Yesterday

New ChatGPT Ads: Opportunity or Obstacle?

Jamie and Jaeden discuss the recent announcement from ChatGPT regarding the introduction of ads for free and go tier users. While some users express concern that this could compromise the integrity of the platform, others see it as a lucrative opportunity for businesses. The host ... Show More

10m 26s

Yesterday

Meta's Metaverse Ambitions Crash, AI Focus Takes Over

In this episode, we explore Meta's dramatic shift away from its costly Metaverse investment and towards a new focus on AI. We also discuss why the Metaverse failed to gain traction, the significant financial losses incurred, and how Meta's past Metaverse investments are now unexp ... Show More

13m 29s

Jan 21

RunPod's AI Cloud Profit

In this episode, we dissect RunPod's impressive $120M ARR, offering insights into their business model within the competitive AI cloud space. We also explore the strategies they used to generate revenue and attract investors. Chapters 00:00 RunPod's Origin Story 02:38 Bootstrappe ... Show More

8m 49s

Sep 2024

Scale AI Raises $1B, Doubling Valuation to $13.8B

In this episode, we delve into Scale AI's impressive $1 billion funding round and how it has doubled the company's valuation to $13.8 billion. We'll explore what this means for the data-labeling industry and the future of AI development. Get on t ... Show More

5m 57s

Mar 2025

Anthropic Joins Defense Industry - Raising at $40B Valuation

In this episode, we explore Anthropic's recent partnership with the defense industry and its impressive new valuation of $40 billion. We discuss what this move means for AI applications in defense and the implications of such a high valuation. My Po ... Show More

8m 42s

Nov 2024

The High Cost of AI Talent Acquisition

In this episode, Jaeden Schafer discusses the recent surge in OpenAI's valuation, which is now set at $150 billion. He explores the funding strategies being employed, including a potential $6.5 billion equity financing round and a $5 billion credit line. The conversation also ... Show More

10m 12s

Dec 2024

AI Startups Raise $3.9B in Q3 2024

In this episode, we discuss the significant investments in generative AI startups, which reached $3.9 billion in the third quarter of 2024. We explore the factors driving this surge in funding and what it means for the future of AI innovation. My ... Show More

15m 15s

Dec 2024

Perplexity's $500 Million Funding: A Game Changer

In this episode of the AI Chat Podcast, host Jaeden Schafer discusses Perplexity's recent $500 million funding round, its competitive position in the AI search market, and its acquisition of Carbon, a company that enhances AI search capabilities. The conversation highlights the g ... Show More

8m 59s

Sep 2025

$100M Boost for Cohere and AMD Partnership

Cohere’s partnership with AMD comes alongside a massive $100M funding round. This episode explores the significance for AI innovation and global competition.<ul> <li>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: <a href="https://aibox.ai" target="_blank">⁠⁠http ... Show More

9m 46s

Jan 2025

Synthesia’s AI Revolution: Behind the $2.1B Valuation and What It Means for Businesses

In this episode, we dive into Synthesia, the London-based AI startup that has taken the business world by storm with its cutting-edge video avatar technology. With $180M raised in Series D funding and a valuation of $2.1B, Synthesia is reshaping how enterprises create content, fr ... Show More

8m 57s

Dec 2024

Numeric Raises $28M for AI to Kill Accounting

In this episode, we explore how Numeric has raised $28 million to develop AI technology aimed at transforming the accounting industry. We discuss what this means for the future of accounting and how AI could streamline financial processes. My Pod ... Show More

11m 9s

Sep 2024

Tektonic AI Secures $10M for GenAI Business Automation

In this episode, we explore how Tektonic AI plans to revolutionize business operations with their newly funded GenAI agents. Discover the potential impact of this $10M investment on automation and efficiency in various industries. Get on the AI B ... Show More

6m 33s

Sep 2025

20VC: Mercor: From $1M to $500M in 17 Months: The Fastest Growing Company in the World | How to Think About Margins and Revenue Sustainability in AI | Why Evaluation Benchmarks in AI are BS Today with Brendan Foody

Brendan Foody is the Co-Founder and CEO @ Mercor, the fastest growing company in history. The company solves talent allocation in the AI economy and they have scaled from $1M to $500M in revenue in just 17 months. With a rumoured new funding round pricing the company at a whoppin ... Show More

1h 1m

OpenAI Secures $40B Funding at $300B Val...