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AI Update is all about artificial intelligence news. Each episode digs into the top stories, new research, and the breakthroughs moving the industry, keeping you informed on everything happening in AI.

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Perplexity's Billion Dollar Breakthrough

Perplexity has officially reached a billion-dollar valuation, shaking up the AI world. The company’s innovative approach to AI-powered search is winning big. Here’s what this breakthrough means for the future of AI. AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer My Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/ Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...

Apr 16, 202510 min

OpenAI's Huge CoreWeave Investment Leaves Microsoft Reeling

In a bold move, OpenAI has invested $12B in CoreWeave, catching Microsoft off guard. This strategic partnership could alter the AI and cloud landscape. Experts are questioning what comes next for major tech players. AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer My Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/ Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...

Apr 16, 202512 min

OpenAI's Game-Changing Releases

OpenAI just dropped some groundbreaking tools that are set to redefine the AI space. These new features are faster, smarter, and more useful than ever. Let’s explore what this means for users and the future of tech. AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer My Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/ Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...

Apr 16, 202512 min

$17M in and Just Getting Started — This AI Startup is Redefining the Web

$17M in funding is powering a new era of AI-powered browsing. This startup is leading the way with tools that enhance user interaction. Here’s how they’re redefining the web experience. AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer My Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/ Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c...

Apr 16, 202511 min

OpenAI Unveils Powerful AI Graphics Tool — Here’s What It Means

AI-generated graphics are evolving fast, and OpenAI is leading the charge. The new model raises the bar for quality and realism. Learn how this could shape the future of digital creativity. AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer My Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/ Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art...

Apr 15, 202512 min

AI Bots Are Overwhelming Wikipedia — Here's Why It Matters

AI bots are increasingly editing Wikipedia pages. While automation brings efficiency, it also raises concerns about accuracy and bias. Here’s why this matters for one of the world’s biggest knowledge sources. AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer My Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/ Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

Apr 13, 202510 min

Runway Raises $308M to Power the Future of AI Video

Runway has raised $308 million to advance AI-powered video tools. This massive funding round signals a new era for creative tech. Here's what it means for the future of video creation. AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer My Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/ Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

Apr 12, 202512 min

ChatGPT's Memory Feature is Here — What You Need to Know

OpenAI just gave ChatGPT a memory. It can now remember details between chats. Here’s how this upgrade affects your experience. AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer My Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/ Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 12, 202513 min

ChatGPT Launches "Canvas" Feature

OpenAI launches "Canvas" as a new way of working with ChatGPT for writing and coding. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠ Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: ⁠https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 23, 202512 min

OpenAI's MASSIVE Announcements at Dev Day 2024

In this episode, we discuss the major new announcements OpenAI made at Dev Day 2024 regarding ChatGPT's upcoming features and capabilities. - Realtime API - Vision to the fine -tuning API- Prompt Caching - Model Distillation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 23, 202522 min

Anthropic Wants $40B Valuation and Funding Plans

In this episode, Jaeden Schafer discusses the latest developments surrounding Anthropic, an AI startup that is raising funds at a valuation of $40 billion. He explores the competitive landscape of AI, particularly in relation to OpenAI, and delves into Anthropic's unique funding strategies, including partnerships with major corporations like Amazon and Google. The conversation also touches on the regulatory challenges faced by tech companies, particularly in the context of antitrust scrutiny in ...

Feb 22, 202510 min

Meta's Groundbreaking AI Glasses

In this episode, Jaeden Schafer discusses the latest innovations from Meta, particularly focusing on their AI advancements and the introduction of Orion glasses. He highlights the impressive user base of Meta AI, the features of the new Orion glasses, and the competitive landscape with other tech giants. The conversation also covers the new capabilities of Meta AI, including voice features and the release of the Llama 3.2 model, which enhances user interaction with multimodal capabilities. Overa...

Feb 22, 202516 min

Google pays $2.7 Billion for Character.AI

In this conversation, Jaeden Schafer discusses Google's recent $2.7 billion licensing deal with Character AI, exploring the implications of this acquisition, the background of Noam Shazir, and the competitive landscape of AI development. The conversation highlights the strategic moves by tech giants to secure talent and technology in the rapidly evolving AI sector. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠ Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Commun...

Feb 21, 202512 min

Runway Gives $5 Million for 100 AI Movies

In this conversation, Jaeden Schafer discusses the rapid advancements in AI technology, particularly in the realm of video production. He highlights Runway's recent initiative to fund filmmakers using AI, emphasizing the potential for creativity and innovation in the industry. The discussion also touches on the opportunities available for aspiring filmmakers and the importance of community support in navigating the evolving landscape of AI in filmmaking. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio...

Feb 21, 20259 min

Ensemble AI Announces $3.3M Seed Round, Co-Founders Alex Reneau & Zach Albertson

In this episode, we dive into how Ensemble's Feature Enhancement technology is transforming the landscape of machine learning by empowering both novice and expert data scientists to achieve state-of-the-art results without the need for complex models or a PhD. We'll explore how Ensemble seamlessly integrates with any ML pipeline to intelligently enrich tabular and time series data, significantly improving model performance while reducing computational costs. Try Ensemble AI: https://ensemblecore...

Feb 20, 20251 hr 2 min

OpenAI's Advanced Voice Mode Is Finally Here

In this conversation, Jaeden discusses the long-awaited rollout of OpenAI's Advanced Voice Mode, highlighting its dynamic voice technology that allows for a more natural and expressive AI voice experience. He also touches on the controversy surrounding the absence of a specific voice that resembled Scarlett Johansson's character from the movie 'Her', and the implications of this technology for users in various regions. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠ Get on the AI Box Wai...

Feb 20, 20257 min

AI-Generated Music in Film: A New Era

In this conversation, Jaeden Schafer discusses the growing trend of AI-generated music in the film industry, particularly focusing on Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma's decision to exclusively use AI for his projects. The discussion delves into the implications of this shift, the controversy surrounding AI in creative fields, and the potential future of AI in Bollywood and beyond. Schafer emphasizes the accessibility that AI brings to creators with limited resources and the evolving landscape of...

Feb 19, 20259 min

Siri's Makeover: The Future of Voice Assistants

In this podcast episode, Jaeden Schafer discusses the launch of the iPhone 16 and its new features, particularly focusing on the integration of Apple Intelligence and AI capabilities. He explores the implications of these features, the challenges Apple faces in rolling them out, and the limitations regarding language and regional support. The conversation also highlights the potential impact of these developments on users and the market. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠ Ge...

Feb 19, 202513 min

Microsoft's Bold Moves in AI and Energy

In this podcast episode, Jaeden Schafer discusses Microsoft's recent nuclear energy deal and its implications for AI and energy infrastructure. He highlights the significance of Microsoft's $100 billion fund with BlackRock, aimed at building data centers and reviving nuclear plants. The conversation explores the resurgence of nuclear energy as a viable solution for powering AI initiatives, the potential job creation from these projects, and the importance of energy independence for the future of...

Feb 18, 202513 min

Unveiling OpenAI's Latest AI Model

In this conversation, Jaeden Schafer discusses the recent release of OpenAI's new AI model, ChatGPT 01 preview, highlighting its enhanced reasoning capabilities compared to previous versions. He shares his personal experiences testing the model, user reactions, and the implications for the future of AI, including the pursuit of AGI and concerns surrounding the technology. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠ Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle...

Feb 18, 202512 min

Alpha Alpha's $500 Million Challenge

In this episode, Jaeden Schafer discusses the challenges faced by Alpha Alpha, a German LLM that raised $500 million but struggles to compete with giants like OpenAI and Anthropic. The conversation explores Alpha Alpha's innovative beginnings, their pivot towards enterprise-focused AI solutions, and the competitive landscape of the AI industry. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠ Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: ⁠https://www.sko...

Jan 11, 20259 min

The High Cost of AI Talent Acquisition

In this episode, Jaeden Schafer discusses the recent surge in OpenAI's valuation, which is now set at $150 billion. He explores the funding strategies being employed, including a potential $6.5 billion equity financing round and a $5 billion credit line. The conversation also delves into the upcoming innovations from OpenAI, specifically the Q-Star and Strawberry models, which are expected to enhance AI capabilities. Finally, Jaeden highlights the significant costs associated with acquiring and ...

Jan 11, 202510 min

Using a Swarm of AI Models for Complex Results

Saskana AI, a Japanese startup founded by former Google researchers, has raised $100 million in a series A funding round. They aim to become a world-class AI lab and are taking a unique approach by using a swarm of small AI models to generate complex results. They are also building their models on native Japanese data sets, which could provide interesting perspectives. With the funding, they plan to scale up their nature-inspired approach to AI development and build a talent-dense AI research or...

Jan 11, 202512 min

The Future of AI: Agents Taking Over Tasks

OpenAI has made updates to their API to make it easier for developers to improve AI assistants and agents. The new feature allows developers to inspect file search results and modify the ranker's behavior to prioritize relevant results. This update is a step towards creating fully autonomous AI agents. Developers have responded positively to the update, expressing excitement about the new features. AI agents are expected to take over tasks with minimal input, and big companies like Google and Sa...

Dec 08, 202411 min

Gmail adds AI to Summaries and Search Your Emails

Google and Gmail are introducing a new AI integration called Gemini chat, which allows users to interact with their emails. The feature provides options to show unread emails, get the status of recent orders, and ask questions about emails. While some find it useful, others find it creepy. The integration also works with Google Drive files, making it even more convenient. However, there are concerns about trusting the AI to provide accurate information. The rollout of Gemini chat has had some is...

Dec 07, 202411 min

OpenAI in Talks for $100 Billion Funding Round

OpenAI is in talks to close a new funding round at a $100 billion valuation, which would be one of their biggest infusions of capital. They have already raised $86 billion and allowed employees to sell shares in the company. OpenAI is on track to lose about $5 billion by the end of the year, despite generating $3.4 billion in annualized revenue. They have burned $8.5 billion in AI training and staffing. Thrive Capital and Microsoft are expected to participate in the funding round, and there are ...

Dec 07, 202411 min

Enhancing Image Generation with Imagen 3

Google Gemini has made major upgrades to its AI model, including the introduction of Gems, Assistants, and Imagen 3. Gems are custom AI experts that can be used for various tasks. Gemini is known for its enterprise use cases and developer-friendly features. Imagen 3 enhances image generation capabilities, although there are restrictions to address concerns about deep fakes. Google has implemented Synth ID watermarking technology to verify the authenticity of generated images. Gemini faces compet...

Nov 25, 20248 min

Midjourney Announces Entry into Hardware Market

Mid Journey has announced that they are working on hardware, but the exact details of the hardware are still unknown. There have been rumors and speculation, with some suggesting it could be a new Oculus or Vision Pro-like headset. Mid Journey has been engaging with people on social media, responding to comments and teasing the nature of the hardware. The CEO mentioned an 'orb' in a previous tweet, but it's unclear if this is related to the upcoming hardware. The AI hardware market has seen some...

Nov 24, 20248 min

Improving Efficiency in Business Communications with Bland AI

Bland AI is a company that has recently raised $22 million in funding for their customizable phone calling agent. The agent can talk in any language or voice, handle millions of calls simultaneously, and be used for various use cases. Bland AI aims to fix the way businesses handle their phone communications by providing an AI solution that can work 24/7 and be trained to the company's liking. This technology has the potential to disrupt the massive industry of phone communications and improve ef...

Nov 24, 202415 min

Elons Xai Grok Gets 2X Faster After Devs Re-Write Code in 3 Days

XAI's AI model Grok 2 received a significant speed boost after developers rewrote the inference code stack using SG Lang in just three days. This open-source system executed complex language model programs and achieved higher throughput. The developers, Liam Zhang and Sied Melik, accomplished this feat, resulting in Grok 2 being two times faster and slightly more accurate. The success of this update sets a precedent for improving AI models without the need for retraining or expensive infrastruct...

Nov 20, 20248 min
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