#217 - ChatGPT Agent, Kimi k2, Hiring Drama

#217 - ChatGPT Agent, Kimi k2, Hiring Drama

Our 217th episode with a summary and discussion of last week's big AI news!
Recorded on 07/17/2025

Hosted by Andrey Kurenkov and guest co-host Jon Krohn.
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In this episode:

  • OpenAI's new ChatGPT agent: The episode begins with a detailed discussion on OpenAI's latest ChatGPT agent, which can control entire computers and perform a wide range of tasks, showcasing powerful performance benchmarks and potential applications in business and research.
  • Major business moves in the AI space: Significant shifts include Google's acquisition of Windsurf's top talent after OpenAI's deal fell through, Cognition's acquisition of Windsurf, and several notable hires by Meta from OpenAI and Apple, highlighting intense competition in the AI industry.
  • AI's ethical and societal impacts: The hosts discuss serious concerns like the rise of non-consensual explicit AI-generated images, ICE's use of facial recognition for large databases, and regulations aimed at controlling AI's potential misuse.
  • Video game actors strike ends: The episode concludes with news that SAG-AFTRA's year-long strike for video game voice actors has ended after reaching an agreement on AI rights and wage increases, reflecting the broader impact of AI on the job market.

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  • (00:02:49) News Preview

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