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This Week in News
This Week in News is your daily source for the latest in artificial intelligence. Each episode rounds up the biggest AI news, new breakthroughs, and the developments shaping technology, so you always know what is happening in the world of AI.
Episodes
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Meta Announces Cancellation of Manus Acquisition
In this episode, we share exciting personal news alongside discussions on Meta's unwinding of their $2 billion Manus acquisition and the repercussions stemming…
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Lovable HIts $500M in ARR, Apple Announces AI Siri
In this episode, we explore Lovable's remarkable growth as it hits $500 million in annual recurring revenue and discuss Apple's exciting new features in AI and…
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S&P 500 Blocking AI Industry IPOs
In this episode, we examine the S&P 500's refusal to allow SpaceX's fast-track entry, which also impacts OpenAI and Anthropic’s IPO prospects. We also discuss…
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Alphabet's Bold $80 Billion AI Investment
In this episode, we explore Alphabet's ambitious plan to raise $80 billion for AI development, including a major investment from Berkshire Hathaway. We also…
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News Roundup: Anthropic IPO & Nvidia Innovations
In this episode, we discuss Anthropic's confidential IPO filing at a $965 billion valuation, shedding light on the competitive landscape against OpenAI and…
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Newsflash: Anthropic's $965 Billion Valuation
In this episode, we explore the staggering $65 billion raise by Anthropic, propelling them beyond OpenAI’s valuation and transforming the AI landscape. We also…
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Measuring AI's Effective Returns
In this episode, we explore the critical insights around measuring the return on investment (ROI) of AI technologies in business. Discover why simply…
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Uber's AI Spending, the Pope on AI, TikTok and Universal's AI Music Deal
In this episode, we explore Uber's struggles with justifying its substantial AI spending and the challenges companies face in measuring ROI. We also discuss a…
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Exploring a $26.5 Trillion AI Grounded in SpaceX
In this episode, we explore OpenAI's recent hiring of a crisis veteran to improve its public perception and the implications of a proposed AI testing executive…
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Noteworthy Events: SpaceX and AI Delays
In this episode, we examine SpaceX's $2.8 billion investment in gas turbines for XAI data centers, while discussing the implications of ongoing legal…
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OpenAI and SpaceX are Racing to IPO First
In this episode, we discuss OpenAI's impending IPO, potential implications on the tech market, and the impressive growth of Google AI's user base. We also…
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Insights into Dominion's $66.8 Billion Deal
In this episode, I talk about Meta and Andrel's collaboration on augmented reality glasses for the U.S. Army, and cover the challenges faced by bug bounty…
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ChatGPT's in Your Bank, Google Spams the GEO Industry, Brockman Takes OpenAI Product
On the show OpenAI named Greg Brockman product chief on May 15 and merged ChatGPT, Codex, and the developer API into a single team, Thibault Sottiaux runs the…
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Anthropic + Gates Give $200M to Healthcare | Cerebras IPO Doubles
Microsoft scouts non-OpenAI deals; Clio hits $500M ARR as Anthropic enters legal. Show Articles Anthropic and Gates Foundation commit $200M to deploy Claude in…
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Claude for Small Business ships | Altman Testifies He's 'truthful'
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Amazon Devs "tokenmaxxing", SpaceX & Google Collab, Anthropic Legal Fight
Amazon developers are “tokenmaxxing” as AI coding tools reshape how software gets built, while SpaceX and Google team up in a major collaboration with big…
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Google Stops AI Exploit, Nadella Testifies, OpenAI's New $4B Unit
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Anthropic Aiming for $1 Trillion Valuation
In this episode, we discuss Anthropic's ambitious plans for a $1 trillion valuation amidst significant shifts in the tech industry, including job cuts at…
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Claude 'Dreaming' Launch from Anthropic
In this episode, we explore Anthropic's latest advancements, including Claude's new dreaming feature for self-improvement and significant cloud computing…
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Trending News: OpenAI's GPT 5.5
In this episode, we explore the latest updates from OpenAI, including the release of GPT 5.5 and their new self-serve ads manager for U.S. advertisers. We also…
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AI News: Unionization & Market Trends
In this episode, we discuss Anthropic's latest developments, including the launch of 10 prebuilt finance agents and full Microsoft 365 integrations. We also…
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Weekly Roundup: AI's Billion-Dollar Deals
In this episode, we round up the week's news focusing on billion-dollar deals in AI. Join us as we analyze OpenAI and Anthropic’s financial movements. Chapters…
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Musk's Acknowledgment: Grok Trained by OpenAI
In this episode, we summarize Musk's acknowledgment of Grok's training roots. We also discuss the fund-raising prospects that Anthropic aims to achieve. See…
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The News Spotlight: Anthropic's $50 Billion Pursuit
In this episode, we shine the news spotlight on Anthropic's pursuit for $50 billion in funding. Get a fresh perspective on its importance in current events…
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Musk vs. Altman: Legal Insights Day 3
In this episode, we highlight key updates from day three of the Musk-Altman trial. We also explore the ramifications of the Anthropic ban overhaul. See Privacy…
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OpenAI's Leadership Agitation Uncovered
In this episode, we uncover the leadership agitation between Sam Altman and OpenAI’s CFO. We also analyze the EU's pause on the AI Act and the issues Google is…
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OpenAI Takes a Stand by Leaving Microsoft
In this episode, we discuss how OpenAI is taking a stand by leaving Microsoft. We will also examine the $1.1 billion funding success of the mind behind…
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ChatGPT 5.5 and GPU Developments
In this episode, we discuss the latest on ChatGPT 5.5 along with recent developments in GPU technology led by SpaceX. See Privacy Policy at…
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Top News: Google’s AI Initiatives
In this episode, we cover top news stories related to Google’s AI initiatives from Cloud Next. Understand the significance of their multi-layer strategy. See…
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New Apple CEO, OpenAI's New Image Model, Vercel AI Hack
In this episode, we explore the significant leadership change at Apple as Tim Cook steps down and John Tarnas takes the helm, amid ongoing challenges in the AI…
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Revenue Rivalry: Anthropic vs OpenAI
In this episode, we review the ongoing revenue rivalry between Anthropic and OpenAI. Join us to understand the landscape of recent developments. See Privacy…
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Key Developments in AI: Codex and Claude
In this episode, we recap the key developments in AI with a focus on Codex and Claude. Stay updated with the latest trends shaping the industry. See Privacy…
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Opus 4.7: Anthropic's $2B Funding Breakdown
In this episode, we break down Anthropic's substantial $2 billion funding for the launch of Opus 4.7. We also consider the implications of their collaboration…
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News Recap: Anthropic's IPO Announcement
In this episode, we recap news concerning Anthropic's IPO and its potential impact on investors. We also highlight significant advancements with the Novo…
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This Week's Headlines: Cloning and Attacks
In this episode, we summarize this week’s headlines involving AI cloning news and the shocking attack on Altman. Stay informed on the latest tech developments…
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Meta's Gemini 4: Major AI Announcement
In this episode, we bring you the major announcement regarding Meta’s Gemini 4. We also discuss the implications of OpenAI's proposed AI policy. See Privacy…
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Anthropic's Mythos Found Millions of Security Vulnerabilities
In this episode, we explore Anthropic's ambitious Project Glasswing, aimed at securing critical software vulnerabilities with the powerful Claude Mythos…
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Q1 2026 Venture Funding Hits $300B Record
In this episode, we examine the astonishing $300 billion venture funding in Q1 2026, with 80% allocated to AI startups. We also discuss the implications of new…
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OpenAI Acquires TBPN: (yes the tech news podcast)
In this episode, we explore OpenAI's groundbreaking acquisition of the Technology Business Programming Network (TBPN) and what it means for the future of tech…
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OpenAI's $121B Funding Round Explained
In this episode, we explore OpenAI's record-setting $121 billion funding round at an $852 billion valuation and discuss the implications of this massive…
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OpenAI's $40 Billion Investment and AI Advances
In this episode, we explore SoftBank's monumental $40 billion investment in OpenAI and what it signifies for the AI landscape. We also discuss the emergence of…
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SoftBank's $40B OpenAI Investment & Anthropic's Claude Mythos Leak
In this episode, we discuss SoftBank's massive $40 billion investment in OpenAI and the implications for the AI industry's competition. We also explore the…
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Claude Co-Work can now Control Your Computer
In this episode, we explore Anthropic's recently released Claude Co-Work and Dispatch features, which allow Claude to control your computer's mouse, keyboard…
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OpenAI Kills Sora Video Model
In this episode, we break down the shocking news that OpenAI is discontinuing its Sora video model and app. We explore the possible reasons behind this…
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Bezos to Raise $100B for AI and Nvidia's Challenges
In this episode, we explore current trends in AI compensation, Wall Street's reaction to Nvidia's conference, and Amazon's innovative chip strategy. We also…
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AI Web Traffic to Exceed Humans by 2027, and Rogue AI Agents
In this episode, we discuss DoorDash's new task app for AI data collection, Meta's AI content enforcement system and rogue AI agents, and Cloudflare's CEO…
- This Week in News
AI Web Traffic to Exceed Humans by 2027, and Rogue AI Agents
In this episode, we discuss DoorDash's new task app for AI data collection, Meta's AI content enforcement system and rogue AI agents, and Cloudflare's CEO…
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Meta Manus Desktop App, Anthropic Enterprise Lead, OpenAI AWS Deal
In this episode, we discuss Meta's new Manus desktop AI agent and its implications for AI as an operating system layer. We also cover startup Niv AI addressing…
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Senators Say "Shut AI Down", Mistral Forage, Pentagon AI, Google AI
In this episode, we explore Mistral's new 'Forage' platform for custom AI models, the Pentagon's development of AI alternatives to Anthropic, and Google's…
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Meta to Layoff 20%, AI Cured Dogs Cancer, Nvidia's New Chip
In this episode, we discuss significant AI-related news, including a personalized cancer vaccine developed with AI tools for a dog, NVIDIA's upcoming AI chip…
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NanoClaw Creator Lands Docker Deal After Six Weeks
In this episode, we explore the incredible rise of NanoClaw, an open-source AI agent tool created by Gavriel Cohen in just 48 hours. We cover how it went…
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Gumloop Raises $50M from Benchmark to Scale AI Agents
In this episode, we spotlight Gumloop, a startup that recently raised $50 million to empower employees to become AI agent builders. We also explore Gumloop's…
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AI App Crisis, OpenAI Does Math, Big Nvidia Deal
In this episode, we explore the challenges AI-powered apps face with long-term user retention, analyze ChatGPT's new interactive visual explanations for math…
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Meta Acquires Moltbook: Facebook for AI Bots
In this episode, we discuss Meta's recent acquisition of Multbook, a social media platform for AI agents originally spun out of OpenClaw. We also explore the…
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Anthropic Launches "Code Review" to Fix AI Code Security Issues
In this episode, we explore Anthropic's new AI code review tool designed to check AI-generated code for bugs and security risks. We also hear a personal…
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Meta Faces Lawsuit Over Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Privacy
In this episode, we discuss the class action lawsuit against Meta concerning the privacy practices surrounding its AI-powered Ray-Ban smart glasses. We examine…
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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT 5.4
In this episode, we explore the new features and improvements in OpenAI's latest ChatGPT 5.4 model, highlighting its enhanced capabilities in coding, knowledge…
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What VC's Are Looking For in AI Startups Today
In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of AI startup investments in 2026, highlighting what venture capitalists are actively seeking and what they…
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OpenAI Steals $200M Contract in Anthropic vs. Pentagon Battle
In this episode, we explore the high-stakes confrontation between Anthropic and the US Department of Defense, detailing Anthropic's red lines for AI usage and…
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Perplexity Max Debuts Multi-AI Agent Tool
In this episode, we explore Perplexity's new agent tool for premium subscribers, which unifies 19 AI models for complex workflows. We also discuss Perplexity's…