06:17 - Why Certainty is Overrated
09:46 - Investor Mindsets: Skeptic vs Contrarian
13:36 - Identity, Purpose & Persistence
19:47 - What Still Drives Vinod at 70?
27:15 - Why Cities Need Fewer Cars
30:20 - AI: Bad For Big Cities & Good For Small Towns?
32:19 - Vinod’s Best Advice to Young Founders
37:55 - Generalist or Specialist: What’s Better?
43:03 - Post AI World: Free Education & Healthcare?
48:40 - Will AI Make A Free Stanford Education Possible?
55:03 - A Deflated Economy in an AI World
1:00:53 - Why Strategic Entrepreneurs Win
1:05:44 - Speculation vs Adaptation: What Helps You Win?
1:08:25 - Will All Mobility Be Electric?
1:10:09 - Why Passion Matters More Than People Think
1:13:02 - Are We in an AI Bubble?
1:16:48 - What Blockchain is Really Good At
1:20:35 - Will India’s IT Sector Survive the AI Shift?
1:21:51 - Outro
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In this upcoming episode, I sat down with Vinod Khosla, Sun Microsystems Co-founder and Founder of Khosla Ventures to find out where tomorrow’s big bets lie and why contrarian thinking still pays off.
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#VinodKhosla - Co-founder, Sun Microsystems & Founder, Khosla Ventures
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LinkedIN: / vinod-khosla-65387416
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Here’s one of my favourite conversations with Palo Alto Networks’ CEO, Nikesh Arora. This episode is a CxO’s playbook where we deep dived into the mindset, strategy, and decision-making frameworks that have shaped Nikesh’s journey across roles at Google, SoftBank, and now leading one of the world’s top cybersecurity firms. This isn’t just business talk. Learn how to think like a CxO when the rules of the game keep changing.
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#NikeshArora - CEO, Palo Alto Networks
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikesh-arora-02894670/
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
Chapter 1: Action vs Inaction
01:51 - Nikesh’s Early Years
04:17 - The Real Threats in Cybersecurity
08:13 - What Will Outlast the Disruptions?
Chapter 2: Can We Ever Be Safe Again?
10:31 - Rethinking Safety in a Changing World
12:44 - How to Look at the Cybersecurity Landscape
14:55 - Where AI is Taking the Industry
23:42 - If Interfaces Don’t Matter, What Does?
25:44 - What Happens When AI is Everywhere?
Chapter 3: Money, Meaning, Maslow
32:15 - Why Language Models Are Just the Starting Point
35:57 - Build the Brain or Protect It?
38:33 - What Founders Should Pay Attention To
41:23 - Lessons from the Evolution of Silicon Valley
42:28 - Should India Build Its Own Model?
46:31 - Are AI Bets Overblown?
50:00 - What’s Holding Innovation Back in India?
54:15 - Education as a Social Experience
59:25 - Moving into Tech and Leadership
1:00:08 - Building vs Leading: What to Choose
1:06:38 - Stories from Google & SoftBank
1:16:11 - How Risk Appetite Evolves
1:20:18 - Closing Reflections
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In what can be described as one of my favourite chats, I sat down with Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks, to discuss where cybersecurity is headed in a post-AI world, why the education system is overrated, and a whole lot more. Full episode drops soon. #NikhilKamath - Investor & Entrepreneur Twitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio LinkedIn: / nikhilkamathcio Instagram: / nikhilkamathcio Facebook: / nikhilkamathcio #NikeshArora - CEO, Palo Alto Networks Twitter: https://x.com/nikesharora LinkedIN: / nikesh-arora-02894670 Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59 Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline
In this candid deep dive, I sit down with Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos to unpack the company’s remarkable journey from a DVD-by-mail service to a global streaming giant. We revisit Netflix's early battle with Blockbuster, the bold pivot to streaming, the company’s plans for India, and how they cracked the code on turning binge-watching into a universal habit.What was interesting for me was how he spots the next phenomenon before the world catches on. For anyone in media, tech, or entrepreneurship, here’s a masterclass in building and scaling in the entertainment space, and a reminder that you don’t always need a long story, just the right one.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:32 - Ted’s favourite Indian creator
02:15 - Netflix’s journey, pivots & vision08:34 - Netflix’s hiring culture
11:52 - Ted’s journalism roots14:06 - Ted’s childhood & relationship with money
16:39 - Rapid fire & banter
18:17 - How much of the world is narrative?
19:52 - Competing with Blockbuster
25:13 - Content choices, projections & finding tribes
28:05 - What defines success for Netflix
33:56 - How to best serve your story?
37:15 - Career advice & work cultures in India vs. US
41:02 - Will Netflix produce theatrical movies?
42:20 - Future of the theatre business
45:30 - The next big disruption
47:40 - Can AI create movies?
51:42 - Netflix’s tech & what it’s doing right
57:38 - Competing with other distributors
1:02:39 - Netflix’s streaming strategy
1:03:44 - What happens to conventional TV?
1:05:01 - Why people love true crime
1:06:11 - Why Netflix isn’t betting on live sports broadcasting
1:10:24 - India’s subscription model: why it’s a tough sell
1:13:29 - Will Netflix have an ads-only model?
1:16:58 - Married life
1:18:43 - How important is India for Netflix?
1:21:57 - Adapting to country-specific dynamics
1:24:28 - How Netflix greenlights projects
1:24:53 - A founder’s baggage: filling big shoes
1:28:17 - Validation & leadership
1:32:11 - Indian personality who left a lasting impression on Ted
1:34:11 - Ted’s secret to greenlighting hits
1:41:36 - How diversity contributes to Netflix’s success
1:42:42 - Can Netflix be global & local in India?
1:44:47 - Hollywood vs. Netflix
1:45:49 - Netflix’s role in podcasting’s future
1:47:16 - Youth & attention span
1:48:44 - Netflix’s future in gaming
1:51:56 - Closing thoughts
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I sat down with Ted Sarandos, Co-CEO of Netflix, for a no-holds-barred chat. From what’s really disrupting the entertainment industry, how Netflix greenlights projects, and India’s potential, we covered it all. Full episode drops soon.
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Here’s a glimpse into my chat with YouTube CEO Neal Mohan. We talk about the future of the platform to the masks we wear, and what happens when we take them off. Stay tuned for the episode
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In this episode, I speak with YouTube CEO Neal Mohan about what defines the platform today and where it’s headed. We discuss why audiences now trust podcasters over traditional news, and what the next decade of content consumption might look like. For me, this wasn’t just a chat. It was a chance to question the shifting boundaries between passion, talent, identity, and influence. We also dug into how algorithms shape what people see. If you’ve ever wondered what drives YouTube behind the screen, this conversation peels back the curtain.
#NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/ #NealMohan - CEO, YouTubeTwitter: https://x.com/nealmohanLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-mohan/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neal_mohanFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NealMohanCEO/
00:00 - Intro
01:25 - Defining WAVES’ vision for the creative industry
3:10 - Creators & politics: More linked than ever?
04:50 - Did YouTube shape the US election?
08:49 - Are podcasts replacing traditional news?
13:12 - Defining YouTube
17:21 - The future of content consumption
22:50 - YouTube movie releases: Fighting piracy
24:53 - Influencer vs Entrepreneur
28:19 - Tips to crack YouTube’s algorithm
31:15 - Neal on passion: Input vs output
36:54 - Growing up between cross-cultural content
41:16 - Navigating identity & Indian market
46:33 - Where should investors bet?
50:54 - Building YouTube’s competitor
53:54 - Who owns the most data?
57:16 - Attention spans: Shrinking or growing?
59:05 - Learning: YouTube’s core use case
1:04:37 - Final thoughts: The rise of India’s creator economy
I’ve always been curious to know why people are the way they are. After reading Bill’s memoir, Source Code, it felt more like peeling back layers than simply asking questions. Part 2 of our chat, I got to know him in a way I haven’t before.
In this episode of People by WTF, Bill talks about the drive and curiosity that keeps him active, playing ‘Crennis’ with Sachin Tendulkar, his childhood, how AI can reshape capitalism, and many more.
Is success in today’s capitalistic world bred by some form of adversity in childhood? Ten years from now, will a huge population be a boon or a bane from this capitalistic lens?
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Introduction
01:12 - Bill’s frequent visits to India
02:22 - Bill’s memoir Source Code, childhood and family dynamics
07:51 - Success in today’s capitalistic world
09:28 - What's the secret to Bill’s focus?
11:58 - Is vulnerability the new heroic trait?
14:50 - How tough is Bill on himself?
17:33 - Huge population: burden or advantage with AI?
20:55 - What would we do if we didn't have to work?
24:35 - Insights from being the world’s richest
29:05 - Money: Motivation to make it v/s be Altruistic?
34:25 - How Bill relates to the youth
39:15 - Nikhil's attempt to pitch for a job in the A.I world (he's serious)
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#BillGates Co-founder of Microsoft , Co-chair The Gates Foundation
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A conversation that veers from unexpected childhood confessions to what still drives him after decades at the top. Stay tuned for Part 2 of my conversation with Bill Gates.
#NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha and Gruhas Host of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/#BillGates Co-founder of Microsoft , Co-chair The Gates FoundationTwitter : https://twitter.com/BillGatesLinkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamhgates/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/thisisbillgates/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BillGates/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@billgates
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In our previous episodes, we’ve often spoken about the parallels between Business and Politics; be it risk taking abilities, micro vs macro zooming abilities, & most importantly, leadership.
In this episode, we sit down with Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister of New Zealand, to talk about exactly that. We also talk about the challenges of public scrutiny, and how global dynamics translate in today’s world.
If the leaders of tomorrow come from unexpected, and more nuanced places, who should we be looking at next? Could entrepreneurs, artists, business minds be the future of politics?
#NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha, True Beacon and Gruhas
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#ChristopherLuxon Prime Minister of New Zealand
Twitter: https://x.com/chrisluxonmp
LinkedIn: https://nz.linkedin.com/in/christopher-luxon-bb701b195
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christopherluxon
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:19 - PM Christopher on his Experience with India
02:38 - Haka in New Zealand’s Parliament
04:06 - Family & Prioritizing Responsibilities
06:41 - Transition from Business to Politics
09:41 - How Business Skills Affect Politics?
12:39 - Handling with the Highs & Lows
14:10 - PM Christopher on Dealing with Critique & Social Media
16:28 - The Role of Money in Politics
18:57 - Stakeholders vs. Citizens: The Tougher Audience?
20:06 - New Zealand’s Sheep-to-People Ratio
22:01 - Growing Investments & Economy in NZ
23:25 - Parallels in USA & NZ Politics
26:15 - PM Christopher on Meeting Trump
28:45 - Journey of Entrepreneurship to Politics
31:54 - Career Switch from & to Politics
36:12 - PM Christopher on Anticipated Geopolitical Conditions
37:09 - The Ideal Political Future
38:09 - In A World Without Fear
39:40 - Generational Shift in Optimism
From corporate life to politics, cricket heartbreaks, people-to-sheep ratio in New Zealand —this conversation has it all. Stay tuned! #ChristopherLuxon Prime Minister of New Zealand Twitter: https://x.com/chrisluxonmp LinkedIn: / christopher-luxon-bb701b195 Instagram: / christopherluxon Facebook: / christopherluxon #NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha and Gruhas Host of ‘WTF is?’ Podcast & ‘People By WTF’ Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio LinkedIn: / nikhilkamathcio Instagram: / nikhilkamathcio Facebook: / nikhilkamathcio Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4eznWatch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59#WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF
Timestamps -
00:00 - Introduction
4:10 - Chapter 1 - Childhood
9:00 - Student Life
15:55 - Chapter 2 - Parallels between Politics & Entrepreneurship
17:36 - Competition in Politics
20:14 - Skills required to enter the field of Politics
30:39 - Importance of Ideology and Idealism
38:02 - Social Media and 'Moti Chamdi' in Politics
44:10 - Anxiety, Setbacks & Risk-Taking Ability
54:31 - Impact of Policymaking
1:01:26 - Stepping out of the Comfort Zone and learning from setbacks
1:15:18 - Personal Relationships
1:20:05 - Politics and Money
1:28:50 - Chapter 3 - Governance and Global Politics
1:31:20 - India's Global Standing in Tech
1:38:09 - India’s Global Marketing and Geopolitics
1:46:38 - Chapter 4 - Conclusion (& some fun)
1:55:00 - Concluding Views and Vision for the Youth
#NarendraModi - Prime Minister of India
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#NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha and Gruhas
Host of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' Podcast
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We often underestimate how complex leading a legacy might be. Success, I think, beyond a certain point is perhaps not as proportional to hard work as much as it becomes about who you are, where you are and the opportunities you create for yourself.
To me, Authenticity should be transient. The most interesting question of life is why we are, how we are. In this episode of People by WTF, featuring Kumar Birla, we discuss the different nuances of just that, Life and other things..
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#KumarBirla - Chairman of the Aditya Birla Group
Time stamps -
00:00 - Introduction
2:33 - Chapter 1 - Kumar’s Childhood
4:00 - Last Interview years ago with Simi Garewal
5:00 - Creativity in Business
9:20 - Aspirations and Fears as a child
15:56 - Birla Generational Distinction
28:50 - Attachment types
38:00 - “Life is much easier when your need to conform is lower”
44:38 - Kumar’s private life
50:20 - What does “legacy” mean to Kumar? | Philanthropy side
55:08 - Birla Family’s relationship with Mahatma Gandhi
1:01:55 - Kumar’s College Life
1:04:50 - Thoughts on Expressing Extreme Emotions
1:14:49 - Chapter 2 - Life, post becoming a Chartered Accountant
1:21:56 - Early days at the company at 20 | Sacrifices, Hard Work
1:25:15 - Friends from back in the day
1:26:40 - Habits | Food & Sports, Varied Interests
1:36:10 - Thoughts on Social Media
1:38:30 - Nikhil’s Transient Point of Views
1:49:40 - Chapter 3 - Taking Over The Reigns
1:55:20 - New Economic Policy In India 1991
1:57:15 - Thoughts on Private Equity/ Venture Capitalists
2:00:50 - Birla’s brands | Paints & Jewelry insights
2:05:00 - What would Nikhil build with 10 CR?
2:07:38 - Advice to young entrepreneurs
2:10:27 - Time to Pivot in Business | People Management
2:15:08 - Kumar on Intentional Living
2:17:20 - Closing Thoughts
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#nikhilkamath Co-founder of Zerodha, True Beacon and Gruhas Host of #wtfiswithnikhilkamath Twitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/ #KumarBirla Chairman of the Aditya Birla Group
A lot of us have heard conjectures around A.I., edge cases of the positive and negative side of A.I., and a lot of us are trying to predict what’s next. Most of my understanding of A.I. comes only from viewing what is apparent today.. reinforcement learning spaces like chat gpt becoming a go-to..
In this episode of People by WTF, we uncover the basics of this mystery of artificial intelligence with one of the founding fathers of A.I., Yann LeCun. We spoke about popular AI myths and broke down complex concepts that can perhaps help the next generation of builders build in this space.
To learn more about Machine Learning, we’ve collated some sources for your benefit and growth in this industry.
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#NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha, True Beacon and Gruhas
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#YannLeCun Professor at NYU, VP & Chief AI Scientist at Meta
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**Timestamps:**
00:00 Yann’s Intro
01:50 Difference between an Engineer and a Scientist
03:15 Yann’s interest in AI and Mathematics
04:05 Godfather of AI | Yann’s feelings about it
05:22 Teaching & fame at NYU
06:00 Heroes in Science
07:46 Three problems with the world - Yann’s lens
10:18 What is AI and how did we get here?
13:13 What is intelligence? | The Elephant Analogy
15:00 AI - perception & understanding
16:20 The two branches of AI - solving & learning
17:30 Emergence of classical computer science | Heuristic programming
20:15 Is A.I. inspired from biology?
26:36 Is building authentic models for finance possible through AI?
28:36 Different parts of A.I | GOFAI, Machine learning
30:18 What is GOFAI?
31:14 Different types of Machine Learning
32:22 What is Reinforcement learning?
33:19 What is Self supervised learning? Up & Coming
35:14 Is AI telling you what you want to hear?
38:00 What is a transformer?
40:24 What is a back propagation algorithm?
42:58 What’s happening in the reinforcement learning space?
48:06 What is a convolutional neural network ?
49:08 What is a Neuron - the Machine Learning perspective
50:00 What is a neural network language model & how does it work?
58:00 The AI tree | LLMs
59:55 The next challenge of AI
1:01:40 - Pictures/ Videos - what's happening there?
01:03:20 LLM’s limited memory | Types of memory
01:04:45 AI’s path to human like learning
01:10:26 What is JEPA ?
01:11:58 How far in the future can you predict through JEPA ?
01:14:10 AI’s future prediction - Utopian or Dystopian ?
01:16:30 The LLM Loop | What needs to change
01:18:50 Building data centers in India - Yann’s thoughts
01:21:09 What should a 25 y/o build in the AI space? | Careers in the AI space
01:26:18 What should an investor invest in | Yann’s future prediction
01:29:13 What happens to human intelligence in an AI world?
01:32:09 What is intelligence? | Final Verdict
01:34:00 The end or just the beginning?
