This Week in AI
This Week's AI
Welcome to This Week in AI , the podcast where curiosity meets cutting-edge innovation. Each episode takes you deep into the world of artificial intelligence, exploring the technologies, ideas, and people redefining what’s possible. We go beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories behind breakthroughs in machine learning, robotics, creativity, and consciousness itself. From the labs building the next generation of AI models to the entrepreneurs using them to reshape industries, we follow every twist and turn of this rapidly evolving field.
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Episodes
Meta's AI Surge: Smart Glasses & Billions 29.01.2026 12:23
In this episode, we explore Mark Zuckerberg's ambitious AI plans for Meta, including significant investments and the expected launch of new AI models and products. We also discuss Meta's strong push into AI-powered smart glasses and how they aim to integrate AI into everyday life. Links • Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibo...
Waabi Raises $1B from Uber and VCs 28.01.2026 12:41
In this episode, we discuss Waabi, an autonomous trucking company that secured $1 billion in funding, including $250 million from Uber. We also explore their unique AI-first approach to autonomous driving, which allows them to simulate and generalize across different vehicle types with less data and compute. Chapters 00:00 Wabi's $1B Funding & Uber Deal00:33 AIBox.ai: No-Code AI Tool Builder01...
Anthropic's Cloud App Integrations and Hiring Challenges 28.01.2026 11:34
In this episode, we explore Anthropic's new interactive Cloud apps and integrations with popular workplace tools like Slack, Canva, and Figma. We also discuss how Anthropic is facing unique challenges in hiring engineers because their own AI models are now outperforming human applicants in technical assessments. Chapters 00:00 Anthropic's Cloud Updates01:45 Interactive Cloud Apps04:49 Model Contex...
HumansAnd Raises $480M Seed Round to Build AI for Human Collaboration 26.01.2026 15:31
In this episode, we discuss HumansAnd, a new startup founded by AI veterans, and their ambitious goal to build an AI model focused on human collaboration rather than just individual intelligence. We also explore their unique approach to AI development and the competitive landscape of the AI industry. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to HumansAnd00:57 AI Box File Uploads03:28 HumansAnd's Vision and Fund...
NVIDIA Invests $2B in CoreWeave 26.01.2026 10:54
In this episode, we discuss NVIDIA's massive $2 billion investment in CoreWeave, a deal aimed at rapidly expanding CoreWeave's AI compute capacity to five gigawatts by 2030, a move that will position them among the world's most energy-intensive AI infrastructure providers. We also explore CoreWeave's strategic pivot from crypto mining to AI infrastructure, its aggressive debt-leveraged expansion,...
Microsoft Reveals Maya 200 AI Inference Chip 26.01.2026 11:17
In this episode, we discuss Microsoft's new Maya 200 AI inference chip, highlighting its capabilities, its importance for efficient AI model deployment, and how it signifies a major shift towards custom silicon in the AI industry. We also touch upon its potential impact on cost savings and Microsoft's strategy to become a leading player in the AI hardware space. Chapters 00:00 Microsoft's Maya 200...
OpenAI Leadership Reshuffle, AI Unicorns, and White-Collar Work 23.01.2026 10:08
In this episode, we explore OpenAI's strategic leadership changes to regain enterprise market share as competitors like Anthropic surge ahead. We also discuss how key AI infrastructure partners are reaching unicorn status, highlighting the growing value of the underlying technology. Chapters 00:00 OpenAI's Enterprise Shift 00:31 AI Infrastructure Unicorns 00:44 AI's Impact on White-Collar Jobs 11:...
Rabbit Hole of AI Learning Tools 22.01.2026 10:42
In this episode, we descend down the rabbit hole of AI learning tools, starting with Google's free Gemini-powered SAT practice. We explore the depths of personalized education. Chapters 00:00 Intro & AIbox.ai Plug 02:00 Google's Free SAT Prep 05:09 AI in Education Debate 12:14 Impact on Tutors & Google's Strategy In this episode, we discuss Google's new initiative offering free SAT practice exams...
Anthropic CEO Criticizes NVIDIA Over AI Chip Sales to China 21.01.2026 9:30
In this episode, we discuss Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's strong criticism of the Trump administration's decision to allow NVIDIA to sell AI chips to China, comparing it to selling nuclear weapons. We also explore the implications of his comments given NVIDIA's significant investment and partnership with Anthropic and how these actions reflect the high stakes in the AI race. Chapters 00:00 Introduc...
RunPod's Deep AI Dive 21.01.2026 8:49
In this episode, we take a deep dive down the rabbit hole of RunPod's origins and explosive growth in the AI cloud sector. We also uncover the fascinating details of their unconventional journey and market development. Links Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.co...
Rabbit Hole: AI's Energy 21.01.2026 11:09
In this episode, we go down the rabbit hole of AI's energy consumption, exploring the intricacies of the Trump administration's $15 billion power plant initiative. We uncover the complex web of policy, technology, and energy demands. Links Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https...
Meta's AI Rabbit Hole 20.01.2026 13:29
In this episode, we tumble down the rabbit hole AI of Meta's strategic shift from its Metaverse ventures to a concentrated focus on artificial intelligence. We explore the unexpected directions and deep implications of this pivot. Chapters 00:00 Meta's Metaverse Investment 02:05 VR's Limited Appeal 06:21 Meta's Financial Losses 11:24 AI: Meta's New Frontier In this episode, we break down Meta's de...
Elon Musk Seeks $134B from OpenAI and Microsoft 19.01.2026 12:59
In this episode, we explore the ongoing 'wrongful gains' lawsuit filed by Elon Musk against OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking billions in damages. We also unpack recent unsealed documents, including diary entries and emails, that shed new light on OpenAI's early years, internal debates, and key partnerships. Chapters 00:00 Elon Musk's Wrongful Gains Lawsuit 01:48 AIbox.ai Sponsorship 02:20 Musk's Alle...
Deep Dive into AI Video 15.01.2026 10:15
In this episode, we take a deep dive down the AI video rabbit hole, examining Higgsfield's $1.3 billion valuation. We also explore its specialized focus on short-form content and market positioning.
Rabbit Hole: Brain Interfaces 15.01.2026 11:26
In this episode, we journey down the 'rabbit hole' of brain-computer interfaces, prompted by OpenAI's investment in Merge Labs. We explore the profound and sometimes unsettling implications of this technology. Resources Mentioned 01:49 AIbox.ai 02:27 AIbox.ai 11:14 AIbox.ai
AI's Math Rabbit Hole 15.01.2026 13:00
In this episode, we descend down the 'rabbit hole' of AI's mathematical prowess, exploring its astounding ability to invent new methods and solve problems that defied human intuition. We discuss the unexpected paths AI takes to arrive at groundbreaking solutions. Resources Mentioned 02:24 AIbox.ai 12:47 AIbox.ai
Apple's AI Outsourcing 12.01.2026 13:24
In this episode, we jump down the rabbit hole of Apple's decision to outsource its core AI capabilities to Google Gemini, a radical departure from its traditional vertical integration. We question why Apple chose this path after the Apple Intelligence delays and what it means for on-device AI versus cloud-based solutions.
NVIDIA Halts Certain H200 Exports to China 10.01.2026 11:53
In this episode, we unpack the recent restrictions NVIDIA has placed on its H200 chips destined for the Chinese market. We'll explore what this means for the global tech landscape and China's AI ambitions.
OpenAI Patient ChatGPT: 230M Weekly Network 10.01.2026 10:04
Patient network ChatGPT Health processes 230M weekly patient interactions physician-level reasoning seamlessly globally. Real-time symptom clustering integrates vitals history generating recommendations comprehensively potently instantly. Trillion-dollar healthcare disruption conversational leadership established disruptively. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.ai AI Chat...
Nvidia Buys Groq's Secret Sauce + C-Suite: $20B Deal 09.01.2026 8:49
Secret sauce acquisition Nvidia licenses Groq LPUs for $20B snatching CEO and President simultaneously. Inference speed breakthrough crushes H100 bottlenecks enabling real-time agentic workflows globally. Executive poaching supercharges Nvidia's trillion-dollar compute supremacy trajectory potently. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://ww...
Peripheral Labs Volumetric Sports: $3.6M Launchpad 09.01.2026 7:54
Launchpad funding $3.6M Peripheral Labs volumetric sports captures athletes full 3D glory multi-perspective. Gaussian splatting compression streams holographic replays blurring real/virtual boundaries fluidly. Sports media disruption begins volumetric revolution broadcast rights potently. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.c...
OpenAI Bombshell: AI Agents Injection-Vulnerable Forever 09.01.2026 14:52
Bombshell OpenAI declares AI agents permanently vulnerable prompt injection attacks architecturally doomed. Malicious text payloads hijack agent decision chains bypassing trillion-dollar safety investments catastrophically. Autonomous future requires paradigm shift beyond transformer prediction prison disruptively. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Cha...
Claude Agent Plugin: Chrome's Security Timebomb 09.01.2026 12:54
Chrome security timebomb Claude's AI agent plugin autonomously controls browser executing complex agentic workflows. Unsupervised web interactions risk enterprise data exfiltration prompt injection attacks catastrophically. Anthropic's browser revolution prioritizes agentic power ignoring sandbox escape realities potently. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.ai AI Chat You...
OpenAI Panic Buy: $555K Head of Safety Role 09.01.2026 10:10
OpenAI panic buys safety leadership dropping $555K+ compensation amid public trust hemorrhage critically. Fortune 500-level pay signals existential crisis demanding alignment architect immediately potently. Regulatory congressional scrutiny demands bulletproof safety chief trillion-dollar liability shield urgently. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Cha...
Meta Buys Chinese Manus Brains: $2B AGI Bet 09.01.2026 10:33
$2B AGI bet Meta acquires Manus harvesting Chinese AI architectures bypassing export control chokepoints strategically. Manus' efficient multimodal models integrate Llama stack enabling real-time agentic experiences globally potently. Talent-tech raid positions Meta AGI infrastructure leader comprehensively. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: h...
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