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Jay Alammar is Director and Engineering Fellow at Cohere and co-author of the O'Reilly book “Hands-on Large Language Models.” Subscribe to the Gradient Flow Newsletter

On this special customer spotlight episode, Tyler sits down with Ivan Zhang, co-founder of Cohere, to unpack the evolution of secure, operationally effective AI—from research lab to real-world deployments. Whether you're an AI builder, a public-sector leader, or just someone curious about where next-gen models are heading, this episode dives into what it really takes to deploy language models in the wild: from running LLMs on ships and air-gapped systems, to building trust with hesitant users, to rethinking the interface entirely.What's happening on the Second Front:Why secure-by-default AI is a prerequisite in defense, healthcare, and financeThe real blockers to adoption (surprise: it's not the tech)How to make AI useful for people who don't sit behind screensWhat it looks like when your AI speaks with urgency—or doesn't speak at allConnect with Ivan:LinkedIn: Ivan ZhangConnect with Tyler: LinkedIn: Tyler Sweatt

Amazon Kuper's Early Wins, Cohere's Bold Strategy & Tesco vs. Broadcom In this episode of #Trending, host Jim Love covers Amazon's early success with Project Kuiper, securing deals with JetBlue and the state of Wyoming before the satellite network is live. The Canadian AI company Cohere is highlighted for its contrarian approach and impressive valuation of nearly $7 billion. Tesco sues Broadcom over VMware license disputes, citing threats to its food supply chain. Lastly, Elon Musk teases that X.AI's upcoming Grok 5 model might qualify as Artificial General Intelligence, though skepticism remains high. The show wraps up with a reminder to share the podcast and support the show. 00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:35 Amazon's Project Kuiper: High-Profile Wins Before Launch 01:55 Cohere's Contrarian Success in AI 04:02 Tesco vs. Broadcom: Legal Battle Over VMware Licenses 06:00 Elon Musk and the AGI Hype with Grok 5 07:38 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

Nick Frosst is a Canadian AI researcher and entrepreneur, best known as co-founder of Cohere, the enterprise-focused LLM. Cohere has raised over $900 million, most recently a $500 million round, bringing its valuation to $6.8 billion. Under his leadership, Cohere hit $100M in ARR. Prior to founding Cohere, Nick was a researcher at Google Brain and a protégé of Geoffrey Hinton. AGENDA:  00:00 – Biggest lessons from Geoff Hinton at Google Brain? 02:10 – Did Google completely sleep at the wheel and miss ChatGPT? 05:45 – Is data or compute the real bottleneck in AI's future? 07:20 – Does GPT5 Prove That Scaling Laws are BS? 13:30 – Are AI benchmarks just total BS? 17:00 – Would Cohere spend $5M on a single AI researcher? 19:40 – What is nonsense in AI that everyone is talking about? 25:30 – What is no one talking about in AI that everyone should be talking about? 33:00 – How do Cohere compete with OpenAI and Anthropic's billions? 44:30 – Why does being American actually hurt tech companies today? 45:10 – Should countries fund their own models? Is model sovereignty the future? 52:00 – Why has Sam Altman actually done a disservice to AI?  

Our 220th episode with a summary and discussion of last week's big AI news! Recorded on 08/30/2025 Check out Andrey's work over at Astrocade , sign up to be an ambassador here Hosted by Andrey Kurenkov and co-hosted by Daniel Bashir Feel free to email us your questions and feedback at contact@lastweekinai.com and/or hello@gladstone.ai Read out our text newsletter and comment on the podcast at https://lastweekin.ai/ In this episode: Google's newly released Gemini 2.5 image editing model showcases remarkable advancements, enabling highly accurate modifications of subjects while retaining their original features. Anthropic expands Claude with an AI browser agent for Chrome and adds features to remember past conversations, enhancing the user experience and personalization. NVIDIA and AMD to share revenue from AI chip sales to China with US government, marking a notable shift in export control policies and trade practices. AI companion apps are experiencing substantial growth, with projected revenues expected to reach $120 million by 2025, raising questions about social implications and user engagement. Timestamps + Links: Tools & Apps (00:02:12) Google Gemini's AI image model gets a 'bananas' upgrade | TechCrunch (00:05:32) Anthropic launches a Claude AI agent that lives in Chrome | TechCrunch (00:08:30) Anthropic's Claude chatbot can now remember your past conversations | The Verge (00:11:46) Google Launches AI ‘Guided Learning' Tool to Teach Users (00:14:55) Apple Intelligence's ChatGPT integration will use GPT-5 starting with iOS 26 | The Verge (00:15:39) OpenAI Adds New Features to Codex, Like IDE Extension and GitHub Code Reviews Applications & Business (00:16:49) Lovable projects $1B in ARR within next 12 months | TechCrunch (00:18:56) Decart hits $3.1 billion valuation on $100 million raise to power real-time interacti | Ctech (00:20:19) Cohere raises $500M to beat back generative AI rivals | TechCrunch (00:21:25) Pony AI, Nearing Full-Year Robotaxi Goal, Eyes European Markets - Bloomberg (00:22:41) Co-founder of Elon Musk's xAI departs the company | TechCrunch Projects & Open Source (00:24:39) Meta AI Just Released DINOv3: A State-of-the-Art Computer Vision Model Trained with Self-Supervised Learning, Generating High-Resolution Image Features - MarkTechPost (00:27:02) GLM-4.5: Agentic, Reasoning, and Coding (ARC) Foundation Models (00:29:49) China's DeepSeek Releases V3.1, Boosting AI Model's Capabilities - Bloomberg (00:30:36) Open weight LLMs exhibit inconsistent performance across providers (00:32:02) Microsoft Released VibeVoice-1.5B: An Open-Source Text-to-Speech Model that can Synthesize up to 90 Minutes of Speech with Four Distinct Speakers - MarkTechPost Research & Advancements (00:33:43) Deep Think with Confidence (00:36:30) Generative AI reshapes U.S. job market, Stanford study shows Policy & Safety (00:41:42) Inside the US Government's Unpublished Report on AI Safety | WIRED (00:44:10) U.S. Government to Take Cut of Nvidia and AMD A.I. Chip Sales to China - The New York Times (00:45:13) Anthropic Settles High-Profile AI Copyright Lawsuit Brought by Book Authors (00:46:56) AI companion apps on track to pull in $120M in 2025 | TechCrunch

AI Daily Rundown: August 29, 2025Listen at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-daily-news-rundown-microsoft-launches-its-first/id1684415169?i=1000724093348Hello AI Unraveled listeners, and welcome to today's news where we cut through the hype to find the real-world business impact of AI.Today's Headlines:

Pour aller à la conférence Saaspasse :https://conf.saaspasse.com/Pour en savoir plus sur helloDarwin : https://go.hellodarwin.com/hypercroissance?utm_source=helloDarwin&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=grants-hypercroissanceCohere, OpenAI, Anthropic : la bataille mondiale de l'intelligence artificielle est en pleine accélération. Dans cet épisode d'Hypercroissance, nous recevons Nectarios Economakis, partenaire chez Amiral Ventures, pour analyser l'essor fulgurant de Cohere, la startup canadienne d'IA valorisée à 6,8 milliards de dollars.Ancien stratège chez PNR, Nectarios nous partage une vision éclairée du capital de risque et de l'avenir des startups technologiques au Canada. Nous abordons :✅ Pourquoi Cohere attire déjà 500M$ d'investissements et des partenaires comme Nvidia ou Salesforce✅ Comment l'IA redessine les rapports de force entre le Canada et les États-Unis✅ Les 700 millions d'usagers actifs d'OpenAI et ce que ça change pour le marché✅ Les chances réelles d'un “Shopify de l'IA” né au Canada✅ Pourquoi seules 2 ou 3 entreprises domineront vraiment le secteurSi tu es fondateur, investisseur ou responsable marketing, cet épisode est une plongée au cœur des enjeux stratégiques de l'IA, du capital de risque et de la croissance des entreprises au Canada.

Welcome back to another jam-packed episode of Tank Talks! Host Matt Cohen is joined by John Ruffolo to break down the biggest headlines shaping Canada's business, tech, and financial future. From the $12.3B privatization of Dayforce, to the Canadian government's long-overdue embrace of AI startups, and the urgent debate over stablecoins and financial sovereignty, this episode dives deep into the forces reshaping Canada's economy.Whether you're a founder, investor, or policy watcher, you don't want to miss this candid conversation on where Canada is winning and where we risk falling dangerously behind.Dayforce Acquired in $12.3B Mega Sale (01:15)Matt and John unpack Thoma Bravo's $12.3 billion acquisition of Dayforce, Canada's largest private tech buyout in history. They discuss why HR software has become a hot consolidation market, the risks of Canadian management talent shifting south, and what this deal signals for the future of SaaS valuations.The Rise of Tender Offers & Canva's $42B Valuation (06:01)With Canva's latest employee tender round oversubscribed, John and Matt explore why private markets remain so frothy, how valuation gaps compare to IPOs like Figma's, and what it means for Canadian scale-ups eyeing liquidity.AI Funding Frenzy: Cohere's $500M Raise & Government Partnership (07:30)Canadian AI champion Cohere announced a $500M round at a $6.8B valuation and a landmark MOU with the federal government. John and Matt debate whether government procurement can finally support Canadian AI companies and if AI cost curves are sustainable as token prices plummet.The AI Economics Debate: Infrastructure vs. Applications (10:05)With LLM costs dropping and cloud providers cashing in, John and Matt analyze whether the money in AI will flow to infrastructure giants like Nvidia and Microsoft, or to niche application-layer startups battling against the incumbents.Google's AI Energy Report & The Sustainability Question (13:24)Google claims its Gemini models are 33x more efficient than last year. John questions whether those numbers hold up at scale and what AI's true carbon footprint means for global adoption.China's Stablecoin Push & The Threat to Canadian Sovereignty (15:14)China moves toward approving yuan-backed stablecoins, while the US doubles down on dollar-backed alternatives. John warns that Canada's silence on stablecoin policy risks losing monetary sovereignty, while Matt predicts US dollar stablecoins could eclipse the Canadian dollar within a decade.Why Canadian Entrepreneurs Need “Team Canada” Capital (21:06)Drawing from his recent Substack essay, Chasing the Tornado, John argues that Canada's biggest risk is capital providers sitting on the sidelines. He calls for pensions, banks, and family offices to invest in sovereign businesses before Canada loses control of key industries.Walking Again with AI-Powered Robotics (23:47)On a personal note, John shares his inspiring first steps in a robotic exoskeleton built by Human in Motion Robotics. He describes how AI-driven rehab tech could transform mobility for millions and why this Canadian innovation deserves global attention.Connect with John Ruffolo on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/joruffoloConnect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

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Send us a text00:00 – OpenAI Tender Eyes $500b Valuation06:32 – Cohere Raises at $6b Valuation 12:11 – n8n Raises at $2.3b Pre-MoneyNick Fusco = CEO at PM Insights, a pre-IPO secondary market pricing company…X - @TheFuscoKid…LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/nickfuscoEvan Cohen = Founder/COO of withVincent.com, a media company focused on alternative investments…X - @evvcohen…LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/evcohenClint Sorenson = Chief Investment Officer at WealthShield, an outsourced CIO and investment research company…X - @clint_sorenson…LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/csorensoncfacmtAaron Dillon = Managing Director of AG Dillon Funds, pre-IPO stock investing for RIAs…X - @AaronGDillon…LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/aarondillonnyc

North Cohere's latest AI agents are redefining what's possible in the world of automation. We explore their potential, the technology behind them, and how they might impact your daily life. Tune in for a deep dive into the future of AI.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

These AI agents from North Cohere aren't just smart — they're game-changers. We break down their capabilities, their real-world uses, and the big questions they raise for society. This is AI like you've never heard before.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

North Cohere's AI Agents: Disruption in Action Some say this marks the dawn of a new AI era. Is North Cohere setting the standard for AI agents worldwide?Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

North Cohere's AI Agents: Disruption in Action The potential for business transformation is staggering. This might just be the story that defines the next decade of tech.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

It's a Friday TWiST and Jason and Alex are FIRED UP about this internal Meta doc laying out appropriate vs. inappropriate AI behavior… You won't BELIEVE with what Zuck approves for 8-year-old users.PLUS… AI job displacement is HERE, at least in the Big Apple… Jason's getting kind of paranoid about the surveillance state… AI remains frothier than ever through new Cohere and Cognition rounds… and why we're dubious that Sam Altman REALLY plans to spend $1 trillion on OpenAI data centers.It's all happening on a brand-new This Week in Startups. Give it a click!Timestamps:(0:00) Intro - How Opendoor became a meme stock(06:58) When companies have less value than cash on hand… what gives?(10:23) - (11:24) Bolt - Don't be left behind. Build apps quickly without knowing how to code with Bolt.new. Try it free at https://www.bolt.new/twist(19:13) New York's not adding jobs… Jason and Alex dig in and offer some theories.(20:25) - (21:30) Northwest Registered Agent - Form your entire business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Get more privacy, more options, and more done—visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/twist today!(26:56) AI job displacement is HERE and it's happening, folks…(30:05) Why Jason predicts unemployment will be 20% higher 1 year from today… add it to the TWiST Calendar(30:24) - (31:37) Alphasense - Get deeper insights into your business with the power of AI search and market intelligence. Start with a free trial at https://www.alpha-sense.com/twist(33:02) Wait, Meta AI is having “sensual” chats with children? WHY?(40:00) Will there be fallout to the Meta exposé? Legal? Staffing? Otherwise?(47:47) AI remains frothier than ever with new Cohere and Cognition rounds.(52:33) Sam Altman says he's going to spend $1 trillion on data centers… Jason's dubious.Subscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.comCheck out the TWIST500: https://www.twist500.comSubscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcpFollow Lon:X: https://x.com/lonsFollow Alex:X: https://x.com/alexLinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelmFollow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanisThank you to our partners:(10:23) Bolt - Don't be left behind. Build apps quickly without knowing how to code with Bolt.new. Try it free at https://www.bolt.new/twist(20:25) Northwest Registered Agent - Form your entire business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Get more privacy, more options, and more done—visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/twist today!(30:24) Alphasense - Get deeper insights into your business with the power of AI search and market intelligence. Start with a free trial at https://www.alpha-sense.com/twistGreat TWIST interviews: Will Guidara, Eoghan McCabe, Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Bob Moesta, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarlandCheck out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanisFollow TWiST:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartupsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartupsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartupsSubstack: https://twistartups.substack.comSubscribe to the Founder University Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@founderuniversity1916

Cohere has hired Joelle Pineau, Meta's former VP of AI research who previously oversaw the tech giant's fundamental AI research (FAIR) lab. In her newly created Chief AI Officer role, Pineau will oversee AI strategy across Cohere's research, product and policy teams. Also, Monarch Tractors won't be built by Foxconn after Ohio factory sale. The tractors were the only vehicles being built by Foxconn in Ohio after Lordstown Motors, Fisker Inc., and IndiEV went bankrupt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two years after his first appearance on The Unlimited Podcast, Jordan Jacobs, Managing Partner & Co-Founder of Radical Ventures, is back to discuss how AI has evolved, and how it will change the future. Brian and Jordan discuss "agentic" AI and its implications, the impact AI is having and will continue to have on jobs, AI regulation around the world, Jordan's favourite AI tools, and more! This episode is a "must-listen" for those looking to understand how far AI has come, what lies ahead, and how to navigate the opportunities and risks of this transformative technology. Plus stick around to the very end to hear "real" Brian speak with "AI" Brian about this episode.Radical Ventures is a global AI-focused venture capital firm investing exclusively in artificial intelligence, with a presence in Toronto, San Francisco, and London and a mission to back founders building transformative AI companies. Radical's portfolio features category-defining AI leaders such as Cohere, Waabi, Untether AI, and Xanadu. Founders also gain hands-on help from Radical's “Velocity” services team across recruiting, chip partnerships, go-to-market, policy, governance, and finance.Jordan Jacobs is the Managing Partner and cofounder of Radical Ventures. He previously co-founded Layer 6 AI (acquired by TD Bank in 2018) and helped launch Toronto's Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence. He also serves on the board of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR) and has helped shape Canada's national AI strategy, bringing a policy lens to his work with founders. Jordan is also a member of the University of Waterloo President's International Advisory Board, a Director of Tennis Canada, and has been selected as one of Toronto's 50 Most Influential People.Timestamps:0:00 Episode 16 Recap1:00 Intro & Disclaimer4:06 What is AI?6:30 How has AI evolved in the last 2 years?11:20 What is Agentic AI17:37 What does Agentic AI mean for jobs?21:56 Government sentiment on AI25:46 Jordan's message to the Minister of AI37:25 Jordan's advice to businesses NOT using AI43:35 Where is Radical investing?51:41 What AI tools is Jordan using personally?53:31 Outro54:57 Ginsler.ai

Is Evan Solomon a chatbot? Deciphering the Minister of AI's jargon-filled tech-speak. Canada is going all in on AI, but what is the plan, exactly?Plus, new Trudeau tea and a controversial National Post headline. Clarification: A previous version of this episode implied that Cohere was both Canadian and American-owned. It is the data centre that is American owned. We regret the error.Host: Jesse BrownCredits: James Nicholson (Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Ronit NovakAdditional music by Audio Network Further reading: Canada's AI Opportunity with Minister of Artificial Intelligence Evan Solomon - RBC [PODCAST]Canada's first AI Minister Evan Solomon on his plan to scale up the industry - The Globe and Mail “I was such a nerd. I learned guitar just so I wouldn't get beat up”: A Q&A with Evan Solomon, Canada's new minister of AI - Toronto Life Liberals won't reintroduce old AI law but will address copyright issues - The Logic “Light, tight, right” regulation: Minister Evan Solomon unpacks how Canada plans to support domestic AI and quantum computing | BetaKit https://maxvaliquette.substack.com/ Israeli strike in Gaza slays Anas al-Sharif, who Israel says posed as an 'Al Jazeera' journalist | National Post Sponsors:Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offeroxio: Head over to canadaland.oxio.ca and use code CANADALAND for your first month free! If you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From streamlining workflows to pushing the limits of machine learning, North Cohere's AI agents are turning heads. Find out how they're built, what they can do, and why they're making headlines. The AI revolution is here.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

North Cohere's latest AI agents are redefining what's possible in the world of automation. We explore their potential, the technology behind them, and how they might impact your daily life. Tune in for a deep dive into the future of AI.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

Step inside the world of North Cohere's groundbreaking AI agents. Discover how they operate, why they matter, and the surprising ways they could reshape industries. Get ready to see AI from a whole new perspective.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

What if your digital assistant could think ahead? North Cohere's AI agents promise just that. In this episode, we uncover their design, their applications, and their potential to transform work and play forever.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

North Cohere's latest AI agents are redefining what's possible in the world of automation. We explore their potential, the technology behind them, and how they might impact your daily life. Tune in for a deep dive into the future of AI.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

North Cohere's AI Agents: Game-Changer or Overhyped? They could soon become essential tools in every major company. We investigate whether North Cohere can maintain its lead in the AI race.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

North Cohere's AI Agents: Disruption in Action This technology promises to make automation more intuitive and powerful. We break down the innovation driving these agents and where it could lead.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

North Cohere's AI Agents: Game-Changer or Overhyped? They could soon become essential tools in every major company. Could this be the push that takes AI from useful to indispensable?Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

The Power Behind North Cohere's AI Agent Revolution The company claims they can handle complex tasks with human-like precision. We break down the innovation driving these agents and where it could lead.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

North Cohere's AI Agents: Game-Changer or Overhyped? Experts say this tech could disrupt entire job markets. Could this be the push that takes AI from useful to indispensable?Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

In this episode, Jaeden discusses Cohere's new AI agent platform, North, which focuses on automating workflows while ensuring data privacy and security for enterprises. He highlights the platform's capabilities, its competitive positioning in the market, and the importance of deploying AI models on private infrastructure. Jaeden also reflects on the future of AI agents and their role in enhancing business operations.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/aboutYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/jV0M0COxV_EChapters00:00 Introduction to Cohere's New AI Agent Platform02:41 Security and Data Privacy in AI Agents05:55 Cohere's Competitive Edge and Market Positioning08:39 Conclusion and Future Outlook for Cohere

Canada's got a new homegrown AI tool that minds its own business… and yours. The U.S. continues to stray farther away from the global health consensus.

In this episode, I sit down with my best friend and fellow entrepreneur, Anette Oran, to talk about the bold and beautiful life she's built—across borders, time zones, and industries. Anette shares what it's been like to relocate to a brand new country with her husband, how she creates grounding rituals in unfamiliar places, and the unexpected gifts that come from living outside your comfort zone. We also dive into Cohere, the software company she co-founded to support coaches and course creators in building transformational programs with ease. Anette drops wisdom on staying rooted in your purpose, avoiding the comparison trap (especially in the digital world), and how to create a life that feels like you, wherever you are. Whether you're a digital nomad, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply craving a fresh perspective on life, this episode is a warm, inspiring listen that will leave you feeling grounded and expansive all at once.

Bell annonce une offre complète d'intelligence artificielle souveraine, en partenariat avec l'entreprise canadienne Cohere. Cette initiative s'appuie sur un réseau national d'infrastructures ( incluant six mégacentres de données ) visant à offrir aux organisations publiques et privées des solutions d'IA conçues, hébergées et opérées exclusivement au Canada. Ce partenariat permet notamment à Bell de proposer les modèles de langage de Cohere, réputés pour leur fiabilité, tout en garantissant que les données ne quittent pas le territoire canadien. Cette stratégie place Bell en acteur clé du développement d'une IA souveraine canadienne, en s'inspirant notamment de démarches similaires menées en France, en Allemagne et en Australie.

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Tank Talks! Host Matt Cohen is joined by John Ruffolo as they dive deep into some of the most fascinating business and tech news, covering everything from the Bank of Canada's interest rates to Figma's IPO debut and the rising debate over AI web crawling. Get ready for another whirlwind discussion on the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of technology, finance, and policy!Bank of Canada Holds Rates Amid Tariff Resilience (00:31)The episode kicks off with a look at the Bank of Canada's decision to hold interest rates steady at 2.75%, despite tariff resistance from the U.S. Matt and John dissect how the Canadian economy is faring and whether this wait-and-see approach will help or hurt the country's future rate cuts.Figma IPO: A Tech World Shake-Up (02:56)Figma, the design software giant, hits the New York Stock Exchange with a stunning 225% stock surge, far surpassing its $33 IPO price. Matt and John explore the remarkable jump in Figma's stock value, its previous $20 billion offer from Adobe, and how this signals a new era for the tech IPO market.The Surge of AI-Powered IPOs and Investment Opportunities (05:02)From Figma to potential IPOs from high-growth AI companies, the episode shifts focus to the flood of upcoming tech public offerings. With Microsoft and Meta reporting blowout earnings, the duo discusses how AI and high-tech companies are dominating the IPO space and the new investment opportunities in play.Cohere's Growth Amidst AI Giants (07:29)Canadian AI startup Cohere is making waves with a new partnership with Bell Canada and reports of revenue growth, doubling its projected recurring revenue. John and Matt discuss how the startup is positioning itself in the highly competitive AI space, especially with privacy-focused models catering to regulated industries.JPMorgan and Coinbase's Surprising Crypto Partnership (09:48)JPMorgan and Coinbase announce a groundbreaking partnership, directly connecting customers' bank accounts to crypto wallets. Matt and John break down how this bold move marks a huge shift in the banking industry, particularly as Canadian banks are left playing catch-up.Ontario Cancels Starlink Deal Over Tariff Tensions (12:09)In a shocking move, the Ontario government cancels a $92 million Starlink deal due to U.S. tariff tensions. Matt and John discuss how this decision could impact access to vital broadband for remote communities and the political ramifications of Canada's communications sovereignty.The Growing Battle Over AI Web Crawlers and Content Protection (15:26)As AI web crawlers, including OpenAI's GPT and Anthropic's Claude, face growing restrictions, Matt and John discuss the implications of major companies like Amazon and media giants blocking these crawlers. The episode explores the future of online data scraping, the rise of closed ecosystems, and the potential impact on digital advertising.Connect with John Ruffolo on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/joruffoloConnect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

Mon Carnet, le podcast de Bruno Guglielminetti Le grand magazine francophone de l'actualité numérique Vendredi 1er août 2025 Débrief transatlantique avec Jérôme Colombain (3:32) Entrevues : Pour une IA plus sûre : Philippe Beaudoin de LoiZero (27:46) Marché des agents IA d'AWS : Retour d'experience de Coveo (45:52) IA souveraine : Bell s'allie à Cohere (1:00:36) Jeu vidéo avec Carl-Edwin Michel : Martin Brouard (Studio Imugi) présente Bonaparte (1:12:02) Billets : Weber : La déception de Proton (1:19:55) Ricoul : Technologies portables (1:25:27) Entrevue : Poulin : Une nouvelle formation UX à l'ÉTS (1:34:27) Musique : Bruno Guglielminetti Collaborateurs : Jérôme Colombain, Carl-Edwin Michel, Thierry Weber, Stéphane Ricoul, Jean-François Poulin www.MonCarnet.com Une production de Guglielminetti.com Août 2025

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit sub.thursdai.newsWoohoo, we're almost done with July (my favorite month) and the Open Source AI decided to go out with some fireworks

Developing and scaling AI systems brings new security challenges, and companies are scrambling to figure out just how to handle some of the more pressing ones.I was recently joined on stage by co-founders from two Canadian unicorns, Cohere and Tailscale, to dig into these challenges at Web Summit Vancouver.We Meet:  Avery Pennarun, Co-founder & CEO, Tailscale                 Ivan Zhang, Co-founder, Cohere Credits:This episode of SHIFT was produced by Jennifer Strong with help from Emma Cillekens. It was mixed by Garret Lang, with original music from him and Jacob Gorski. Art by Meg Marco.

“ It's kind of that 'Valley or bust' mentality which breaks the ecosystem and really hurts Canada.” Harley Finkelstein (Shopify), Mike Katchen (Wealthsimple), and Aidan Gomez (Cohere) hold a candid conversation about 'Ambition made in Canada' during Toronto Tech Week. Recorded live at Homecoming. The BetaKit Podcast is presented by Invest Northern Ireland—the gateway to international growth. International Tech companies are discovering countless advantages in Northern Ireland. That's why it's the #2 international investment location for US Cybersecurity firms, as well as Europe's leading location for new Software development projects. Global Tech giants like Microsoft, Qualcomm, Nvidia, and Synopsys have already spotted the benefits we offer–such as our skilled workforce, supportive business environment, competitive costs, and expertise in sectors like Cybersecurity and Fintech. Let Northern Ireland help your business grow. Visit investni.com/americas to learn more.  -- The BetaKit Podcast is also brought to you by Motion—the control center for creative strategists.  Motion helps brands scale paid social campaigns faster by turning complex ad data into clear, actionable insights, offering tools like visual ad analysis, competitor tracking, and automated reporting.  Backed by a recent $30M Series B raise, Motion just launched AI Creative Strategists: virtual teammates that analyze creatives, run research, and use real ad data to generate more winning content. If you're ready to take on real marketing challenges and make an impact, Motion is for you.  Explore open roles at one of Canada's fastest-growing tech companies. They're expanding their engineering and customer success teams at the moment! Visit motionapp.com/careers to learn more and apply. Related links: Canadian tech leaders tell the next generation to learn to say “no” at Homecoming   Addressing the 600-pound beaver in the room

Welcome back to another electrifying episode of Tank Talks! Matt Cohen is joined once again by John Ruffolo to unpack the latest economic and technological headlines. From Canada's growing role in global AI and energy discussions to the latest shifts in public-private partnerships, this episode is packed with high-stakes insights and forward-thinking analysis.Is Canada ready to lead the charge in AI and quantum technology? Can the nation address its looming energy challenges and secure a sustainable economic future? Tune in for an exploration of these questions and more!G7 Summit & Canada's Global Position: A Race for AI Leadership (00:14)The G7 Summit in Alberta saw world leaders make bold commitments to AI and quantum technology, with Canada front and center. But how realistic are these promises? Matt and John dive into the challenges and opportunities ahead as Canada seeks to secure its place as a global leader in innovation and technology.AI Investment and Quantum Computing: Is Canada Ready to Step Up? (00:40)The G7 has pledged $185 million towards AI and quantum growth, but John has concerns about the scale and execution of these investments. Will this funding truly move the needle, or is it just more talk without follow-through? John discusses whether Canada has the right strategy to dominate in these transformative technologies.Energy Challenges: Canada's Struggle for Economic Resilience (03:30)Energy remains Canada's Achilles' heel. As global markets shift and environmental concerns grow, John breaks down Canada's struggle to address its energy needs while maintaining environmental responsibility. How can Canada secure its energy future in a politically and environmentally charged landscape? The conversation digs into what needs to change for the country to thrive.Open Banking: Canada's Slow Progress and Risk of Falling Behind (06:05)Despite promises, Canada is still stumbling on the road to open banking. With no concrete timeline in place, John and Matt discuss the latest developments and why Canada risks falling behind other fintech hubs like the U.S. and the UK. Is Canada's fintech future in peril, or is there hope for change on the horizon?Public-Private Partnerships in AI: A Game-Changer for Canada's Economy? (08:47)Cohere's new partnership with the Canadian and UK governments is raising the stakes for AI innovation in the public sector. As AI gains ground in government services, Matt and John examine how this public-private collaboration could shape Canada's economic future. Are these partnerships the key to unlocking Canada's AI potential?Meta's AI Bet: Is Zuckerberg Playing Catch-Up or Leading the Charge? (14:32)Mark Zuckerberg is throwing down big bets in AI, offering hefty signing bonuses and investing $14 billion into Scale AI. But is this a desperate attempt to catch up with rivals like OpenAI, or a strategic move to solidify Meta's position at the forefront of AI? Matt and John analyze the implications of Zuckerberg's moves and what they mean for Meta's future.Investment Shifts: VC Fund Performance and What It Means for the Tech Landscape (20:01)The latest data on VC fund performance reveals some stark realities. While TVPI (Total Value to Paid-in Capital) shows some life, DPI (Distributions to Paid-in Capital) is still scarce. John and Matt dive into the numbers and discuss what this means for investors, founders, and the future of venture capitalAs global dynamics shift, Canada's role in AI, energy, and investment will be tested like never before. Can the country capitalize on its technological opportunities, or will it get left behind? This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding how these shifts will shape the future of business, technology, and global leadership.Connect with John Ruffolo on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/joruffoloConnect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

What really happened inside Google Brain when the “Attention is All You Need” paper was born? In this episode, Aidan Gomez — one of the eight co-authors of the Transformers paper and now CEO of Cohere — reveals the behind-the-scenes story of how a cold email and a lucky administrative mistake landed him at the center of the AI revolution.Aidan shares how a group of researchers, given total academic freedom, accidentally stumbled into one of the most important breakthroughs in AI history — and why the architecture they created still powers everything from ChatGPT to Google Search today.We dig into why synthetic data is now the secret sauce behind the world's best AI models, and how Cohere is using it to build enterprise AI that's more secure, private, and customizable than anything else on the market. Aidan explains why he's not interested in “building God” or chasing AGI hype, and why he believes the real impact of AI will be in making work more productive, not replacing humans.You'll also get a candid look at the realities of building an AI company for the enterprise: from deploying models on-prem and air-gapped for banks and telecoms, to the surprising demand for multimodal and multilingual AI in Japan and Korea, to the practical challenges of helping customers identify and execute on hundreds of use cases.CohereWebsite - https://cohere.comX/Twitter - https://x.com/cohereAidan GomezLinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/aidangomezX/Twitter - https://x.com/aidangomezFIRSTMARKWebsite - https://firstmark.comX/Twitter - https://twitter.com/FirstMarkCapMatt Turck (Managing Director)LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/turck/X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/mattturck(00:00) Intro (02:00) The Story Behind the Transformers Paper (03:09) How a Cold Email Landed Aidan at Google Brain (10:39) The Initial Reception to the Transformers Breakthrough (11:13) Google's Response to the Transformer Architecture (12:16) The Staying Power of Transformers in AI (13:55) Emerging Alternatives to Transformer Architectures (15:45) The Significance of Reasoning in Modern AI (18:09) The Untapped Potential of Reasoning Models (24:04) Aidan's Path After the Transformers Paper and the Founding of Cohere (25:16) Choosing Enterprise AI Over AGI Labs (26:55) Aidan's Perspective on AGI and Superintelligence (28:37) The Trajectory Toward Human-Level AI (30:58) Transitioning from Researcher to CEO (33:27) Cohere's Product and Platform Architecture (37:16) The Role of Synthetic Data in AI (39:32) Custom vs. General AI Models at Cohere (42:23) The AYA Models and Cohere Labs Explained (44:11) Enterprise Demand for Multimodal AI (49:20) On-Prem vs. Cloud (50:31) Cohere's North Platform (54:25) How Enterprises Identify and Implement AI Use Cases (57:49) The Competitive Edge of Early AI Adoption (01:00:08) Aidan's Concerns About AI and Society (01:01:30) Cohere's Vision for Success in the Next 3–5 Years

In the last episode of TAB Storytellers season 3, Abi and Jen decided to end with a candid, heartfelt conversation that celebrates their journey, the evolution of TAB (Teaching for Artistic Behavior), and the challenges and triumphs of teaching art in diverse environments. They reflect on their personal and professional growth, share updates about roles, research, and family life, and explore meaningful themes like student agency, teacher identity, and curriculum design. It's a rich and inspiring check-in that reaffirms the community and philosophy behind the TABcast.For more information about TAB, please visit the TAB website: www.teachingfor artisticbehavior.org. Also, you are invited to join us on Mighty Networks (https://teaching-for-artistic-behavior.mn.com/), an online platform dedicated to everything TAB!Here are links to resources or more information that was discussed in the TABcast: Engaging Learners Through Artmaking (Book, 2nd Edition)Fred Tjardes School of Innovation, Greeley, COHere is a link to a lightly edited transcript of this episode. We recognize that there are probably errors and grammatical issues. If anyone with the time or inclination to edit this wants to do so, please email us at storytellers@teachingforartisticbehavior.org

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Isabelle Camp, Global Head of Events at Cohere, to break down what it really takes to design events that deliver measurable business impact. From strategic planning to post-event automation, Isabelle shares the systems, team alignment strategies, and data practices that transform events into revenue engines. Whether you're navigating disconnects between sales and marketing or looking to move beyond vanity metrics, this episode offers a playbook for event pros who want real pipeline results in today's B2B landscape. You'll also hear why creative experiences still matter, how to avoid cookie-cutter formats, and what metrics actually move the needle when it comes to pipeline influence. What you'll learn: How to align event strategy with company-wide business goals Ways to bridge the gap between sales and marketing through events How to track pipeline impact using CRM and automation Why clear pre-event objectives lead to stronger post-event reporting How to balance creativity with data-driven decision-making Strategies for scaling what works—and cutting what doesn't Isabelle Camp brings over a decade of global event marketing experience, from enterprise trade shows to product launches. Now leading the charge at Canada's top AI company, Cohere, she's redefining what success looks like in strategic events and how to achieve it at scale. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Host LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/matthewbyrnecsep Guest LinkedIn: linkedin.com/isabelle-camp/ For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's show: Microsoft lays off 6,000 employees despite record profits, signaling a ruthless new phase in big tech. Jason, Lon, and Alex discuss what it means for the talent market, why tightening U.S. immigration could cripple startup innovation, and whether AI startup Windsurf is selling too early as OpenAI circles. Plus, Klarna's AI customer service backfires, IPO momentum returns, and Office Hours with airfive founder Jeremy Redman pitches a bold new prepaid SaaS model.Timestamps:(0:00) Episode Teaser(2:40) Why ex-Microsoft staffers are talking smack on Blind(10:08) Atlassian - Head to https://www.atlassian.com/startups/twist to see if you qualify for 50 free seats for 12 months.(15:58) Checking out ElevenLabs' wild new AI soundboard(20:28) Fidelity Private Shares℠ - Visit ⁠https://fidelityprivateshares.com⁠! Mention our podcast and receive 20% off your first-year paid subscription.(24:02) What is Bottom Up TAM and why it isn't dirty like it sounds(30:10) Google Gemini - It uses AI to help you write, code, and create in one interactive space. Try it at gemini.google.com/canvas.(33:52) Cohere missed revenue estimates but things aren't THAT bleak!(37:01) Why America NEEDS highly skilled immigrants(43:12) Working the “I Have a Secret” strategy with Jeremy from AirfiveSubscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.comCheck out the TWIST500: https://www.twist500.comSubscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcpLinks from episode:EleveLabs Sound Board: https://elevenlabs.io/sound-effects/soundboardLikable: https://likeable.co/airfive: https://airfive.com/Follow Jeremy:X: https://x.com/thejeremyredmanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejeremyredman/Follow Lon:X: https://x.com/lonsFollow Alex:X: https://x.com/alexLinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelmFollow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanisThank you to our partners:(10:08) Atlassian - Head to https://www.atlassian.com/startups/twist to see if you qualify for 50 free seats for 12 months.(20:28) Fidelity Private Shares℠ - Visit ⁠https://fidelityprivateshares.com⁠! Mention our podcast and receive 20% off your first-year paid subscription.(30:10) Google Gemini - It uses AI to help you write, code, and create in one interactive space. Try it at gemini.google.com/canvas.Great TWIST interviews: Will Guidara, Eoghan McCabe, Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Bob Moesta, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarlandCheck out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanisFollow TWiST:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartupsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartupsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartupsSubstack: https://twistartups.substack.comSubscribe to the Founder University Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@founderuniversity1916

Ranjan Roy from Margins is back for our weekly discussion of the latest tech news. We cover: 1) ChatGPT ranks No. 5 among all websites worldwide 2) ChatGPT is the only website among the top ranked by SimilarWeb that is growing 3) How do chatbots get information if they replace the web? 4) Grok's 'white genocide' messaging campaign 5) What's in a system prompt, with a look inside Grok's 6) The truth about Timothée Chalamet 7) Filing stories directly into ChatGPT? 8) Meta slams into big problems in its Llama AI program 9) Does it matter if scaling is done? 10) IBM survey shows generative ROI is hard to come by despite interest 11) Cohere's revenue trouble 12) Perplexity integrates with Paypal 13) A look at the event calendar ahead --- Enjoying Big Technology Podcast? Please rate us five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ in your podcast app of choice. Want a discount for Big Technology on Substack? Here's 25% off for the first year: https://www.bigtechnology.com/subscribe?coupon=0843016b Questions? Feedback? Write to: bigtechnologypodcast@gmail.com

Grok erzählt zusammenhangslos Verschwörungstheorie über weißen Genozid in Südafrika. Trumps Zölle könnten die US-Konsumlaune ins Wanken bringe. Cohere verfehlt seine Umsatzerwartungen drastisch. CoreWeave übertrifft Erwartungen. Microsofts KI-gestützte Einsparungen werfen Fragen zur Zukunft der Softwareentwicklung auf. Coinbase wurde Opfer von Social Engineering. Unterstütze unseren Podcast und entdecke die Angebote unserer Werbepartner auf ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠doppelgaenger.io/werbung⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Vielen Dank!  Philipp Glöckler und Philipp Klöckner sprechen heute über: (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:50) Reddit Google (00:08:15) Youtube Podcast Charts (00:12:15) US Verbraucherbelastung (00:18:45) xAI Systemprompt Genozid Südafrika (00:32:00) Cohere  (00:38:30) CoreWeave  (00:45:20) AirBnb & Booking (00:56:00) TikTok (00:58:00) Microsoft Entlassungen Softwareentwickler (01:01:20) Coinbase Hack (01:06:15) Trump Apple Indienple Shownotes YouTube veröffentlicht Ranking der Top-Podcasts in den USA – nytimes.com Verbraucher unter Druck durch Trumps Zölle – nytimes.com Grok „weißer Völkermord“ in Südafrika - pivot-to-ai.com, axios.com Grok System Prompt – x.com Sam Altman Tweet – x.com Warum Cohere seine Umsatzprognose um 85% verfehlte – theinformation.com Warum ein KI-Datenzentrum auf der Prärie leer steht – theinformation.com CoreWeave übertrifft Erwartungen – ft.com Airbnb: Köche und Massagen in neuer App – bbc.com EU gegen TikTok wegen Online-Inhaltsregeln – ft.com Microsoft-Entlassungen treffen Softwareingenieure, AI-Einsparungen – bloomberg.com Cyberangriff auf Kryptobörse: Kopfgeld auf Hacker ausgesetzt – manager-magazin.de Trump Apple Indien – ft.com Apple warnt vor EU-Apps ohne App-Store-Zahlungen – theverge.com

Aidan joined this week's Unsupervised Learning for a wide-ranging conversation on model architectures, enterprise adoption, and what's breaking in the foundation model stack. If you're building or investing in AI infrastructure, Aidan is worth listening to. He co-authored the original Transformer paper, leads one of the most advanced model labs outside of the hyperscalers, and is now building for real-world enterprise deployment with Cohere's agent platform, North. Cohere serves thousands of customers across sectors like finance, telco, and healthcare — and they've made a name for themselves by staying model-agnostic, privacy-forward, and deeply international (with major bets in Japan and Korea) (0:00) Intro(0:32) Enterprise AI(3:23) Custom Integrations and Future of AI Agents(4:33) Enterprise Use Cases for Gen AI(7:02) The Importance of Reasoning in AI Models(10:38) Custom Models and Synthetic Data(17:48) Cohere's Approach to AI Applications(23:24) Future Use Cases and Market Fit(27:11) Building a Unified Automation Platform(27:34) Strategic Decisions in the AI Journey(29:19) International Partnerships and Language Models(31:05) Future of Foundation Models(32:27) AI in Specialized Domains(34:40) Challenges in Data Integration(35:06) Emerging Foundation Model Companies(35:31) Technological Frontiers and Architectures(37:29) Scaling Hypothesis and Model Capabilities(42:26) AI Research Culture and Team Building(44:39) Future of AI and Societal Impact(48:31) Addressing AI Risks With your co-hosts:  @jacobeffron  - Partner at Redpoint, Former PM Flatiron Health  @patrickachase  - Partner at Redpoint, Former ML Engineer LinkedIn  @ericabrescia  - Former COO Github, Founder Bitnami (acq'd by VMWare)  @jordan_segall  - Partner at Redpoint

”Apple won't use user data to develop and train AI. And Apple lives in a world where AI is going to be table stakes in any software or hardware moving forward.” Call it counter-programming. A tech palate cleanse for all the election and trade war talk. This week, Rob and Doug tackle the latest AI developments: vibe coding, Cohere's (temporary?) LLM pole position, AI data centres from Telus (powered by Nvidia), and Apple's delayed intelligence. The BetaKit Podcast is presented by The Cyber Challenge, powered by Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst and CCTX—your pathway to new sales, industry connections, and non-dilutive funding. If you're ready to scale, refine, and lead cybersecurity innovation, apply today at www.thecyberchallenge.ca. The BetaKit Podcast is also brought to you by Consensus, where innovators meet investors. This May, crypto's longest-running conference will welcome 20,000 attendees to shape the future of the decentralized digital economy at its inaugural festival in Toronto, Canada's largest tech and financial hub. You can't afford to miss it. Visit go.coindesk.com/betakit to sign up and save 20% off your ticket!   Related links: Something Is Rotten in the State of Cupertino Apple's AI division reportedly starting from scratch   Apple's Craig Federighi Discusses the Future of iPhone AI Apple's Catch-22 Cohere's Command A goes brrrrrrrrr Cohere had to extend the axis a bit Telus, data centres and ‘Sovereign AI' (powered by Nvidia) 25% of Y Combinator's latest startup batch is vibe coding Vibe coding startups are already raising millions @leojr94_ vibe coded his way into a cyber attack (lol)  

Dr. Max Bartolo from Cohere discusses machine learning model development, evaluation, and robustness. Key topics include model reasoning, the DynaBench platform for dynamic benchmarking, data-centric AI development, model training challenges, and the limitations of human feedback mechanisms. The conversation also covers technical aspects like influence functions, model quantization, and the PRISM project.Max Bartolo (Cohere):https://www.maxbartolo.com/https://cohere.com/commandTRANSCRIPT:https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/vujxscaffw37pqgb6hpie/MAXB.pdf?rlkey=0oqjxs5u49eqa2m7uaol64lbw&dl=0TOC:1. Model Reasoning and Verification [00:00:00] 1.1 Model Consistency and Reasoning Verification [00:03:25] 1.2 Influence Functions and Distributed Knowledge Analysis [00:10:28] 1.3 AI Application Development and Model Deployment [00:14:24] 1.4 AI Alignment and Human Feedback Limitations2. Evaluation and Bias Assessment [00:20:15] 2.1 Human Evaluation Challenges and Factuality Assessment [00:27:15] 2.2 Cultural and Demographic Influences on Model Behavior [00:32:43] 2.3 Adversarial Examples and Model Robustness3. Benchmarking Systems and Methods [00:41:54] 3.1 DynaBench and Dynamic Benchmarking Approaches [00:50:02] 3.2 Benchmarking Challenges and Alternative Metrics [00:50:33] 3.3 Evolution of Model Benchmarking Methods [00:51:15] 3.4 Hierarchical Capability Testing Framework [00:52:35] 3.5 Benchmark Platforms and Tools4. Model Architecture and Performance [00:55:15] 4.1 Cohere's Model Development Process [01:00:26] 4.2 Model Quantization and Performance Evaluation [01:05:18] 4.3 Reasoning Capabilities and Benchmark Standards [01:08:27] 4.4 Training Progression and Technical Challenges5. Future Directions and Challenges [01:13:48] 5.1 Context Window Evolution and Trade-offs [01:22:47] 5.2 Enterprise Applications and Future ChallengesREFS:[00:03:10] Research at Cohere with Laura Ruis et al., Max Bartolo, Laura Ruis et al.https://cohere.com/research/papers/procedural-knowledge-in-pretraining-drives-reasoning-in-large-language-models-2024-11-20[00:04:15] Influence functions in machine learning, Koh & Lianghttps://arxiv.org/abs/1703.04730[00:08:05] Studying Large Language Model Generalization with Influence Functions, Roger Grosse et al.https://storage.prod.researchhub.com/uploads/papers/2023/08/08/2308.03296.pdf[00:11:10] The LLM ARChitect: Solving ARC-AGI Is A Matter of Perspective, Daniel Franzen, Jan Disselhoff, and David Hartmannhttps://github.com/da-fr/arc-prize-2024/blob/main/the_architects.pdf[00:12:10] Hugging Face model repo for C4AI Command A, Cohere and Cohere For AIhttps://huggingface.co/CohereForAI/c4ai-command-a-03-2025[00:13:30] OpenInterpreterhttps://github.com/KillianLucas/open-interpreter[00:16:15] Human Feedback is not Gold Standard, Tom Hosking, Max Bartolo, Phil Blunsomhttps://arxiv.org/abs/2309.16349[00:27:15] The PRISM Alignment Dataset, Hannah Kirk et al.https://arxiv.org/abs/2404.16019[00:32:50] How adversarial examples arise, Andrew Ilyas, Shibani Santurkar, Dimitris Tsipras, Logan Engstrom, Brandon Tran, Aleksander Madryhttps://arxiv.org/abs/1905.02175[00:43:00] DynaBench platform paper, Douwe Kiela et al.https://aclanthology.org/2021.naacl-main.324.pdf[00:50:15] Sara Hooker's work on compute limitations, Sara Hookerhttps://arxiv.org/html/2407.05694v1[00:53:25] DataPerf: Community-led benchmark suite, Mazumder et al.https://arxiv.org/abs/2207.10062[01:04:35] DROP, Dheeru Dua et al.https://arxiv.org/abs/1903.00161[01:07:05] GSM8k, Cobbe et al.https://paperswithcode.com/sota/arithmetic-reasoning-on-gsm8k[01:09:30] ARC, François Chollethttps://github.com/fchollet/ARC-AGI[01:15:50] Command A, Coherehttps://cohere.com/blog/command-a[01:22:55] Enterprise search using LLMs, Coherehttps://cohere.com/blog/commonly-asked-questions-about-search-from-coheres-enterprise-customers

Matt Cohen and John Ruffolo talk about the BDC Capital $1B fund, the state of early-stage VC funding in Canada, and the rise of mega-deals dominated by U.S. investors. They also discuss the feasibility of the Quebec City-Toronto high-speed rail project, AI copyright lawsuits, potential Trump-era tariffs, and the future of open banking in Canada.Key TopicsBDC Capital's $1B Growth-Stage Investment Fund (00:42)* BDC Capital announces a $1B investment fund, with:* $500M Growth Venture Fund for direct investments and co-investments.* $450M Growth Equity Partners Program for minority stake investments in mid-market companies.* Concerns were raised by Mark McQueen about lack of early-stage funding* John Ruffolo's take:* Canada's early-stage VC ecosystem is underfunded.* BDC was meant to focus on riskier, early-stage investments, while EDC (Export Development Canada) focused on growth-stage.* Shift towards later-stage funding may leave early-stage startups without necessary capital.Canadian Venture Capital Funding Trends (04:55)* CVCA's 2024 report:* $7.86B invested across 592 deals, up 10% from 2023.* Mega deals ($50M+ rounds) comprised 62% of total VC investments.* Seed-stage funding fell 50% to $510M.* Notable mega-deals:* Clio – $1.24B Series F* Cohere – $616M Series D* Blockstream – $289M convertible note* Waabi – $275M Series B* U.S. investors dominate:* 32% of Canadian VC deals had U.S. investor participation.* Clio's round was entirely U.S.-funded.* John Ruffolo's analysis:* Canada needs stronger domestic venture capital.* U.S. capital will always flow into late-stage companies, but early-stage funding is crucial for long-term ecosystem growth.* Lack of Canadian IPOs in 2024 is a concerning sign.Quebec City-Toronto High-Speed Rail: $90B Boondoggle? (09:17)* Massive infrastructure proposal:* $60B–$90B price tag, with $3.9B allocated to planning alone.* Construction won't begin for at least five years, taking 5–7 years per segment.* Criticisms:* Timing is political (announced right before an election).* Where is the funding coming from? Canada's finances are already stretched.* Route selection is questionable – e.g., Laval getting a stop over Mississauga/Brampton.* John Ruffolo's take:* Financial viability is unclear – pension funds won't invest without guarantees of ridership.* Other priorities (e.g., Arctic infrastructure, national security) are being ignored.* The government should invest in digital infrastructure instead (e.g., full 5G coverage).AI Copyright Lawsuits: Cohere vs. Media Giants (14:35)* Major media coalition (The Atlantic, Forbes, The Guardian, Vox, etc.) sues AI startup Cohere for copyright infringement in New York.* Allegations: Cohere scraped and displayed copyrighted content without permission.* Seeking $150K per work infringed + an injunction against Cohere using their content.* Growing legal pressure on AI companies:* NY Times vs. OpenAI – potentially setting a massive precedent.* Anthropic, Meta, and Thomson Reuters have faced similar lawsuits.* John Ruffolo's view:* Copyright concerns were always an issue for AI models.* AI startups may have to pay into a licensing pool (like the music industry).* Investor risk increasing – legal uncertainties may impact funding for public LLMs.Trump's Potential Tariffs: What Canada Should Do (19:25)* Trump's trade policies likely to return if re-elected, impacting Canadian businesses.* John Ruffolo's recommendations:* Canada must fix internal issues first (e.g., interprovincial trade barriers).* Tariffs won't disappear for at least four years, so businesses must adapt.* Canadian businesses will have to shift profits & operations to the U.S. to remain competitive.The Future of Open Banking in Canada (22:00)* U.S. fintech sector gains a boost as Trump administration removes CFPB regulations.* Chime & Klarna expected to benefit from deregulation.* Canadian Conservatives promise major push for open banking if elected.* Liberals have been slow to act on open banking despite six years of promises.John Ruffolo's perspective:* Open banking will make Canadian banks stronger, not weaker.* Canada must prepare for U.S. competition in financial services.Follow Matt Cohen and Tank Talks here!Podcast production support provided by Agentbee.ai This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

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