EP 149 : OpenAI + Jony Ive: The $6.5B AI Hardware Bet, Mistral Coding, Shopify AI, Google I/O & More
Welcome to the latest AI Brief episode! Dive into the biggest AI news today. OpenAI makes a massive $6.5B acquisition, buying Jony Ive's AI device startup, io, to build a new generation of AI-powered devices that move "beyond screens". Sam Altman is already calling a prototype the "coolest piece of technology the world will have ever seen", merging design genius with AI ambition. We also cover Mistral's return to open source with Devstral, a powerful coding model capable of running on laptops. Plus, explore Shopify's new AI-powered features, including an automated store builder and upgrades to its Sidekick AI assistant for merchants. Catch up on highlights from Google I/O, including the efficient Gemma 3n model and discussions around AGI goals. Airtable CEO Howie Liu shares insights on how AI is reshaping databases and productivity workflows. Stay updated on ByteDance BAGEL, xAI Live Search API, OpenAI's Stargate data center project, and more essential AI updates.Finally, discover today's trending AI tools to boost your productivity. Don't miss this packed episode!
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EP 148 : Google I/O Unleashes Gemini, Search, New Creative AI, & FutureHouse Science
Get ready for a deep dive into the biggest AI news dominating the tech world today. We're breaking down the massive announcements from Google I/O, including the significant upgrades to Gemini and Gemma models, the evolution of AI Mode in Search with agentic capabilities and new features like Deep Search and virtual try-on. Discover Google's cutting-edge suite of creative AI tools, featuring the new Veo 3 video model with synchronized audio and the high-quality Imagen 4 for images.Plus, hear about a groundbreaking moment in research: FutureHouse's multi-agent AI system "Robin" making its first major scientific discovery — identifying a promising new treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration.We'll also cover other essential updates from across the AI landscape, including Tencent's AI game production engine, Google's Beam for 3D video calls, OpenAI's Codex coding agent in ChatGPT, and Apple's strategy for developers. Stay tuned for a look at the top trending AI tools to boost your productivity, like GitHub Copilot, NotebookLM, Omni, and more. Tune in for your daily dose of AI insights!
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EP 147 : Microsoft AI: Agentic Web, Science R&D Boost, Spatial Audio & Siri Update
Microsoft kicked off its Build 2025 event with a major announcement, sharing their vision for an open agentic web and unveiling powerful new AI agents and developer tools like upgrades to GitHub Copilot and the open-source Magentic-UI. We'll also explore Microsoft's new AI science R&D platform, Discovery, which uses AI "postdoc" agents to accelerate scientific findings dramatically. Discover the innovative AI headphones developed by University of Washington researchers that can translate multiple speakers simultaneously while preserving spatial location and voice characteristics. Hear about the latest on Apple's efforts to refresh Siri with AI, Flowith's introduction of an "infinite AI agent", and updates on xAI's Grok 3. Plus, we'll cover more news from OpenAI, Nvidia, Google's NoteBookLM, and highlight some trending AI tools like Notion AI, Codex, and Durable AI. Tune in for your essential daily update on everything happening in the world of AI!
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EP 146 : AI Ads Revolution: Netflix & YouTube Integrate AI + Agents Build Norms
First up, discover how tech giants Google and Netflix are leveraging AI for video advertising, including YouTube's "Peak Points" and Netflix's AI-generated ads. Then, dive into fascinating AI research revealing that AI agents can develop their own social norms through interaction. Get the latest updates from OpenAI, including details on their massive AI campus project, plus insights on GPT-5. We'll also cover news from xAI's Grok, innovative applications like an AI doctor, new creative AI models, and the newest trending AI tools to boost productivity. Stay informed on the dynamic world of AI!
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EP 145 : Orbital AI Supercomputer, Anime AI Integration, XRP No-Code Bots, Gold from Lead & More!
In this episode, we delve into China's ambitious orbital AI supercomputer network, the first phase of the Three-Body Computing Constellation, designed for revolutionary real-time space processing. We'll discuss its capabilities, including powerful AI models and high-speed communication.Next, we turn our attention to Toei Animation, the legendary studio behind Dragon Ball and One Piece, and their plans to integrate AI into animation production. Learn how they aim to use AI for storyboarding, coloring, and more, and the important industry discussions this move has sparked.We also explore Nimanode's innovative launch: the first no-code AI agent platform built on the XRP Ledger. Discover how this platform democratizes AI-powered blockchain automation, enabling users to create intelligent agents for DeFi, smart contracts, and decentralized support without coding.Plus, we cover other fascinating updates from the world of science and technology, including the latest in Urban Air Mobility, the accidental turning of lead into gold by physicists, the creation of super-strong 'Superwood', and the unexpected return of a long-lost Soviet spacecraft. Finally, we'll highlight some trending AI tools that can boost your productivity. Tune in for all these insights and more on AI Brief!
AI Brief is your daily podcast for staying ahead in the fast-moving world of artificial intelligence. Whether you’re an AI enthusiast, a professional, or just curious about how AI shapes our future, we bring you the latest news, cutting-edge tools, and actionable strategies to boost your productivity and career.
Created by MonPod, a Cloud Architect and AI enthusiast, this podcast was born from a personal passion to stay updated on AI advancements. As an audio learner, I decided to share these insights with you, using the power of AI tools like Google NotebookLM to craft each episode.
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