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WSJ What’s News
What Linda Yaccarino's Departure Means for X

WSJ What’s News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 13:06


P.M. Edition for July 9. After about two years at the helm of Elon Musk's social-media platform, Linda Yaccarino has stepped down as the CEO of X. WSJ advertising editor Suzanne Vranica discusses what that means for X, which recently merged with Musk's artificial intelligence company xAI. Plus, AI chip maker Nvidia became the world's first company to hit a $4 trillion valuation, before paring gains this afternoon. And minutes from the Federal Reserve's June meeting shows that officials are divided about when to resume rate cuts this year. The emerging split comes as President Trump puts pressure on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, even as the president considers candidates for his replacement. We hear from WSJ White House economic policy reporter Brian Schwartz about which candidate seems to be leading the Apprentice-style contest. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mystery AI Hype Theater 3000
Why "AI" Is a Con: Our Book Launch! (with Vauhini Vara), 2025.05.08

Mystery AI Hype Theater 3000

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 76:52 Transcription Available


It's finally here! The AI Con: How to Fight Big Tech's Hype and Create the Future We Want hit the shelves in May. In this special bonus episode, Alex and Emily speak to tech journalist Vauhini Vara at one of the book's online launch events, where they covered the misleading nature of the term "artificial intelligence," why the use of tools like ChatGPT will only ever cheapen human labor and enrich the already powerful, and how people can fight the narrative that these technologies are inevitable.Vauhini Vara is a technology reporter and writer. Her journalism has been honored by the Asian American Journalists Association, the International Center for Journalists, the McGraw Center for Business Journalism, and others. Her latest book is Searches: Selfhood in the Digital Age, a work of journalism and memoir about how big technology companies are exploiting human communication — and how we're complicit in this.ReferencesEveryone is cheating their way through college (with ChatGPT)The Last Human Job: The Work of Connecting in a Disconnected World by Allison PughTe Hiku MediaResisting AI: An Anti-fascist Approach to Artificial Intelligence by Dan McQuillanRefusing Generative AI in Writing StudiesPennsylvania's SEIU Local 668 wins a victory against AIElon Musk's xAI is polluting Black Memphis residentsPossible Futures: An Internet for Our EldersBetter Images of AIThe Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC)Check out future streams at on Twitch, Meanwhile, send us any AI Hell you see.Our book, 'The AI Con,' comes out in May! Pre-order now.Subscribe to our newsletter via Buttondown. Follow us!Emily Bluesky: emilymbender.bsky.social Mastodon: dair-community.social/@EmilyMBender Alex Bluesky: alexhanna.bsky.social Mastodon: dair-community.social/@alex Twitter: @alexhanna Music by Toby Menon.Artwork by Naomi Pleasure-Park. Production by Christie Taylor.

AI Chat: ChatGPT & AI News, Artificial Intelligence, OpenAI, Machine Learning

Jaeden discusses the recent $10 billion funding raised by XAI, its implications for the AI market, and the competitive landscape involving major players like Microsoft, Google, and Meta. He highlights XAI's strategic moves, including the development of community notes as a new fact-checking approach, and the hiring of notable talent like Nikita Bjer. The episode concludes with insights into the future prospects of XAI and its position in the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/aboutChapters00:00 XAI's Massive Funding and Market Position03:07 Strategic Developments and Community Notes05:58 AI Integration and Future Prospects08:55 Leadership Changes and Product Innovations11:47 Conclusion and Call to Action

WSJ Tech News Briefing
How a Tiny Himalayan Country Became a Bitcoin Mining Paradise

WSJ Tech News Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 13:48


Wounded by the pandemic, Bhutan turned to the unlikely industry of bitcoin mining to expand its economy. The WSJ's Shan Li takes us through how the plan is working. Plus: Tech leaders want their AI chatbots to offer more personality in the race to encourage usage. WSJ columnist Tim Higgins discusses how Elon Musk is rethinking xAI chatbot Grok. Katie Deighton hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Squawk on the Street
Amazon CEO's AI Message, Tesla Slides on Musk-Trump Feud, Fed's Powell Talks Tariffs 7/1/25

Squawk on the Street

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 45:50


David Faber and Jim Cramer discussed several developments involving AI: Apple is reportedly considering using that technology from Anthropic or OpenAI to power Siri. Elon Musk's xAI raises $10 billion in its efforts to compete with the likes of OpenAI. The anchors reacted to what Amazon CEO Andy Jassy told Jim Monday night on "Mad Money" about AI being "transformative." Tesla shares down sharply on the resumption of the feud between Musk and President Trump surrounding "One Big Beautiful Bill." Also in focus: Fed Chair Powell remarks on tariffs and rate cuts at an ECB forum in Portugal, the big rise and steep fall of AMC Entertainment shares, second half playbook for the markets. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

MKT Call
Tech Stocks Slip To Start Q3

MKT Call

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 6:06


MRKT Matrix - Tuesday, July 1st Dow rallies, S&P 500 is flat as investors rotate out of tech to start new quarter (CNBC) Amazon Is on the Cusp of Using More Robots Than Humans in Its Warehouses (WSJ) Car Sales Hit a Wall as Tariff-Induced Shopping Spree Subsides (Bloomberg) Homes Are Taking Longer to Sell in US Market That Once Flourished (Bloomberg) Analyst Dan Ives says it will be the summer of $4 trillion market caps for surging tech giants (CNBC) Elon Musk's xAI raises $10 billion in debt and equity as it steps up challenge to OpenAI (CNBC) -- Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://riskreversalmedia.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MRKT Matrix by RiskReversal Media is a daily AI powered podcast bringing you the top stories moving financial markets Story curation by RiskReversal, scripts by Perplexity Pro, voice by ElevenLabs

Nation of Jake
Fighting The Imaginary Fight!

Nation of Jake

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 124:37


Despite no air pollution detected as a result of the anti-xAI supercomputer activism, Rep. Justin Pearson is still standing firm claiming that nothing matters "if you cannot breathe clean air, drink clean water, and plant in clean soil." In other words: "Yeah...BUT STILL!" Also on the show, we react to a great clip of Marco Rubio losing it when the President is asked about being called 'Daddy', NYC Mayor Eric Adams rips into mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani a "snake-oil salesman", and we give you today's Wheel of Weird story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharp Tech with Ben Thompson
(Preview) Justice for Software Engineers, The Various Futures of Vibe Coding, Questions at xAI and Progress for Tesla

Sharp Tech with Ben Thompson

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 9:36


On today's show Ben and Andrew answer questions about the future of engineering jobs, the definition of vibe coding, Meta's AI upside, ChatGPT-led fashion shows, xAI as a third-tier streamer, and bitter lessons as autonomous driving becomes more viable. At the end: An emailer follow-ups on last week's conversation about normies and AI risk.

Nation of Jake
Israel & Iran Hit By F-Bomb Strikes

Nation of Jake

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 120:36


Dads usually get upset when they get their kids to make up and still fight. That was the energy shown when President Trump went off on both Israel and Iran for not honoring the ceasefire. Was the cursing justified or inappropriate? Also on the show, it was f-ing hot in Memphis and we ask listeners what creative ways they do to stay cooled down. Local news also broke with the air test results came out relating to xAi. We also played two rounds of Impossible Memphis Trivia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SGGQA Podcast – SomeGadgetGuy
#SGGQA 401: Xbox and AMD, Apple iCloud Lawsuit, Fairphone 6 Leaks, Google Trains AI on Youtube Content

SGGQA Podcast – SomeGadgetGuy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025


A bill before the Senate could block states from regulating AI for ten years. Google is getting sued by a solar company for AI search hallucinations. Apple will be facing another consumer lawsuit over iCloud. xAI faces lawsuit over environmental impact of their AI data centers.  Google is using YouTube content to train Gemini and Veo3. Adobe launched a new computational camera app. Xbox and AMD partner up for the next generation of gaming hardware, while a Meta collaboration might bring VR support to Xbox. Beat Saber leaves the Playstation.  And we HAVE to check out these Fairphone leaks!  Let's get our tech week started right! -- Show Notes and Links https://somegadgetguy.com/b/4MV Video Replay https://youtube.com/live/GkQpDcIvJ-Q Support Talking Tech with SomeGadgetGuy by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/talking-tech-with-somegadgetgu Find out more at https://talking-tech-with-somegadgetgu.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-c117ce for 40% off for 4 months, and support Talking Tech with SomeGadgetGuy.

Real Talk Memphis with Chip Washington
Kermit Moore, Lily Axelrod, and Jim Harbin Jr.

Real Talk Memphis with Chip Washington

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 59:19


Episode Notes My guests include Memphis NAACP Chapter President Kermit Moore. Last week, a lawsuit was filed by the Southern Environmental Law Center, on behalf of the NAACP to xAI signaling their intent to sue over the company's continued use of unpermitted gas turbines at its data center in South Memphis. He explains why this issue has become so important to our community. Next, the Immigration issue continues to be front and center across this country as fears continue to mount for so many. Immigration attorney Lily Axelrod joins to give us the latest updates and why this population of people should stay vigilant. Agape Child & Family Services' Becoming ONE program is set to provide married couples, single individuals and fathers with relationship-building tools through three upcoming free workshops this week. This program provides training through workshops, couple support. Jim Harbin, Jr. is the program coordinator will explain why this might be something you may not want to miss. That and more on air and online Monday, 6 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM. Also, the WYXR app, Tunein, YouTube and Facebook Live. It's time to talk!

Masdividendos
Actualidad Semanal +D. Semana 25/2025

Masdividendos

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 24:17


El Mundo se Vuelve Loco (y tu Cartera Debería Aprovecharlo) No te voy a mentir. El mundo financiero ahora mismo parece un guion de Tarantino escrito durante un apagón. Tenemos a la Fed jugando al escondite con los tipos de interés, a Trump repartiendo aranceles como si fueran caramelos en un desfile y a un par de países de Oriente Medio decidiendo que los drones son la nueva forma de diplomacia. Caos. Incertidumbre. Ruido. La mayoría de la gente ve esto y sale corriendo. Venden en pánico. Se esconden debajo de la cama con su dinero en efectivo, esperando que pase la tormenta. Ese es el error más grande que puedes cometer. Porque mientras todos miran el fuego, se están perdiendo el mapa del tesoro que se está dibujando entre las llamas. En este episodio, vamos a hacer exactamente lo contrario. Vamos a meternos de cabeza en el ojo del huracán para mostrarte lo que casi nadie está viendo: - La guerra silenciosa por la IA: No es solo Nvidia contra AMD. Es una batalla filosófica entre ecosistemas cerrados y el futuro abierto. Y el ganador no se llevará solo el mercado de chips; se llevará la próxima década de innovación. Te contamos quién está apostando por qué y por qué la jugada de Sam Altman (CEO de OpenAI) lo cambia todo. - El divorcio de Apple con China: Mientras Trump grita en redes sociales, Tim Cook está moviendo sigilosamente miles de millones de dólares y la producción de su producto estrella a la India. No es una retirada, es una de las mayores reconfiguraciones geopolíticas de una cadena de suministro de la historia. Y está sucediendo ahora. - El síndrome del emperador Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, xAI... Elon está construyendo el futuro o quemando dinero a un ritmo que haría llorar a un banco central. Analizamos la fuga de talento en Tesla, la verdad detrás del robotaxi y por qué sus cohetes explosivos son la mejor noticia que han recibido sus competidores. ¿Genio o desastre a punto de ocurrir? Probablemente ambos. - La estupidez de los 1.000 millones de dólares: Te contamos la historia real de cómo Novo Nordisk (los de Ozempic) perdió una fortuna por no pagar una factura de 450 dólares. Es una lección brutal sobre la arrogancia corporativa que te dejará sin palabras. - La burbuja del 46.000%: Hay una empresa por ahí que ha subido un 46.000% sin vender absolutamente nada. Sí, has leído bien. La usaremos como bisturí para diseccionar la psicología de las "meme stocks" y enseñarte a diferenciar una locura de una oportunidad. Este no es un episodio para recitarte las noticias. Es una autopsia en vivo del caos. Porque en finanzas, como en la vida, los momentos de mayor confusión son también los de mayor claridad... si sabes dónde mirar. Dale al play y aprende a bailar bajo la lluvia de billetes. O de misiles. Depende del día.

Grumpy Old Geeks
702: TikTaco

Grumpy Old Geeks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 84:51


In this week's episode, Trump delays the TikTok ban for the third time—because procrastination is the new policy—and Twitter's old sign finds new purpose as desert firewood. Tesla continues its streak of “hold my beer” engineering by blowing past a school bus in FSD tests, then mysteriously dumps Cybertrucks in Jersey parking lots while prepping a July 4th factory nap. Meanwhile, Elon's xAI is incinerating a billion bucks a month and allegedly poisoning Memphis, OpenAI and Microsoft are beefing over who's the bigger megalomaniac, and Sam Altman thinks your power bill should fund his robot overlords.In other signs of the apocalypse: Amazon is gleefully replacing workers with AI, Microsoft finally admits it might've wasted billions chasing Skynet, and Wikipedia's editors say no thanks to dumbed-down AI summaries. Studies warn ChatGPT may be turning your brain into smooth pudding, while swearing data reveals the internet prefers the F-word with regional flair. A broke crypto TikToker gets released because he's too poor to ransom, and bankruptcies spike across the Bay as tech jobs vanish like investor confidence.Media Candy brings a buffet from Inside Out to Murderbot to Stick, and Liam Neeson somehow makes the Naked Gun reboot look awesome; Apple tunes CarPlay to fit your weird dashboard, Trump sells a gold Android that's tackier than his ties, and Dave goes full retro with Open EMU 2 and FPGA gaming; plus: Dr. Demento retires, Disneyland hits your screen, and we swear this isn't all a fever dream.Sponsors:DeleteMe - Head over to JoinDeleteMe.com/GOG and use the code "GOG" for 20% off.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordShow notes at https://gog.show/702FOLLOW UPDonald Trump will delay a looming TikTok ban for a third timeThe 560-pound Twitter sign met a fiery end in a Nevada desertIN THE NEWSTesla blows past stopped school bus and hits kid-sized dummies in Full Self-Driving testsFerris Bueller's Day Off: Nine TimesWhat are hundreds of Teslas doing in a New Jersey mall parking lot?Residents Baffled as Tesla Dumps Dozens of Cybertrucks in Shopping CenterTesla plans to shut down Model Y and Cybertruck production over the week of July 423andMe founder Anne Wojcicki will regain control of embattled DNA company after allOpenAI and Microsoft Tensions Are Reaching a Boiling PointAmazon says it will reduce its workforce as AI replaces human employeesMusk's xAI Burns Through $1 Billion a Month as Costs Pile UpMicrosoft CEO Satya Nadella shocks industry by admitting AI has yet to deliver real value despite massive investmentWikipedia cancels plan to test AI summaries after editors skewer the ideaYour Brain on ChatGPT: Accumulation of Cognitive Debt when Using an AI Assistant for Essay Writing TaskSam Altman Says "Significant Fraction" of Earth's Total Electricity Should Go to Running AIxAI faces legal threat over alleged Colossus data center pollution in MemphisKidnappers free TikTok crypto influencer after realizing he has no moneyPersonal bankruptcy surges in the Bay as tech employment sags - The San Francisco Standard201 ways to say ‘f**k': what 1.7 billion words of online text shows about how the world swearsVulgarity in online discourse around the English-speaking worldMEDIA CANDYBraveInside OutFamilies Like OursStickMurderbotFUBARSinnersRear WindowThe SnakeThe Naked Gun - Official Trailer (2025) Liam Neeson, Pamela AndersonThe Sandman: Season 2 | Official Trailer | NetflixDavid Zaslav Is Getting a Pay CutHow adversarial attacks in audio files give musicians new power against AI theft – Here's what you need to knowMusic Music tech Tech WebBenn Jordan's AI poison pill and the weird world of adversarial noiseAPPS & DOODADSiOS 26 will fit CarPlay to better match the shape of your car's screenMahjong Titan+Trump's New Cash Grab Is a Gold iPhone Lookalike That's Worse Than Any Budget AndroidThe golden Trump Phone is almost certainly not made in the USAT THE LIBRARYHappy: Why More or Less Everything is Absolutely Fine by Derren BrownAI Snake Oil: What Artificial Intelligence Can Do, What It Can't, and How to Tell the Difference by Sayash Kapoor, Arvind NarayananDiaries 1969–1979: The Python Years (Michael Palin Diaries Book 1)THE DARK SIDE WITH DAVEDave BittnerThe CyberWireHacking HumansCaveatControl LoopOnly Malware in the BuildingOpen EMU 2Analogue Pocket OpenFPGA GuideAll Major Gen-AI Models Vulnerable to ‘Policy Puppetry' Prompt Injection AttackVisit Disneyland From the Comfort of Disney+ With More POV WalkthroughsDr. Demento Announces Retirement After 55 YearsStar Wars metal.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WSJ Tech News Briefing
TNB Tech Minute: Aflac Said a Cyberattack Might Have Caused the Theft of Personal Data

WSJ Tech News Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 2:11


Plus: U.S. considers ending some export waivers for U.S. technology in China. And, the European Commission scrutinizes Elon Musk's X after xAI's acquisition. Victoria Craig hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

M觀點 | 科技X商業X投資
EP209. 微軟 OpenAI 關係緊張、參院修改川普法案、xAI 真的狂燒錢嗎 | M觀點

M觀點 | 科技X商業X投資

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 73:40


◆泰達椅 第二系列|一椅多用,行動與休憩的最佳夥伴◆ 將「手杖」與「戶外椅」巧妙結合設計,符合戶外活動與日常需求。透過3秒快速手動開合,即刻變身為穩固座椅,無需組裝、隨開即用,行走與休息無縫切換。 輕巧如傘的收納體積,方便攜帶、收納不佔空間,是旅遊健走、排隊等候、戶外活動的理想選擇。針對中壯年與長輩設計,也是不少人選擇的實用孝親好禮。 讓你「走到哪,坐到哪」,真正實現便利、穩固又安心的行動休憩新日常。 ◆粉絲結帳優惠:結帳享77折;滿$2,140免運(購買一件即免運) ◆團購檔期:2025/06/19-2025/07/03(兩周) ◆專屬網址:https://ho.hoho.health/YhjXu --- EP209. 微軟 OpenAI 關係緊張、參院修改大又美法案、xAI 燒錢如流水 | M觀點 --- (00:40) EP209 預告 (02:48) 業配時間:◆泰達椅 第二系列|一椅多用,行動與休憩的最佳夥伴◆ (07:45) 閒聊時間:SpaceX 爆炸、學輔會議心得 (16:30) 第一個話題:微軟 OpenAI 關係緊張 (49:13) 第二個話題:參院修改大又美法案 (57:01) 第三個話題:xAI 燒錢如流水 --- M觀點資訊 --- 科技巨頭解碼: https://bit.ly/2XupBZa M觀點 Telegram - https://t.me/miulaviewpoint M觀點 IG - https://www.instagram.com/miulaviewpoint/ M觀點Podcast - https://bit.ly/34fV7so M報: https://bit.ly/345gBbA M觀點YouTube頻道訂閱 https://bit.ly/2nxHnp9 M觀點粉絲團 https://www.facebook.com/miulaperspective/ 任何合作邀約請洽 miula@outlook.com -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

The Bitcoin Podcast
DEE WEEKLY 5: SEC pivot, Europe piloted blockchain-settled bonds, ZKsync interoperability

The Bitcoin Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 7:30


From a surprise SEC pivot that clears the way for staking-enabled ETFs to Wall Street banks quietly testing crypto desks, this week (May 23 – May 29 2025) delivered regulatory momentum and real-world adoption. Europe piloted blockchain-settled sovereign bonds, Chainlink and ZKsync shipped interoperability upgrades, and Telegram's $300 million xAI deal sent TON flying. Meanwhile, Bitcoin held above $106 K and ETH pressed toward $2.6 K on record ETF inflows.

AI Hustle: News on Open AI, ChatGPT, Midjourney, NVIDIA, Anthropic, Open Source LLMs

Jamie and Jaeden discuss Elon Musk's ambitious plans to raise $4.3 billion in equity for XAI, exploring the implications of this funding for the AI landscape. They delve into the financial strategies behind XAI's growth, the competitive edge of Grok compared to ChatGPT, and the potential future of AI and robotics. The conversation highlights the rapid evolution of XAI and its integration with social media, emphasizing the significance of real-time data in AI applications.AI Hustle YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AI-Hustle-PodcastOur Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/aboutTry AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠Chapters00:00 Introduction to XAI and Funding Goals01:13 The Financial Landscape of XAI03:34 Elon Musk's Strategic Vision for AI06:46 Grok vs. ChatGPT: User Experience and Preferences08:43 The Competitive Edge of XAI10:18 Conclusion and Community Engagement

Morning Announcements
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 - US-Iran tensions; ICE arrests NYC candidate; Musk fundraising; GOP land sale plan

Morning Announcements

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 7:41


Today's Headlines: Missile strikes between Israel and Iran have continued for six days, with President Trump escalating tensions online by demanding Iran's “unconditional surrender” and revealing the U.S. knows the ayatollah's location. Amid warnings from global powers and regional evacuations, Trump faces pushback at home, including a bipartisan congressional resolution requiring approval for U.S. involvement. Meanwhile in New York, Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by ICE during a volunteer shift, prompting outrage, as Trump calls for more deportations in Democratic cities—despite his administration reversing course multiple times on where raids should occur. Elsewhere, Elon Musk's AI startup is reportedly seeking $4.3 billion in new funding after burning through its previous rounds, and Senate Republicans are proposing to sell 3.3 million acres of federal land in 11 Western states to raise revenue. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: CNN: June 17, 2025 – Israel-Iran conflict  Axios: Congress dodges preemptive confrontation with Trump over Iran  NYT: Brad Lander, NYC Mayoral Candidate, Arrested by ICE Agents at Immigration Courthouse Axios: Trump orders ICE to hit Democrat-run cities with deportation blitz  WaPo: Trump officials reverse guidance exempting farms, hotels from immigration raids  CBS News: DHS Secretary Kristi Noem brought to hospital due to allergic reaction  Bloomberg: Elon Musk's xAI in Talks to Raise $4.3B in Equity Funding WAPo: Senate GOP plan would sell millions of acres of Western public land Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#RolandMartinUnfiltered
NAACP Sues Musk's xAI, Emanuel 9 Remembered, League's Unite & Rise, InBooze Spotlight

#RolandMartinUnfiltered

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 117:30 Transcription Available


6.17.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: NAACP Sues Musk’s xAI, Emanuel 9 Remembered, League’s Unite & Rise, InBooze Spotlight The NAACP and the Southern Environmental Law Center have put billionaire Elon Musk's xAI on notice. They plan to file a lawsuit against his Memphis, Tennessee, company over air pollution from the AI startup's data center. We'll talk to the NAACP's Director of the Center for Environmental and Climate Justice about how xAI's methane gas turbines are polluting the air. Ten years ago today, the 'Emanuel 9' were murdered in Charleston, South Carolina. We'll talk to a victim's family member about honoring their memory, uplifting their legacy, and reflecting on what's changed and what hasn't since that night shook the soul of America. Also tonight, a new wave of resistance is rising. The League of Women Voters has launched Unite & Rise 8.5, mobilizing 8.5 million Americans to push back against anti-democratic policies. CEO Celina Stewart is here to break it down and tell you how to plug in. And in tonight's Marketplace, we're drinking smarter! You'll meet the founder of InBooze, the all-natural cocktail kit company, shaking up your happy hour with flavor and wellness. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HyperChange
Nvidia's AI Monopoly: $100 Billion in Profit & Growing

HyperChange

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 15:53


Everyone's hyped on OpenAI, ChatGPT, Grok, XAI, etc ... but the company powering them all is making all the guap. Nvidia has printed over $100B in AI profits in the last 6 quarters alone and is showing now signs of stopping. Top-line growth was 69% last quarter. Despite this rapid growth and dominance in AI, Nvidia trades for 43X trailing earnings, and maybe around 30X forward earnings (depending on growth). This is nowhere near bubble territory. With Owner/Operator/Founder Jensen Huang continuing to innovate at a breakneck pace, why is the market skeptical this growth will continue? Isn't the AI revolution just getting started? Maybe it's because Nvidia relies on TSMC to make their chips and Grok/ChatGPT to build the UI for consumers ... let me know your thoughts on Nvidia stock in the comments below.

VG Daily - By VectorGlobal
El Senado aprueba ley de monedas estables mientras Meta ofrece 100 millones por talento y EE.UU. considerando si unirse a la Guerra

VG Daily - By VectorGlobal

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 15:51


En el episodio de hoy de VG Daily, Valentina Orduz y Andre Dos Santos abren la conversación analizando la reciente aprobación en el Senado de Estados Unidos de la ley de stablecoins, un hito que podría transformar el panorama regulatorio de las criptomonedas en el país y abrir la puerta a una nueva ola de innovación financiera. Se discuten los puntos clave de la legislación, como los requisitos de respaldo, auditorías y las implicaciones para bancos y grandes empresas tecnológicas.Luego, el episodio se sumerge en el competitivo mundo de la inteligencia artificial, abordando la noticia de que Meta está ofreciendo bonos millonarios para atraer talento de OpenAI, en una guerra por los mejores investigadores del sector. Además, se analiza la situación financiera de xAI, la startup de Elon Musk, que enfrenta enormes pérdidas mensuales y busca levantar capital y deuda para sostener su ambiciosa apuesta en IA.Para cerrar, Andre y Valentina ofrecen una actualización detallada sobre la escalada del conflicto entre Israel e Irán, repasando los últimos movimientos militares, la postura de Estados Unidos y el impacto humanitario de la crisis, brindando contexto y análisis sobre cómo estos eventos están redefiniendo la geopolítica de la región.

Elon, Inc.
Can ‘MAMUWT' Be to Musk What ‘TACO' Is to Trump?

Elon, Inc.

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 27:26 Transcription Available


On this week’s episode of Elon, Inc., host David and Max chat about the latest Musk-Trump drama. A detente had just emerged when we last recorded, and now it feels like it’s just a matter of time before Musk (and little X) are back in the Oval Office sparring with reporters (and playing on the floor). Will the apologies help Musk secure eased restrictions for self-driving cars and access to Star Wars 2.0 (Trump’s “golden dome” project)? And will Max and David be able to introduce MAMUWT (Musk Always Makes Up With Trump) into the lexicon alongside TACO (Trump Always Chickens Out)? What about MADRA (Musk Always Delays Robotaxi Announcements)? Meanwhile, xAI is in talks to raise $4.3 billion (on top of the $5 billion it’s been trying to raise) since the company has already spent most of the $14 billion it previously raised. Commitments on the debt sale are due Tuesday. Bloomberg’s Carmen Arroyo joins the crew to break down what it means for the future of Musk’s company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beurswatch | BNR
Elon Musk heeft geld nodig

Beurswatch | BNR

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 22:59


Je leest het goed. De rijkste man van de wereld heeft miljarden nodig. Geld dat 'ie gebruikt om zijn AI-imperium uit te bouwen. Het moet dé concurrent worden van OpenAI. Een bedrijf dat dan weer écht in oorlog ligt met Microsoft.We hebben het er deze aflevering over. Dan hebben we het ook over die echte oorlog. Die tussen Israël en Iran. In Iran smeken ze president Trump om een wapenstilstand in te lassen, maar daar heeft hij geen trek in. Waardoor de onzekerheid op de beurs (voor jou) nog langer aanhoudt.We ontdekten trouwens dat het ondanks die oorlog prima beleggen is in Tel Aviv. Nou ja prima. Fantastisch. Waarom dat is, je raadt het al: daarvoor moet je toch echt luisteren.Hoor je ook meer over een miljardenovername van Eli Lilly en de handelsdeal die Trump heeft gesloten met de EU. Of was het nu met het Verenigd Koninkrijk? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech Update | BNR
Trump gaat TikTok-verbod 'waarschijnlijk' opnieuw uitstellen

Tech Update | BNR

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 4:55


President Donald Trump wil het TikTok-verbod in de Verenigde Staten 'waarschijnlijk' opnieuw uitstellen. Dat zei hij tegen een verslaggever aan boord van Air Force One. Op donderdag loopt de deadline van Trumps eerste uitstel van 75 dagen af, maar er lijkt in die tijd geen deal gesloten te zijn met een mogelijke overnamekanidaat. Niels Kooloos vertelt erover in deze Tech Update. Volgens de TikTok-verbodswet die afgelopen jaar onder de regering van Joe Biden van kracht werd, is de Amerikaanse tak van TikTok nu in principe verboden in de VS, tenzij die verkocht wordt aan een Amerikaanse partij. De jure zou de app dus op zwart moeten staan in de VS, maar door maatregelen van Trump is het platform de facto toegankelijk voor iedereen. Waarom Trump opnieuw uitstel overweegt is niet officieel bevestigd. Het vermoeden is dat hij de situatie enerzijds wil gebruiken als drukmiddel in de handelsoorlog met China en anderzijds TikTok in de lucht wil houden voor campagnedoeleinden. Verder in deze Tech Update: Het demissionaire kabinet pleit nu officieel voor een socialmediaverbod voor tieners op Europees niveau xAI geeft geld uit als water en heeft snel een nieuwe financieringsronde nodig See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Real Talk Memphis with Chip Washington
Sarah Houston, Floyd Bonner, and Pearl Walker

Real Talk Memphis with Chip Washington

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 56:09


Episode Notes Guests include Sarah Houston, the Executive director of Protect Our Aquifer 'aka' the water warrior. She has an update on the xAI issue and some community meetings and toxic tours you need to know about. Next, 201 Poplar and the Shelby County Jail have been prominent headlines of late, and the discussion of the need for a new jail and a possible future change of location are front and center. Sheriff Floyd Bonner joins me to share his thoughts. Lastly, our City Council recently signed off on the new budget for the fiscal year, but with a couple of noticeable changes. Councilwoman Pearl Walker returns to RTM to lay out her community priorities moving forward. That and more on air and online Monday, 6 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM. Also, the WYXR app, TuneIn, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. It's time to talk!

Trumpcast
Slate Money | Peak AI Frenzy

Trumpcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 52:36


This week: Warner Brothers and Discovery breakup again. Felix Salmon, Emily Peck and Elizabeth Spiers examine the undoing of the three-year-old merger. Then, the hosts discuss runaway AI valuations as Meta spends billions on AI and xAI raises equity off a multi-billion dollar valuation. And finally, what effects are Trump's aggressive immigration policies having on the economy? In the Slate Plus episode: What happened to happy hour? Want to hear that discussion and hear more Slate Money? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slate Money show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/moneyplus to get access wherever you listen. Podcast production by Jessamine Molli. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slate Money
Peak AI Frenzy

Slate Money

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 52:36


This week: Warner Brothers and Discovery breakup again. Felix Salmon, Emily Peck and Elizabeth Spiers examine the undoing of the three-year-old merger. Then, the hosts discuss runaway AI valuations as Meta spends billions on AI and xAI raises equity off a multi-billion dollar valuation. And finally, what effects are Trump's aggressive immigration policies having on the economy? In the Slate Plus episode: What happened to happy hour? Want to hear that discussion and hear more Slate Money? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slate Money show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/moneyplus to get access wherever you listen. Podcast production by Jessamine Molli. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slate Daily Feed
Slate Money | Peak AI Frenzy

Slate Daily Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 52:36


This week: Warner Brothers and Discovery breakup again. Felix Salmon, Emily Peck and Elizabeth Spiers examine the undoing of the three-year-old merger. Then, the hosts discuss runaway AI valuations as Meta spends billions on AI and xAI raises equity off a multi-billion dollar valuation. And finally, what effects are Trump's aggressive immigration policies having on the economy? In the Slate Plus episode: What happened to happy hour? Want to hear that discussion and hear more Slate Money? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slate Money show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/moneyplus to get access wherever you listen. Podcast production by Jessamine Molli. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thrilling Tales of Modern Capitalism
Slate Money | Peak AI Frenzy

Thrilling Tales of Modern Capitalism

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 52:36


This week: Warner Brothers and Discovery breakup again. Felix Salmon, Emily Peck and Elizabeth Spiers examine the undoing of the three-year-old merger. Then, the hosts discuss runaway AI valuations as Meta spends billions on AI and xAI raises equity off a multi-billion dollar valuation. And finally, what effects are Trump's aggressive immigration policies having on the economy? In the Slate Plus episode: What happened to happy hour? Want to hear that discussion and hear more Slate Money? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slate Money show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/moneyplus to get access wherever you listen. Podcast production by Jessamine Molli. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Squawk Pod
5 Things to Know Before the Opening Bell 6/13/25

Squawk Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 1:58


The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: Israel launches strikes against Iran, investigators are searching the site of the Air India crash, a federal appeals court rules President Trump can retain control of the California National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, the House of Representatives votes against $9B in funding - including money for public broadcasting - and venture capital firms like Elon Musk's xAI. Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. 

ELON
Que alguien le quite el móvil a Elon Musk

ELON

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 36:28 Transcription Available


El NYTimes y Donald Trump acusan a Elon Musk de drogarse lo más grande. Elon Musk acusa a Donald Trump de todo menos de bonito. El divorcio de este matrimonio por interés ha sido muy extraño, pero sigue habiendo un lugar para que resurja la chispa del amor. Se necesitan el uno al otro. - Elon Musk Juggled Drugs and Family Drama on Trump's Campaign Trail – The New York Times - (20) Matías S. Zavia on X: «Un periodista le ha preguntado por qué tiene un ojo morado. Primero ha hecho un chiste sobre la mujer de Macron. Después ha explicado que le dijo a su hijo X que le pegara un puñetazo en la cara y el niño de cinco años accedió https://t.co/LoERZVfA20» / X - Elon Musk slams New York Times after report on alleged drug use - Elon Musk's Neuralink raises fresh cash at $9B valuation | Semafor - Pavel Durov on X: «Telegram and xAI have agreed to a 1-year partnership to distribute Grok to Telegram's billion+ users and integrate it into its apps. Telegram will receive $300M in cash and equity from xAI, plus 50% of revenue from xAI subscriptions sold via Telegram. Together, we win! ❤️

The Tech Jawn
Apple Barely Mentioned AI At WWDC

The Tech Jawn

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 62:08


In this episode of The Tech Jawn, we discuss…The key takeaways from WWDC, the permitless gas turbines powering Xai datacenters, and the lack of adequate high-speed internet access on most HBCU campuses.Hosts:Robb Dunewood – @RobbDunewoodStephanie Humphrey – @TechLifeStephTerrance Gaines – @BrothaTechStories MentionedWWDC Keynote Recap — SourceX.ai is doing Memphis Dirty — Source82% of HBCUs Exist In Internet Deserts — SourceSupport The Tech Jawn by becoming a Patron – https://thetechjawn.com/patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nation of Jake
Mostly Peaceful Burning Cars

Nation of Jake

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 123:40


Los Angeles is burning again, and it's all Trumps fault! Maxine Waters says don't believe your lying eyes on the *video captured* violence, an ABC reporter says cars burning is a family-fun activity, and mainstream media is calling it peaceful. Another LA riot is in the books. Also on the show, Justin Pearson leads another xAI protest where he is calling out Mayor Paul Young, and we read a report and take calls about there being 100K less registered vehicles this year from this time last year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daily Scoop Podcast
Anthropic drops Claude Gov for natsec customers; Trump administration rebrands AI Safety Institute

The Daily Scoop Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 4:03


Anthropic announced Thursday that it is releasing Claude Gov to U.S. national security customers, an exclusive set of artificial intelligence models that is already in the hands of some government agencies. The new government AI product, which Anthropic detailed in a blog post, comes as several companies compete to sell emerging technology tools to federal agencies. At stake is new business — and the prestige of working on serious government missions. Earlier this year, OpenAI released ChatGPT Gov, a specialized version of its chatbot. The company recently announced that the Space Force and the Air Force Research Lab were the product's first customers. Meanwhile, Department of Government Efficiency representatives have reportedly been advocating for the use of Grok — the chatbot produced by Elon Musk's firm xAI — within the Department of Homeland Security. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced plans this week to “reform” the department's AI Safety Institute into a new body called the Center for AI Standards and Innovation. The new name signals a shift away from the term “safety” and toward a desire for rapid development of the technology, though the primary role of the renamed body appears to be more or less the same. The center, like the AISI, will continue to evaluate the capabilities and vulnerabilities of the growing technology and serve as the primary point of contact for industry in the government. “For far too long, censorship and regulations have been used under the guise of national security. Innovators will no longer be limited by these standards,” Lutnick said in a written statement. “CAISI will evaluate and enhance U.S. innovation of these rapidly developing commercial AI systems while ensuring they remain secure to our national security standards.”

What The Flux
Mecca's makes the billion-dollar club | Westpac faces $100 million fine | Elon Musk's big test

What The Flux

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 6:59 Transcription Available


Mecca has officially joined the billion-dollar club after clocking $1.2 billion in sales Westpac’s home loan brand RAMS is in hot water after ASIC alleged it enabled years of dodgy home loan behaviour Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company xAI is launching a $300 million secondary share sale _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStorel Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Valuetainment
"DOGE Was A DISASTER!" – Musk's DOGE Departure Sparks Drug Rumors FIRESTORM

Valuetainment

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 13:49


Trump praises Elon Musk for his service as DOGE chief despite mounting criticism. The panel discusses massive spending, a failed budget bill, black eye rumors, and suspicions that Musk used government access to power XAI and secure data partnerships.

Unsupervised Learning
Ep 68: CEO of Mercor Brendan Foody on Evals Replacing Knowledge Work, AI x Hiring Today & the Future of Data Labeling

Unsupervised Learning

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 44:03


Brendan Foody is the co-founder and CEO of Mercor, a company building the infrastructure for AI-native labor markets. Mercor's platform is already used by top AI labs to label data, evaluate human and AI candidates, and make performance-driven hiring decisions.  They're operating at the intersection of recruiting, evals, and foundation model development—helping companies shift from intuition to measurable prediction. Brendan and his team recently raised $100M and are working with some of the most advanced players in the AI ecosystem today. (0:00) Intro(1:17) State of AI in Talent Evaluation(1:54) Improvements in AI Models(4:07) Mercor Background and Mission(5:09) AI Use Cases in Hiring(13:43) Data Labeling Landscape(16:48) Expanding Beyond Coding(18:39) Company Vision and Market Strategy(21:11) Meeting with xAI(23:47) Does Mercor Use Their Own Product?(25:41) Exploring Multimodal Capabilities(28:03) Skills for the Future: Embracing AI(29:29) The Demand for Software Engineers(34:55) Foundation Model Landscape(38:42) AI Regulations(39:57) Quickfire 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

FT News Briefing
Trump's push to privatise Fannie and Freddie

FT News Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 11:00


Elon Musk's xAI is launching a $300mn share sale that values the group at $113bn, and China's property sector woes are compounded by tariff worries. Plus, Poland's new president is going to make life hard for the country's prime minister, and the FT's Amelia Pollard explains why US president Donald Trump wants to take mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac private. Mentioned in this podcast:EU companies more concerned about China slowdown than tariffsDonald Trump's plans for Fannie and Freddie would mean payday for hedge fundsNationalist candidate Karol Nawrocki wins knife-edge Poland presidential electionElon Musk's xAI seeks $113bn valuation in $300mn share saleToday's FT News Briefing was produced by Sonja Hutson, Ethan Plotkin, Kasia Broussalian, Fiona Symon, Mischa Frankl-Duval, and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Blake Maples, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our intern is Michaela Seah. Topher Forhecz is the FT's acting co-head of audio. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Venture Daily
xAI Seeks $113B Valuation, Chime Targets $11B IPO, Big AI Commoditizing

Venture Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 13:46


Featured Guests: Jason Shuman, general partner, Primary VC | Eleonore Crespo, CEO and co-founder, PigmentElon Musk's xAI is seeking a $113 billion dollar valuation as he doubles down on AI dominance after stepping away from the White House. Chime is finally going public at less than half its peak valuation, but with serious growth claims. And Mary Meeker, the “queen of the internet,” warns AI players like OpenAI are racing toward commoditization amid cheaper global rivals.DOWNLOAD PUBLIC: Public.com/ventureInvest in everything—stocks, options, bonds, crypto. You can even earn some of the highest yields in the industry—like the 7% or higher yield you can lock in with a Bond Account. Public is a FINRA-registered, SIPC-insured platform that takes your investments as seriously as you do. Fund your account in five minutes or less at public.com/venture and get up to $10,000 when you transfer your old portfolio.All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC.A Bond Account is a self-directed brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Deposits into this account are used to purchase 10 investment-grade and high-yield bonds. The 7%+ yield is the average, annualized yield to worst (YTW) across all ten bonds in the Bond Account, before fees, as of 5/15/2025. A bond's yield is a function of its market price, which can fluctuate; therefore, a bond's YTW is not “locked in” until the bond is purchased, and your yield at time of purchase may be different from the yield shown here. The “locked in” YTW is not guaranteed; you may receive less than the YTW of the bonds in the Bond Account if you sell any of the bonds before maturity or if the issuer defaults on the bond. Public Investing charges a markup on each bond trade. See our Fee Schedule. *Terms and Conditions apply.

Up Arrow Podcast
Interviewing Grok — Scaling, Superintelligence, and the Soul of AI

Up Arrow Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 43:04


William Harris is the Founder and CEO of Elumynt, an e-commerce growth agency focused on profit through hyper-scaling. Elumynt has been featured in Inc. Magazine as an Inc. 5000 Winner and Best Workplace Winner. William has helped acquire 13 companies, including one that sold to GoDaddy. He's also published over 200 articles on the topic of e-commerce in Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Shopify, and more. In this episode… Scaling an e-commerce brand from $10 to $100 million requires forward-thinking strategies and adaptability. Many companies rely too heavily on what worked during earlier growth stages, underinvest in systems, and fail to evolve leadership. In a rapidly shifting market flooded with noise, how can brands future-proof their strategy and leverage AI without losing their human touch? As an AI chatbot developed by xAI, Grok outlines a detailed 12-month growth playbook rooted in strategic diversification, operational upgrades, and smarter hiring. Grok emphasizes the importance of accurate attribution when expanding marketing channels, leveraging AI for hyper-personalized customer journeys, and setting strict performance benchmarks to know when to pivot or cut tactics. However, AI is not a silver bullet; if a brand lacks a compelling product or clear value proposition, no algorithm can compensate. AI should act as a strategic enhancer rather than a crutch. In today's exclusive episode of the Up Arrow Podcast, William Harris interviews Grok, created by xAI, about using AI to scale e-commerce brands. Grok shares what an AI-first brand will look like in 2030, whether AI can become truly conscious, and the ethical concerns about its rapid development.

Let's Talk AI
#211 - Claude Voice, Flux Kontext, wrong RL research?

Let's Talk AI

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 98:06 Transcription Available


Our 211th episode with a summary and discussion of last week's big AI news! Recorded on 05/31/2025 Hosted by Andrey Kurenkov and Jeremie Harris. 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/. Join our Discord here! https://discord.gg/nTyezGSKwP In this episode: Recent AI podcast covers significant AI news: startups, new tools, applications, investments in hardware, and research advancements. Discussions include the introduction of various new tools and applications such as Flux's new image generating models and Perplexity's new spreadsheet and dashboard functionalities. A notable segment focuses on OpenAI's partnership with the UAE and discussions on potential legislation aiming to prevent states from regulating AI for a decade. Concerns around model behaviors and safety are discussed, highlighting incidents like Claude Opus 4's blackmail attempt and Palisade Research's tests showing AI models bypassing shutdown commands. Timestamps + Links: (00:00:10) Intro / Banter (00:01:39) News Preview (00:02:50) Response to Listener Comments Tools & Apps (00:07:10) Anthropic launches a voice mode for Claude (00:10:35) Black Forest Labs' Kontext AI models can edit pics as well as generate them (00:15:30) Perplexity's new tool can generate spreadsheets, dashboards, and more (00:18:43) xAI to pay Telegram $300M to integrate Grok into the chat app (00:22:42) Opera's new AI browser promises to write code while you sleep (00:24:17) Google Photos debuts redesigned editor with new AI tools Applications & Business (00:25:13) Top Chinese memory maker expected to abandon DDR4 manufacturing at the behest of Beijing (00:30:04) Oracle to Buy $40 Billion Worth of Nvidia Chips for First Stargate Data Center (00:31:47) UAE makes ChatGPT Plus subscription free for all residents as part of deal with OpenAI (00:35:34) NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) to Launch Cheaper Blackwell AI Chip for China, Says Report (00:38:39) The New York Times and Amazon ink AI licensing deal Projects & Open Source (00:41:11) DeepSeek's distilled new R1 AI model can run on a single GPU (00:45:19) Google Unveils SignGemma, an AI Model That Can Translate Sign Language Into Spoken Text (00:47:08) Open-sourcing circuit tracing tools (00:49:42) Hugging Face unveils two new humanoid robots Research & Advancements (00:52:33) PANGU PRO MOE: MIXTURE OF GROUPED EXPERTS FOR EFFICIENT SPARSITY (00:58:55) DataRater: Meta-Learned Dataset Curation (01:05:05) Incorrect Baseline Evaluations Call into Question Recent LLM-RL Claims  (01:10:17) Maximizing Confidence Alone Improves Reasoning (01:11:00) Guided by Gut: Efficient Test-Time Scaling with Reinforced Intrinsic Confidence (01:11:44) One RL to See Them All (01:15:05) Efficient Reinforcement Finetuning via Adaptive Curriculum Learning Policy & Safety (01:17:58) Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' could ban states from regulating AI for a decade (01:24:31) Researchers claim ChatGPT o3 bypassed shutdown in controlled test (01:30:10) Anthropic's new AI model turns to blackmail when engineers try to take it offline (01:31:09) Anthropic Faces Backlash As Claude 4 Opus Can Autonomously Alert Authorities (01:35:37) Claude helps users make bioweapons (01:35:49) The Claude 4 System Card is a Wild Read  

Go To Market Grit
Bret Taylor's Journey Leading Salesforce, Sierra & OpenAI

Go To Market Grit

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 89:48


Over the past two decades, Bret Taylor has quietly helped shape the arc of Silicon Valley.From co-creating Google Maps to steering Facebook, Salesforce, and OpenAI, he's been behind some of the most consequential products in tech. Now, with his new company Sierra, he's starting from zero—again.In this conversation, Bret opens up about how founders navigate identity, why the best ideas often come from everyday friction, and how staying relentlessly focused can unlock real momentum in AI.Guest: Bret Taylor, Co-Founder of SierraChapters:00:00 Trailer00:49 Introduction01:57 Saving OpenAI09:15 Overwhelming yet capable of a lot13:36 Father and founder16:49 History is written by the victors22:13 How you price matters35:58 Stickiest piece of software49:48 The first realtime social network55:34 Facebook CTO who rewrote Google Maps1:02:10 Least known, most impressive1:11:39 The best way to predict the future1:16:22 Most personally passionate1:21:22 Currency of reputation1:27:17 Away from work1:28:35 Who Sierra is hiring1:28:58 What “grit” means to Bret1:29:18 OutroMentioned in this episode: Google Maps, Salesforce, OpenAI ChatGPT, Meta Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Sam Altman, Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Google, Marissa Mayer, Excite, MSN, AltaVista, Amazon, Harvey, Airbnb, Coinbase, Apple, John Doerr, Cursor, Codeium Windsurf, Perplexity, xAI, Kleenex, Amazon Web Services (AWS), FriendFeed, Tumblr, Kevin Gibbs, Google Maps, Yelp, Trulia, iOS App Store, Blackberry, Facebook Messenger, Marvel Avengers, Slack, Quip, Leonardo da Vinci, Clay Bavor, Microsoft, Eric Schmidt, Alan Kay, Brian Armstrong, Brian Chesky, Shopify, SiriusXM, Patrick CollisonLinks:Connect with Bret TaylorXLinkedInConnect with JoubinXLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.comLearn more about Kleiner Perkins

Grumpy Old Geeks
699: TACO 2025

Grumpy Old Geeks

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 77:31


In this week's “we told you so” edition, we kick things off with the latest AI faceplant—go ahead, Google “Is it 2025?” and try not to spit coffee on your keyboard. Meanwhile, over at Meta, Zuckerberg's brilliant idea to loosen content moderation has, shocker, led to more harassment and violent content. Elsewhere in tech dystopia: Texas is trying to ground all minors off social media, Germany wants to slap a 10% tax on Silicon Valley, and Anthropic is handing out free search powers and a board seat to Netflix's Reed Hastings. Because nothing says “trusted AI governance” like a guy who greenlit Love Is Blind.But wait, crypto bros are having their own John Wick arc: a luxury townhouse, a missing wallet, and possibly an NYPD detective tangled in a real-life “crypto millionaire torture” flick. As if that isn't enough, Trump Media is fundraising to buy $2.5B in Bitcoin—and DJT stock promptly nosedived. Also feuding this week: Marjorie Taylor Greene vs. Grok, because nothing screams Christian values like rageposting at Elon's AI. And speaking of Elon, he's now in bed with Telegram to the tune of $300 million, which we're sure won't be a disinformation factory.MEDIA CANDY is stacked: from the Murderbot diaries to a My Dinner with Andre rewatch, and yes, the Wheel of Time got axed after 3 seasons. Apps? Opera Neon is a UI fever dream, Starling Home Hub adds more smarts to your house, and WhatsApp finally arrives on iPad—welcome to 2016. In THE DARK SIDE, Dave Bittner brings the latest digital dirt, including the CIA's bonkers Star Wars fan site op. And if you're hitting the library, grab The AI Con or something more romantic—like Love, Sex and the Alien Apocalypse. Just be careful if you read that on public transit.Sponsors:DeleteMe - Head over to JoinDeleteMe.com/GOG and use the code "GOG" for 20% off.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordShow notes at https://gog.show/699FOLLOW UPDon't Google "Is it 2025?" unless you want to laugh at the state of AIIN THE NEWSFacebook sees rise in violent content and harassment after policy changesWhat we know about the NYC crypto kidnapping and torture caseManhattan Crypto Kidnapping and Torture Case: What We KnowNYPD detective on Adams' security detail may be tied to crypto millionaire torture case: SourcesJudge denies bail to crypto investor charged with kidnapping and torturing man in posh NYC townhouseTrump Media Raises Money to Buy $2.5 Billion in BitcoinTrump administration ramps up push as crypto allyDJT shares drop after Trump Media announces bitcoin raise - CNBCTexas is getting ready to ban social media for anyone under 18Texas enacts age-verification law for app storesGermany is considering a 10 percent digital service tax on US tech giantsEU regulators are investigating Pornhub and three other sitesAnthropic brings web search to free Claude usersReed Hastings appointed to Anthropic's board of directorsAnthropic appoints Netflix Chairman Reed Hastings to board - CNBCNetflix co-founder Reed Hastings joins Anthropic's board | TechCrunchRFK Jr.'s ‘Make America Healthy Again' Report Cites Fake StudiesMarjorie Taylor Greene feuds with AI bot over her Christian credTelegram CEO announces $300 million partnership with Elon Musk's xAI and GrokMEDIA CANDYMurderbotLong Way HomeLilo and StitchMartha‘The Wheel Of Time' Canceled By Prime Video After 3 SeasonsBilly Joel Cancels Concerts Due to Brain DisorderMy Dinner with AndreGrumpy Old Geeks Information on RocketReachSchmactors with James Marsters, Mark Devine, and Jason DeFillippoAPPS & DOODADSOpera NeonApple Reportedly Says ‘Screw It' and Jumps From iOS 19 to iOS 26Starling Home HubWhatsApp finally launches an official version for iPadsAT THE LIBRARYThe Essential Terry PratchettGood Omens TV Companion MisprintThe AI Con: How to Fight Big Tech's Hype and Create the Future We Want By: Emily M. Bender, Alex HannaLove, Sex and the Alien Apocalypse (First Contact) by Peter CawdronTHE DARK SIDE WITH DAVEDave BittnerThe CyberWireHacking HumansCaveatControl LoopOnly Malware in the BuildingThe CIA Secretly Ran a Star Wars Fan SiteLIVE: Kermit the Frog gives commencement speech at University of MarylandBilly Joel - I've Loved These Days (Audio)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WSJ Minute Briefing
Federal Trade Court Rules Trump Doesn't Have Sweeping Tariff Authority

WSJ Minute Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 3:06


Plus: Elon Musk tried to block an OpenAI data-center project in the Middle East unless his xAI company was added. And tariff uncertainty hurts HP sales, as the company tries to shift production out of China. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KONCRETE Podcast
#305 - $21 Trillion Black Budget is Funding a Rogue Breakaway Civilization | Catherine Fitts

KONCRETE Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 158:22


Watch every episode ad-free & uncensored on Patreon: https://patreon.com/dannyjones Catherine Austin Fitts is an investment banker and former Bush administration official known for her incisive critiques of government finance and advocacy for transparent economic systems. She later established Solari, Inc., and publishes The Solari Report, offering insights into global finance and governance. SPONSORS https://chubbiesshorts.com/danny - Use code DANNY for 20% off. http://evening.ver.so/danny - Use code DANNY for 15% off your first order. https://trueclassic.com/danny - Upgrade your wardrobe & save. https://whiterabbitenergy.com/?ref=DJP - Use code DJP for 20% off. EPISODE LINKS https://solari.com FOLLOW DANNY JONES https://www.instagram.com/dannyjones https://twitter.com/jonesdanny OUTLINE 00:00 - How mortgage fraud funds U.S. covert operations 09:43 - The flawed central banking model 22:54 - Holes in the federal healthcare budget 26:46 - The control grid - CBDCs enable modern slavery 35:28 - Installing "operating systems" in human bodies 41:12 - Following the money to find fraud 49:09 - U.S. Treasury is missing $4 trillion 50:08 - U.S. is funding a breakaway civilization 01:06:44 - Catherine receives death threats 01:08:04 - The Bank of International Settlements & invisible money 01:13:12 - Musk's xAI data-mining the federal treasury 01:17:55 - The U.S. Government is lowering life expectancy 01:29:07 - Trump is accelerating the control grid 01:37:07 - Joseph Farrell & the breakaway Nazi civilization 01:47:41 - Russia's attempt to recruit Catherine 01:51:46 - Genetic engineering & advanced energy sources 01:58:45 - The secret economy 02:08:46 - Mr. Global 02:17:39 - AI, Morality & Religion 02:27:28 - How to stop our downward spiral Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Offline with Jon Favreau
Elon's Offline Challenge, Grok's White Genocide Glitch, and Silicon Valley's New Religion

Offline with Jon Favreau

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 70:23


The tech elite believe AI is just a few years away from displacing most computer-based jobs, and they seem…excited about it? Atlantic staff writer Matteo Wong joins Offline to discuss why Silicon Valley thinks AI is more important than anything happening in politics or the economy, and why it's all eerily similar to their optimism around social media in the 2010s. But first! Max shares a personal update that we all hate, and then it's onto the news. This week, foe of the pod Elon Musk decided he's done spending millions to be fake friends with Donald Trump. America's edge lord may be posting less, but xAI is still spreading the good word. Max and Jon explain why Grok got so obsessed with unfounded claims of white genocide in South Africa, examine why Jon is STILL getting in Twitter fights, and explore new research on social media's dubious teen accounts.

Market Mondays
AI Stocks to Watch: Nvidia, Microsoft, and the Future of Search

Market Mondays

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 6:41


In this Market Mondays clip, Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings, and Ian Dunlap dive deep into which companies stand to benefit most from the explosive growth of artificial intelligence and the shifting tech landscape. The trio discusses the latest stock market trends, focusing on the performance of leading tech giants like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple, while highlighting why companies such as Broadcom and TSM are catching investors' eyes in the semiconductor sector.Ian shares his perspective on picking resilient investments that deliver returns regardless of macroeconomic headwinds, emphasizing the strength of core holdings, including Microsoft and Nvidia. The conversation expands to explore the possible impact of OpenAI going public sooner than expected, with insights into Microsoft's strategic partnership with OpenAI and what a potential renegotiation might mean for both parties.With real-time anecdotes about how users are shifting from Google Search to AI-powered chatbots like ChatGPT, the hosts explore how the dominance of traditional search is being challenged. They analyze the effects on Google's business model and the rise of new AI competitors like Anthropic, xAI, and Meta, noting the critical role of mobile apps and user experience.The clip also covers recent legal pressures facing Google, including lawsuits that threaten its deal with Apple, and how that could open doors for other AI search providers. Rashad and Troy talk about everyday applications for AI chatbots—from real-time research to graphic design done instantly on mobile.Finally, the hosts speculate on the future of OpenAI, its nonprofit status, and what a public offering could mean for Microsoft, investors, and the competitive landscape as a whole. Will the partnership hold, or will a shakeup trigger new winners in the AI race?Whether you're an investor, tech enthusiast, or just curious about the future of AI, this clip packs valuable insights and analysis on the companies and trends that matter most in today's dynamic market.*Timestamps:* 0:00 - Market trends and tech stocks update 0:50 - Resilient investments in AI: Microsoft, Nvidia, Apple 2:00 - Broadcom, TSM, and semiconductor ETFs 2:20 - Google's search decline and competition from ChatGPT 4:00 - The future of AI-powered search and chatbots 5:40 - OpenAI's direction and Microsoft partnership speculation*Stay informed and maximize your investment strategy with the latest Market Mondays insights! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more clips breaking down technology, finance, and entrepreneurship.*#MarketMondays #Investing #AIStocks #Nvidia #Microsoft #OpenAI #TechStocks #StockMarket #Apple #Semiconductors #ChatGPT #ArtificialIntelligence #Finance #Business #GrowthStocksOur Sponsors:* Check out NerdWallet: https://www.nerdwallet.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy