Afleveringen
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Anthropic just published an interesting report on how people are using AI in the real world by analyzing millions of real conversions on their Claude.ai platform. In this episode, we'll discuss some of the key findings in the report, for example, who's using AI the most (hint: software developers) and how they are using it.
If you'd like to read the full report, it is here:
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OpenAI recently introduced Operator (https://openai.com/index/introducing-operator/), an AI agent that can use its own browser to perform tasks for you. Anthropic has a similar product called computer use (https://www.anthropic.com/news/3-5-models-and-computer-use), and there are open source projects like browser-use (https://github.com/browser-use/browser-use). In this episode, we take a look at the technology behind the so-called Computer Using Agents (CUA), their use cases, limitations and the challenges ahead.
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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In this episode, we dive into DeepSeek, the hottest AI company making waves in the industry right now. We'll explore the company's origin story, discuss what's unique about its v3 and R1 models, and why DeepSeek is able to train these models at a fraction of the cost compared to traditional methods.
If you are interested in learning more about DeepSeek and its models, we've included some references to satisfy your curious mind:
- DeepSeek v3 Technical Report: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2412.19437
- DeepSeek R1: https://github.com/deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-R1
- SemiAnalysis' analysis: https://semianalysis.com/2025/01/31/deepseek-debates/
- Founder's interview: https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/two-interviews-with-the-founder-of-deepseek -
In this episode, let's talk about Replicate, a company on a mission to make running AI models as simple as making an API call. We'll discuss its origins, the business model, its strong ties to the open source movement, and some potential challenges.
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In this episode, we look at another AI coding assistant - Lovable. It got so popular that it was shut down by github early this month (https://lovable.dev/news/github-incident-2025-01-02). What can it do and how does it compare to other AI coding assistants?
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In this episode, we discuss Devin AI, a $2B company developing an AI-powered coding assistant, a.k.a. AI Software Engineer. Its demos are impressive, but is it real or just a toy? Can it handle real-world projects? How does it compare to other
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Gong is transforming sales with AI-powered revenue intelligence, analyzing sales conversations to help teams make smarter decisions. It's also used for coaching salespeople. In this episode, we’ll explore how Gong works, its alternatives, user feedback, and what’s next for this innovative company.
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Welcome to 2025!
In this episode, we’ll discuss Anthropic and its rivalry with OpenAI. Known for its cautious approach to AI, how does Anthropic balance the need to move fast as a startup with its focus on AI safety? What are they focusing on in both business and technology as they navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape?
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Happy New Year!
In this last episode of 2024, we'll look at Rippling, the Swiss Army knife for HR. Valued at $13 billion, it offers a range of tools to help companies manage their workforce. It has a unique founder-led startup culture. In fact, it has hired 150(!) former startup founders. In this episode, we’ll discuss Rippling's culture, its business model, how it navigates challenges like the SVB shutdown, and its plans for the future.
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Revolut first started as a company in 2015 to provide no-fee transactions for international travelers. Since then, it has grown into an all-in-one fintech powerhouse, with over $2 billion in revenue and $45 billion in valuation. In this episode, we tell the story behind its rapid growth, what it's like to work there, and how the company plans to stay ahead of competitions?
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Figma is another popular online design platform. Adobe attempted to acquire it for $20 billion, but the deal fell apart earlier this year. In this episode, we’ll look at Figma's story, and compare it to that of Canva. What sets Figma apart, and how is it positioning itself to compete with other design powerhouses?
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In this episode, we explore the rise of Canva, an online design platform founded in 2013 and now valued at a staggering A$49 billion. What’s the secret behind its rapid success, and how does it compete with design giants like Adobe? We’ll also discuss the future of design: What does it even mean to be a designer when everyone can design anything using AI, and what lies ahead for this creative powerhouse?
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Black Forest Labs is the company behind xAI's Grok text-to-image generator. After raising $31M in seed funding, it's rumored to be gearing up for a $200M raise at a $1B+ valuation. Their FLUX model is not only blazing fast but also open-source. In this episode, we explore how the technology works, how they manage content guidelines with open access to the model, and what’s next as the company continues to scale.
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In this episode, we explore how Runway is transforming the filmmaking industry. With cutting-edge generative AI tools, Runway is helping filmmakers push creative boundaries and work more efficiently. We discuss how these tools are being used in practice, the potential impact on jobs, and how AI could shape the future of storytelling.
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In this episode, we discuss Cerebras Systems and their Wafer-Scale Engine, currently the fastest LLM inference processor, with 7000x more memory bandwidth than nVidia H100. Together with G42, they’re also developing the Condor Galaxy, potentially the largest AI supercomputer. Is this all just hype? What are the real world use cases and why should average users care about it?
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In this episode we explore Grammarly’s marketing journey—from its start with university students to becoming a global writing tool. How did they expand their reach, from clever ads to a powerful freemium model? What are the strategies behind their rise?
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Reddit’s stock is on fire, soaring over 166% since its IPO earlier this year. What’s driving this meteoric rise? Where is Reddit headed next? And how will its unique user-driven economy evolve as AI reshapes the digital landscape?
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In this episode, we dive into another AI-powered search engine - Perplexity. It handles over 100 million weekly queries at impressive speed. How does it compare to ChatGPT Search? What’s its business model, and could it be the future of search?
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OpenAI just released its search feature (https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-search/). Could it be the 'Google killer'? How will it reshape companies like Google, Stack Overflow, and Perplexity? If AI search is here to stay, how should content creators adapt to this new world? And how does ChatGPT Search tackle the problem of hallucination?
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Cursor AI recently raised $60 million to build an AI-first code editor. With AI coding tools everywhere, what sets Cursor apart? What can it do, and what’s the catch? And what does it mean for the future of coding?
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