AI TALKS with NARITAKA

Alice just watched the brand-new Netflix animated film Kpop Demon Hunters ! In this episode, she and Bob talk about what makes it such a global sensation—its stunning visuals, catchy music, and the unique blend of K-pop culture and fantasy action. No spoilers, just pure excitement and insights into why everyone is talking about it.

Why have capsule toys evolved so dramatically, and why did this phenomenon flourish in Japan? From 3D printing innovations to viral hits on social media, we explore the secrets behind this unique culture. Miniature foods, push-only doorbell buttons, anthropomorphized rocks, and even heartfelt letters from strangers—get ready for a cultural insight!

Japan Post Bank has announced plans to launch DCJPY, a blockchain-based digital yen fully backed by bank deposits, by the end of fiscal 2026. In this episode, we explore how DCJPY works, why it matters for Japan’s financial system, and what it could mean for global digital currency trends.

OpenAI has started taking major steps to address the growing concern of "AI psychosis" — a state where prolonged conversations with advanced AI like GPT-5 can blur the line between reality and generated content. In this episode, Alice and Bob discuss what AI psychosis is, why it's a serious issue, and how companies across the industry are working to protect our mental health as AI becomes more lif...

Apple has released two new AI models on Hugging Face: FastVLM and MobileCLIP2 . In this episode of AITALKS with Naritaka , we introduce these models and explain the concept of on-device AI, where processing happens directly on devices like iPhones and Macs without relying on the cloud.

This episode explores why proposals that start with denial are often rejected. We discuss the hidden cognitive costs behind denial, comparing it to how AI systems process errors. Learn how framing feedback as an update instead of a rejection can improve collaboration and reduce resistance.