OWITH.ai - Only What's Important to Hear around AI and Tech

Good morning from OWITH.ai: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in AI and tech world.Edward Jones Ventures has launched a new venture arm, focused on supporting innovation in wealth management to adapt to rapid changes in the industry. The venture arm is interested in investing in early stage companies and working as design partners to help these startups find product-market fit. Hasan Malik, Edward Jones's chief strategy officer, believes that startup innovation will help wealth management navigate the tectonic shifts happening in the industry.The text discusses various topics including the overturning of key payments regulations by U.S. lawmakers, Blue Origin's efforts to establish a more results-focused culture, and the revival of the news aggregator Digg with the help of AI and venture capital. The insights provided highlight current developments in the tech industry and key players' strategies in response to competition and regulatory changes.The escalating trade war between the United States and various countries, particularly China, is leading to retaliatory tariffs and economic uncertainty. The impact of these tariffs on various industries is being felt, with automakers receiving exemptions but retailers warning of price increases. CEOs are facing challenges in navigating supply chains amidst the trade war, which could potentially lead to zero growth in the US economy. Adaptive strategies are necessary to cope with the changing economic landscape and risks posed by tariffs on various sectors.Advancements in voice-based systems, such as the Moshi model by Kyutai Labs and diffusion models like Mercury Coder and GPT-4.5 by OpenAI, show promise for future innovations in AI technology. Amazon's investment in updating Alexa for the generative AI era with Alexa+ highlights the importance of staying competitive in the rapidly advancing voice technology landscape.In 2025, advancements in generative AI search capabilities are being driven by competition between companies like OpenAI and Google. Different tools serve different purposes, emphasizing the need for users to choose based on their specific needs and objectives. Users should consider the depth and accuracy required for their research task when choosing between these tools. Ultimately, the decision on which tool to use depends on individual research requirements and preferences.

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