In The Blink of A.I.

• Decoding DeepSeek's AI Breakthrough: The $5M Model That Shook Nvidia

  Episode SummaryIn this groundbreaking episode of In the Blink of AI, Georgie is joined by Daniel Bertram, CEO and co-founder of GigaBuddy, to unpack the breaking news about DeepSeek’s new AI models. Together, they dive deep into the implications of DeepSeek's R1 and V3 reasoning models, NVIDIA's market shake-up, and the broader context of open-source versus closed AI systems. They also explore AI ethics, privacy concerns, and what these developments mean for startups, investors, and everyday users. Whether you're an AI enthusiast or curious about how these technologies impact you, this episode offers invaluable insights.Time Stamps00:00 Introduction – DeepSeek news, AI breakthroughs, and Daniel's Australia Day BBQ02:06 NVIDIA’s stock drop – What happened and the DeepSeek impact04:45 DeepSeek’s R1 reasoning model – Why it’s revolutionary07:48 Open-source vs. closed AI models – The Meta and DeepSeek contributions11:10 NVIDIA’s AI chips – What they are, their role, and the challenges of innovation15:30 Privacy concerns – Using AI models hosted in China18:36 TikTok comparisons – National security concerns and data privacy22:43 DeepSeek vs. OpenAI – Cost efficiency and the future of AI reasoning28:57 Hyperscalers (Google, Amazon) – Their role in AI advancements33:34 Ethical implications – Regulations and concerns in the AI space38:35 GigaBuddy’s AI reasoning system – Building smarter AI-powered solutions44:50 Closing thoughts – Future of AI reasoning and upcoming episodesResources MentionedGigaBuddy: Learn about Daniel’s AI startup focusing on reasoning systemsOracle, OpenAI, and SoftBank’s Stargate Project: Learn about their $500B data center initiativeThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of A.I. is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.To learn more, join our newsletter to be notified of new and upcoming shows. The only content we create is content that will help Australian founders.If you want to learn about upcoming guests and when a new In The Blink of A.I. episode is available, join the Blink of A.I. newsletter. Sponsors:In The Blink of A.I. is supported by our wonderful sponsors:Rocking Horse: Rocking Horse helps startups access their R&D tax rebate early. Get up to $3M in non-dilutive finance, solve cash flow challenges, and accelerate growth. Easy application, fast approval. Smart investment for innovative startups. https://dayone.fm/rockinghorse Mentioned in this episode:Rocking Horse - November 2024

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• Democratising Generative AI: Jeevika Makani on Building TopRoad

  Episode SummaryIn this episode of In the Blink of AI, host Georgie Healy interviews Jeevika Makani, co-founder of TopRoad and Y Combinator alum. Jeevika explains TopRoad’s mission to democratise AI by helping developers monetise custom GPTs in the OpenAI store. She reveals how “apps” (or GPTs) can offer more specialised functionality than ChatGPT alone, enabling end-to-end user experiences, like e-commerce fulfilment or streamlined travel planning. Jeevika also shares her experiences graduating from Y Combinator, discussing what founders need to succeed and why creating tangible value for users is more important than hype. Finally, she dives into the broader potential of AI, dispelling the notion that we’ve reached “peak” AI. According to Jeevika, the true AI revolution has only just begun.Time Stamps00:00 AI’s transformative impact: “We’re living through a knowledge revolution.”00:37 Introduction: Georgie welcomes Jeevika and introduces TopRoad’s AI mission.01:47 Origin of TopRoad: Pivoting in Jamaica, discovering the GPT store, and first GPT build.03:32 Early product insights: Niche GPTs, monetisation gaps, and the developer experience.05:14 The GPT store’s potential: Encouraging developers to build premium AI apps.06:24 Y Combinator experience: Why authenticity and scrappiness matter for founders.09:07 YC insights: Founders' resilience, pitching tips, and networking advantages.11:45 Exploring TopRoad’s technical approach: Custom GPT actions and real-world examples.18:07 Developer incentives: Monetisation models, compute costs, and app distribution challenges.24:26 Democratising AI adoption: Personalised apps, vertical use cases, and user-friendly design.29:03 Jeevika’s background: Building fintech in Nairobi and lessons for diverse founders.36:02 Rapid Fire: Overhyped MBAs, favourite AI tools, and Microsoft Copilot skepticism.41:16 Closing thoughts: AI’s untapped potential, staying optimistic, and TopRoad’s beta apps.Resources MentionedContext CrafterDescription: A tool by TopRoad that connects FAQs or company-specific data to generate highly contextualised responses, streamlining customer support and professional communications like investor updates.TopRoad’s GPT Builder ToolsDescription: Developer tools that enable custom GPT apps with analytics, monetisation options, and marketing features. Designed to be no-code friendly and integrated with the OpenAI GPT store.Basel III Global Banking FrameworkDescription: A global standard providing a framework for banking regulation and risk management, referenced for scaling AI apps targeting financial institutions.Private Apps by TopRoadDescription: Beta tools, including personalised AI apps for writing and contextualised data integrations, created to improve developer productivity and simplify access for non-technical users.The Day One NetworkIn The Blink of A.I. is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.To learn more, join our newsletter to be notified of new and upcoming shows. The only content we create is content that will help Australian founders.If you want to learn about upcoming guests and when a new In The Blink of A.I. episode is available, join the Blink of A.I. newsletter. Sponsors:In The Blink of A.I. is supported by our wonderful sponsors:Rocking Horse: Rocking Horse helps startups access their R&D tax rebate early. Get up to $3M in non-dilutive finance, solve cash flow challenges, and accelerate

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• Sam Garven on Building Safer Workplaces with AI: Say Hello Canopy

  Episode SummaryIn this compelling episode, Georgie Healy interviews Sam Garven, co-founder of Hello Canopy, a revolutionary AI-powered misconduct and psychosocial safety reporting platform. Sam shares her personal journey from experiencing workplace harassment to founding a startup aimed at creating safer workplaces. She discusses Canopy’s mission, the challenges of building an AI product as a non-technical founder, and the unique aspects of the Australian startup ecosystem. Sam also opens up about her experience with the Techstars Accelerator and emphasises the importance of building in public and embracing vulnerability. This episode is packed with insights on leadership, innovation, and resilience.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to In the Blink of AI and Sam Garven00:36 Updates on Canopy’s Rebrand and Progress in 202503:05 Overview of Canopy: AI-Driven Misconduct and Safety Reporting06:44 Sam’s Personal Experiences and Inspiration Behind Canopy09:04 Becoming a Founder: From HR Expertise to Building a Startup11:29 Industry Gaps in Misconduct Reporting and Canopy’s Unique Approach16:31 Sam’s Experience in the Techstars Accelerator Program21:29 The Importance of Building in Public and Embracing the Cringe27:21 Challenges of Being a Female Founder in the Australian Startup Ecosystem33:36 Metrics, Data Validation, and AI’s Role in Canopy’s Product39:04 Privacy, Data Security, and the Challenges of Sensitive Information45:16 Sam’s Vision for Canopy’s Future: Global Impact and Diverse Use Cases47:18 Thoughts on VC Investment and Expanding the Team49:21 Closing Call to Action: Joining Canopy’s Waitlist and Providing InsightsNotable Quotes"Building in public is free marketing. Why wouldn’t I take my potential customers and advocates on the journey with me?" – Sam Garven"We deal in such sensitive information that we can’t afford to break trust and call it a whoopsie." – Sam Garven"Women are natural super connectors, and that’s a critical skill for building startups." – Sam Garven"Embrace the cringe. LinkedIn is cringy, but it’s also where you’ll find people who believe the same things you do." – Sam Garven"On the worst day of someone’s life, Canopy needs to be there to make reporting simple and effective." – Sam GarvenThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of A.I. is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.To learn more, join our newsletter to be notified of new and upcoming shows. The only content we create is content that will help Australian founders.If you want to learn about upcoming guests and when a new In The Blink of A.I. episode is available, join the Blink of A.I. newsletter. Sponsors:In The Blink of A.I. is supported by our wonderful sponsors:Rocking Horse: Rocking Horse helps startups access their R&D tax rebate early. Get up to $3M in non-dilutive finance, solve cash flow challenges, and accelerate growth. Easy application, fast approval. Smart investment for innovative startups. https://dayone.fm/rockinghorse

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• Forbes vs. Alex: AI Predictions That Hit or Miss

  Episode SummaryIn this episode of In the Blink of AI, host Georgie is joined by Alex Valente, co-founder of Redactive and a 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, to dive into Forbes' top 10 AI predictions for 2025. Together, they explore bold forecasts, from Meta’s Llama models to the rise of RoboTaxis and consumer-facing AI agents. Alex shares his expertise, breaking down the scaling laws in robotics and biology, the future of autonomous AI, and why safety in AI will dominate the agenda in 2025. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a casual listener, this episode combines education with entertainment, offering valuable insights into the exciting future of AI.Time Stamps00:00 - Introduction: Alex Valente's perspective on technology and job creation.00:32 - Meet the Guest: Alex Valente, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and Redactive co-founder.03:06 - Meta’s Llama Models: Will they remain open-source or move to a paid model?07:25 - Scaling Laws: How robotics and biology are the next frontiers.11:22 - AI Agents: The rise of agents in consumer and enterprise workflows.15:53 - AI Data Centers in Space: Debunking this bold prediction.20:23 - Autonomous AI: Addressing fears and misconceptions.36:42 - RoboTaxis: Market adoption and societal benefits.45:36 - AI Safety: Why data security is paramount in 2025.53:03 - Accessible Consumer Robotics: Predictions on household humanoid robots.58:43 - Final Thoughts: Alex’s own predictions for 2025.Resources MentionedRedactive: redactive.ai – Explore their white paper on LLM data security.Forbes Top 10 Predictions for 2025: Insights from the original report.NVIDIA DGX Cloud: Learn about high-performance AI hardware.Tesla Robots: Innovations in consumer robotics from Tesla.Waymo: Google’s RoboTaxi service gaining traction in U.S. cities.DeepSeek AI: China’s leading AI model provider.Key TakeawaysAI Agents in 2025: AI will increasingly become "agentic," autonomously completing tasks on behalf of users.Scaling Beyond Text: AI’s scaling laws will expand into robotics and biology, enabling breakthroughs in these fields.RoboTaxis’ Big Leap: Self-driving taxis will gain significant market share in major U.S. cities, driven by safety and convenience.AI Safety Challenges: Companies must address data security vulnerabilities as AI agents become integral to workflows.Consumer Robotics: Affordable humanoid robots for household tasks may become mainstream by late 2025.China’s Competitive Edge: China is poised to enter the AI market aggressively with cost-efficient models.AI as a Financial Metric: Public companies will be evaluated based on their AI strategy and outcomes.Notable Quotes“We thought we’d invent robots to do art in our spare time, but instead, we invented robots that do art so we could do household tasks.” — Alex Valente“Technology always increases the number of jobs available. It gets people to do more productive things and ends up creating jobs.” — Alex Valente“AI agents will feel like members of your team, not just tools you use.” — Alex Valente“Scaling laws are one of the worst things to bet against in technology.” — Alex Valente“The IT department will evolve into an HR department for AI agents.” — Alex ValenteThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of A.I. is part of Day One, the...

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• From Surveys to Insights Overnight: Brendan Cervin on Ideally’s Journey

  Episode SummaryIn this episode of In the Blink of AI, Georgie Healy speaks with Brendan Cervin, CTO at Ideally, a cutting-edge consumer insights platform redefining the research process with AI. IDEALI enables companies to access overnight insights, turning weeks of research into hours, and has quickly become a game-changer for ANZ corporates. Brendan delves into the evolution of market research, the role of AI in creating actionable insights, and the challenges of integrating AI technologies into traditional business processes. From discussing Google Glass to synthetic data, this episode provides an insider’s perspective on the disruptive potential of AI in consumer research.Time Stamps00:31 – Introduction to Brendan Cervin and Ideally01:33 – What is Ideally?02:30 – Why AI is essential for consumer research04:05 – Consequences of not using consumer insights in product development05:53 – Brendan’s thoughts on Google Glass and mismatched technology expectations07:34 – Moving beyond sentiment analysis to clustering insights12:56 – Low switching costs in AI platforms and their implications14:36 – Challenges and potential applications of synthetic data in consumer research22:48 – How Ideally delivers insights through AI-powered reports29:42 – Brendan’s vision for Ideally in the next year32:06 – Brendan’s take on AI’s rapid industry growthThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of A.I. is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.To learn more, join our newsletter to be notified of new and upcoming shows. The only content we create is content that will help Australian founders.If you want to learn about upcoming guests and when a new In The Blink of A.I. episode is available, join the Blink of A.I. newsletter. Sponsors:In The Blink of A.I. is supported by our wonderful sponsors:Rocking Horse: Rocking Horse helps startups access their R&D tax rebate early. Get up to $3M in non-dilutive finance, solve cash flow challenges, and accelerate growth. Easy application, fast approval. Smart investment for innovative startups. https://dayone.fm/rockinghorse Mentioned in this episode:Rocking Horse - November 2024

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