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The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis

Nathaniel Whittemore
Openai
Alpha Geometry
Elon Musk
Microsoft
Artificial Intelligence
AI Hardware
Samsung Galaxy S24
Google Cloud
Huggingface
Sam Altman
Biden Administration
Davos
World Economic Forum
Meta
Generative AI
Google Deepmind
AI Translation
Google Chrome
Lumiere
Taylor Swift

A daily news analysis show on all things artificial intelligence. NLW looks at AI from multiple angles, from the explosion of creativity brought on by new tools like Midjourney and ChatGPT to the potential disruptions to work and industries as we know them to the great philosophical, ethical and practical questions of advanced general intelligence, alignment and x-risk.

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Today on The AI Daily Brief, Nathaniel Whittemore explores new research revealing which jobs people actually want AI to automate—and which they find morally off-limits. Drawing on studies from Stanford and Harvard, he maps where AI capability meets h... more

In this special long-read episode, NLW digs into insights from thousands of executive interviews about AI and agents in the enterprise. Based on data from Superintelligent’s Agent Readiness and Opportunity Mapping audits, he unpacks where companies a... more

This episode explores why the next era of artificial intelligence will take physical form. It examines the rise of humanoid robots, breakthroughs in embodied AI, and how advances in robotics and action models are closing the gap between digital intel... more

NLW breaks down five ways businesses are already using OpenAI’s Sora 2 model — from product design and e-commerce video automation to creative marketing campaigns and new content platform opportunities. He also shares a practical guide to prompting f... more

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Vice Chair of KPMG's Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation organization and leader of the Enterprise Innovation Team.
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Ethan Mollick
Professor and author focusing on AI integration in business
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Former CEO of Instacart, now CEO of Applications at OpenAI
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Dwar Kesh
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Riley Brown
Leading figure in the vibe coding movement and creator of the Vibe Coding app
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Co-founder of Hugging Face
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NLW
Host of The AI Daily Brief, known for providing insightful analysis on artificial intelligence news and trends.
Nathaniel Whittemore
Host of The AI Daily Brief, recognized for his expertise in AI technology and analysis.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Very informative!

    Very much enjoying these briefs. Just one point... Apple is not "behind in AI"... they were decades ahead with machining learning. Please specify "Gen AI" as the only category that they are behind on, but even that is a reach since millions of consumers access all Gen AI on Apple devices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coolfactor
    Canadaa month ago
  • Critical Thinking

    Nathaniel Whittemore I look forward to starting my day with your podcast. It really helps me with critical thinking around AI use cases and the market overall. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    walkin2day
    United States2 months ago
  • Feels Like An Ad with Too Many Ads

    Trying to get more information on GPT-5 and listened to his most recent episodes and I can’t help but to just notice how he just parrots all the marketing hype OpenAI feeds us. If I wanted to hear OpenAI’s marketing, I would listen to their material (which I have!). So many aspects practically are just ignored to feed this “GPT-5 is a massive world-changing upgrade” narrative. Claude Code still reigns supreme for coding, but this just ignores all of the current tools. He goes on about how big a ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    mountenneer
    United States2 months ago
  • Great

    I look forward to listening to this everyday, always good content. Keep it up! Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hartley0001
    United States2 months ago
  • great listen

    Awesome podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    23dwdwnn
    Sweden2 months ago

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Several reviews highlight the balance of critical thinking and information sharing, though some express concern over the increasing ad load during episodes.
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Overall feedback commends the host's ability to clarify complex AI topics for a broader audience, making it accessible for both novices and professionals.

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Did OpenAI Just Kill a Bunch of Agent Startups? OpenAI DevDay 2025 First Reactions
Q: Did OpenAI just kill a bunch of agent startups?
While OpenAI's new features certainly make competition difficult, there could also be opportunities for startups that prioritize model flexibility and offer unique ecosystem integrations.
Rick Rubin on Art, Life and Vibe Coding
Q: Have you spent much time thinking about AI and creation broadly?
Rubin shared his insights on how AI cannot replicate an artist's point of view and has contemplated the use of AI in the creative process.
Rick Rubin on Art, Life and Vibe Coding
Q: When did you learn you had become a meme?
Rubin reflected on the moment he learned about vibe coding through memes of himself and connected it humorously to his non-technical background.
The Agent Use Cases Most Ready for Primetime
Q: What constitutes a reasonable, a realistic, a successful agentic approach in this particular moment based on where we actually are?
Organizations should improve their agent readiness overall and have a prioritized list of agent use cases.
MCP, Agents and What AI Engineers Are Thinking About Right Now feat. Swyx
Q: How has your thinking about what needs to be included in the upcoming summit changed since the last event?
The feedback from past summits prompted a focus on specialized tracks like MCP and reasoning in RL, allowing for more tailored discussions around current trends.

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This daily news analysis show provides insight into the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence, offering a comprehensive overview of significant developments, trends, and implications. Conversations span a wide range of topics, including practical applications of AI technologies, creative advancements driven by tools like Midjourney and ChatGPT, and the philosophical and ethical considerations surrounding AI's impact on society. The host addresses the repercussions of AI on jobs and industries while also touching on critical concerns regarding alignment and existential risk associated with advanced general intelligence. With its timely updates and analytical approach, the show aims to equip listeners with the knowledge they need ... more

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