Best Manish Balakrishnan Podcasts (2025)

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From Databases to Digital Ads: The AI Innovations Powering Tomorrow’s Enterprise 6:28

2h ago6:28

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Episode Summary This episode explores how AI is transforming the enterprise landscape across four major sectors: databases, telecom, and digital advertising. We cover EnterpriseDB’s game-changing Postgres AI platform, Elisa and Google Cloud’s push for autonomous networks, Reddit’s new AI-powered ad features, and Meta’s generative AI leap in adverti…

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Mind the Gap: AI’s Limits in Scaling, Trust, and Data 5:41

2d ago5:41

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence is rapidly influencing the worlds of startups, government, big tech, and data infrastructure. From GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke’s cautionary take on AI’s role in scaling startups, to the UK government’s controversial use of AI tools like “Humphrey,” we unpack the benefits and risk…

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AI Everywhere: Devices, Data, and Doing More 5:49

5d ago5:49

5:49

Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore how AI is moving from buzzword to business transformation across industries. We start with HCLTech and The Standard’s AI-powered partnership that’s reshaping IT infrastructure in the insurance world. Then, we dive into Uptime Industries' bold move to decentralize AI with its handheld “Lemony AI” device. …

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From Heartbeats to Supercomputers: AI Stories Changing Our World 6:03

7d ago6:03

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore four groundbreaking developments shaping the global AI landscape. From a 14-year-old innovator in Texas transforming heart diagnostics with Circadian AI, to the UK’s major investment in future AI leaders through the Sparck AI Scholarships, we spotlight stories where technology meets impact. We also take …

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AI in Action: From Financial Innovation to Life-Changing Tech 6:03

9d ago6:03

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Episode Summary In this episode, we explore four groundbreaking developments in the world of artificial intelligence. The UK launches a bold fintech initiative with its Supercharged Sandbox, partnering with Nvidia to accelerate AI adoption in finance. Meanwhile, Apple challenges the growing hype around AGI, suggesting current models only mimic reas…

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From Codex to Capital How AI is Reshaping Code Cities and the Global Economy 5:55

12d ago5:55

5:55

Episode Summary In this episode, we dive into four major developments shaping the current AI and tech landscape. We begin with Dynatrace’s integration of agentic AI, which is revolutionizing enterprise software by enabling autonomous operations and minimizing manual troubleshooting. Then, we explore how AI is impacting communities across the U.S. —…

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Power, Money, and Mind: How AI Is Reshaping Everything 5:42

14d ago5:42

5:42

1. Episode Summary: In this episode, we unpack four major developments that highlight how AI is influencing everything from personal finance and clean energy to content integrity and safety regulation. BBVA is transforming digital banking through machine learning and predictive AI tools that improve customer savings and financial inclusion. Meanwhi…

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The Next Wave: AI in Business, Robotics, Data, and Cybercrime 5:39

16d ago5:39

5:39

Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore how AI is no longer just a tool—it’s becoming the engine reshaping entire industries. From Elad Gil’s bold strategy to acquire and AI-transform service businesses, to Hugging Face’s push into affordable, open-source robotics, the business landscape is shifting rapidly. We also look at how Amperity is tac…

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From Factory Floors to Flight Decks AI’s Big Moves 5:56

19d ago5:56

5:56

🎙️ Episode Summary In this episode, we explore four major shifts at the intersection of AI, industry, and policy. From Qatar Airways launching Sama—the world’s first AI-powered digital cabin crew for cargo—to SurgeONE's transformative acquisition of compliance veteran MGL Consulting, the future of automation is here. We also cover Elon Musk’s contr…

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AI in Action: Solving Real-World Problems from Plate to Power Grid 5:47

21d ago5:47

5:47

Episode Summary In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the systems we rely on most—our food supply, energy infrastructure, human behavior, and local economies. From predicting protein structures to powering small-town storefronts, AI is moving beyond the lab and into everyday life. You’ll hear how researchers, start…

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AI Rising: From Enterprise Transformation to Global Innovation 6:18

23d ago6:18

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Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we cover groundbreaking advancements and strategic moves in AI and technology from around the world. We dive into ExpertOps AI’s Process 2.0 platform that revolutionizes enterprise workflows with intelligent digital employees. Then, we spotlight MindHYVE’s leadership at the Connected Africa Summit 2025, emphasiz…

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AI Unleashed: Claude 4, Meta’s Moonshot, and the Web Reimagined 5:48

26d ago5:48

5:48

🎙️ Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore four major developments shaping the future of AI and digital innovation. First, we dive into Anthropic’s groundbreaking Claude Opus 4 and Sonnet 4 models, designed to redefine the coding assistant landscape with advanced reasoning and long-horizon task execution. Next, we unpack Meta’s bold move with …

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Code, Compliance, and Control: The AI Era's Corporate Crossroads 6:10

28d ago6:10

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence is redefining the strategies of global tech giants and reshaping entire industries. From Google’s high-stakes reinvention of Search to SAP and AWS’s bold enterprise AI partnership, we break down what these moves mean for innovation, competition, and the future of work. We also…

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AI Infrastructure, Cybersecurity & the Agentic Future: Global Moves in AI 6:14

1M ago6:14

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Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we dive into four major stories reshaping the landscape of AI, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure. We begin with OpenAI’s massive 5-gigawatt data center in Abu Dhabi, a bold geopolitical move in partnership with G42. Next, we unpack CrowdStrike’s integration with NVIDIA’s AI Factory design — a key step in…

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Revolutionizing Enterprise AI: From Smart Content to Predictive Healthcare 6:13

1M ago6:13

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore four transformative developments reshaping the AI landscape: intelligent content agents by Box, Alteryx’s unified analytics platform, facial analysis in healthcare with FaceAge, and the rising demand for closed-loop AI infrastructure. From revolutionizing enterprise workflows to improving healthcare outc…

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AI Unveiled Credit Safety and Global Shifts in Technology 5:46

1M ago5:46

5:46

Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into four major developments shaping the current AI landscape. From IBM’s push for creative transparency through its new AI Attribution Toolkit to xAI’s failure to deliver on promised safety commitments, we explore how trust, responsibility, and innovation are intersecting in the world of artificial intelli…

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Big Tech Shake-Up: AI Costs, Copyright Clashes & Security Scares 5:50

1M ago5:50

5:50

🎧 Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore four of the most talked-about developments in the world of AI. From Google’s new implicit caching that promises big savings for developers, to Meta’s latest AI assistant that blends personalization with privacy concerns, we break down the tech, the stakes, and the skepticism. We also examine Microsoft’…

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From Mini Drones to Mega Decisions AI’s Biggest Moves This Week 5:35

1M ago5:35

5:35

Episode Summary In this episode, we explore four of the most important developments shaping the future of artificial intelligence. From a brain-inspired AI chip that could revolutionize miniature drones, to LinkedIn's latest AI-powered job search tools, to Donald Trump’s controversial move to deregulate AI trade, and finally, a critical look at whe…

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AI in Action: From Scientific Discovery to Smarter Business and Global Adoption 6:10

1M ago6:10

6:10

Episode Summary In this episode, we explore four pivotal developments shaping the global AI landscape. From Anthropic’s bold push into scientific research and Airbnb’s cautious rollout of an AI customer service bot, to Unisys’ enterprise-focused cloud AI solutions and India’s rapid AI adoption, we unpack the innovations and challenges redefining ho…

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AI That Sees, Thinks, and Defends: From Search to Science to Security 5:48

1M ago5:48

5:48

🎙️ Episode Summary In this episode, we explore four groundbreaking developments shaping the future of artificial intelligence. From Google’s radically smarter AI-powered search to FutureHouse’s quest to build an AI scientist, the landscape of AI innovation is expanding rapidly. We also examine AMIE, Google’s diagnostic AI that may soon assist — or …

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Code, Culture, and Change: How AI Is Redefining Industries and Inclusion 5:24

2M ago5:24

5:24

🎙️Episode Summary: In this episode, we unpack four powerful AI-driven shifts redefining work, technology, and equity across the globe. From the rise of AI agents in Asia Pacific’s forward-looking companies, to JetBrains’ open-source coding model Mellum, and Duolingo’s transition into an AI-first organization—each story showcases how deeply AI is re…

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AI in Action: From Software Development to Language Learning 5:45

2M ago5:45

5:45

Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the latest developments in the AI world. We dive into how AI is revolutionizing software development, making AI a true co-developer. Microsoft, Meta, and Google are leading the charge, with AI now handling a significant portion of coding. We also discuss the growing competition between China and the US i…

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AI Unleashed: Innovation, Creativity, and Impact Across Industries 6:03

2M ago6:03

6:03

Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore four powerful and inspiring developments shaping the future of AI. From Qubrid AI's strategic partnership with ASI Corporation to scale enterprise AI adoption, to the creative resistance against AI’s impact showcased in Brooklyn’s whimsical Chat Haus exhibit. We dive into Google's groundbreaking Ironwood…

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AI in Motion From Smarter Agents to Global Regulation 6:15

2M ago6:15

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🎙️ Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore four major developments shaping the AI landscape—from cutting-edge research improving AI agent stability, to transformative tools in digital advertising, bold moves in the EV industry, and evolving global AI regulations. We begin with RAGEN and StarPO, two innovations redefining how AI agents handle c…

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Maximizing AI Impact AnswerRocket's Bold Move to Transform Business Analytics 6:15

2M ago6:15

6:15

🎙️ Episode Summary In this episode, we explore the fast-moving world of AI innovation—covering major moves in enterprise analytics, startup ecosystems, conversational commerce, and voice AI. From AnswerRocket’s acquisition of Cognitive Spark to Google Canada’s AI-first accelerator cohort, Manychat’s $140M funding round, and the launch of Dia, an op…

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The Great Shift AIs Bold Push into Jobs Justice and Beyond 5:55

2M ago5:55

5:55

🎙️ Episode Summary In this episode, we explore four major developments shaping the future of AI: Goodfire’s mission to decode black-box models, Mechanize’s controversial goal to automate all work, warnings from Bill Gates and Barack Obama on AI's threat to employment, and the UAE’s radical plan to use AI as a legislative co-author. From decoding ne…

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AI on Call Doctors Dinner and Digital Assistants 6:05

2M ago6:05

6:05

In this episode, we explore how AI is evolving across safety, healthcare, food manufacturing, and enterprise operations. OpenAI introduces new reasoning monitors to mitigate biosecurity risks in its advanced models. A major study highlights generative AI's growing potential in medical diagnostics. Meanwhile, food giants like Kellanova and Ingredion…

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AI at Work, on the Road, and in the Lab: This Week’s Biggest Tech Breakthroughs" 5:44

2M ago5:44

5:44

Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the latest breakthroughs shaping the world of AI and technology—from Elon Musk’s Grok Studio entering the AI productivity space, to Kia’s conversational in-car assistant hitting European roads. We also dive into DeepSeek’s semi-open-source AI push and celebrate a groundbreaking moment in reproductive med…

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From Hype to Reality: A-SWE, Gemini 2.5 Pro, and the AI Verification Wave 6:04

2M ago6:04

6:04

Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the latest power plays by OpenAI, Google, and Meta as the AI race heats up. From OpenAI’s ambitious agentic engineer (A-SWE) and new ID verification systems to Google’s launch of Gemini 2.5 Pro and Meta’s benchmark controversy, we explore what’s hype, what’s real, and what it means for the future of AI…

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From Cloud Wars to Courtroom Avatars: How AI Is Reshaping Everything 5:31

2M ago5:31

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into four major developments shaping the world of artificial intelligence. First, we explore why Ilya Sutskever’s new venture, Safe Superintelligence, is teaming up with Google Cloud and what it means for the AI arms race. Then, we look at Spot AI’s Iris—a no-code video intelligence tool that could revoluti…

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Inside the AI Wave: Surveillance, Carbon, Education & the Pixtral Breakthrough 5:50

2M ago5:50

5:50

Episode Summary: In this episode, we unpack four major developments shaping the AI landscape. First, we dive into the controversy surrounding Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and its alleged use of AI for political surveillance. Then, we explore the environmental impact of rapidly advancing AI models, as revealed by Stanford’s…

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AI, Copyright Battles, and the Future of Tech 6:07

3M ago6:07

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Episode Summary In this episode, we explore four major developments in the AI and tech world. We begin with the UK’s struggle to balance AI copyright reform with its creative industries. Next, we examine Asia’s data center boom, driven by AI’s increasing demand for computing power. We then discuss how a startup is revolutionizing AI web navigation.…

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The AI Boom Transforming Work, Research, and Communication 6:07

3M ago6:07

6:07

Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore four groundbreaking AI developments shaping the future—AI’s growing ability to match human expertise, the rise of digital workers, OpenAI’s latest advancements in voice technology, and a revolutionary AI-powered research tool. We discuss how AI is closing the gap on human performance, the impact of agent…

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From Trustworthy Healthcare AI to Next-Gen Chips: The Future is Here 5:41

3M ago5:41

5:41

Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the latest advancements in AI that are transforming industries. We begin with the FUTURE-AI guidelines, a framework designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and trust in AI-driven healthcare. Next, we dive into SAP’s Joule-powered AI, which is streamlining software development by automating tasks and e…

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AI and Geopolitics: Power Dynamics in the Age of Artificial Intelligence 8:12

3M ago8:12

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the evolving geopolitical landscape as AI technologies reshape global power dynamics in 2025. We examine the intensifying AI arms race between major powers, particularly the US and China, and how this competition is expanding beyond just two nations to create distinct technological blocs. The episode als…

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AI Domination: The U.S. China Race, Google’s Big Shift & Military Tech 6:04

3M ago6:04

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the ongoing AI race between the U.S. and China, with OpenAI and Google calling for stronger government action to maintain America’s leadership. We also examine Baidu’s latest AI innovations, Google’s transition from Assistant to Gemini, and how L3Harris is integrating AI into U.S. missile defense systems…

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AI in Coding: Revolutionizing Software Development 2:22

3M ago2:22

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Manish Balakrishnan explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the world of coding and software development. AI-powered tools are revolutionizing how developers work, offering significant productivity gains while democratizing access to coding expertise. The episode covers the benefits of AI coding assist…

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AI’s Expanding Role: From Software Development to Business Leadership 6:24

3M ago6:24

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Episode Summary: AI is reshaping industries, from software development to Hollywood and corporate leadership. In this episode, we explore how AI is revolutionizing software engineering, driving debates in the entertainment industry, bridging Canada’s AI skills gap, and influencing top executives' decision-making. While AI presents immense opportuni…

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The AI Race Heats Up: OpenAI’s New Tools, DuckDuckGo’s Chatbots & China’s Investment Surge 6:26

3M ago6:26

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the latest AI breakthroughs and the competitive landscape shaping the industry. OpenAI has launched its new Responses API, fueling the rise of autonomous AI agents—but challengers from China, like DeepSeek and Monica’s Manus, are pushing back with cutting-edge models. Meanwhile, DuckDuckGo is taking AI…

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AI Wars Lawsuits Investments Innovations and the Future of Education 6:04

3M ago6:04

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the latest AI developments shaping business, ethics, and education. We discuss Elon Musk’s legal battle with OpenAI and what it means for AI governance, the risks and rewards of AI investing, and Larry Page’s secret AI-driven manufacturing venture. We also examine how AI is transforming higher education,…

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The Future of AI: Equality, Innovation, and Global Strategies 6:08

3M ago6:08

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore four major developments in AI and digital transformation. We discuss gender equality in AI, highlighting the Council of Europe’s efforts to combat bias and tech-facilitated violence against women. Next, we examine China’s AI ambitions, including a massive state-backed fund and breakthroughs in AI despite…

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The AI Shift: Security, Automation, and Innovation in Enterprise and Telecom 6:01

4M ago6:01

6:01

Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the latest AI-driven advancements transforming industries. We start with Qdrant’s major security-focused update, enhancing AI scalability and compliance. Next, we break down Klarna’s shift from Salesforce to an in-house AI system and its impact on enterprise software. Then, we dive into Tech Mahindra’s a…

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The Latest in AI: Work Culture, Investments, and Innovations 6:09

4M ago6:09

6:09

Episode Summary In this episode, we dive into the latest AI developments shaping the industry. We explore Google's push for a 60-hour workweek as Sergey Brin aims to accelerate AI advancements. We then shift to China's AI race, where Zhipu AI has secured significant funding to compete with DeepSeek and other rivals. Next, we examine Opera’s new AI-…

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The AI Edge: Cybersecurity, Visa Tech & Next-Gen Reasoning 6:18

4M ago6:18

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into some of the latest breakthroughs in AI-powered cybersecurity, automation, and logical reasoning. We discuss Microsoft's investment in Veeam and how it strengthens data protection against cyber threats. Next, we explore how AI-driven chatbots are revolutionizing the UK visa application process by provid…

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AI Power Struggles Transparency Bias and the Changing Workforce 6:11

4M ago6:11

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the latest developments in AI, from democratization efforts to controversies over bias and governance. We begin with Thinking Machines, a new AI startup led by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, aiming to make AI more accessible and customizable. Next, we dive into Grok 3, Elon Musk’s AI model, which has spa…

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AI on the Edge: Replication, Regulation, and Warfare 5:38

4M ago5:38

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we delve into four major developments in artificial intelligence and its evolving role in society. We explore alarming claims that AI has begun replicating itself, the launch of ROOST to enhance online child safety, Elon Musk’s legal battle over OpenAI’s future, and Germany’s Helsing ramping up AI-powered warfare w…

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Shaping AI From Business Automation to Global Challenges 6:18

4M ago6:18

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, from business automation to global governance. We discuss Monday.com’s AI-driven workflow automation, Accenture and Google Cloud’s push for generative AI in Saudi Arabia, Google’s NotebookLM Plus for AI-powered research, and the geopolitical divide at t…

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The AI Dilemma: Environmental Costs, Safety Concerns, and Big Tech’s Gamble 5:53

4M ago5:53

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Episode Summary: In this episode we explore the pressing issues surrounding AI’s rapid growth. From the environmental toll of data centers to DeepSeek’s controversial rise and AI’s potential existential threats, we uncover the hidden costs of innovation. We also examine Big Tech’s massive $320 billion AI investment—will it pay off, or are we headin…

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Inside the AI Revolution: Big Tech’s Investments, Google’s Breakthroughs, and OpenAI’s Strategy 6:27

4M ago6:27

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the latest AI developments shaping the tech world. Big Tech giants like Amazon, Meta, Alphabet, and Microsoft are pouring billions into AI infrastructure, fueling a race to dominate the future. Google has just unveiled Gemini 2.0, its most advanced AI model yet, with major improvements in reasoning, co…

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AI’s Transformative Impact: Breakthroughs, Industry Shifts, and Ethical Dilemmas 6:16

4M ago6:16

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the latest developments in AI, covering predictions by Meta’s chief AI scientist Yann LeCun, AI's transformative impact on tax and accounting, Tencent Cloud's adoption of DeepSeek models, and Google's evolving AI ethics. From major breakthroughs on the horizon to industry-wide shifts and ethical debate…

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