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  • Startup RunPod's AI Cloud Ascends

    Startup RunPod's AI Cloud Ascends
    Jan 21 2026
    In this episode, we highlight RunPod's remarkable growth in the AI cloud sector, emphasizing their unique startup story and rapid revenue generation. We also examine their market approach amidst giants like OpenAI and Google's AI offerings. Chapters 00:00 RunPod's Origin Story 02:38 Bootstrapped to Enterprise 08:28 Competitive AI Cloud Market 11:25 Modern Startup Funding In 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 investors and customers, including from a Reddit post and their customer support chat. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to RunPod 01:55 RunPod's Origin Story 05:07 Launch and Growth Strategy 10:05 Future of Software Development 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
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  • AI Energy Crisis Solution?

    AI Energy Crisis Solution?
    Jan 21 2026
    In this episode, we chat about the Trump administration's $15 billion initiative encouraging tech companies to buy power plants, aiming to address the escalating energy demands from AI and machine learning. We explore how this impacts the future of AI infrastructure and energy policy. Chapters 00:00 AI's Power Hunger 01:48 Trump Admin's Plan 10:07 Energy Source Debate 13:30 Accountability for Consumption In 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 national effort to remain competitive in the global AI race. Chapters 00:00 $15 Billion Power Plant Deal 01:48 PJM Grid Operator & Energy Needs 04:44 Alternative Power Solutions 06:45 The Trump Administration's Plan 10:05 Renewables vs. Consistent Power 13:33 Addressing Critiques and Future 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
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  • Meta Abandons Metaverse for AI

    Meta Abandons Metaverse for AI
    Jan 20 2026
    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
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  • Elon Musk Seeks $134B from OpenAI and Microsoft

    Elon Musk Seeks $134B from OpenAI and Microsoft
    Jan 19 2026

    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 Battle

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  • Higgsfield's Meteoric AI Rise

    Higgsfield's Meteoric AI Rise
    Jan 15 2026
    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.
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  • OpenAI Now Funding BCIs

    OpenAI Now Funding BCIs
    Jan 15 2026
    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.Resources Mentioned01:49 AIbox.ai02:27 AIbox.ai11:14 AIbox.ai
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  • ChatGPT's Math Revolution

    ChatGPT's Math Revolution
    Jan 15 2026
    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
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  • Claude Health Goes Live

    Claude Health Goes Live
    Jan 14 2026
    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
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