DiscoverThe MAD Podcast with Matt TurckIs AI a platform shift or a paradigm shift? | Benedict Evans
Is AI a platform shift or a paradigm shift? | Benedict Evans

Is AI a platform shift or a paradigm shift? | Benedict Evans

Update: 2024-04-10
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In this episode, we sat down with Benedict Evans, a leading voice in the tech industry and a former partner at Andreessen Horowitz.



Known for his sharp insights and forward-thinking analysis, Benedict shares his expert perspective on what generative AI means for the future of technology, business, and society at large.



Specifically, we dive deep into the evolving landscapes of generative AI, augmented and virtual reality, and the critical issue of AI bias.



Join us as Benedict Evans provides a nuanced analysis of cutting-edge tech and shares his insights and perspectives on the road ahead.



BENEDICT EVANS


LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benedictevans/


Threads - https://www.threads.net/@benedictevans



FIRSTMARK


Website - https://firstmark.com


Twitter - https://twitter.com/FirstMarkCap



Matt Turck (Managing Director)


LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/turck/


Twitter - https://twitter.com/mattturck




(00:00 ) Intro


(01:06 ) The AI platform shift in 2024


(05:54 ) Gen AI in 2024 vs. PC-boom in the 80-s


(13:24 ) Until AGI happens, there will be vertical-specific apps


(15:12 ) Should companies have an AI strategy?


(21:04 ) Platform shift OR paradigm shift?


(23:55 ) How should we think about AGI in 2024?


(34:08 ) Is gen AI grossly overhyped?


(36:27 ) AI bias and the hidden problems in data


(44:56 ) Apple Vision Pro and the future of AR/VR

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Is AI a platform shift or a paradigm shift? | Benedict Evans

Is AI a platform shift or a paradigm shift? | Benedict Evans

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