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The Last AI 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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Nov 4, 2024 · 9 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.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.
Nov 4, 2024 · 10 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 maintaining top AI talent, emphasizing the financial implications of these developments. 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.
Nov 3, 2024 · 11 min
AI vs Human: The Future of Translation
In this podcast episode, Jaeden Schafer discusses Smart Cat, an AI-powered translation platform that recently secured $43 million in funding. He explores the advantages of AI translations over traditional methods, the company's business model, and its position in the market. The conversation also touches on the importance of human review in translation and the future prospects for Smart Cat in the growing machine translation industry. 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.
Nov 3, 2024 · 12 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 organization. Their partnership with Nvidia will provide infrastructure support and help Japan regain a technological edge in AI. 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.
Nov 3, 2024 · 11 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 Salesforce are already working on agent platforms. However, there is still room for improvement in terms of accuracy and benchmarking metrics for AI agents. 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.
Nov 2, 2024 · 11 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 issues, but it is expected to be a useful tool for email management. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠Discount Code: AICHAT 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.
Nov 2, 2024 · 11 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 rumors that Nvidia and Apple may also contribute. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠Discount Code: AICHAT 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.
Nov 2, 2024 · 7 min
Enhancing Image Generation with Imagen
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 competition from similar products by OpenAI, Microsoft, Meta, and Hugging Face. While Google's image generator is unique, open source models used by competitors may offer similar capabilities. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠Discount Code: AICHAT 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.
Nov 1, 2024 · 7 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 flops in the past, but there have been successful collaborations like Meta's Ray-Ban glasses. Overall, the announcement has generated excitement and curiosity. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠Discount Code: AICHAT Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 1, 2024 · 14 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 efficiency across the board. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠Discount Code: AICHAT 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.
Nov 1, 2024 · 8 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 infrastructure. Grok 2 has also secured the number two spot on the Limsis chatbot arena leaderboard, with impressive user ratings. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠Discount Code: AICHAT Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: ⁠https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about⁠ 00:00 Introduction to XAI and Grok 02:14 Code Rewrite and Speed Boost with SG Lang 03:13 SG Lang: Efficient Language Model Execution 05:34 Grok 2 Ranks Second on LimSis Leaderboard 07:26 XAI's Progress with Grok and Image Generation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 30, 2024 · 18 min
Top AI Companies in Europe ($100M+ Raised)
This episode discusses the top European AI deals of the year and highlights the companies that have raised the most money. The host mentions that while the US leads in AI investments, Europe is not far behind. The top European AI companies mentioned include Wave, Mistral, Helsing, Poolside, DeepL, H, Flow Help, and Pigment. Each company is briefly described along with their funding amounts and key features. The host also mentions the importance of leaving reviews for his podcast course and invites listeners to join the AI Hustle School community. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠Discount Code: AICHAT Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠⁠ Join my AI Hustle Community: ⁠https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about⁠ 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Course Discount 01:50 Wave: The Self-Driving Technology Competitor 05:34 Mistral: The Chat GPT Competitor 07:29 Helsing: Defense Technology and AI Services 11:20 Poolside: AI Tools for Developers 13:45 DeepL: Text Translation and Writing Tools 16:08 Flow Help: Women's Health and Fertility Tracking See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 30, 2024 · 13 min
OpenAI's Secret ChatGPT "Project Strawberry" Set for Fall Launch
In this episode, we dive into the details of OpenAI's upcoming "Project Strawberry," which is slated for a fall release. I’ll break down what we know so far and speculate on how this new project could impact the AI landscape. My Podcast Course: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠ Discount Code: AICHAT 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.
Oct 30, 2024 · 6 min
Using AI to Make Money and Grow Your Business
In this episode I share what I have been building with the AI Hustle Skool community to help you use AI to make money and grow your business. 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.
Oct 30, 2024 · 18 min
OpenAI Shuts Down Iranian Election Interference Scheme
In this episode, we explore how OpenAI identified and shut down an Iranian scheme designed to interfere in elections. We'll delve into the methods used by OpenAI to detect and counteract these efforts, highlighting the implications for global election security. 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.
Oct 30, 2024 · 18 min
My Top 5 AI Tools I Use Everyday for Podcasting
In this episode, I break down the top 5 AI tools that I use daily for podcasting, I cover how each one enhances the production process. I'll share insights on how these tools streamline editing, sound quality, and content creation, making podcasting more efficient and engaging. I also talk about my new podcasting course! 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.
Oct 30, 2024 · 4 min
I'm Launching a Podcasting Course! AI to Supercharge Your Podcast
Today I am launching my podcasting course that has taken me over 3 months to build. Learn more about my podcasting course here: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/courses/⁠ DISCOUNT: For the first week only you can use the discount code "FRIEND" for 15% off of my podcasting course. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 28, 2024 · 14 min
What Film Makers are Saying About AI Movies
In this episode, we explore the perspectives and opinions of filmmakers regarding the use of artificial intelligence in movie production. We discuss their thoughts on the potential benefits and challenges of incorporating AI technologies, such as scriptwriting, visual effects, and character animation, and how this could shape the future of storytelling and the filmmaking process. Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠⁠ AI Facebook Community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/739308654562189⁠ Podcast Studio AZ: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/az⁠ Podcast Studio Network: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/network/⁠ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 28, 2024 · 8 min
NEA Leads a $100M Round Into New $1B AI Startup
In this episode, we dive into the details surrounding a major $100 million funding round led by venture capital firm NEA into a new, stealth AI startup that has already achieved a staggering $1 billion valuation. We explore the emerging company's groundbreaking AI technology, the investors' vision for its potential disruption across industries, and the broader implications of such substantial early-stage investments in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠⁠ AI Facebook Community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/739308654562189⁠ Podcast Studio AZ: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/az⁠ Podcast Studio Network: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/network/⁠ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 28, 2024 · 18 min
Elon Musk's Grok AI Model Adds Image Generation FLUX
In this episode, we take a closer look at Elon Musk's AI research company, Grok, and its latest development: the addition of an image generation capability called FLUX to its AI model. We discuss the potential implications of this advancement, which combines text and image generation abilities, and how it could shape the future of multimodal AI systems and their applications across various industries. Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠⁠ AI Facebook Community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/739308654562189⁠ Podcast Studio AZ: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/az⁠ Podcast Studio Network: ⁠https://podcaststudio.com/network/⁠ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.