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AI Podcasts

January 30, 2026

JetBrains + Weights & Biases: Establishing frameworks and best practices for enterprise AI agents

Weights & Biases

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The rapid expansion of AI agents from research labs to enterprise production demands a corresponding maturation of development and operational tooling. This mirrors the evolution of traditional software engineering, where observability became non-negotiable for complex systems.
  2. Implement robust observability and evaluation frameworks from day one for any AI agent project. This prevents costly debugging cycles and ensures core algorithms function as intended, directly impacting performance and resource efficiency.
  3. Reliable AI agent development hinges on transparent monitoring and evaluation. Prioritizing these capabilities now will determine which organizations can successfully deploy and scale their AI initiatives over the next 6-12 months.
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January 31, 2026

State of AI in 2026: LLMs, Coding, Scaling Laws, China, Agents, GPUs, AGI | Lex Fridman Podcast #490

Lex Fridman

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The Macro Shift: Global AI pivots from raw model size to sophisticated post-training and efficient inference. China's open-weight models force a US strategy re-evaluation.
  2. The Tactical Edge: Invest in infrastructure and talent for RLVR and inference-time scaling. These frontiers enable new model capabilities and economic value.
  3. The Bottom Line: AI's relentless progress amplifies human capabilities. Focus on systems augmenting human expertise and navigating ethical complexities. Real value lies in intelligent collaboration.
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January 31, 2026

Inside a Chinese AI Lab: How MiniMax Builds Open Models

Turing Post

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Open-source AI is moving from theoretical research to production-grade agentic systems.
  2. Prioritize deep engineering talent and first-principles problem-solving over chasing algorithmic novelties.
  3. The next 6-12 months will separate the AI builders who can truly operationalize advanced models from those who can't.
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January 30, 2026

Anthropic’s Rise: Is OpenAI Losing Its Lead? w/ Patrick & Duncan

Milk Road AI

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Trillion-dollar AI compute investments create market divergence: immediate monetization (Meta) is rewarded, while slower conversion (Microsoft) faces skepticism, as geopolitical tensions rise over open-source model parity.
  2. Prioritize AI models balancing raw intelligence with superior user experience and collaborative features, as developer loyalty and enterprise adoption increasingly hinge on usability.
  3. The AI landscape is rapidly reordering. Investors and builders must assess monetization pathways, geopolitical implications, and AI's social contract over the next 6-12 months.
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January 29, 2026

AI math capabilities could be jagged for a long time – Daniel Litt

Epoch AI

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The collapse of trial costs turns scientific discovery into a search problem.
  2. Prioritize verifiable problems where AI can provide a clear reward signal.
  3. AI will solve mildly interesting problems soon, but the Big Ideas still require human marination.
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January 25, 2026

If You Can't See Inside, How Do You Know It's THINKING? [Dr. Jeff Beck]

Machine Learning Street Talk

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The Macro Trend: The transition from opaque scaling to verifiable reasoning.
  2. The Tactical Edge: Audit your models for brittleness by testing them on edge cases that require first principles logic rather than historical data.
  3. The Bottom Line: The next winners in AI will not have the biggest models but the most verifiable ones. If you cannot prove how a model reached a conclusion, you cannot trust it in production.
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January 23, 2026

Abstraction & Idealization: AI's Plato Problem [Mazviita Chirimuuta]

Machine Learning Street Talk

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Transition from "Spectator Knowledge" (passive data absorption) to "Interactive Knowledge" (agentic engagement).
  2. Prioritize "embodied" AI architectures that integrate sensory feedback loops.
  3. AGI will not be solved by better math alone. It requires accounting for the physical and biological constraints that define intelligence.
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January 23, 2026

Captaining IMO Gold, Deep Think, On-Policy RL, Feeling the AGI in Singapore — Yi Tay 2

Latent Space

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The transition from more data to better thinking via inference-time compute. Reasoning is becoming a post-training capability rather than a pre-training byproduct.
  2. Use AI for anti-gravity coding to automate bug fixes and data visualization. Treat the model as a passive aura that buffs the productivity of every senior engineer.
  3. AGI will not be a collection of narrow tools but a single model that reasons its way through any domain. The gap between closed labs and open source is widening as these reasoning tricks compound.
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January 21, 2026

"We Made a Dream Machine That Runs on Your Gaming PC"

Machine Learning Street Talk

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The transition from static LLMs to interactive world models marks the move from AI as a tool to AI as a persistent environment.
  2. Monitor the Hugging Face release of the 2B model to build custom image-to-experience wrappers for niche training or spatial entertainment.
  3. Local world models will become the primary interface for spatial computing within the next year, making high-end local compute more valuable than cloud-based streaming.
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Crypto Podcasts

February 28, 2025

Why Is Everyone So Bearish? | Weekly Roundup

Empire

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

  • 1. Despite bearish sentiment, historical patterns and institutional interest suggest the current downturn may be a temporary pullback in a broader bull market.
  • 2. Institutional players are increasingly interested in crypto, viewing the current market conditions as an opportunity rather than a deterrent.
  • 3. Regulatory clarity is emerging, potentially benefiting tokens with strong fundamentals and reshaping market dynamics.
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February 28, 2025

Is Wintermute Responsible For Crashing The Market? w/ Evgeny Gaevoy

Steady Lads Podcast

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

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  • 1. Misinformation and conspiracy theories continue to challenge market makers like Wintermute, highlighting the need for better education and transparency in crypto markets.
  • 2. The strategic execution of OTC sales is crucial for minimizing market impact, yet often misunderstood by the broader market.
  • 3. Positive regulatory developments could unlock significant value in utility tokens, fostering innovation and growth in the crypto ecosystem.
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February 28, 2025

How Blackbird Is Unlocking Crypto's App Ecosystem | Ben Leventhal & Jesse Walden

Lightspeed

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

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  • 1. Blackbird is pioneering a blockchain-based loyalty and payment system that could redefine restaurant economics by eliminating costly intermediaries.
  • 2. The dual-token system of Fly and F2 ensures both consumer engagement and network governance, offering a unique value proposition.
  • 3. For developers and investors, Blackbird exemplifies how blockchain can be leveraged to create real-world value and user ownership, setting a precedent for future applications.
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February 28, 2025

How To Win in Crypto Investing with Akshat Vaidya

The Rollup

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

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  • 1. Understanding the cyclical nature of crypto markets is essential for strategic investment. Deploying capital during downturns can lead to significant gains.
  • 2. Integrity, humility, and adaptability are critical traits for founders seeking long-term success in the crypto space.
  • 3. Investors should focus on deep research to identify undervalued opportunities, particularly in DeFi and real-world assets.
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February 27, 2025

Kaito’s Airdrop: Genius or Giveaway Gone Wrong? | Analyst Round Table

0xResearch

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

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  • 1. Bybit’s Large-Scale Hack Highlights the Need for Robust Security: The $1.4 billion ETH breach underscores the importance of advanced security measures and resilient infrastructure in preventing and mitigating massive crypto exploits.
  • 2. Sustainable Airdrop Models are Crucial for Long-Term Success: Kaido’s extensive airdrop strategy reveals the tension between immediate community engagement and the necessity for sustainable token distribution practices to ensure lasting protocol viability.
  • 3. Regulatory Clarity Will Shape the Future of Token Launches: As regulatory bodies like the SEC begin to provide clearer guidelines, the crypto industry must adapt to new rules that can legitimize token offerings and foster a more stable market environment.
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February 27, 2025

Why MegaETH Leaves Consensus to Ethereum

The DCo Podcast

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

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  • 1. Enhanced Security through Ethereum: By outsourcing consensus to Ethereum, MegaETH leverages a highly secure and decentralized network, minimizing vulnerabilities associated with centralized consensus mechanisms.
  • 2. Performance Optimization: Avoiding its own consensus process allows MegaETH to reduce latency and boost transaction speeds, making it a high-performance blockchain solution.
  • 3. Strategic Leveraging of Established Protocols: Developers and investors should consider the benefits of utilizing established consensus protocols like Ethereum’s to ensure robust security while focusing on other aspects of blockchain performance.
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