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In this episode, we discuss Meta's strategic shift from its multi-billion dollar Metaverse bet to a renewed focus on AI, impacting the broader AI news landscape. We explore the implications of this decision for AI development and adoption. 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 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 traction and how Meta is now pivoting its resources and focus towards AI, particularly with the unexpected success of its AI-powered Ray-Ban smart glasses. Chapters 00:00 Meta Ditches Metaverse 02:05 Metaverse Rebrand 05:32 Metaverse Layoffs and Closures 08:10 Meta's Metaverse Failed 13:46 Metaverse Revenue Model Issues 16:49 Meta Shifts to AI Links • Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai: https://aibox.ai • AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer • Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

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 Allegations and Damage Claims 06:49 OpenAI and Microsoft's Defense 08:10 Unsealed Documents and Internal Revelations 18:57 The Ongoing Legal BattleGet 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

In this episode, we chat about Higgsfield's explosive growth and its new unicorn status, underscoring its impact on the AI video industry. We also touch upon its focus on professional content creation for social media platforms.

In this episode, we discuss OpenAI's foray into brain-computer interface technology with Merge Labs. We examine how this initiative could reshape human-AI interaction beyond traditional interfaces.

In this episode, we chat about ChatGPT's remarkable ability to solve complex, unsolved math problems, demonstrating advanced reasoning capabilities. We look at how it utilizes existing research and adapts it to generate novel solutions, challenging our understanding of machine intelligence.Resources Mentioned02:24 AIbox.ai12:47 AIbox.ai

In this episode, we discuss Anthropic's launch of Claude Health, a new AI offering for the medical sector. We compare its features and market approach to OpenAI's existing health tools.Resources Mentioned01:06 AI Box09:31 AI Box

In this episode, we chat about Meta's significant investment in building out its own AI infrastructure. We consider how this will impact the competitive landscape for large language models and other AI technologies.Resources Mentioned01:04 AIbox.ai

In this episode, we discuss the major announcement that Google Gemini will be the driving force behind Apple's next generation of AI capabilities. We explore the reasons for Apple's collaboration with Google and the potential changes this brings for users of OpenAI and other models.

In this episode, we're unpacking the recent moves by NVIDIA to control the export of its H200 chips to China. We'll explore the implications of these regulations for the global tech landscape and the future of AI development.

In this episode, we unpack the recent massive funding rounds secured by AI powerhouses Anthropic and XAI. We explore what these substantial investments signify for the future trajectory of these companies and the broader AI landscape.

In this episode, we discuss NVIDIA's new upfront payment policy for H200 AI chips sold in China and the geopolitical factors influencing these decisions. We also explore NVIDIA's expansion into "physical AI" through partnerships with companies like Caterpillar and their involvement in cutting-edge projects like fusion reactors.

OpenAI is accelerating on two fronts at once. In this episode, we break down OpenAI’s acqui-hire of the team behind executive coaching startup Convogo, why the product is being shut down, and how the deal fits into OpenAI’s broader talent and infrastructure strategy. We also dive into the escalating legal battle with Elon Musk, after a judge ruled his lawsuit against OpenAI will go to a jury trial this March. What does the case mean for OpenAI’s nonprofit origins, its current structure, and the future of AI governance?Get 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

In this episode, we dive into the most bizarre and eye-opening tech unveiled so far at CES 2026, from quirky gadgets to innovations that seem straight out of a sci-fi movie. I break down what makes each one so unusual and why it caught the world’s attention.Get 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-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down why Yann LeCun is leaving Meta after admitting Llama 4 benchmarks were manipulated and internal trust collapsed. In this episode, we explain why LeCun believes large language models are a dead end and how his new startup plans to replace them with world models and a radically different vision for AI. Get 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-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down how Nvidia has turned its AI-driven revenue surge into an aggressive startup investing spree, participating in dozens of huge venture rounds and reshaping the broader AI ecosystem. In this episode, we also look at Nvidia’s headline-making backing of OpenAI, the scale of those bets, and what this investing strategy signals about the future of AI infrastructure and power dynamics.Get 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-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we explore how OpenAI is shifting its focus toward audio technologies and what that means for the broader tech industry as Silicon Valley increasingly questions the dominance of screens. We break down why audio is becoming a strategic battleground and how this shift could change the way we interact with AI and devices.Get 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-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down how Fal released its own version of the Flux 2 image generator that’s reportedly 10x cheaper and 6x more efficient than alternatives. In this episode, we explore what these cost and efficiency gains could mean for developers, startups, and the broader AI image generation market going into the new year.Try Delve: https://delve.co/Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiJoin 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-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down why venture capitalists are once again claiming that next year will finally be the turning point for enterprise AI adoption. In this episode, we look at the data showing why most companies still aren’t seeing ROI from AI, and whether 2026 is genuinely different or just another repeat prediction.Try Delve: https://delve.co/Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiJoin 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-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down Meta’s acquisition of Singapore-based startup Manus AI for $2 billion, what this means for AI agents, and how it fits into Meta’s broader AI strategy. We explore why this deal matters and what it could signal for the future of AI assistants in consumer and enterprise products.Try Delve: https://delve.co/Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we cover OpenAI’s search for a new Head of Preparedness and what the role is responsible for inside the company. We break down why preparedness matters for advanced AI systems and how this hire fits into OpenAI’s broader safety strategy.Try Delve: https://delve.co/Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiJoin 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-not-sell-my-info.