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Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, expressed optimism about AIs potential but warned of risks in the industry. He criticized a competitor for making timing errors and taking unwise risks, using the term YOLO to describe those pushing the risk dial too far. Amodei also discussed the rapid depreciation of AI chips and the importance of conservative planning due to uncertain future growth. Anthropic has seen remarkable growth, but Amodei stressed the need for careful planning to meet future computing needs.

Join us as we explore the world of startup acceleration with Isabelle Johannessen, head of TechCrunchs Startup Battlefield program. Isabelle, with her unique background in entrepreneurship and singing, helps founders from over ninety-nine countries craft compelling stories and secure crucial funding. Her work underscores the importance of a strong network and effective presentation for early-stage startups.

Discover the power of owning your voice: Corey, aka Podcast Papi, shares his journey from trying to please everyone to embracing his unique style, tone, and originality. He encourages listeners to stay true to themselves, stay bold, and never compromise their authenticity, as doing so unlocks a strength that no one can take away.

Teslas Full Self-Driving software, despite being a driver assistance system, has been the subject of controversy. Elon Musk recently suggested that drivers can text while driving, depending on traffic conditions, which contradicts the illegality of texting while driving in most states. This statement comes amidst ongoing investigations by the NHTSA into FSDs safety, including reports of the system running red lights and crashes in low-visibility conditions. Tesla is also facing a legal dispute with the California DMV over alleged misleading claims about FSDs capabilities.

Amazon Business is charging schools significantly more for essential supplies, with prices fluctuating wildly due to dynamic pricing algorithms. On average, schools pay seventeen percent more for items purchased through Amazon Business. Unlike traditional contracts with local suppliers, Amazon Business does not guarantee fixed prices, leading to unexpected price changes. For instance, a twelve-pack of Sharpie markers cost eight dollars and ninety-nine cents in Boulder, Colorado, but twenty-eight dollars and sixty-three cents in Denver Public Schools on the same day. The Institute for Local Self-Reliance published a report expressing concern about Amazons lack of transparency regarding algorithmic price changes, which resulted in prices being, on average, one hundred and thirty-six percent higher than the lowest prices for the one hundred most frequently ordered products. This situation also impacts competition, as independent suppliers could beat Amazons prices on sixty-eight percent of products, suggesting better deals and more stable pricing for schools.

The Trump administration is reportedly rejecting H one B visa applicants involved in content moderation, labeling it as censorship. A State Department cable instructs consular officers to investigate applicants past work in areas like moderation, fact-checking, and online safety. If evidence of suppression of protected expression is found, applicants are deemed ineligible. This move, part of tightening immigration policies, has been criticized as incoherent and unconstitutional by the Knight First Amendment Institute.

Harvey, a legal AI startup, raises $160M in latest funding round, valuing the company at $8B. Led by Andreessen Horowitz, this round follows a series of successful funding rounds, reflecting a trend of venture capitalists investing in promising startups. Founded in 2022, Harvey leverages large language models for legal tasks, gaining a competitive edge through customer attraction and valuable training data. CEO Winston Weinberg shares insights on the companys rise in Silicon Valley.

Alltroo: Revolutionizing Fundraising with Celebrity Access - Kyle Rudolph and Jon Walburgs innovative platform transforms charity events into exclusive, high-value sweepstakes, leveraging their unique network and operational expertise. By pivoting to more accessible ten-dollar entries, theyve boosted appeal and prestige. The founders emphasize the importance of strategic networking, genuine authenticity, and consistent thought leadership in building credibility and success.