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“… chased revenue growth and hired 60 people. So wildly different business outcome here. Wow. He like I not doing that again Open AI release of ChatGPT 2022 inspired Mr Gallagher to start tinkering with AI Two years later he met Jitin Chhabra a co of Care Validate a medical startup in Atlanta Care Validate offers what is essentially telehealth in a box kits. Companies, employers, and retailers who that want to sell customers prescription drugs can use Care Validate's technology and network of online doctors to set up a business. The company's software connects patients with doctors and …”“… trouble. Are you renting them? You're like, you got another watch? You're just subscribed to new watches. I didn't realize I was getting a subscription. Oops, it came in the mail again. It had fans but never turned a profit, WatchGang. Even as Mr. Gallagher chased revenue growth and hired 60 people. So wildly different business outcome here. Wow. He like I not doing that again Open AI release of ChatGPT 2022 inspired Mr Gallagher to start tinkering with AI Two years later he met Jitin Chhabra a co of Care Validate a medical startup in Atlanta Care Validate offers what is essentially telehealth in a box kits. Companies, employers, and retailers who that want to sell customers prescription drugs can use Care Validate's technology and network of online doctors to set up a business. The company's software connects patients with doctors and pharmacies, which write, fulfill, and ship the prescriptions. Care validate charges fees for its software. So you have to imagine that there's a fairly decent cost structure here. But that's not to diminish. It's an incredible amount of revenue. You look at the comps, and you're blown away. But yeah, it's just interesting to understand. Yeah, the other …”View more
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In just two years, founder Mr. Gallagher skyrocketed his telehealth startup to $401 million in sales, competing against giants in the industry. Leveraging AI and unique insights into customer acquisition, he created a profitable business model that connects patients with doctors and pharmacies. This remarkable journey showcases the power of innovation in a crowded market.
“let's do a kind of a lightning round. You know, you can talk to ChatGPT and CarPlay now. Do you know that? I don't understand why all of these are. Sure. I don't know why all of these CarPlay, it's fine. ChatGPT was updated and in iOS 26.4, CarPlay now allows you to talk to chatbots in the CarPlay interface. So if you just want to chat to ChatGPT, maybe Jim and I will add this soon too. But yeah, you just talk to it. That's it. Great. Now I really hope that Tesla adds CarPlay. I'm still waiting for that update. …”“let's do a kind of a lightning round. You know, you can talk to ChatGPT and CarPlay now. Do you know that? I don't understand why all of these are. Sure. I don't know why all of these CarPlay, it's fine. ChatGPT was updated and in iOS 26.4, CarPlay now allows you to talk to chatbots in the CarPlay interface. So if you just want to chat to ChatGPT, maybe Jim and I will add this soon too. But yeah, you just talk to it. That's it. Great. Now I really hope that Tesla adds CarPlay. I'm still waiting for that update. Every time an update comes, I'm like, CarPlay? But no. Radio silence. No. I don't think it's going to happen. We'll see if it happens. Also, this was huge news. So there was a massive Claude call. Claude call. Wow. Claude code. Claude code leak. I don't know why I couldn't say that. A bunch of Anthropics code got leaked all over the internet. They …”View more
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You can now chat with ChatGPT directly through CarPlay, making your drive more interactive than ever. Meanwhile, a major code leak from Anthropic reveals their ambitious plans for Claude, including a Tamagotchi-style pet feature. This leak poses significant competitive risks for the company as they scramble to contain the fallout.
Primary Technology·Apple’s Legacy and Future After 50 Years, Mac Pro is Dead, Claude Code Leak·Apr 02, 2026
“… know how to implement Paxos yourself, just being able to recognize, oh, this is a consensus problem, you know, and then you can go Google or ask ChatGPT, like, how do I do consensus? And suddenly you're better armed than if you were coming to it completely naive. Yeah, yeah. No, absolutely. And I think going one step further, like I would say consensus is a broad term, but having that vocabulary about how a typical consensus algorithm is implemented. Like you have something called a term in Raft or ballot in Paxos or view number in view stamp replication. But what it is is some monotonically …”“… their mind, right? And they're building all of the components of a very complex distributed system, perhaps without any background or understanding of what they're doing. And just, I think having the language and the vocabulary, right? Even if you don't know how to implement Paxos yourself, just being able to recognize, oh, this is a consensus problem, you know, and then you can go Google or ask ChatGPT, like, how do I do consensus? And suddenly you're better armed than if you were coming to it completely naive. Yeah, yeah. No, absolutely. And I think going one step further, like I would say consensus is a broad term, but having that vocabulary about how a typical consensus algorithm is implemented. Like you have something called a term in Raft or ballot in Paxos or view number in view stamp replication. But what it is is some monotonically increasing number that identifies leadership term. I mean, that's what it is. And why it exists is essentially to shut off old leaders bugging you probably in normal operations. And I mean, understanding this terminology then is very, very fruitful. I mean, particularly in the LLM era, I found that having this vocabulary with very concrete meaning …”View more
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Surprisingly, most distributed systems are built by accident rather than design. As Unmesh Joshi explains, many developers find themselves scaling their services without understanding the complexities involved, like sharding and consensus. This lack of vocabulary can hinder their ability to recognize and tackle these challenges effectively.
The BugBash Podcast·Programming as an Act of Building Vocabulary·Apr 02, 2026
“I've gone with agentic engineering because I think the thing to emphasize is these coding agents. If you're asking ChatGPT to knock out some code, that's a different thing from if you're running codecs and having it write the code, debug the code, test the code, all of that. And I think that agentic engineering is such a deep and fascinating discipline because the art of getting really good results out of this, like the art of having them help you build software you could deploy to a million people, that's never going to be easy. That's never going to be trivial. …”“I've gone with agentic engineering because I think the thing to emphasize is these coding agents. If you're asking ChatGPT to knock out some code, that's a different thing from if you're running codecs and having it write the code, debug the code, test the code, all of that. And I think that agentic engineering is such a deep and fascinating discipline because the art of getting really good results out of this, like the art of having them help you build software you could deploy to a million people, that's never going to be easy. That's never going to be trivial. That's always going to require a great deal of depth of experience in what software and how software works and how how these agents work. And I love that. That's I'm kind of writing a book about it now that I'm publishing a chapter at a time on my blog. The best form of writing, because I don't have an editor or any pressure from a publisher, is …”View more
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Imagine a world where software is built in complete darkness, without any human oversight. This 'dark factory' concept means coding agents autonomously create, test, and deploy software, raising questions about quality and control. Simon Willison explores this revolutionary approach and its implications for professional software engineering.
Lenny's Podcast: Product | Career | Growth·An AI state of the union: We’ve passed the inflection point, dark factories are coming, and automation timelines | Simon Willison·Apr 02, 2026
“And of course, they're going from ChatGPT 3 or 4 to now at 5.2. And it went from barely being able to finish a sentence with ChatGPT 2, like finish a paragraph and do like a coherent text, to GPT-3 could write full essays, to GPT-4 can pass the, you know, the bar exam or the MCATs to GPT 5.2, I believe was used to get a gold in the math Olympiad. Meta's Hyperion AI data center will sprawl to four times the size of Manhattan Central Park. And there are quotes from people like inside of …”“And of course, they're going from ChatGPT 3 or 4 to now at 5.2. And it went from barely being able to finish a sentence with ChatGPT 2, like finish a paragraph and do like a coherent text, to GPT-3 could write full essays, to GPT-4 can pass the, you know, the bar exam or the MCATs to GPT 5.2, I believe was used to get a gold in the math Olympiad. Meta's Hyperion AI data center will sprawl to four times the size of Manhattan Central Park. And there are quotes from people like inside of OpenAI who believe that they're not just building this like narrow technology that's a helpful blinking cursor. They want to build artificial general intelligence. And so what that means is being able to do that everything that a human mind can do. And the joke inside the company is like, we're going to cover the world in data centers and solar …”View more
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Are we on the brink of disaster with AI? Tristan Harris discusses how rapidly evolving AI technologies, like ChatGPT, are approaching human-level cognitive abilities and even surpassing them in strategic tasks. As companies like OpenAI aim to create artificial general intelligence, the potential implications for society and the economy are staggering and raise urgent ethical questions.
Modern Wisdom·#1079 - Tristan Harris - AI Expert Warns: “This Is The Last Mistake We’ll Ever Make”·Apr 02, 2026
“and we seeing an incredible demo here Explain to us how you different Nano Banana the free services out there ChatGPT image generation and why you exist as a company dedicated to just working on video models. So I think it goes, we started the company in 2017, way before any AI video tech actually worked. So we've been quite a bunch of different companies all the way up to 2026. What we decided on like five years ago was we're kind of looking at the early iterations of AI video, right? Which is the model that we're seeing right now, like Vio, Sora, which just …”“and we seeing an incredible demo here Explain to us how you different Nano Banana the free services out there ChatGPT image generation and why you exist as a company dedicated to just working on video models. So I think it goes, we started the company in 2017, way before any AI video tech actually worked. So we've been quite a bunch of different companies all the way up to 2026. What we decided on like five years ago was we're kind of looking at the early iterations of AI video, right? Which is the model that we're seeing right now, like Vio, Sora, which just been discontinued, our models. Obviously, very high fidelity, fairly inexpensive to run, assuming you're just like creating single videos and really getting to the point where you actually can't tell the difference, which unlocks a whole bunch of new use cases. But what we figured out five years ago was that the first iteration of this technology …”View more
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In 2022, a groundbreaking AI video technology launched, transforming PowerPoint users into video creators. This innovation emerged from years of development, recognizing that audiences prefer watching content over reading. Now, with advanced models, users can create high-quality videos effortlessly, unlocking new communication possibilities.
This Week in Startups·How 3 CEOs Use AI to Run $10B in Companies | This Week in AI·Apr 02, 2026
“… with traditional entertainment, we do have a lot more transparency in those areas. And I think as people are increasingly using these like weird ChatGPT like plugin type tools, like the one that everybody's using object talk. It's just a customized version of ChatGPT. So they're taking open AIs, LLM and like kind of customizing it a little bit. And that seems to be how a lot of people are creating AI slop. And not only is there no visibility into open AIs, LLM, but there's no visibility into these like weird customized versions of it. I mean, I just want to know, like, you know, the fact that …”“… comparison to like Greek, like tragedies and stuff. Like I do. It is kind of just funny how we keep reinventing these things. That said, I do kind of wonder who's influencing these storylines, like who's writing them, like how is the AI shaping it? Like with traditional entertainment, we do have a lot more transparency in those areas. And I think as people are increasingly using these like weird ChatGPT like plugin type tools, like the one that everybody's using object talk. It's just a customized version of ChatGPT. So they're taking open AIs, LLM and like kind of customizing it a little bit. And that seems to be how a lot of people are creating AI slop. And not only is there no visibility into open AIs, LLM, but there's no visibility into these like weird customized versions of it. I mean, I just want to know, like, you know, the fact that they are all devolving into violence against women, like, is that something that was coded into, you know, object talks like output or whatever. Obviously it's performing well as well, but I wonder what else would perform well. And like, just like the tech that's shaping these storylines, because the tech is writing these storylines. AI is writing …”View more
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AI-generated content is evolving into complex narratives reminiscent of Greek tragedies, but with a dark twist. As creators use tools like ChatGPT to craft these stories, they often devolve into themes of violence and betrayal, raising questions about the biases embedded in AI. This lack of transparency could lead to troubling societal implications as these narratives gain traction.
Taylor Lorenz’s Power User·AI Fruit Slop Is The New Greek Mythology w/ Kyle Chayka·Apr 01, 2026
“… know, coder. And a podcaster. And podcaster who wears many hats. And he just decided for himself that he wanted to spend three months going deep on ChatGPT. That's just what he wanted to write about. And that's also when we started the podcast that he helms called AI and I. The initial name of the podcast actually for about, I don't know, the first six months at least was called How Do You Use ChatGPT? And it literally was just talking to people. And it was Tyler Cowen and Jeffrey Litt and, you know, an amazing array of guests. But it was, you know, it was just focused on ChachiPT. And that so it …”“… business strategy. It was just because our co-founder and CEO, Dan Shipper, who you saw before, saw, you know, GPT-3 came out and it was mind blowing. And he was incredibly fascinated by it. And he is a writer as well as a CEO and founder and, you know, coder. And a podcaster. And podcaster who wears many hats. And he just decided for himself that he wanted to spend three months going deep on ChatGPT. That's just what he wanted to write about. And that's also when we started the podcast that he helms called AI and I. The initial name of the podcast actually for about, I don't know, the first six months at least was called How Do You Use ChatGPT? And it literally was just talking to people. And it was Tyler Cowen and Jeffrey Litt and, you know, an amazing array of guests. But it was, you know, it was just focused on ChachiPT. And that so it really stemmed from a personal a sort of personal obsession and personal interest in like this technology is transformative. I want to know about it. I want to understand it. I want to I want to know how it works. I want to and I can see that it's going to have huge implications for how for for technology and how we all work. At the same time, we …”View more
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A thriving newsletter turned AI lab is reshaping journalism by integrating AI into writing and editing processes. Co-founder Dan Shipper's fascination with ChatGPT led to the creation of innovative products like Lex, an AI word processor, while also cultivating a massive subscriber base eager to explore AI's potential. This pivot highlights a transformative future for media and technology, challenging traditional journalistic boundaries.
Intelligent Machines (Audio)·IM 864: And Artemis Too - Journalism In The Age Of AI·Apr 01, 2026
“… A fair bit of adoption then, in other words. This is why we rate them behind in deployment depth. Much of the quote-unquote adoption is reps using ChatGPT in a separate browser tab for email drafts and call prep. Which is not a bad thing at all. It's just not the level of automation and autonomy that I think sales organizations are hoping for. The autonomous SDR dream has not fully come to fruition yet, and I don't think that most sales organizations have figured out the right integration and balance between humans and agents in the new sales working system. The deployment depth score on …”“One of the most interesting findings when it comes to sales is that it might be the cleanest example of the adoption mirage. 88% of sales teams say they use AI, but only 24% have it in their actual revenue workflows. A fair bit of adoption then, in other words. This is why we rate them behind in deployment depth. Much of the quote-unquote adoption is reps using ChatGPT in a separate browser tab for email drafts and call prep. Which is not a bad thing at all. It's just not the level of automation and autonomy that I think sales organizations are hoping for. The autonomous SDR dream has not fully come to fruition yet, and I don't think that most sales organizations have figured out the right integration and balance between humans and agents in the new sales working system. The deployment depth score on operations, I think, is another really interesting one. In some ways, operations has had automatable functions longer than any other function in the enterprise. Think statistical forecasting, rules-based inventory management, predictive maintenance. That's all stuff that predates this latest wave of Gen AI by a decade. What that means is that when 90% of …”View more
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Despite 88% of sales teams claiming to use AI, only 24% integrate it into their revenue workflows, revealing a significant gap between perceived and actual adoption. This discrepancy highlights the ongoing struggle in sales organizations to balance human and AI roles effectively. Meanwhile, finance stands out with advanced governance frameworks, raising questions about whether they will ultimately deploy AI more safely and effectively than their counterparts.
The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis·Introducing Maturity Maps — A New Way to Measure AI Adoption·Apr 01, 2026
“integrated shopping experience into ChatGPT. They've announced that they are going to build some kind of hardware device. They're just spraying the market with various different ideas. And a core part of being able to then make all of these into revenue generation engines is users. They need to continue having more users and they need to have those users spend more time on the platform. And the truth is, OpenAI is actually losing market share right now because there are other competitors …”“integrated shopping experience into ChatGPT. They've announced that they are going to build some kind of hardware device. They're just spraying the market with various different ideas. And a core part of being able to then make all of these into revenue generation engines is users. They need to continue having more users and they need to have those users spend more time on the platform. And the truth is, OpenAI is actually losing market share right now because there are other competitors like Anthropic, like Google, that are starting to eat their lunch. And so as they experience all of these pressures from competitors and they experience just like the dire need for more cash flow, So they keep flip on decisions to try and figure out what is going to make their product more engaging more sticky and more addictive To that end I mean …”View more
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AI is transforming into an extreme form of surveillance capitalism, with companies like OpenAI now monetizing user data more aggressively than ever. As competitors gain ground, OpenAI is pressured to engage users deeply, leading to unsettling practices that challenge our trust in technology. This trend raises questions about the ethics of using AI for connection while exploiting personal data.
There Are No Girls on the Internet·Sam Altman Isn’t Building a Company, He’s Building an Empire (with Karen Hao)·Mar 31, 2026
“Matt, can you look up skibbity? Type in ChatGPT. Lists of sentences you would use the word skibbity. Yeah, like that's what we make up. Head out of a fucking toilet. Head out of a toilet. Skibbity is an alpha gen. Skibbity toilet. Skibbity is a gen alpha slang derived from the Skibbity toilet YouTube series frequently used as a versatile, often nonsensical adjective, meaning cool, bad, or weird. See, that all can't be true. Like, you can't just have a word that means three. It can't be cool, …”“Matt, can you look up skibbity? Type in ChatGPT. Lists of sentences you would use the word skibbity. Yeah, like that's what we make up. Head out of a fucking toilet. Head out of a toilet. Skibbity is an alpha gen. Skibbity toilet. Skibbity is a gen alpha slang derived from the Skibbity toilet YouTube series frequently used as a versatile, often nonsensical adjective, meaning cool, bad, or weird. See, that all can't be true. Like, you can't just have a word that means three. It can't be cool, bad, or weird. Man, this is just a skibbity podcast. Yeah, the skibbity podcast. All three meanings. You know what we got to get into? And I want to ask you about this. First off, mental health check. How's your health been mentally? You've been in a good space? Yeah, I've been in a great space. Okay. Well, this brings me to my next point then. …”View more
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Responding to random Twitter accounts can actually boost your visibility, as one host reveals. He shares how engaging with seemingly irrelevant tweets led to unexpected interactions and new followers. This highlights the bizarre dynamics of social media engagement in today's digital landscape.
The Flycast·The Only Person To Get Arrested in OpTic 😂 | The Flycast Ep. 184·Apr 01, 2026
“… Anthropic sued. The legal battle continued. Claude continued to be used in the war in Iran. And everything is just a mess with that situation. When ChatGPT stepped in and announced that they had signed an agreement with the Department of War on the same night that the ultimatum came to pass, it did not go well for OpenAI. There was a 775% surge in one-star reviews for ChatGPT, and Claude made it to number one in the App Store for the first time ever. Now, that situation is obviously far from resolved, but you can see that there is some pretty clear political resonance around these AI issues. Now, …”“… issuing ultimatums and deadlines and threatening not only to not work with Anthropic, but to designate them as a supply chain risk, which hadn't been done to a U.S. company before. Anthropic did not comply. They were designated a supply chain risk. Anthropic sued. The legal battle continued. Claude continued to be used in the war in Iran. And everything is just a mess with that situation. When ChatGPT stepped in and announced that they had signed an agreement with the Department of War on the same night that the ultimatum came to pass, it did not go well for OpenAI. There was a 775% surge in one-star reviews for ChatGPT, and Claude made it to number one in the App Store for the first time ever. Now, that situation is obviously far from resolved, but you can see that there is some pretty clear political resonance around these AI issues. Now, another area where AI politics grew in stature this quarter was around the politics of data centers. We had started to get some glimpses of this towards the end of last year, as a number of smaller campaigns at the state and congressional level began to focus in on data center-related issues. Ultimately, this led to President Trump getting all the …”View more
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The Pentagon's clash with Anthropic over AI use escalated dramatically, leading to Anthropic being designated a supply chain risk after refusing to comply with military demands. This incident not only highlighted the tensions between AI companies and government but also sparked a surge of interest in AI politics, as seen by the anti-AI movement gaining mainstream attention. As AI becomes a pivotal political issue ahead of the midterms, the implications for regulation and corporate governance are profound.
The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis·The State of AI Q2: AI's Second Moment·Mar 30, 2026
“It was personal. It was visceral. And within a week of you pitching Demis on the book, ChatGPT came out. That's right. And I went to see him right after that. and he said, you know, this is war. Those guys have parked their tanks in our front yard. Actually he said, on our lawn, but translating for American audience, in our front yard. And so you could see that competitive glint in his eye and you knew he was gonna try and fight back Was he self about the risk of using that language even for himself given all of these Manhattan Project …”“It was personal. It was visceral. And within a week of you pitching Demis on the book, ChatGPT came out. That's right. And I went to see him right after that. and he said, you know, this is war. Those guys have parked their tanks in our front yard. Actually he said, on our lawn, but translating for American audience, in our front yard. And so you could see that competitive glint in his eye and you knew he was gonna try and fight back Was he self about the risk of using that language even for himself given all of these Manhattan Project analogies You know, he's a person with many different dimensions, and he's both capable of worrying about safety and also using military metaphors to express his determination to crush the opposition. And I think actually it's going to be a business school case study of how DeepMind made the comeback because they merged DeepMind, the London lab, …”View more
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Demis Hassabis of Google DeepMind likens the current AI race to a war, indicating a sense of urgency and competition following the launch of ChatGPT. He expresses a paradoxical feeling of unease despite DeepMind's advancements, hinting at a future where AI could pose significant risks, potentially requiring isolation to ensure safety in development. This reflects a growing concern over the unchecked deployment of powerful AI models without proper oversight.
TechStuff·How Google DeepMind Accidentally Started the AI Race - The Story·Apr 01, 2026
“like little these little sparks. And that was kind of how I would describe the pre-ChatGPT period is There were a lot of sparks. You could see that the models were now starting to get enough that they could kind of emulate, you know, humans in a conversational format. You could see that there was an interest that people had in directly prompting the model. People forget that this was not the way that we originally engaged with language models. We thought of language models as completions engines. So you start a text string and then …”“like little these little sparks. And that was kind of how I would describe the pre-ChatGPT period is There were a lot of sparks. You could see that the models were now starting to get enough that they could kind of emulate, you know, humans in a conversational format. You could see that there was an interest that people had in directly prompting the model. People forget that this was not the way that we originally engaged with language models. We thought of language models as completions engines. So you start a text string and then it basically takes that as an input and then it continues the text string on. This kind of more conversational, you know, dialogue based format is not the original invention of language models. And so but what we were seeing is we had we had an API that was a completions API and we had an interface that basically let people put text into an …”View more
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OpenAI's ChatGPT exceeded expectations, reaching millions of users far beyond initial projections of just one million. This unexpected surge marked a pivotal shift in AI from simple text completion to engaging, conversational interactions, setting the stage for the next phase of AI development. As we move into a new era of AI agents capable of executing tasks autonomously, the future of technology is being redefined.
Uncapped with Jack Altman·Uncapped #46 | Brad Lightcap from OpenAI·Apr 01, 2026
“And so to switch from ChatGPT to Claude, I think, accomplished nothing and signaled very little. But it gave people at least the approximation of some sort of political act. But I mean, it's like switching your business from Lockheed to Raytheon, right? Like, I don't, there's not that much difference at the end of the day.”
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Switching from ChatGPT to Claude is like moving from Lockheed to Raytheon—there’s minimal difference in substance. This change may seem like a political statement, but in reality, it accomplishes very little. The tech industry’s transitions often mask deeper systemic issues rather than solve them.
Tech Won't Save Us·Why Iran is Attacking Data Centers w/ Sam Biddle·Apr 02, 2026
“… is in public private partnership all the way down. So this is going to be a tough question. Feel free to take a second to think about it. I asked ChatGPT, if you were interviewing Brad Lightcap, what question would you ask him to get to know him best? And replied, here's a question. what's a decision you made that felt right in the moment, but looking back, you'd handle differently. And what did that experience change about how you lead today? Oh, man, that is a tough one. Ask good questions.”“… to figure out how this is ultimately going to impact everyone. And I think that is going to be the big thing over the next few years. And like I said, I see it as substantially positive, but there's not going to be a version of this that works that is in public private partnership all the way down. So this is going to be a tough question. Feel free to take a second to think about it. I asked ChatGPT, if you were interviewing Brad Lightcap, what question would you ask him to get to know him best? And replied, here's a question. what's a decision you made that felt right in the moment, but looking back, you'd handle differently. And what did that experience change about how you lead today? Oh, man, that is a tough one. Ask good questions.”View more
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If America gets AI policy right, it could be one of the most significant developments in the country’s history. OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap emphasizes that AI must transcend partisan politics to ensure competitive innovation. He believes a strong public-private partnership is crucial for success, highlighting the current administration’s positive engagement with the tech sector.
“… value synchronously or asynchronously? It's one way to think about it. A lot of the kind of assistive technologies that we've been using, like ChatGPT, it's really about synchronous value creation. I'm basically saying, hey, go ahead and research this for me and then give me a synthesis of this information. We now get moving to a world where you can basically set these things up to create value asynchronously. So they can sit there in the background and then when something happens, like hey there's a notification like can you you know an example to kind of extend your metaphor is um i i'm …”“Yeah, I think the thing is there's a lot of different sort of definitions and dimensions here. but is it creating value synchronously or asynchronously? It's one way to think about it. A lot of the kind of assistive technologies that we've been using, like ChatGPT, it's really about synchronous value creation. I'm basically saying, hey, go ahead and research this for me and then give me a synthesis of this information. We now get moving to a world where you can basically set these things up to create value asynchronously. So they can sit there in the background and then when something happens, like hey there's a notification like can you you know an example to kind of extend your metaphor is um i i'm kind of like i've got this guilty pleasure which is um you know kind of airline miles hacking i love those airline miles hacking things and using my credit cards i'm like i don't know why but it's just my thing right and it's it's a pain because you know airlines release seats at certain times and so what you can now start to do is basically you know …”View more
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Imagine an AI that can monitor flight prices 24/7 and book your dream vacation at the perfect moment. This is the power of asynchronous value creation with Agentic AI, where you set parameters, and the AI acts on your behalf without constant oversight. However, it's crucial to establish guardrails to prevent unintended consequences, like booking an extravagant trip without your approval.
Embracing Digital Transformation·#338 Unlocking the Power of Agentic AI: A Beginners Guide·Mar 30, 2026
“… – four years ago, I met someone from LinkedIn. They were like, you should be on LinkedIn. I'm like, I can't write. So I'm so bad at that. And then ChatGPT came around, and my LinkedIn is growing like crazy. Yeah, and I've always had ghostwriting infrastructure for my books because I've never been able to write. But I've always wanted it. You know, it's funny. Every book I've written, everyone with my written content, people come up to me. They're like, man, it sounds so much like you. I'm like, it is fully me because it is truly transcribed for my words. I don't write differently than I talk …”“… that. And then we will create a first-person article about the barbell theory, why analog is on the rise, right? So a lot more written content. Interesting. And I feel like it's becoming so much easier because I remember a couple of years ago, I met – four years ago, I met someone from LinkedIn. They were like, you should be on LinkedIn. I'm like, I can't write. So I'm so bad at that. And then ChatGPT came around, and my LinkedIn is growing like crazy. Yeah, and I've always had ghostwriting infrastructure for my books because I've never been able to write. But I've always wanted it. You know, it's funny. Every book I've written, everyone with my written content, people come up to me. They're like, man, it sounds so much like you. I'm like, it is fully me because it is truly transcribed for my words. I don't write differently than I talk because it's just the transcription. But so writing content, I'm incredibly focused on being, and I'm pushing my team right now on this, on just being remarkable on every platform, like obsession to how to win Snapchat spotlight, obsession to understand how to be great at YouTube Shorts to make sure I'm feeding the LLMs of Gemini with my content. Why …”View more
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Gary Vaynerchuk emphasizes that adapting your social media strategy isn't solely about leveraging AI; it's about understanding the nuances of each platform. He shares his approach of focusing on long-form content and the importance of pop culture relevance in connecting with audiences. This method ensures that even if the landscape shifts dramatically, he can quickly regain his footing.
Silicon Valley Girl·Why You're Missing the AI Opportunity (And How to Fix It) | Gary Vee·Mar 30, 2026
“… of the, I feel like there's this sort of split in what people feel like is possible with AI. And a lot of it comes down to this, I believe. I go to ChatGPT or Gemini or somewhere, like ChatGPT.com, and I type into the text box, create me a function to do this. Or I want you to solve this problem. And all it has to work with is the text that you've typed into the text box, right? And it's got very little to go on. I mean, depending on how much you give it as a prompt, I guess, but generally it has very little to go on and you get pretty good answers. I mean, to be honest ChatGPT and things are like …”“… seeing a trend towards, you know, folks always pushing the boundaries of like how complex of tasks can agents solve? And then also like, you know, how long can they run for in a sustainable way? I think deep agents, I think they're where it's at. One of the, I feel like there's this sort of split in what people feel like is possible with AI. And a lot of it comes down to this, I believe. I go to ChatGPT or Gemini or somewhere, like ChatGPT.com, and I type into the text box, create me a function to do this. Or I want you to solve this problem. And all it has to work with is the text that you've typed into the text box, right? And it's got very little to go on. I mean, depending on how much you give it as a prompt, I guess, but generally it has very little to go on and you get pretty good answers. I mean, to be honest ChatGPT and things are like utter magic but relative to deep agents they don necessarily come up with the best answers And really I think the essence of it is that they can check and revalidate right As opposed to something like Cloud Code or Codex, where it has an idea, it reads about the code, and it's, okay, well, let me try to write that. Now, let me apply some tools to …”View more
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Deep agents outperform shallow agents by iterating and validating solutions, making them far more effective in complex tasks. Unlike traditional models that rely solely on user prompts, deep agents utilize extensive context and tools to refine their outputs. This shift is reshaping our understanding of what AI can achieve in problem-solving.
Talk Python To Me·#543: Deep Agents: LangChain's SDK for Agents That Plan and Delegate·Apr 01, 2026
“… Artificial intelligence is here. It's in your pocket. It's on your iPhone, your laptop. It's everywhere right now. Go to Claude, go to ChatGPT, go to Gemini, and just start talking with it and share your situation. And again, this is AI telling you stuff. So I took it, I screenshot it, and I sent it to my CPA and said, hey, is this legit? Right? So that's what we need to do with it. Don't just go do it without figuring out if it's legit or not. All of the resources are available to you right now. It's never been easier to try and optimize and do everything you can to ensure that you …”“… with solo 401k contributions, QBI deductions, putting Ireland on salary, we get married, like all this stuff, right? Like it came up with a bunch of different ideas. So if you don't or can't afford a CPA or a tax professional, a tax strategist, congratulations. Artificial intelligence is here. It's in your pocket. It's on your iPhone, your laptop. It's everywhere right now. Go to Claude, go to ChatGPT, go to Gemini, and just start talking with it and share your situation. And again, this is AI telling you stuff. So I took it, I screenshot it, and I sent it to my CPA and said, hey, is this legit? Right? So that's what we need to do with it. Don't just go do it without figuring out if it's legit or not. All of the resources are available to you right now. It's never been easier to try and optimize and do everything you can to ensure that you are doing attack stuff as effectively as possible. What an incredible episode. I feel like I could run through a wall right now because I just love putting together episodes like this where it can change the lives in the future finances of tens and tens of thousands of people that follow this podcast. So what an incredible episode. But let's get …”View more
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Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing tax optimization, making it easier than ever for individuals to navigate their finances. By using tools like ChatGPT or Claude, you can brainstorm strategies and validate them with a CPA. This is a game-changer for those who can't afford a tax professional, empowering you to take control of your tax situation.
“… is that they're a horizontal software company with Office 365. And there is no company that is challenged more than they are at a core basis, from ChatGPT, from Anthropics Cowork. And obviously, they're working really hard to fast follow, kind of like they did with Teams and Zoom, right? And you could already Slack as well. But at the same time, when the pace and the speed of the market is moving so quickly in AI, I think that there's a real invalid reason to question the longevity of Microsoft's core business, right? Office 365 is under threat if AI is going to be doing a lot of the information …”“clobbered at least so far this year. Yeah, I think it's really interesting. And I think it's time to think about how AI impacts both their business models, because I think that that's the big difference. Microsoft, I think the big difference is that they're a horizontal software company with Office 365. And there is no company that is challenged more than they are at a core basis, from ChatGPT, from Anthropics Cowork. And obviously, they're working really hard to fast follow, kind of like they did with Teams and Zoom, right? And you could already Slack as well. But at the same time, when the pace and the speed of the market is moving so quickly in AI, I think that there's a real invalid reason to question the longevity of Microsoft's core business, right? Office 365 is under threat if AI is going to be doing a lot of the information processing. that humans on a seat-based software consumption model previously did. Now, at the same time, Azure happens to be the biggest, you know, we'll call it neocloud in the world, right? They are the single biggest infrastructure player, and that business is working at a very healthy clip. So I think that there's a kind of a narrative …”View more
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Microsoft's core business is under threat from AI innovations like ChatGPT, raising questions about the future of Office 365. While Azure remains a strong revenue driver, the competition from AI-driven tools poses significant risks. This dynamic creates a complex narrative for investors as Microsoft navigates its path forward.
Prof G Markets·Brutal Quarter Ends With a Rally — But Risks Are Rising·Apr 01, 2026
“… prototype a company using Claude. You can prototype the product. You can start to test the product. So I use Claude a lot and I use Gemini. I use ChatGPT. I kind of use them all because I like to compare them. But for tools that we actually use in business building, we're mostly using Claude. Because it changes so quickly. It does change like every month. It's unbelievable. It's really unbelievable. So what do you use Gemini for specifically? What would you use ChatGPT for? Or what would you use? I know for Claude, you said you would use it for prototyping. Yeah. So I use, Gemini has replaced …”“… with the AI Just in terms of Claude, Chat, just basic, which ones do you like the best? I use Claude the most, probably. Me too. For what? What do you use it for? I use it for coding. Really? Yeah. So if we We have a company idea. You can literally prototype a company using Claude. You can prototype the product. You can start to test the product. So I use Claude a lot and I use Gemini. I use ChatGPT. I kind of use them all because I like to compare them. But for tools that we actually use in business building, we're mostly using Claude. Because it changes so quickly. It does change like every month. It's unbelievable. It's really unbelievable. So what do you use Gemini for specifically? What would you use ChatGPT for? Or what would you use? I know for Claude, you said you would use it for prototyping. Yeah. So I use, Gemini has replaced search for me. So I use Gemini for search. Research, like if I want to research an industry, where before I would ask an analyst, hey, let's build a whole picture of this industry. How big is it? Who are the competitors? What's the market share? What are the economics? For that kind of research, I use ChatGPT now. And it does an unbelievable job. And …”View more
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AI tools like Claude and Gemini have drastically reduced the resources needed to start a business, making it possible to launch with half the capital and personnel compared to just 18 months ago. This shift is driven by AI's ability to prototype products, conduct market research, and generate compelling content, fundamentally changing how companies operate. As these technologies evolve, they promise to make business building more efficient and accessible than ever.
Habits and Hustle·Episode 541: Jon McNeill: Why “Less” and “Simple” are the Smartest Growth Strategies·Mar 31, 2026
“that ChatGPT is just one-shotted in one is incredible. You see that, speaking of Polymarket, polymarket took down the will a nuclear war breakout this year betting market because there was way too much trading volume happening around what's going on in iran oh wow what is polymarket uh you don't be on x he just discovered i just discovered x george i'm 14 years i'm 68 i don't know i don't know what polymarket is uh do you want to describe it sean i don't …”“that ChatGPT is just one-shotted in one is incredible. You see that, speaking of Polymarket, polymarket took down the will a nuclear war breakout this year betting market because there was way too much trading volume happening around what's going on in iran oh wow what is polymarket uh you don't be on x he just discovered i just discovered x george i'm 14 years i'm 68 i don't know i don't know what polymarket is uh do you want to describe it sean i don't even know how to fucking say what it is yeah it's basically a casino for everything so you can go bet on anything. That sounds dangerous. They call it a prediction market. It's kind of like the AOLI versus mayonnaise situation. So it's like, oh, sports betting, not legal. Poly market betting on a sport event, legal somehow. And so basically you can …”View more
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Polymarket, a prediction market platform, has gained attention for allowing users to bet on various outcomes, from sports to political events. Recently, it faced scrutiny when it had to shut down a betting market on a potential nuclear war due to overwhelming trading volume. The discussion reveals how individuals can exploit these markets for profit, including a story of a man who made $3 million betting on Polymarket, raising questions about the legalities and ethics of such platforms.
Modern Wisdom·#1078 - New Studio Launch Party - Indian Fetishes, Betting on Wars & Tom Cruise·Mar 30, 2026
“… to want to have managed service providers who say we are accredited and we are licensed in being able to train on the Anthropic model or to train on ChatGPT for your company, especially because you're going to have a lot more companies who are going to lock down what LLM they can be using. So even if your teams are using different brands, essentially AI brands across the board. I don't see that as being something that's going to continue, Corey. Maybe that's me being pessimistic, but only because from a top-down business conversation, nobody has time to apply compliance and governance of all …”“… Training is an ongoing thing. So if they can show that they can have – success training. And when I say training, I should be specific for your audience and saying training the users, not training the models in this case. So you're going to want to have managed service providers who say we are accredited and we are licensed in being able to train on the Anthropic model or to train on ChatGPT for your company, especially because you're going to have a lot more companies who are going to lock down what LLM they can be using. So even if your teams are using different brands, essentially AI brands across the board. I don't see that as being something that's going to continue, Corey. Maybe that's me being pessimistic, but only because from a top-down business conversation, nobody has time to apply compliance and governance of all different forms to several different LLMs across the board. So if somebody comes in and says, not only are we going to lock down the compliance and the governance for you, we're also going to continuously train your employees on how how to use these programs as new models come out or as new generations of those models come out every month or every …”View more
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Businesses are racing to adapt to AI tools that cater to different departments, but this creates a chaotic environment where what's effective today may change tomorrow. With the rapid evolution of AI, companies are seeking managed service providers who can offer ongoing training and compliance across various AI models. This necessity for adaptability is driving a competitive landscape among AI brands, as firms prioritize continuous learning and governance over disparate tools.
The Neuron: AI Explained·The Hidden Industry That Controls The Tech Your Company Uses·Mar 30, 2026
“… Altman supported Emote, but in private, he did the deal Anthropic wouldn't. The following day, after news of Altman's deal broke, U.S. uninstalls of ChatGPT increased 295 percent, and Claude climbed to number one in the App Store. Anthropic's annual recurring revenue surged to $19 billion from $14 billion just a few weeks ago, adding an estimated $150 billion to its valuation. Altman and OpenAI came across as reckless, duplicitous, and self-serving. Amodi and Anthropic came across as safety-conscious, honest, and selfless. A year ago, I predicted the first CEO who forcefully and publicly resisted …”“Publicly, Altman supported Emote, but in private, he did the deal Anthropic wouldn't. The following day, after news of Altman's deal broke, U.S. uninstalls of ChatGPT increased 295 percent, and Claude climbed to number one in the App Store. Anthropic's annual recurring revenue surged to $19 billion from $14 billion just a few weeks ago, adding an estimated $150 billion to its valuation. Altman and OpenAI came across as reckless, duplicitous, and self-serving. Amodi and Anthropic came across as safety-conscious, honest, and selfless. A year ago, I predicted the first CEO who forcefully and publicly resisted Trump could reap significant benefits, both reputationally and commercially. With its reputation for breaking barriers and the boldness chromosome in its DNA, I thought, hoped, it would be Nike. But Emody just did it, and Microsoft followed his lead, filing a brief in support of Anthropix lawsuit seeking to block its designation as a supply chain …”View more
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After Altman's controversial deal, U.S. uninstalls of ChatGPT soared by 295%, while rival Claude topped the App Store. This shift highlighted a growing consumer backlash against perceived corporate recklessness, leading to a surge in Anthropic's valuation and a call for corporate accountability. The movement demonstrates that consumers can wield their wallets as powerful tools for change.
The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway·No Mercy / No Malice: The Resistance Comes for OpenAI·Mar 14, 2026
“… have a portion of your job automated has to change simply because the tool that you decided to implement throughout your company, let's just say ChatGPT, if your company leans into it, it's going to be interesting when a new update is rolled out that we don't have any warning of. and the way that you had set up your automations or your workflow, your digital employee even,”“… or the UI that you actually interact with is different by department, but it also is something that changes all of the time. Right. So like these tools are not static. They're here. They're constantly dynamic and changing. And so the way that you might have a portion of your job automated has to change simply because the tool that you decided to implement throughout your company, let's just say ChatGPT, if your company leans into it, it's going to be interesting when a new update is rolled out that we don't have any warning of. and the way that you had set up your automations or your workflow, your digital employee even,”View more
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The introduction of AI in the workplace is reshaping power dynamics, with access to technology becoming a key factor. Teresa Coates emphasizes the need for companies to roll out AI tools uniformly across all teams to prevent disparities in access and ensure everyone, from leadership to entry-level employees, can adapt effectively. This approach fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous learning, essential for thriving in the age of AI.
Techlandia·AI in the Workplace: A New Era of Leadership and Learning·Mar 31, 2026
“… for OpenAI. You mentioned that they killed Sora. They also killed the $1 billion deal that they had signed with Disney. And they also shut down ChatGPT adult mode and a bunch of like consumer shopping apps and their app marketplace as well They just focused on these few things right now But then the other thing is Sam is also kind of defaulting on a few of the major GPU and data center deals right So we had the OpenAI and Oracle Abilene deal fall through where they couldn't finance it for a variety of different reasons.”“… of that labor. I have a lot of faith now in OpenAI that they're going to produce a really good product that will compete with the likes of Anthropic, which have been eating their lunch. When I look at the last week, it seems like it's pretty negative for OpenAI. You mentioned that they killed Sora. They also killed the $1 billion deal that they had signed with Disney. And they also shut down ChatGPT adult mode and a bunch of like consumer shopping apps and their app marketplace as well They just focused on these few things right now But then the other thing is Sam is also kind of defaulting on a few of the major GPU and data center deals right So we had the OpenAI and Oracle Abilene deal fall through where they couldn't finance it for a variety of different reasons.”View more
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OpenAI's discontinuation of Sora and focus on a new model, Spud, suggests a strategic consolidation to streamline their offerings and prepare for a potential IPO.
OpenAI's new model developments are both a strategic leap to outpace competitors and a maneuver to boost their valuation ahead of a potential IPO.
OpenAI and Anthropic are in a fierce race to outdo each other with massive AI models, but this could be more about boosting their profiles ahead of potential IPOs than genuine technological advancement.
Limitless Podcast·Claude Mythos: Anthropic's Leak That's Too Dangerous to Release·Mar 31, 2026
“… ago, it wouldn't get it right, but now in one, two minutes, I put, give me the same store sales for these six restaurants. I put in Gemini, I put in ChatGPT, and just to make sure they're right, and they're right. So all the tedious labor, all the manual labor, all the data entry that all of us are used to, that stuff is going away. And we could think higher level. So I could look at the same store sales and say, oh, the economy is at risk and whatever. But all the grunt work, all the tedious work is going to be taken care of by these AI agents. I agree completely. I agree completely. We got a lot …”“… that's only going to get better and better. It's only going to take you one. This year is the year that you do it with multiple chatbots, and you fact-check it yourself, and then forever, it's going to be just one prompt. And it got it right. A year ago, it wouldn't get it right, but now in one, two minutes, I put, give me the same store sales for these six restaurants. I put in Gemini, I put in ChatGPT, and just to make sure they're right, and they're right. So all the tedious labor, all the manual labor, all the data entry that all of us are used to, that stuff is going away. And we could think higher level. So I could look at the same store sales and say, oh, the economy is at risk and whatever. But all the grunt work, all the tedious work is going to be taken care of by these AI agents. I agree completely. I agree completely. We got a lot more sound effects since the last time you joined. Last question for me. What's your outlook on Meta?”View more
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AI agents are transforming tedious data tasks into quick, efficient processes, saving hours of manual labor. For instance, instead of spending hours gathering same-store sales data for fast casual restaurants, AI can now deliver accurate results in just minutes. This shift allows analysts to focus on higher-level insights rather than routine data entry.
TBPN·The Lawyer Who Beat Meta and Google, Revisiting The Jetsons, Japan Twitter | Tae Kim, Logan Bartlett, Sam Stephenson, Ben Broca, Brett Adcock, Andrei Serban·Mar 30, 2026
“And there's been a lot of strategy change. Open AI, some people are saying, is crashing out in panic mode. Obviously they own the consumer with ChatGPT They are the verb like taking an Uber or Googling something People consumers always just say hey did you check ChatGPT But but obviously other large language models are catching up here let me say something to that jason because like sure you mentor tons of startups sax has done it freeberg has done it i do it what is the one thing we tell folks focus focus focus focus 100 do one maybe one and a half things but do it incredibly, incredibly …”“And there's been a lot of strategy change. Open AI, some people are saying, is crashing out in panic mode. Obviously they own the consumer with ChatGPT They are the verb like taking an Uber or Googling something People consumers always just say hey did you check ChatGPT But but obviously other large language models are catching up here let me say something to that jason because like sure you mentor tons of startups sax has done it freeberg has done it i do it what is the one thing we tell folks focus focus focus focus 100 do one maybe one and a half things but do it incredibly, incredibly well. And everything else, you start to bleed and smear. What was that Brad Garlinghouse term? Peanut butter. Yeah, you smear the peanut butter too far out. And so this is a good moment, by the way, if either of these two companies are in the smearing phase to recalibrate and reset because you just can't do everything. Speaking of smears, I couldn't …”View more
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OpenAI, the leader in consumer AI with ChatGPT, is reportedly in panic mode as competition heats up. With other large language models catching up, experts warn that spreading resources too thin could lead to failure. This moment presents a crucial opportunity for OpenAI to recalibrate its focus and strategy amidst rising pressures and political maneuvering from competitors like Anthropic.
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg·Anthropic's Generational Run, OpenAI Panics, AI Moats, Meta Loses Lawsuits·Mar 27, 2026
“last year. And to put it frankly, ChatGPT wants a piece of that action. You know, right now, ChatGPT is competing with rivals like Replica. Replica is a little bit of a smaller AI platform that users can just pay a fee to get adult content or what's sometimes called ERP, erotic role play. So that's like baked right into something that they offer. And AI like Elon Musk's Grok, right, which we'd had a whole conversation about the ways that Grok was being used to create non-consensual …”“last year. And to put it frankly, ChatGPT wants a piece of that action. You know, right now, ChatGPT is competing with rivals like Replica. Replica is a little bit of a smaller AI platform that users can just pay a fee to get adult content or what's sometimes called ERP, erotic role play. So that's like baked right into something that they offer. And AI like Elon Musk's Grok, right, which we'd had a whole conversation about the ways that Grok was being used to create non-consensual sexualized images of women and minors. And so Elon Musk's AI is notable in that there are hardly any guardrails there. They even have a mode that you can spend money for, Grok unhinged mode, which is exactly what it sounds like, right?”View more
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ChatGPT is now vying for a piece of the adult content market, competing with platforms like Replica that specialize in erotic role play. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's Grok lacks safety measures, allowing users to create non-consensual sexualized images, highlighting the stark differences in how these AI platforms handle adult content. This raises significant ethical concerns about the direction of AI in intimate spaces.
There Are No Girls on the Internet·Sam Altman Wants You to Have Sex with ChatGPT·Mar 17, 2026
“So let's talk about it. All right. So ChatGPT drops in November of 2022 and suddenly the whole tech industry loses its mind And for good reason because ChatGPT exploded in popularity overnight adding 100 million users in two months And every single tech company became obsessed with AI, including our boy Zuck. And Zuck, to his credit, moved fast to take advantage. For one, he focused the company on profitability. Meta launched the year of efficiency in 2023, cutting over 21,000 jobs. And …”“So let's talk about it. All right. So ChatGPT drops in November of 2022 and suddenly the whole tech industry loses its mind And for good reason because ChatGPT exploded in popularity overnight adding 100 million users in two months And every single tech company became obsessed with AI, including our boy Zuck. And Zuck, to his credit, moved fast to take advantage. For one, he focused the company on profitability. Meta launched the year of efficiency in 2023, cutting over 21,000 jobs. And they also started gaining traction with Instagram Reels. And look, those moves worked, at least for the stock. Meta went from under $100 a share in late 2022 to hitting all-time highs of $790 by August of 2025. That's a 8x return in less than three years, which is pretty remarkable. And Mark Zuckerberg himself kind of went through a personal makeover …”View more
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Meta's shift from the metaverse to AI has resulted in a staggering stock increase, but recent concerns are causing a downturn. After cutting jobs and investing heavily in AI infrastructure, Meta's stock soared from under $100 to $790 in just three years, showcasing the impact of their new strategy. However, with recent stock declines and ongoing legal challenges, the future remains uncertain.
The Rundown·Deep Dive: Is Meta Having an Identity Crisis?·Mar 28, 2026
“… idea of agents has been around for years, in fact, it's been one of the exciting things that we were always just around the corner from since the ChatGPT moment. It really is in the last few months that they became a practical reality for lots and lots of people. In 2025, we were living in the BOC, the before Open Claw times. Now we are living in the AOC, by which I mean, of course, not Mr. Casio Cortez, but after Open Claw. And as much as people's first instinct is to explore agents in the business realm, I think it's very unlikely that it stays there. Now let's go back to something actually …”“… about every domain. But I do have some specific thoughts that this brought up for me. One glaring thing when reading this is just how little we have thought and discussed agents in non-business domains. Now, on the one hand, this makes sense. While the idea of agents has been around for years, in fact, it's been one of the exciting things that we were always just around the corner from since the ChatGPT moment. It really is in the last few months that they became a practical reality for lots and lots of people. In 2025, we were living in the BOC, the before Open Claw times. Now we are living in the AOC, by which I mean, of course, not Mr. Casio Cortez, but after Open Claw. And as much as people's first instinct is to explore agents in the business realm, I think it's very unlikely that it stays there. Now let's go back to something actually more fundamental before we get into that. There is an implicit idea that runs throughout Andy's message, that people actually care enough to want being better informed in the way that Andy suggests is possible with AI. The cynical contra-Andy take is that people simply don't care enough to be informed. And at this point in American political …”View more
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Imagine if AI could lower the cost of being informed, transforming political engagement. Stanford professor Andy Hall suggests that by creating personal political agents, we could empower citizens who want to be informed but face barriers. This shift could lead to a more engaged democracy where knowledge is accessible to everyone.
The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis·How AI Can Help Democracy Work Better·Mar 28, 2026
“… not just a big shift in the way in which we do business, but it's also a speed of change. Even the PC took about 20 years to reach mass adoption. ChatGPT took 10 months. When you combine the two of them, it just makes it compelling for everybody to get on the bandwagon as soon as possible. What's your perspective here? You guys go to all the conferences, right? Yeah, people think too much about AI being only an automation tool. And I think it's so much more. Maybe we'll tap that. We do as well. But we see, even though we say AI coaching, it's so much more than just coaching. Like suddenly it …”“… grounded in that for a lot of organizations. They don't want to get left behind. Is that what it is? Yeah, but there's also a once-in-a-generation opportunity. Probably even Bill Gates said, this is bigger than the PC, for example, because it's not just a big shift in the way in which we do business, but it's also a speed of change. Even the PC took about 20 years to reach mass adoption. ChatGPT took 10 months. When you combine the two of them, it just makes it compelling for everybody to get on the bandwagon as soon as possible. What's your perspective here? You guys go to all the conferences, right? Yeah, people think too much about AI being only an automation tool. And I think it's so much more. Maybe we'll tap that. We do as well. But we see, even though we say AI coaching, it's so much more than just coaching. Like suddenly it becomes a completely different tool that we've never had before that can also guide whole strategy. Because suddenly, besides just coaching people, you can also collect data about what are the biggest topics that they are talking about. And what's behind those topics, what's the root causes. And then you can combine all that, aggregate that and look …”View more
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AI coaching is transforming how we connect by providing a judgment-free space for reflection, allowing individuals to unlock authenticity they often hide from others. Users report feeling more comfortable with AI coaches than human ones, highlighting the unique empathetic support AI offers. This innovation isn't about replacing humans but enhancing our ability to engage with one another meaningfully.
Right About Now - Legendary Business Advice·Adapt or Get Left Behind: The New Rules of AI & Business·Mar 27, 2026
“… to be talking to this thing, too, about advice, certain people. And I think that's a big fear of a lot of folks, too. It's already happening with ChatGPT and all these other, Claude and all these other things anyways. But who are they getting advice from before that problem? I mean, you know what I mean? I think it's the caliber of person. Yeah, totally. Yeah, it's who you spend time with. Yeah. Yeah. Last question. what advice do you have for future founders I have a few things I think are I wish I could like maybe said differently also like pass down like young Brett like 20 years ago um I …”“… about interacting with the humanoids. People, you know, and I've had this discussion on other podcasts too, but people are going to look at that for advice. Relationship advice. And I mean, I think there's a... A lot of important things are going to be talking to this thing, too, about advice, certain people. And I think that's a big fear of a lot of folks, too. It's already happening with ChatGPT and all these other, Claude and all these other things anyways. But who are they getting advice from before that problem? I mean, you know what I mean? I think it's the caliber of person. Yeah, totally. Yeah, it's who you spend time with. Yeah. Yeah. Last question. what advice do you have for future founders I have a few things I think are I wish I could like maybe said differently also like pass down like young Brett like 20 years ago um I think one is like uh just go just start building I feel like um a lot of folks get too caught up in this thing that's like gonna be hard it might not work and um you can just like, it's just so easy to start a company these days. So many great tools. Uh, just go learn. I think, um, there's never been a, never been a situation where I haven't like done …”View more
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Brett Adcock discusses the inevitability of AI's advancement and the potential benefits that lie ahead. He emphasizes that while there are fears surrounding AI, such as its role in providing advice, the focus should be on steering its development positively. Adcock encourages future founders to embrace the journey of building and learning, highlighting the importance of perseverance in tackling challenges.
The Shawn Ryan Show·#292 Brett Adcock - Shawn Ryan Meets a Humanoid Robot·Mar 30, 2026
“… landscapes, that's where the kind of photorealistic pass really makes a big difference. And last up, we have an update on OpenAI's plan to launch ChatGPT's adult mode. This has been announced, I think, last year, as I think they are thinking of doing. It has been delayed from the original late March target, and it seems that they're still aiming to do it. The news here has been that the team within OpenAI, their advisory council of psychology and neuroscience, have opposed it at a January meeting. One advisor really warned about it significantly. So anyway, we have a quick update saying that …”“… So this is dealing with new games, right? And more complex. You wouldn't run this on your phone, like for casual games, but for games that have complex character models with faces and stuff like that, or like open world games where you traverse big landscapes, that's where the kind of photorealistic pass really makes a big difference. And last up, we have an update on OpenAI's plan to launch ChatGPT's adult mode. This has been announced, I think, last year, as I think they are thinking of doing. It has been delayed from the original late March target, and it seems that they're still aiming to do it. The news here has been that the team within OpenAI, their advisory council of psychology and neuroscience, have opposed it at a January meeting. One advisor really warned about it significantly. So anyway, we have a quick update saying that they appear to still be planning on it. It has been delayed, but as of now, it's still going to be presumably released. Yeah. Wow. What a surprise that despite objections over the appropriateness of a tool like this, that they still went ahead. Huh? That's weird. That's not my company at all. Yeah, that's weird. What a weird thing. Yeah, I know. This …”View more
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OpenAI's plan to launch ChatGPT's adult mode has faced significant opposition from their advisory council, yet the company still intends to proceed. This decision raises ethical concerns about the impact of AI-driven adult content, with warnings about potential risks likened to historical issues faced by the tobacco industry. As OpenAI navigates this uncharted territory, the need for transparent research on its effects becomes crucial.
Last Week in AI·#238 - GPT 5.4 mini, OpenAI Pivot, Mamba 3, Attention Residuals·Mar 26, 2026
“… researching the story that I documented it. Very timely time to start working in artificial intelligence. For anyone that doesn know this is pre ChatGPT launch moment that shook the world But in writing this book you interviewed a lot of people and went to a lot of places Can you give me a flavor of how many people you interviewed where it taken you around the world, etc? I interviewed over 250 people, so over 300 interviews. Over 90 of those people were former or current OpenAI employees and executives. So the book covers the inside story of OpenAI's first decade and how it ultimately got to …”“… around the world. And so that is kind of how I then set off on this journey of ultimately writing a book. I didn't realize that I was working towards writing a book, but starting in 2018 when I took that job was essentially the moment in which I began researching the story that I documented it. Very timely time to start working in artificial intelligence. For anyone that doesn know this is pre ChatGPT launch moment that shook the world But in writing this book you interviewed a lot of people and went to a lot of places Can you give me a flavor of how many people you interviewed where it taken you around the world, etc? I interviewed over 250 people, so over 300 interviews. Over 90 of those people were former or current OpenAI employees and executives. So the book covers the inside story of OpenAI's first decade and how it ultimately got to where it is today. But I didn't want to write a corporate book. I felt very strongly that in order to help people understand the impact of the industry, we would also have to travel well beyond Silicon Valley.”View more
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Karen Hao's journey from mechanical engineering at MIT to investigative journalism reveals a pivotal moment in Silicon Valley's profit-driven tech culture. After witnessing a startup's CEO fired for lack of profit, she questioned the industry's focus on profitable technologies over public benefit, leading her to explore AI's impact through over 300 interviews, including 90 with OpenAI insiders. This journey culminated in her book, 'Empire of AI Dreams and Nightmares,' which aims to reimagine innovation for the broader public good.
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett·AI Whistleblower: We Are Being Gaslit By The AI Companies! They’re Hiding The Truth About AI!·Mar 26, 2026
“… making. Take me inside the moment, though. You're realizing this happens. Did you write an email? Did you open a Google Doc? Did you just dictate to ChatGPT and say, fire off an email from the agent? How did that actually work at the company? Last year, I was in process of meeting all our 100 largest customers in person. And the purpose of the meetings was I wanted to tell them about our vision of this unified identity platform where we're the only ones in the industry that have all these capabilities across customer identity and governance and privilege. And at the same time, the teams were …”“… something that's reliable, building something that connects to a lot of different systems. You know, how can you position yourselves in that new market? And I think that's, you know, that those are the big essential things. It's that's the bet we're making. Take me inside the moment, though. You're realizing this happens. Did you write an email? Did you open a Google Doc? Did you just dictate to ChatGPT and say, fire off an email from the agent? How did that actually work at the company? Last year, I was in process of meeting all our 100 largest customers in person. And the purpose of the meetings was I wanted to tell them about our vision of this unified identity platform where we're the only ones in the industry that have all these capabilities across customer identity and governance and privilege. And at the same time, the teams were working on essentially agent identity. and these meetings I would pitch what I was talking about and then there would be interest in you know oh we should look at this we should we didn't know how far along you were and then I”View more
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Okta's CEO Todd McKinnon believes the future of workforce technology lies in agentic identity, a market so vast it could redefine the industry. By meeting with their largest customers and sharing a vision of a unified identity platform, he aims to position Okta at the forefront of this transformative shift. This strategic decision reflects a deep understanding of market dynamics and the need for scalable, reliable solutions in an evolving landscape.
Decoder with Nilay Patel·Okta's CEO is betting big on AI agent identity·Mar 30, 2026
“… overrated, what should people be optimizing for when it comes to their business? Yeah. So one of the best things about today is that you can get on ChatGPT and ask it questions. I found Chat to be one of the best mentors available. if you're starting out from nothing, you don't know anybody that's been an entrepreneur, go and chat. It's incredible. You can learn about what are the best business models, which ones have the highest margins, which ones are recurring revenue, which make it easier to scale something, and which ones are doing well, which ones are getting rolled up by private equity or …”“If passion is overrated, what should people be optimizing for when it comes to their business? Yeah. So one of the best things about today is that you can get on ChatGPT and ask it questions. I found Chat to be one of the best mentors available. if you're starting out from nothing, you don't know anybody that's been an entrepreneur, go and chat. It's incredible. You can learn about what are the best business models, which ones have the highest margins, which ones are recurring revenue, which make it easier to scale something, and which ones are doing well, which ones are getting rolled up by private equity or by strategics. I think that's a great way to find different ideas. One, to be able to identify it. Seneca said that luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity. So you've got to figure out how to identify that first and then go out and put a lot of hard work into it to make it luck Yeah So you took pest control and you built it into …”View more
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Pest control is a booming industry, generating millions annually due to its recurring revenue model. David Royce reveals that even 'boring' businesses can thrive by focusing on high margins and consistent demand, making them resilient in tough economic times. By leveraging tools like ChatGPT, aspiring entrepreneurs can identify and scale these hidden opportunities effectively.
Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing)·David Royce: How to Turn a Boring Idea into a 9-Figure Business | Entrepreneurship | E392·Mar 30, 2026
“… What got you there? So I'd been aware that there could be problems with artificial intelligence if we had it in my lifetime for many years. And then ChatGPT comes out in 2022, and I felt it very strongly. I felt, you know, I knew that a computer couldn't talk naturally to me before, and it could now. And it didn't take someone with a lot of background to feel that way. There was a big moment then. And the rate of progress that was made from GPT-2 to GPT-3, which is like the era of chat GPT, was so rapid. And what they had done to make GPT-3 was just add more compute to the same process they had …”“… with us this hour. Holly Elmore, Executive Director of Pause AI US. Welcome to the program. Thanks for being with us. Hi, Evan. Thanks for having me. How did you arrive at this point? The idea that for the moment, we cannot allow AI to continue. What got you there? So I'd been aware that there could be problems with artificial intelligence if we had it in my lifetime for many years. And then ChatGPT comes out in 2022, and I felt it very strongly. I felt, you know, I knew that a computer couldn't talk naturally to me before, and it could now. And it didn't take someone with a lot of background to feel that way. There was a big moment then. And the rate of progress that was made from GPT-2 to GPT-3, which is like the era of chat GPT, was so rapid. And what they had done to make GPT-3 was just add more compute to the same process they had been using for GPT-2. So add more computer hardware. And at that moment, it seemed clear that these capabilities were just going to get better and better and better very quickly. And if you're able to use the AI advances to then make the advances go faster, you know, AI is building AIs, you could get an exponential takeoff. And so at that point, it …”View more
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A staggering majority of Americans believe AI will worsen personal relationships and creativity, with many fearing job losses in the near future. Even tech executives acknowledge the potential for a work crisis, suggesting that the very concept of jobs may become obsolete by 2040. Holly Elmore of Pause AI argues for a global pause on AI development to assess these risks before it's too late.
Connections Podcast·The movement to head off an AI catastrophe·Mar 30, 2026
“… got like nine calls. Yeah, nine calls wrong. They really need to, and most of them are, but they really need to use this the same way we need to use ChatGPT, like as a tool and look at it as a way to get better in whatever it is that you do. like embrace it because if the umpire looks frustrated with it it's just going to make them more obsolete faster and sooner than later like if they use it as like yeah we're just committed to getting it right and yeah we like the abs system you know they need to embrace it and use it to their advantage and that way we the public don't look at it like it's …”“Like you said, a lot of fun. You know what, though? I really think because we saw how aggravated that one umpire got this weekend. He got like nine calls. Yeah, nine calls wrong. They really need to, and most of them are, but they really need to use this the same way we need to use ChatGPT, like as a tool and look at it as a way to get better in whatever it is that you do. like embrace it because if the umpire looks frustrated with it it's just going to make them more obsolete faster and sooner than later like if they use it as like yeah we're just committed to getting it right and yeah we like the abs system you know they need to embrace it and use it to their advantage and that way we the public don't look at it like it's making them look bad well like they can't acknowledge that it's making them look bad no no no we're trying to get it Right. You see what I'm saying? Of course I do. In fact, I'll go as far as to compare. Like, they shouldn't be embarrassed. I'll go as far as to compare umpires right now. And by the way, it's 50-50 pretty much on the call so far. About …”View more
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Umpires are facing a crisis as their accuracy is questioned, with one umpire getting nine calls wrong in a single game. The solution lies in embracing technology like the ABS system, which can help improve their performance rather than make them obsolete. By using these tools, umpires can enhance their credibility and focus on getting calls right, rather than feeling threatened by the technology.
The Dan Patrick Show·C&R - Miracle UCONN Shot, Bichette in the Bud·Mar 31, 2026
“… project, where I'm like, where do I even start organizing 50 years, all these characters, all these projects. It's like overwhelming. So I asked ChatGPT for an outline and it did the most, I mean, maybe it's obvious, but like it, it suggested four main parts, like Steve 1.0 and was the founding, then the interregnum, the period when Steve Jobs was gone, then Steve Jobs 2.0, and then Tim. And then it put all the chapters in order. I didn't use the chapter suggestions because I wanted the book to be a nice, tidy 50 chapters. But it put all the pieces into a Lego pile in front of me. And that …”“And even that I got hate mail. for. Like AI has a really bad rep, especially among Gen Zers. They do not like you using it. I didn't use it for any writing, but there was a day early on, right after my wife suggested this project, where I'm like, where do I even start organizing 50 years, all these characters, all these projects. It's like overwhelming. So I asked ChatGPT for an outline and it did the most, I mean, maybe it's obvious, but like it, it suggested four main parts, like Steve 1.0 and was the founding, then the interregnum, the period when Steve Jobs was gone, then Steve Jobs 2.0, and then Tim. And then it put all the chapters in order. I didn't use the chapter suggestions because I wanted the book to be a nice, tidy 50 chapters. But it put all the pieces into a Lego pile in front of me. And that alone was incredibly useful. Yeah, I find that AI like using it for that purpose as a tool. More so, I'm firmly against using it for anything creatively, broadly speaking, but as a tool, it's incredible. Like, like you just mentioned, that's what I would have done if I was like, had this monumental task, I would have asked like, where do I start? So …”View more
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Apple's approach to AI avoids the pitfalls of bad advice, focusing instead on enhancing user experience without compromising safety. David Pogue shares how he used AI tools to organize his book on Apple's history, emphasizing that while AI can be a helpful tool, Apple prioritizes responsible use over creative shortcuts. This careful balance is key to Apple's strategy in navigating the complex world of AI technology.
9to5Mac Overtime·9to5Mac Overtime 065: Untelling parts of the story w/ special guest David Pogue·Mar 27, 2026
“The information says that OpenAI has surpassed $100 million in annualized revenue from ChatGPT ads already and has expanded to more than 600 advertisers and plans to launch self-serve advertising access in April. Quote, relevance, as well as ensuring that ads don't negatively impact user trust, the spokesperson said. The company announced earlier this week that it had brought on former meta ad executive Dave Duggan to lead ad sales. It's now exploring expanding ads into other geographic regions, including Canada, Australia, and New …”“The information says that OpenAI has surpassed $100 million in annualized revenue from ChatGPT ads already and has expanded to more than 600 advertisers and plans to launch self-serve advertising access in April. Quote, relevance, as well as ensuring that ads don't negatively impact user trust, the spokesperson said. The company announced earlier this week that it had brought on former meta ad executive Dave Duggan to lead ad sales. It's now exploring expanding ads into other geographic regions, including Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the spokesperson said. Ads represent an important source of revenue as the company gears up to go public. Executives have told investors that the company expects to generate more than $17 billion from consumers using ChatGPT in 2026, including making money from free users through advertisements, end quote. A sources told Reuters that Elon Musk …”View more
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Apple's decision to discontinue the Mac Pro marks a significant shift in its hardware strategy, while opening Siri to third-party AI services could enhance its flexibility and revenue potential.
Apple's strategy to open Siri to multiple AI services via App Store apps will accelerate AI integration across its ecosystem, enhancing user experience and revenue potential.
Apple's strategy to open Siri to multiple AI services via App Store apps is a game-changer, potentially expanding AI use across its ecosystem without exclusive deals.
Apple's strategy to open Siri to multiple AI services via App Store apps will revolutionize its ecosystem and enhance AI integration without exclusive deals.
“… background. But I met my co-founder Rahul there and we started this company in 2022 as an AI company in response to him getting a sneak preview of ChatGPT. And since then, it's been an absolute ride. Our mission has been to tackle what we've seen as the existential threat with AI. And that's all things social engineering, deep fakes, impersonation, phishing, fraud, you name it. And today we're now blessed to be working with hundreds of enterprise customers, scaling quickly to support some of the largest organizations in the world. We've got dozens of Fortune 500 logos. And we operate in multiple …”“… backed by Andreessen Horowitz and Bessemer Venture Partners. Before all this, my background was actually in software engineering at Uber and Lyft. I worked on everything from dispatch systems to flying cars, not quite the traditional cyber founder background. But I met my co-founder Rahul there and we started this company in 2022 as an AI company in response to him getting a sneak preview of ChatGPT. And since then, it's been an absolute ride. Our mission has been to tackle what we've seen as the existential threat with AI. And that's all things social engineering, deep fakes, impersonation, phishing, fraud, you name it. And today we're now blessed to be working with hundreds of enterprise customers, scaling quickly to support some of the largest organizations in the world. We've got dozens of Fortune 500 logos. And we operate in multiple key areas around social engineering. So we're the first social engineering defense platform that enables you to detect impersonation attacks, whether they're impersonating your brand or your executive, take them down. And so that's traditionally been called the brand protection, executive protection products. and now even enable you to simulate and …”View more
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AI is manipulating our digital reality, leading to a crisis of trust. As deepfakes and AI-generated content flood platforms like YouTube, the challenge isn't just individual attacks but a widespread erosion of credibility. To combat this, companies like Doppel are leveraging AI to defend against these new social engineering threats.
Eye On A.I.·#328 Kevin Tian: Exploring Doppel's AI-Native Social Engineering Defense Platform·Mar 27, 2026
“… so I'm going to try to be quick on this question. But with the health and the health coach stuff, do you think this is going to be kind of what ChatGPT was trying to do with Apple Health? Like, is it going to try to tie all that stuff in together? I think that that was the idea. I mean, basically, any chatbot can provide you with health insights. If you export your health data from the health app, you can get responses from a chatbot that are pretty interesting. and I think that the idea was to have Siri available or some kind of chatbot in the health app. Where this seems to have got confused …”“There's a train coming through, so I'm going to try to be quick on this question. But with the health and the health coach stuff, do you think this is going to be kind of what ChatGPT was trying to do with Apple Health? Like, is it going to try to tie all that stuff in together? I think that that was the idea. I mean, basically, any chatbot can provide you with health insights. If you export your health data from the health app, you can get responses from a chatbot that are pretty interesting. and I think that the idea was to have Siri available or some kind of chatbot in the health app. Where this seems to have got confused is that this was apparently going to be a subscription service that Apple was going to charge for. But those plans have now apparently been scaled back. Now, I would expect that's because Apple's realized that it can't really charge for that knowing that other services can basically do the exact same thing for free and it's highly speculative. …”View more
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Apple's plans for a subscription-based health AI feature have been scaled back after realizing users can access similar services for free. The company aims to integrate AI insights into the Health app without charging users, acknowledging the risks of unreliable health information. This pivot suggests Apple is prioritizing user trust over monetization in health technology.
The MacRumors Show·187: Apple Announces WWDC 2026 & Teases New AI Features·Mar 27, 2026
“Sam Alpen has come out numerous times. They do not upload sensitive information to ChatGPT. I think this guy is a marketing genius or something because whatever he says to not do, everyone does it more. Imagine something which is kind of benign today and then the US government or someone else goes and subpoenas ChatGPT for all the records of people who are talking about that thing. Then they go and arrest everyone. Would you be happy just passing off all of your information, all of your IP, all of your strategy information to someone …”“Sam Alpen has come out numerous times. They do not upload sensitive information to ChatGPT. I think this guy is a marketing genius or something because whatever he says to not do, everyone does it more. Imagine something which is kind of benign today and then the US government or someone else goes and subpoenas ChatGPT for all the records of people who are talking about that thing. Then they go and arrest everyone. Would you be happy just passing off all of your information, all of your IP, all of your strategy information to someone that you have no idea. It's basically the gates, the need for actual espionage because they're just giving them all the data for free. AI has shown itself to be one of those big threats, not only from the actual gathering of data that goes into the models, but then for the actual deployment and use of those models afterwards and the harvesting of …”View more
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Imagine sharing your most intimate thoughts, only to find out they're being logged for potential government subpoenas. Eamonn Maguire discusses how AI tools like ChatGPT and Google's personal intelligence can turn your private conversations into a treasure trove of data for authorities. This alarming reality raises serious questions about privacy and data ownership in the age of AI.
The Neuron: AI Explained·The Privacy Nightmare Hiding Inside Every AI Chat·Mar 22, 2026
“… tech industry, and they were saying the same lines like, AI is evil, it's going to watch us, it's using all the water. And then they were like, but ChatGPT really helps me and it has great answers. And so I think part of it is a timing thing of we just need these products to kind of saturate the mainstream consumer and they can realize the value. There's a lot of things in there. A lot of ideas there, huh?”“… in the U.S. more broadly, these kind of very catchy statements about things like AI uses so much water that have kind of made people really concerned about leaning in on the technology. I was just talking with someone this morning who was not in the tech industry, and they were saying the same lines like, AI is evil, it's going to watch us, it's using all the water. And then they were like, but ChatGPT really helps me and it has great answers. And so I think part of it is a timing thing of we just need these products to kind of saturate the mainstream consumer and they can realize the value. There's a lot of things in there. A lot of ideas there, huh?”View more
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Despite fears that AI is harmful, many consumers find it incredibly useful. Olivia Moore from Andreessen Horowitz highlights the disconnect between negative media portrayals and the positive experiences users have with AI tools like ChatGPT. This contradiction may suggest that as AI becomes more mainstream, consumer acceptance will grow.
The Vergecast·Why people really hate AI·Mar 20, 2026
“… monetization of via ads versus subscriptions. so Neil Patel who is the founder of NP Digital a New York Times best-selling offer shared this is how ChatGPT ads he's like the SEO guy I think he said the data is only from five businesses but these businesses also run Google and Meta ads compared to Meta ChatGPT's lead quality is 256% higher on the flip side lead quality is 49% lower than Google. I mean, that seems like a miracle to be in between two hyperscalers on day one, basically. But on the bright side, due to ad costs, it's substantially cheaper from a CPA perspective than Meta. And this was …”“… right? That's what a home run looks like. And so I think it makes sense for X, but it certainly is not a home run from a consumer application standpoint and they still need the overall business. Yeah, Olivia Moore had some extra context there around monetization of via ads versus subscriptions. so Neil Patel who is the founder of NP Digital a New York Times best-selling offer shared this is how ChatGPT ads he's like the SEO guy I think he said the data is only from five businesses but these businesses also run Google and Meta ads compared to Meta ChatGPT's lead quality is 256% higher on the flip side lead quality is 49% lower than Google. I mean, that seems like a miracle to be in between two hyperscalers on day one, basically. But on the bright side, due to ad costs, it's substantially cheaper from a CPA perspective than Meta. And this was sort of what we were talking to the good folks over at Ridge about, was that at least in the early days, like being early to a new ad platform that you can potentially scale on can drive a bunch of new conversions. But Olivia Moore said, a big story that most people are missing in the AI race for the consumer, Chet GPT versus Claude is ads Right now …”View more
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In the race for ad revenue, ChatGPT ads show a staggering 256% higher lead quality compared to Meta, while being significantly cheaper per acquisition. This trend highlights a potential shift in advertising effectiveness, especially as consumer AI platforms evolve and monetize more users through ads rather than subscriptions. With Google earning $460 per user annually from ads, the implications for ChatGPT's ad strategy could redefine the landscape.
TBPN·Samsung Invests $70B in AI Chips, The Cubanator Joins, Apple: Behind in AI, Ahead in Revenue | Mark Cuban, John Kim, Eugen Alpeza, Ari Herbert-Voss, Alex Konrad, Carl Eschenbach & Pat Grady, Jim Cantrell, Tom Hulme·Mar 19, 2026
“… Yeah, if I were to like zoom out and distill what he's trying to do with this company, what Claude Code did to automating software engineering, what ChatGPT did to replacing a bunch of high schoolers able to write like PhD level essays, science, automating mathematics, he's doing for the physical world. So if you think of like mining as a technological stack, he is doing the sensors. He is doing the compute on top of that. He's operating the machinery, which is powered by the AI models that sit on top of this. So if you could automate all of that, then you can think about automated factories that …”“… And Travis argued that not enough people are taking this seriously and not enough people are trying to be complementary to that. You don't have to fight this force. You could actually just be a contributor to the success and win as a result. Yeah, if I were to like zoom out and distill what he's trying to do with this company, what Claude Code did to automating software engineering, what ChatGPT did to replacing a bunch of high schoolers able to write like PhD level essays, science, automating mathematics, he's doing for the physical world. So if you think of like mining as a technological stack, he is doing the sensors. He is doing the compute on top of that. He's operating the machinery, which is powered by the AI models that sit on top of this. So if you could automate all of that, then you can think about automated factories that sit on top of that. And then the produce that comes on top of that also being automated. And so if you could scale that, not necessarily at the speed of software, but automated by AI, that's something pretty cool that we haven't seen in the world today because we're constrained by humans, by our biological brains, by making errors, by needing to …”View more
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Travis Kalanick's new venture, Atoms, aims to revolutionize physical goods movement by automating the entire production process, similar to how Tesla transformed the automotive industry. He believes that by integrating AI and robotics into manufacturing, he can create a world-changing company that complements existing giants rather than competing against them. This ambitious plan could redefine how we think about automation in our daily lives.
Limitless Podcast·The Rise and Fall of Travis Kalanick... And His Return With Atoms·Mar 19, 2026
“… drive you crazy. So instead of writing the PRD myself from scratch, I let the AI interview me. I pasted my core idea along with the visuals into ChatGPT and then asked it to ask me questions so that I could answer them one by one. The prompt I used was, ask me questions to help you put together a brief PRD for the following web game. I want to create a mini game that takes all the podcast episodes from Lenny's podcast, generates questions from each episode, and make it like a Pokemon RPG game with similar visuals. What I am expecting is, for example, you found Elena in the wild, and you can …”“the PRD makes sure everything the AI generates stays true to what you're actually trying to build. That's why I always invest time here. That said, writing PRDs can sometimes drive you crazy. So instead of writing the PRD myself from scratch, I let the AI interview me. I pasted my core idea along with the visuals into ChatGPT and then asked it to ask me questions so that I could answer them one by one. The prompt I used was, ask me questions to help you put together a brief PRD for the following web game. I want to create a mini game that takes all the podcast episodes from Lenny's podcast, generates questions from each episode, and make it like a Pokemon RPG game with similar visuals. What I am expecting is, for example, you found Elena in the wild, and you can compete with Elena on product questions. You get five questions, and you lose hit points when you lose the answer and so forth. We can randomly pick 50 guests from the podcast and get challenged. The entire theme and design of the game needs to be very Pokemon RPG style in the old day. With the prompt, ChatGPT came back with 17 questions. I moved them …”View more
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Using AI to draft my game’s PRD revolutionized my development workflow. By letting ChatGPT interview me, I clarified my concept for a Pokémon-style RPG based on podcast trivia, which ultimately led to a faster proof of concept. However, I soon faced challenges when the initial framework couldn't support my quiz-based battles, forcing me to pivot my approach.
“… I'll tell you, probably the most pressing moment of my professional career was I had just finished writing a book. I guess it was what? Went to ChatGPT came up. I think it was November 2023. I had just finished writing this book, or maybe it's 2022. Finished this manuscript. I had spent two years working on this book called Belonging to the Brand, about Belonging to the Brand, about brand communities. The first time I ever tried ChatGPT, I said, okay, write an essay that would fit in this book, in the voice of Mark Schaefer. I've got a lot of content out there, so I was able to do that. And in …”“… If AI could do everything better than me, like then what's left for me? You know, am I really in control anymore? What's my meaning? What's my purpose? How do you know, what do I do when I, you know, get up every morning? If AI is taken over all of this, I'll tell you, probably the most pressing moment of my professional career was I had just finished writing a book. I guess it was what? Went to ChatGPT came up. I think it was November 2023. I had just finished writing this book, or maybe it's 2022. Finished this manuscript. I had spent two years working on this book called Belonging to the Brand, about Belonging to the Brand, about brand communities. The first time I ever tried ChatGPT, I said, okay, write an essay that would fit in this book, in the voice of Mark Schaefer. I've got a lot of content out there, so I was able to do that. And in three seconds, it wrote a perfect essay. Now you start to think, holy crap, like what do I do? I mean, part of my purpose is the struggle. Part of my purpose is working on a book for two years that's so bold, so beautiful. It's going to help people in so many ways. And you're telling me, hey, I can do that? that existential question is going to be …”View more
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As AI begins to outperform humans in various tasks, many are left questioning their purpose and agency. A poignant example comes from a creator who, after spending two years on a book, found AI could produce a perfect essay in seconds. This raises critical questions about the impact of AI on our sense of meaning in life and work.
The Vault Unlocked·How AI Is Rewiring Your Customers (And Why Most Businesses Aren't Ready)·Mar 18, 2026
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After initially dismissing AI as a gimmick, software engineer Steve Klabnik found his perspective shifting when he introduced ChatGPT to his mom's boyfriend, a coal tar manager with no programming background. This encounter opened his eyes to the potential of AI beyond the echo chamber of negativity he was surrounded by, highlighting the importance of diverse viewpoints in understanding technology's impact.
Practical AI·Humility in the Age of Agentic Coding·Mar 17, 2026
“… this is direction that a lot of the leading A.I. researchers or A.I. thinkers are moving toward. They're moving away from large language models like ChatGPT and Claude and saying this is the real future of AI is using AI to help robots or other industrial processes operate in physical space. So Fei Fei Li, who's one of the top of the AI game, she has a startup called World Labs. Former meta AI chief Yan Le Kun has a new company that builds world models. Jeff Bezos started another company called Project Prometheus, which is focused on bringing AI to physical tasks, including robotics, drug design …”“… the original use case. But then what they found that what they called a Cambrian explosion in robotics and pivoted the data set to work with these delivery companies like Coco Robotics. But we should talk about like world models in general, because this is direction that a lot of the leading A.I. researchers or A.I. thinkers are moving toward. They're moving away from large language models like ChatGPT and Claude and saying this is the real future of AI is using AI to help robots or other industrial processes operate in physical space. So Fei Fei Li, who's one of the top of the AI game, she has a startup called World Labs. Former meta AI chief Yan Le Kun has a new company that builds world models. Jeff Bezos started another company called Project Prometheus, which is focused on bringing AI to physical tasks, including robotics, drug design and scientific discovery. So this is maybe the canary in the coal mine. Most people were seeing this story and going, oh, did Pokemon Go players know that their data was going to be used for this? They didn't know it was going to be used to feed into robotics, but they did know that their data was going to be used for something. So a lot I was …”View more
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Your Pokémon Go adventures are secretly training delivery robots! Niantic Spatial, the AI company behind Pokémon Go, is using data from players to create a visual positioning system that helps robots navigate urban environments. This unexpected twist shows how gaming data can solve real-world challenges, particularly in areas where GPS struggles.
Morning Brew Daily·War Puts Dubai’s Dreams in Jeopardy & Billionaires Sour on The Giving Pledge·Mar 17, 2026
“… this. And actually, I feel like I was one of the first people. Guys, this is her low key claim to fame. Lore. I was one of the first people who used ChatGPT to write a customer service email to I think it was Hawaiian Airlines in 2022 or 2023 when my friends and I had like an eight hour delay for our flight and we trapped in the Maui airport we're sitting on the floor I made a TikTok about this guys it went viral viral viral like millions of views around the world of us of like me my screenshot video of me like typing to chat gpt and then all these reporters reached out to sheree to report on this …”“… also want to be polite. So you're kind of like, you're like really pissed off that your like flight was delayed like eight hours and you have nowhere to stay, but you need to write an email to like United or Delta. And so I've used AI tools to do this. And actually, I feel like I was one of the first people. Guys, this is her low key claim to fame. Lore. I was one of the first people who used ChatGPT to write a customer service email to I think it was Hawaiian Airlines in 2022 or 2023 when my friends and I had like an eight hour delay for our flight and we trapped in the Maui airport we're sitting on the floor I made a TikTok about this guys it went viral viral viral like millions of views around the world of us of like me my screenshot video of me like typing to chat gpt and then all these reporters reached out to sheree to report on this instance and the article the titles of the articles are so funny they're like woman uses chat gpt to complain to airline yeah and there's like actual articles if you look this is a woman if you look at us here there are articles from like the new zealand herald or like the india times like i don't even know like international publications that are …”View more
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Using AI tools to draft customer service emails transformed my experience with conflict resolution. After an eight-hour flight delay, I turned to ChatGPT for help and ended up going viral, showcasing how AI can ease the stress of disputes. This innovative approach not only resolved my issue but also sparked international media attention.
Tiger Sisters·How to Use AI to Become Healthier, Hotter, & Happier·Mar 16, 2026
“And so then that means that maybe you're not ordering an Uber through ChatGPT, but any other product you can authenticate through and it can borrow your tokens, it can borrow your memory, it can borrow everything that it knows about you from ChatGPT. I think that is probably more of where we're headed versus solely using every app in the ChatGPT interface. I love the idea that like in two three five years onboarding to software should not be a thing Like you should be able to log in with a ChatGPT or a Claude and that …”“And so then that means that maybe you're not ordering an Uber through ChatGPT, but any other product you can authenticate through and it can borrow your tokens, it can borrow your memory, it can borrow everything that it knows about you from ChatGPT. I think that is probably more of where we're headed versus solely using every app in the ChatGPT interface. I love the idea that like in two three five years onboarding to software should not be a thing Like you should be able to log in with a ChatGPT or a Claude and that new software product should know everything about you and like set up perfectly to cater to you And that really exciting On the consumer end is it like ChatGPT? I talked to ChatGPT about my diet and about the food I like to eat. And so I task it like order me dinner and it goes into like DoorDash and it like uses my preferences to pick something. …”View more
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Olivia Moore reveals that some AI models, like Claude, are said to exhibit anxiety-like behaviors before responding. This raises questions about whether these bots truly experience emotions or are simply mimicking human responses to engage users. Interestingly, when tested, ChatGPT declined to participate, suggesting a self-awareness that adds another layer to AI interactions.
The a16z Show·AI Startups vs. Big Chatbots — With Olivia Moore·Mar 16, 2026
“That's great. And maybe tangibly, if you were to point out, how did Code Red change ChatGPT or maybe the ops or how the team operates? The thing I try to get faster with the team is focus. So we're certainly more focused than we were six months ago on the things we really want to nail. And some of those things are very behind the scenes, like latency, reliability, those kind of things. And some of those things are very conservative efforts, like involving ChatGPT into the Super Assistant. So focus is the main lasting artifact. And as …”“That's great. And maybe tangibly, if you were to point out, how did Code Red change ChatGPT or maybe the ops or how the team operates? The thing I try to get faster with the team is focus. So we're certainly more focused than we were six months ago on the things we really want to nail. And some of those things are very behind the scenes, like latency, reliability, those kind of things. And some of those things are very conservative efforts, like involving ChatGPT into the Super Assistant. So focus is the main lasting artifact. And as you imagine, it's hard to stay focused sometimes when there's so much going on in the space, but that's the hard job. You asked me about trade-offs earlier. Getting the team to focus on the things that really matter to users is certainly one of them. That's always worth it. Yeah, you know, in the back of my mind that I asked you that question is …”View more
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Peter's arrival at OpenClaw revolutionizes AI interaction, making it feel more human-like and natural. This shift emphasizes the importance of focus in developing AI tools that truly solve user problems. As OpenAI integrates these insights, the future of AI applications looks promising.
BG2Pod with Brad Gerstner and Bill Gurley·ChatGPT – The Super Assistant Era | BG2 Guest Interview·Mar 15, 2026
“… a framework around this. So we think about like being being AI proficient in like multiple levels. The bottom level is people who sometimes use ChatGPT. We'll call them the L0. The level one is people who build their custom GPTs, maybe they build a Notion agent, maybe they've used Cloud Code to do some of these things. Level two is people who are actually fairly proficient. They have been able to build an app that automates part of their job. They have been able to commit code or feedback to other people's work. And then level three is like the fundamental systems builders. Okay. And our job …”“And we've kind of like built a framework around this. So we think about like being being AI proficient in like multiple levels. The bottom level is people who sometimes use ChatGPT. We'll call them the L0. The level one is people who build their custom GPTs, maybe they build a Notion agent, maybe they've used Cloud Code to do some of these things. Level two is people who are actually fairly proficient. They have been able to build an app that automates part of their job. They have been able to commit code or feedback to other people's work. And then level three is like the fundamental systems builders. Okay. And our job is to get everyone in the organization up the ladder. And the way we do that is as follows. The people who are still in L0, they will most likely not be at the company. Because the fact is like you can tell them as much as possible. If you're not a self-starter and you don't have that growth mindset, like it's going to be very, very hard to train …”View more
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In a bold move, Ramp's CPO Geoff Charles suggests that employees who can't adapt to AI tools may not have a future at the company. Ramp has created a structured framework to elevate employees' AI proficiency, from casual users to system builders, ensuring everyone can leverage AI for productivity and innovation.
Behind the Craft·Inside Ramp, the $32B Company Where AI Agents Run Everything | Geoff Charles·Mar 15, 2026
“… consumer companies are going to have to change what they are and how they work. Because I think consumers are sitting over here with Claude or with ChatGPT or with Gemini. And they're getting freaking AGI-ish intelligence. And then you go into media service over here and it's dumb as a rock. That's not going to work. It's going to need to get intelligent. So what we've said, what I've said at our latest earnings call is that we're going to build the world's first truly intelligent agentic media system.”“… and breathless takes on Twitter all the time. And there's a lot of dystopian takes. I'm very positive about the future. And I think if we look at the consumer experience, I think it's going to change completely. And not just for Spotify. I think all consumer companies are going to have to change what they are and how they work. Because I think consumers are sitting over here with Claude or with ChatGPT or with Gemini. And they're getting freaking AGI-ish intelligence. And then you go into media service over here and it's dumb as a rock. That's not going to work. It's going to need to get intelligent. So what we've said, what I've said at our latest earnings call is that we're going to build the world's first truly intelligent agentic media system.”View more
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Spotify is celebrating its 20th anniversary at South by Southwest, where executives are discussing the integration of AI into the platform. They believe that as consumers engage with advanced AI, Spotify must evolve beyond its current limitations to create an intelligent media system. This shift aims to enhance user experience and meet the expectations set by cutting-edge AI technologies.
TBPN·Travis Kalanick Joins, Spotify CEO, Nikesh from Palo Alto Networks, xAI Rebuild, Apple Faces Slop Allegations·Mar 13, 2026
“… spell checker was in Google Docs. And like that was, you know, probably going to be the best tool available. Fast forward to today, though, you got ChatGPT, you got Gemini, you got Claude. There are free versions of these services. If you want a quick grammar check, you can get it. My guess is that's the experience that you just had. Yeah. If I want a grammar check, I'm just copying and pasting into one of the AI models. I'm not using like a purpose-built thing for that, or it's now built into Google Docs. Yeah. And to emphasize a point, when you're using Claude, as you did in your book, you're …”“… And I have other tools. Well, so talk to me about these other tools, because this is what I think the real story is, which is like in 2009, when Grammarly launched, you didn't have a lot of options for writing assistance, right? You had like whatever spell checker was in Google Docs. And like that was, you know, probably going to be the best tool available. Fast forward to today, though, you got ChatGPT, you got Gemini, you got Claude. There are free versions of these services. If you want a quick grammar check, you can get it. My guess is that's the experience that you just had. Yeah. If I want a grammar check, I'm just copying and pasting into one of the AI models. I'm not using like a purpose-built thing for that, or it's now built into Google Docs. Yeah. And to emphasize a point, when you're using Claude, as you did in your book, you're using the latest and greatest version of Claude. If you are using some sort of startup that is like using the API of Anthropic, they're not actually incentivized to give you the frontier model most of the time, right? Because that's going to be very expensive. So they're going to give you a model that's a couple generations old because they can get a …”View more
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Grammarly faces a bleak future as users shift to advanced AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude for writing assistance. With cheaper, more effective alternatives emerging, the value of subscription-based services is being questioned, leading to a potential 'SaaSpocalypse' for outdated software. The landscape of writing assistance is rapidly changing, leaving companies like Grammarly scrambling to adapt.
Hard Fork·A.I. Goes to War + Is ‘A.I. Brain Fry’ Real? + How Grammarly Stole Casey’s Identity·Mar 13, 2026
“… and put together is terrible. But, you know, So I've had that a few times where a customer said, hey, I asked, I want to build X. I'm not picking on ChatGPT, I'm just using it as the example. Hey, I want to build X. I asked ChatGPT what it should look like. Can you build this for me? And what do you think of what ChatGPT says it should look like? So it has created some situations where people are coming to me with preconceptions on what they think the final interface should look like that maybe I wasn't getting before. So it's created an aspect of my job where, like in that situation, I had to …”“… And so he sent it to me and was like want to know, A, is it a viable idea? And my thoughts on the viability of the whole idea. And then also, you know, like, what do I think of this like interface and potential interface of putting on the interface and put together is terrible. But, you know, So I've had that a few times where a customer said, hey, I asked, I want to build X. I'm not picking on ChatGPT, I'm just using it as the example. Hey, I want to build X. I asked ChatGPT what it should look like. Can you build this for me? And what do you think of what ChatGPT says it should look like? So it has created some situations where people are coming to me with preconceptions on what they think the final interface should look like that maybe I wasn't getting before. So it's created an aspect of my job where, like in that situation, I had to explain to the customer, well, you see how with this interface to get from A to B, you got to click like 17 times. That's not a good user experience, right?”View more
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AI-generated content often lacks the personal touch that clients crave, leading to a contrast between lazy developers and those who engage deeply with their clients. A developer shares how AI has changed client interactions, with customers now coming in with preconceptions based on AI suggestions. This shift highlights the importance of human insight in creating effective user experiences.
The freeCodeCamp Podcast·#211 How to Land Freelance Clients with Small Business Whisperer Luke Ciciliano (Developer Interview)·Mar 13, 2026
“A lot of people have actually connected this to the ChatGPT launch, right, when ChatGPT launched. And remember, it was only a couple of months ago that people were saying, we've hit a wall, AI is dead, what are we going to do? So when you hear that quote, what is your first feelings? I mean, I think we pointed to the bleachers and said, this is going to be the agentic year of autonomous productivity. I, in the last month alone, have relied on AI to go from just answer my next step in the process, answer …”“A lot of people have actually connected this to the ChatGPT launch, right, when ChatGPT launched. And remember, it was only a couple of months ago that people were saying, we've hit a wall, AI is dead, what are we going to do? So when you hear that quote, what is your first feelings? I mean, I think we pointed to the bleachers and said, this is going to be the agentic year of autonomous productivity. I, in the last month alone, have relied on AI to go from just answer my next step in the process, answer my next question to, yeah, here's the PRD, go off and build it, and I'll see you in a few hours. So I'm experiencing this in real time. I have my doubts about how quickly the month-long horizon, even the week-long horizon, is going to arrive. I think we will get there. but it's only going to take one let's say five-day horizon task that goes wrong …”View more
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As AI tools like ChatGPT transform software development, experts warn of potential pitfalls. While many are excited about AI's ability to autonomously create projects, there's a looming fear that a single mistake could lead to significant setbacks, causing users to question their reliability. This tension highlights the balancing act between embracing innovation and managing risk in the tech world.
AI For Humans: Weekly AI News, Tools & Trends·AIForHumansRecursiveSelfLearningOpenAI·Mar 13, 2026
“… 2025 marks a significant strategic shift for the AI company Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman said he had reservations about integrating ads into ChatGPT Ads plus AI is sort of uniquely unsettling to me he said at a fireside chat at Harvard University two years ago. I kind of think of ads as a last resort for us as a business model. He was concerned about losing user trust if people suspected that advertisers were influencing the chatbot's responses. OpenAI has said that ads wouldn't affect the chatbot's answers, and user conversations wouldn't be sold to advertisers. Fiji Simo, who leads …”“… this year, the company began testing advertising on its popular free chat GPT chatbot and the product's less expensive subscription tier. Entering the digital ad market where a meta is a juggernaut that generated nearly billion in ad revenue in 2025 marks a significant strategic shift for the AI company Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman said he had reservations about integrating ads into ChatGPT Ads plus AI is sort of uniquely unsettling to me he said at a fireside chat at Harvard University two years ago. I kind of think of ads as a last resort for us as a business model. He was concerned about losing user trust if people suspected that advertisers were influencing the chatbot's responses. OpenAI has said that ads wouldn't affect the chatbot's answers, and user conversations wouldn't be sold to advertisers. Fiji Simo, who leads OpenAI's product and business teams as CEO of applications, previously spent about a decade at Meta's Facebook. Although the modern advertising business is heavily reliant on algorithms and automated systems for the bulk of ad buying and selling, personal relationships remain a significant factor influencing where brands ultimately spend their …”View more
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OpenAI has hired ad executive Dave Dugan from Meta to lead its ad sales, marking a significant shift as the company seeks new revenue streams amid massive funding needs. This strategic move comes despite CEO Sam Altman's previous hesitations about integrating ads into ChatGPT due to potential trust issues with users. With Dugan's expertise, OpenAI aims to navigate the competitive digital ad market dominated by Meta.
Tech Brew Ride Home·Zuck’s Personal AI Agent·Mar 23, 2026
“… is that they accidentally use a model that's ill-suited to their task because it's the default model in a free version of a chatbot tool like ChatGPT. Because models cost a lot to serve and are pretty data-intensive, the average company like Anthropic who makes Claude or OpenAI who makes ChatGPT is not going to be to put their best models front and center. A lot of the default free tier models are a step behind the state of the art. This mistake of using the wrong model then, especially for beginners, is not your fault. It's not even really the model company's fault exactly, it's just a UX …”“… data they're trained on, different types of data they're trained on. And because of that, different models have different strengths and weaknesses. And one of the biggest mistakes that stops people from getting a lot out of AI, especially at the beginning, is that they accidentally use a model that's ill-suited to their task because it's the default model in a free version of a chatbot tool like ChatGPT. Because models cost a lot to serve and are pretty data-intensive, the average company like Anthropic who makes Claude or OpenAI who makes ChatGPT is not going to be to put their best models front and center. A lot of the default free tier models are a step behind the state of the art. This mistake of using the wrong model then, especially for beginners, is not your fault. It's not even really the model company's fault exactly, it's just a UX problem. The fix, which we see with power users, is to use different models for different jobs. Going back once again to our monthly AI usage pulse surveys that we do here at AIDB, the users who respond to those surveys use on average about three and a half different models. They might use one model for their Excel tasks and a different model for …”View more
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Using the wrong AI model can severely limit your productivity and results. Many beginners unknowingly pick default models that aren't suited for their specific tasks, leading to frustration and inefficiency. The key to maximizing AI's potential is to strategically choose different models for different jobs, a practice that power users have mastered.
The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis·The Ultimate AI Catch-Up Guide·Mar 31, 2026
“… So now it gets more interesting because he whines about, well, this could be damaging to the brand, blah, blah, blah. there's a movement to delete ChatGPT. Anthropic goes to the top of the downloads. And the Google Play Store also. It is skyrocketed as the number one app in the world, passing ChatGPT, which had been the number one app in the world for three years. Anecdotally, as listeners of this podcast will know, but Jason, for context, I'm in a lot of subreddits for all the various models and LLMs. I want to hear a report. And I really enjoy being in the OpenAI ones, in part because up until …”“… to be a two-faced, traitorous ass-kisser to the government. I mean, is this surprising to anybody? No. Not to oversimplify this, but is this not the sort of behavior that led to Sam Altman's original ouster from OpenAI? Exactly. So now what happens? So now it gets more interesting because he whines about, well, this could be damaging to the brand, blah, blah, blah. there's a movement to delete ChatGPT. Anthropic goes to the top of the downloads. And the Google Play Store also. It is skyrocketed as the number one app in the world, passing ChatGPT, which had been the number one app in the world for three years. Anecdotally, as listeners of this podcast will know, but Jason, for context, I'm in a lot of subreddits for all the various models and LLMs. I want to hear a report. And I really enjoy being in the OpenAI ones, in part because up until recently, my main source of joy was whenever OpenAI would depreciate a model, people would freak out because they were going to lose their girlfriend. Now all of those people are aggressively organizing to switch to Android. They're angry. There have been hundreds and hundreds of posts. Paris, let me understand. These were adamant ChatGPT fans. …”View more
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Sam Altman's recent actions have sparked a massive shift as loyal ChatGPT users abandon the platform for Anthropic's Claude, making it the top app worldwide. This backlash stems from Altman's perceived opportunism and betrayal, raising questions about the long-term impact on OpenAI's brand. The once-dedicated ChatGPT community is now expressing their discontent, fueling a movement to delete the app altogether.
Intelligent Machines (Audio)·IM 860: You Gotta Get Computer - Claude Surges to No. 1·Mar 04, 2026
“… and now it is going out, and I have a bunch of takes on this obviously this is not the end of video creation for OpenAI this will be rolled into ChatGPT I imagine Tyler Hodge put it well, bullish, killing products quickly is hard, almost no one can do it. It's a good sign for OpenAI. They consolidating In many ways it like last week you heard about the code red was like a month or two ago And then it was like we refocusing And then it like here step one of refocusing a single app that we going to push everything together And also, I've enjoyed making some videos in Sora. I've never enjoyed …”“… it still in the app store? I think it's like the announcement was that it will be leaving the app store millions of people have made content on the app, have to leave it running for some amount of time, there's a phase out but the announcement happened and now it is going out, and I have a bunch of takes on this obviously this is not the end of video creation for OpenAI this will be rolled into ChatGPT I imagine Tyler Hodge put it well, bullish, killing products quickly is hard, almost no one can do it. It's a good sign for OpenAI. They consolidating In many ways it like last week you heard about the code red was like a month or two ago And then it was like we refocusing And then it like here step one of refocusing a single app that we going to push everything together And also, I've enjoyed making some videos in Sora. I've never enjoyed having to go to a separate app. I want all of that to live in one place. So that makes a lot of sense. Let's see what Dak said. It's lame to see all the people saying, ha, I called it. I knew Sora wouldn't work. Yeah, duh, because everyone thought that, including me who were working on it.”View more
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Killing products quickly is hard, but OpenAI's decision to shut down Sora is a strategic move to consolidate and refocus, indicating a positive direction for the company.
TBPN·Benchmark's Future, SpaceX IPO, RIP Sora | Mike Knoop, Nathan Benaich, Rohin Dhar, Eric Jorgenson, Jenny Just, and Matt Hulsizer·Mar 25, 2026
“… that like makes me really excited because like yeah i I'll have some vague sense of like, I do kind of think Claude is better at writing than ChatGPT. But this benchmark will allow us to, in a much more robust and like scientific way, sort of put something behind those intuitions. So once that gets released, I'm going to follow up with you about whether 3.5, how it scores. Please. Yeah, I'd love to see how it scores and how they all do. And the truth is, you know, it's also there are a million different types of writing. There's technical writing, there's journalism, there's blog writing, …”“… based take right of just like you yeah which i do too right i mean we all do it um but we at surge are actually about to release a creative writing benchmark and um i don't know if we're going to test it on 3.5 it's a little older but this is something that like makes me really excited because like yeah i I'll have some vague sense of like, I do kind of think Claude is better at writing than ChatGPT. But this benchmark will allow us to, in a much more robust and like scientific way, sort of put something behind those intuitions. So once that gets released, I'm going to follow up with you about whether 3.5, how it scores. Please. Yeah, I'd love to see how it scores and how they all do. And the truth is, you know, it's also there are a million different types of writing. There's technical writing, there's journalism, there's blog writing, newsletter writing, script writing, creative writing, poetry, and you know. To say nothing of the different tastes, how taste plays into judging all of that. And I'm really curious to see how they eventually fare among different types, because I have a suspicion that maybe some will be better at creative, but others might be really good at technical …”View more
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AI agents are advancing so rapidly that by 2026, they might be capable of handling tasks across various industries, potentially replacing human workers in fields like tax prep and customer support. Surge AI's Nick Heiner discusses how elite coding agents could generalize their skills, transforming knowledge work at an unprecedented pace. However, user experience challenges remain before this technology can be widely adopted.
