Practical: AI & Business News

Practical: AI & Business News

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Practical: AI & Business News is a dynamic podcast dedicated to exploring the latest trends, developments, and applications in the world of artificial intelligence and business. Each episode delves into current topics and news, offering listeners a deep dive into the most relevant and exciting aspects of AI technology. With a focus on real-world implications and future possibilities, the podcast presents complex concepts in an accessible and engaging manner. For AI enthusiasts and people curious about how technology is shaping our world.

Episodes(40 episodes)

Lotus Health AI Doctor Raising $35M

Lotus Health AI Doctor Raising $35M

In this episode, we explore Lotus Health AI's innovative approach to healthcare, where an AI doctor provides free consultations and aims to redefine primary care. We also discuss the challenges, potential, and regulatory landscape of integrating AI into medical practices, highlighting how this technology could transform patient experiences and doctor accessibility.Chapters00:00 Lotus Health AI & Healthcare02:10 ChatGPT's Role in Health05:17 Lotus Health's Vision08:26 Operational Model & Compliance14:03 Regulatory Hurdles & Future LinksGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouT...
Published: Feb 4, 2026Duration: 12:53
SpaceX Acquires XAI for $1.25 Trillion

SpaceX Acquires XAI for $1.25 Trillion

In this episode, we explore the monumental acquisition of XAI by SpaceX, creating an unprecedented $1.25 trillion integrated technology company. We discuss the ambitious vision of building AI data centers in space, the financial implications of this merger ahead of SpaceX's anticipated IPO, and the potential impact on the AI and aerospace industries.Chapters00:00 SpaceX Acquires XAI00:48 AIbox.ai Introduction02:08 Merger Details and Valuation03:28 Orbital Data Centers Vision08:10 XAI's Financial and Product Challenges15:32 The Looming SpaceX IPO LinksGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at...
Published: Feb 3, 2026Duration: 12:53
The History of AI

The History of AI

In this episode, we journey back in time to explore the fascinating history of artificial intelligence, tracing its origins from early philosophical questions about machine thought to the symbolic AI systems of the past and the rise of modern deep learning. We also discuss why the current AI boom feels different and the exciting future ahead.Chapters00:00 Introduction to AI History01:49 Early AI and Symbolic AI05:39 AI Winters and Expert Systems08:41 The Rise of Machine Learning13:09 Modern AI and Future Outlook18:27 AI's Impact on Innovation  Links<p...
Published: Feb 2, 2026Duration: 12:18
Anthropic's New Plugins and $3 Billion Lawsuit

Anthropic's New Plugins and $3 Billion Lawsuit

In this episode, we talk about Anthropic's new Co-Work plugins for enterprise users, designed to automate specialized tasks and streamline workflows. We also discuss the major $3 billion lawsuit filed against Anthropic by music publishers, alleging copyright infringement of 20,000 musical works. LinksGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n...
Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 10:55
Anthropic's New Plugins and $3 Billion Lawsuit

Anthropic's New Plugins and $3 Billion Lawsuit

In this episode, we talk about Anthropic's new Co-Work plugins for enterprise users, designed to automate specialized tasks and streamline workflows. We also discuss the major $3 billion lawsuit filed against Anthropic by music publishers, alleging copyright infringement of 20,000 musical works. LinksGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n...
Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 10:55
Anthropic's New Plugins and $3 Billion Lawsuit

Anthropic's New Plugins and $3 Billion Lawsuit

In this episode, we talk about Anthropic's new Co-Work plugins for enterprise users, designed to automate specialized tasks and streamline workflows. We also discuss the major $3 billion lawsuit filed against Anthropic by music publishers, alleging copyright infringement of 20,000 musical works. LinksGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n...
Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 10:55
Meta's AI Surge: Smart Glasses & Billions

Meta's AI Surge: Smart Glasses & Billions

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. LinksGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...
Published: Jan 29, 2026Duration: 12:23
Waabi Raises $1B from Uber and VCs

Waabi Raises $1B from Uber and VCs

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.Chapters00:00 Wabi's $1B Funding & Uber Deal00:33 AIBox.ai: No-Code AI Tool Builder01:46 Wabi's Expansion & Competition04:43 Wabi's AI-First Approach & Simulation12:03 Roadmap, Capital & Partnerships19:48 Future of Autonomous Driving LinksGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI...
Published: Jan 28, 2026Duration: 12:41
Anthropic's Cloud App Integrations and Hiring Challenges

Anthropic's Cloud App Integrations and Hiring Challenges

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.Chapters00:00 Anthropic's Cloud Updates01:45 Interactive Cloud Apps04:49 Model Context Protocol & Co-Work08:17 Agent Permissions & Security Concerns13:42 AI Outperforms Human Applicants See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Published: Jan 28, 2026Duration: 11:34
HumansAnd Raises $480M Seed Round to Build AI for Human Collaboration

HumansAnd Raises $480M Seed Round to Build AI for Human Collaboration

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.Chapters00:00 Introduction to HumansAnd00:57 AI Box File Uploads03:28 HumansAnd's Vision and Funding08:41 The Importance of Asking Questions13:40 Competition and Future Insights24:05 Conclusion LinksGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI C...
Published: Jan 26, 2026Duration: 15:31
NVIDIA Invests $2B in CoreWeave

NVIDIA Invests $2B in CoreWeave

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, and its ongoing acquisition strategy to build an integrated AI development stack.Chapters00:00 NVIDIA's $2B CoreWeave Investment00:00 AI Box New Feature00:01 CoreWeave's Financial Strategy & Expansion00:06 CoreWeave's Transformation and Acquisitions00:08 NVIDIA's Strategic Partnerships  Links</b...
Published: Jan 26, 2026Duration: 10:54
Microsoft Reveals Maya 200 AI Inference Chip

Microsoft Reveals Maya 200 AI Inference Chip

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.Chapters00:00 Microsoft's Maya 200 AI Chip00:29 AI Box.ai Tools02:03 Power and Performance04:54 Inference vs. Training08:21 Efficiency and Competition14:06 Internal Deployment and Future  LinksGet the top 40+ AI M...
Published: Jan 26, 2026Duration: 11:17
OpenAI Leadership Reshuffle, AI Unicorns, and White-Collar Work

OpenAI Leadership Reshuffle, AI Unicorns, and White-Collar Work

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.Chapters00:00 OpenAI's Enterprise Shift00:31 AI Infrastructure Unicorns00:44 AI's Impact on White-Collar Jobs11:56 AI Agents for Scheduling LinksGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Comm...
Published: Jan 24, 2026Duration: 10:08
Practical AI Solutions for Students

Practical AI Solutions for Students

In this episode, we highlight Google's practical AI solution for students: free Gemini-powered SAT practice. We discuss its business model and impact on educational services.Chapters00:00 Intro & AIbox.ai Plug02:00 Google's Free SAT Prep05:09 AI in Education Debate12:14 Impact on Tutors & Google's StrategyIn this episode, we discuss Google's new initiative offering free SAT practice exams powered by Gemini, exploring how this advancement will impact education and the broader implications of AI in learning. We also examine the potential disruption to traditional education companies and the evolving role of...
Published: Jan 22, 2026Duration: 10:42
Anthropic CEO Criticizes NVIDIA Over AI Chip Sales to China

Anthropic CEO Criticizes NVIDIA Over AI Chip Sales to China

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.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Amodei's Criticism01:59 Context of Chip Sales and Amodei's Stance05:28 National Security and Nuclear Analogy08:36 Impact on Anthropic-NVIDIA PartnershipLinksGet the top 40+ AI...
Published: Jan 21, 2026Duration: 9:29
RunPod's Practical AI Edge

RunPod's Practical AI Edge

In this episode, we focus on RunPod's practical application in AI and business, showcasing how their cloud platform offers a competitive edge for companies. We also discuss their growth and revenue, highlighting key business lessons.Chapters00:00 RunPod's Origin Story02:38 Bootstrapped to Enterprise08:28 Competitive AI Cloud Market11:25 Modern Startup FundingIn this episode, we explore the incredible journey of RunPod, an AI cloud startup that bootstrapped to $24 million in revenue before raising a $20 million seed round and reaching $120 million in annual recurring revenue. We also discuss how they acquired early...
Published: Jan 21, 2026Duration: 8:49
Practical AI Energy Needs

Practical AI Energy Needs

In this episode, we discuss the practical energy needs of AI in business, analyzing the Trump administration's $15 billion power plant proposal. We provide actionable insights for companies navigating energy costs and infrastructure challenges.Chapters00:00 AI's Power Hunger01:48 Trump Admin's Plan10:07 Energy Source Debate13:30 Accountability for ConsumptionIn this episode, we explore the Trump administration's proposal for tech companies to invest $15 billion in power plants to meet the surging electricity demands of AI and data centers. We also discuss its potential impact on America's power grid, consumer costs, and the...
Published: Jan 21, 2026Duration: 11:09
Meta's Practical AI Focus

Meta's Practical AI Focus

In this episode, we cover the practical AI & business news of Meta's strategic pivot from its Metaverse projects to a concentrated effort on AI. We discuss the tangible implications for business applications and market trends.Chapters00:00 Meta's Metaverse Investment02:05 VR's Limited Appeal06:21 Meta's Financial Losses11:24 AI: Meta's New FrontierIn this episode, we break down Meta's decision to discontinue its ambitious Metaverse project after a colossal $73 billion investment, leading to significant layoffs and the shutdown of several VR game studios. We also explore why the Metaverse failed to gain...
Published: Jan 20, 2026Duration: 13:29
Elon Musk Seeks $134B from OpenAI and Microsoft

Elon Musk Seeks $134B from OpenAI and Microsoft

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.Chapters00:00 Elon Musk's Wrongful Gains Lawsuit01:48 AIbox.ai Sponsorship02:20 Musk's Allegations and Damage Claims06:49 OpenAI and Microsoft's Defense08:10 Unsealed Documents and Internal Revelations18:57 The Ongoing Legal Battle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...
Published: Jan 19, 2026Duration: 12:59
Higgsfield's Practical AI Video

Higgsfield's Practical AI Video

In this episode, we highlight Higgsfield's practical applications of AI video, noting its $1.3 billion valuation and business impact. We also discuss how it's changing content strategy for companies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Published: Jan 15, 2026Duration: 10:15