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The Prompt

Welcome to The Prompt, where we explore the cutting edge of content creation and technology. Jim Carter introduces a groundbreaking shift in podcasting and content production, delving deep into the world of AI. He shares how AI is not just a tool but a creative collaborator reshaping the landscape of content creation. Jim discusses the limitless possibilities AI brings to the table, from generating diverse and engaging content to pushing the boundaries of creativity. The Prompt is an exciting,

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03:27

U.S. AI Startups Raise Record $97B in 2024

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2025/02/10

AI isn't just the future—it's the now. In this episode of The Prompt, Jim Carter takes us on a tour of the seismic shifts in AI startups and venture capital. 2024 was a banner year, with AI startups raking in jaw-dropping investments. We're talking about Databricks pulling in $10 billion, OpenAI with $6.6 billion, and Elon Musk's xAI snagging a whopping $12 billion. It's clear: investors are betting big on AI, and the stakes are higher than ever.But this isn't just a U.S. phenomenon. Europe and Asia

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03:34

Stargate: America’s Semi-secret AI Power Move

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2025/02/05

"Half a trillion dollars!" That's the jaw-dropping figure behind the Stargate Initiative, a bold American venture aiming to keep the U.S. at the forefront of the AI race. In this episode of The Prompt, Jim Carter dives into this monumental project, spearheaded by tech titans like Masayoshi Son of SoftBank and Sam Altman of OpenAI, with heavyweights Oracle, NVIDIA, and Microsoft backing them up. They're not just building data centers; they're crafting the future of AI infrastructure—scalable,

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04:20

Is 2025 the Year of the “Dead Internet”?

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2025/02/03

Did you know that nearly half of all internet traffic in 2023 was automated? Jim Carter dives into the intriguing and somewhat eerie Dead Internet Theory, which suggests that bots and AI-generated content are taking over the web. Imagine a future where up to 90% of online interactions are driven by machines rather than humans. It's a wild concept, but one that's gaining traction as AI tools like ChatGPT and image generators flood the internet with automated content.Jim explores the implications of

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04:15

A Supercomputer on Your Desk? It’s Happening.

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2025/01/29

Imagine having the power of a supercomputer right on your desk. That's exactly what NVIDIA's Project Digits promises—an AI development that Jim Carter dives into on this episode of The Prompt. Project Digits is a standalone device powered by the GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip, delivering up to one petaflop of AI computing performance. To put that into perspective, that's like every person on Earth doing one calculation per second for over four years, all in just one second by this chip

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04:23

How China's Open Source AI Model Is Rivaling Silicon...

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2025/01/27

DeepSeek V3 is shaking up the AI world with its incredible 671 billion parameters, standing toe-to-toe with giants like Meta’s Llama 3.1 and OpenAI’s GPT models. So what makes it different? It was developed for just $5 million, a fraction of what the big players spend. This episode of Jim Carter's podcast dives into how this underdog AI model is making waves, thanks to its Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) architecture. Imagine a soccer team where each player has a specialized role, working together to win

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04:02

Why Elon’s Free AI on X Is Controversial

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2025/01/22

Elon Musk's xAI has just made a big move by offering their AI chatbot, Grok, for free to everyone on X, formerly known as Twitter. This isn't just about free access; it's about democratizing advanced AI technology. Imagine a world where businesses can engage with customers more personally without breaking the bank, and developers can innovate without financial constraints. That's the future Grok is paving the way for.Grok isn't just any chatbot. It connects with X to provide real-time data analysis,

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04:04

AI You Can Wear: Inside Meta’s Smart Glasses

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2025/01/15

Meta's latest update to their Ray-Ban smart glasses is like strapping a second brain to your face. Jim Carter dives into this crazy tech he owns himself on The Prompt, exploring how these glasses are revolutionizing the way we interact with the world. Imagine breezing through a crowded airport with AI Live, which displays your flight info right in front of your eyes. Or asking your glasses about a sandwich's ingredients and getting instant dietary info and drink pairings. These glasses even

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05:08

2024 AI Recap: The Year AI Went Mainstream

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2025/01/13

From OpenAI's Sora, which lets you create entire videos from just a text prompt, to DeepMind's Med-PaLM 2 outperforming human doctors in diagnostics, AI has been nothing short of revolutionary. But it wasn't all smooth sailing—while businesses embraced AI, consumer satisfaction lagged, reminding us that technology should enhance, not replace, the human touch.In 2024 we saw the FTC's Operation AI Comply, which slapped a $1.2 billion fine on companies for deceptive marketing. This served as a wake-up

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04:02

The MIND-BENDING Power of Google's Willow

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2025/01/06

Trillions of years—yes, that's how long it would take today's supercomputers to match the mind-blowing calculations of Google's new quantum chip, Willow. Jim Carter dives into this quantum leap on The Prompt, unpacking the magic behind Willow's 105 qubits. If you're scratching your head about qubits, think of them as the supercharged cousins of the binary bits in your laptop. While classical bits are binary, qubits can exist in multiple states at once, thanks to superposition and entanglement. It's

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05:13

How You Can Benefit From AI’s $8 TRILLION Business Boom

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2024/12/30

Since ChatGPT's launch, tech companies have seen their value soar by a jaw-dropping $8 trillion—equivalent to Japan's entire GDP. But it’s not just about the money. In this episode, Jim Carter dives into how AI is revolutionizing industries from healthcare to education and how small businesses can benefit, too.Remember Skynet from the Terminator movies? Well, AI is no longer a sci-fi fantasy; it's here and evolving faster than ever. Jim talks about how AI is leveling the playing field, making it

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04:07

AI Video Is Here, and It’s Crazy Good

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2024/12/25

"AI video creation has leapt forward by two years in just two weeks!" That's how Jim Carter kicks off this episode of The Prompt, diving headfirst into the rapidly evolving world of AI video technology. Explore how AI is revolutionizing video production by automating tasks like editing and scriptwriting, making high-quality content creation accessible to everyone, not just those with Hollywood budgets. This episode highlights the potential of AI to personalize content, offer real-time translations,

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05:20

The RAG Advantage: What Is It, Exactly?

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2024/12/23

If you've ever been frustrated by AI's "hallucinations"—those moments when it seems to pull answers out of thin air—then RAG, or Retrieval-Augmented Generation, is the hero you've been waiting for.Jim puts RAG in simple terms, making it easy to understand how RAG connects AI models to external knowledge sources, ensuring the information they provide is current and accurate. Imagine your AI assistant was equipped with a live feed of the latest data, like a library of reliable sources at its

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03:56

Amazon's $4 BILLION Bet: The Race to Dominate AI

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2024/12/18

Amazon is shaking up the AI world with its bold move to develop custom AI chips, potentially rivaling Nvidia's dominance. Jim Carter dives into why this matters, especially for Amazon's AWS cloud service users.These chips, like Trainium and Inferentia, promise 40-50% better performance at about half the cost, which could mean up to 70% lower costs for inference tasks for AWS users. Imagine the impact on businesses eager to scale AI without breaking the bank!But that's not all. Amazon's $4 billion

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04:42

The Age of AI Is Here, and It’s Changing Everything

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2024/12/16

"The age of AI has officially begun," declares Nvidia’s CEO, Jensen Huang, and Jim Carter dives right into what this means for us all on this episode of The Prompt.Nvidia, a leader in AI development, is at the forefront of this technological revolution, and when its CEO speaks, the world listens. Huang's statement isn't just about fun futuristic gadgets; it's about AI transforming industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and finance.Jim breaks down how AI is already reshaping our daily lives

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04:30

The Downfall of Chegg

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2024/12/11

Chegg's stock has plummeted by a jaw-dropping 99% since the rise of ChatGPT, and in this episode of The Prompt, Jim dives deep into this dramatic tale of disruption.Once a staple for students needing homework help, Chegg is now grappling with the harsh reality of free AI alternatives like ChatGPT stealing the spotlight. Jim takes us back to the pandemic days when Chegg was thriving, only to fast-forward to the present, where students are ditching their subscriptions for AI's instant, free

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03:58

These ChatGPT Hacks Will Change How You Work

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2024/12/09

In this episode of The Prompt, host Jim Carter discusses how specific settings in ChatGPT can enhance productivity and streamline business operations.Features like Custom Instructions, Memory, Temporary Chat, and the Theme setting can ensure consistent output tailored to business needs, personalized interactions by recalling previous information, and even a reduction in eye strain, improving engagement and productivity.Beyond settings, ChatGPT offers substantial productivity benefits by aiding in

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04:44

AI + Education: Empowering Students or Replacing...

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2024/12/02

AI is shaking up education for both teachers and students, and Jim Carter dives right into this hot topic in the latest episode of The Prompt.Remember the days of encyclopedias and dial-up internet? Jim does, but his 12-year-old is already using AI tools like ChatGPT for schoolwork. This episode explores how AI is making a positive impact—like personalizing learning for students—while also raising concerns about over-reliance and ethical challenges.Imagine AI analyzing student data to enhance

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04:35

Can ChatGPT Search Dethrone Google?

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2024/11/25

OpenAI is shaking up the search engine scene with its latest launch, ChatGPT Search, and Jim Carter is here to break it all down for you. Forget everything you know about traditional search engines—this one’s like a super-smart friend who’s always up-to-date.Instead of just spitting out links, ChatGPT Search engages in a conversation, remembers your previous interactions, and even adds a dash of personality. Whether you want a professional assistant or a chatty buddy, this tool adapts to your

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05:32

3 Data Strategies You’re Overlooking

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2024/11/18

"With great power comes great responsibility." That's the theme of this episode of The Prompt, where Jim Carter covers the current landscape of Generative AI.We now have AI models that can whip up coherent text, create stunning images, and even write computer code in the blink of an eye. It's the stuff of science fiction, but it's happening now and shaking up industries from art to data processing.Jim kicks things off by overviewing at GenAI's capabilities, like GPT, which learns from terabytes of

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03:28

Your Pocket Guide Just Got Smarter: AI Meets Google Maps

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2024/11/11

Imagine asking Google Maps for the quirkiest bookstores in Seattle or the most romantic live music spots nearby. With large language models (LLMs) in play, Google Maps now understands complex, natural language questions, offering personalized search results that feel like having a local guide in your pocket.Generative AI isn't just about finding cool spots; it's also enhancing satellite images in Google Earth, making them clearer and more precise. This is a huge advancement for environmental

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