Episodes

  • "Super Bowl Controversy & Alibaba's Surge: A Glimpse at AI Transformations & Clone Robotics' Protoclone V1"

    "Super Bowl Controversy & Alibaba's Surge: A Glimpse at AI Transformations & Clone Robotics' Protoclone V1"
    Feb 21 2025
    In this episode of AI in Marketing, we discuss how Poppi faced backlash over their recent Super Bowl vending machine campaign, prompting discussions about thoughtful marketing strategies. We also delve into the recent surge in Alibaba Group's stocks due to high revenue growth and their AI initiatives led by CEO Eddie Wu. In our examination of the start-up scene, we highlight how AI is promoting efficiency in smaller teams and the rising trend of the 'tiny team' in start-ups like Gamma, Anysphere, and ElevenLabs. We will explore how AI agents are revolutionizing automation in global industries and the debate surrounding the ethical oversight needed due to these advancements. Lastly, we touch on the controversy triggered by Clone Robotics' latest creation, the Protoclone V1, a full-body synthetic human prototype. Tune in for a nuanced discussion on AI's latest developments and impacts in the marketing world.
    • https://www.getvoicestream.com/
    • https://www.nytromarketing.com/
    • https://www.marketingbrew.com/stories/2025/02/13/poppi-olipop-super-bowl-vending-machine-campaign-controversy
    • https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/alibaba-stock-jumps-as-results-surpass-estimates/ar-AA1zrvXA?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds
    • https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/20/technology/ai-silicon-valley-start-ups.html
    • https://dzone.com/articles/ai-agents-future-of-automation-or-overhyped-buzzword
    • https://mikekalil.com/blog/clone-robotics-protoclone/
    ```

    About: Stan Berteloot
    Stan Berteloot is a French-American journalist, marketing strategist, and AI expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. A University of Maryland journalism graduate, he navigates the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture.
    As Head of Strategy at Nytro Marketing, he pioneered AI-driven content creation, launching the AI in Marketing podcast. He also hosts Back in America, a podcast exploring American identity through in-depth conversations on race, misinformation, and AI ethics.

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    5 mins
  • "From Duolingo's Owl to Google Lens on iPhones: Highlights from Tech, Science, and Social Media"

    "From Duolingo's Owl to Google Lens on iPhones: Highlights from Tech, Science, and Social Media"
    Feb 20 2025
    Welcome to AI in Marketing, bringing you the latest in artificial intelligence innovations impacting the marketing world and beyond. In this episode, we'll explore how language learning app Duolingo is using humor to draw attention to their mascot's retirement, and the rumor of a potential connection to user procrastination. We'll also discuss the Human Virome Program, a collaboration of five universities using AI to map the multitude of viruses living in the human body. Plus, we'll delve into Google's launch of its visual search tool, Google Lens, for iPhones using AI for object identification. Next, we take a look at the world of quantum computing with Microsoft's recently released quantum chip, Majorana 1, which uses innovative technology to handle the crucial units of quantum computation effectively. In the genomics segment, we'll discuss the Arc Institute's significant update to their genome foundation model, Evo 2, made possible through the use of AI. And finally, we end with the announcement of social media platform X's sharp increase in their subscription plan prices, amidst the release of a new AI model from related company xAI. Join us for all this and more on AI in Marketing.
    • https://www.getvoicestream.com/
    • https://www.nytromarketing.com/
    • https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/12/tech/duolingo-owl-mascot-dead-scli-intl/index.html?utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=mkb_influencers_subpub
    • https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/19/health/human-virome-program.html
    • https://www.pymnts.com/google/2025/google-makes-visual-search-tool-available-for-iphones/
    • https://news.microsoft.com/source/features/ai/microsofts-majorana-1-chip-carves-new-path-for-quantum-computing/
    • https://www.genengnews.com/gen-edge/arc-institutes-ai-model-designs-the-genetic-code-across-all-domains-of-life/
    • https://www.pymnts.com/subscriptions/2025/x-doubles-prices-top-subscription-plan/
    ```

    About: Stan Berteloot
    Stan Berteloot is a French-American journalist, marketing strategist, and AI expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. A University of Maryland journalism graduate, he navigates the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture.
    As Head of Strategy at Nytro Marketing, he pioneered AI-driven content creation, launching the AI in Marketing podcast. He also hosts Back in America, a podcast exploring American identity through in-depth conversations on race, misinformation, and AI ethics.

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    5 mins
  • "ITG's PureRed Acquisition, AI Controversies, and Cutting-Edge Innovations with OpenAI and Elon Musk's xAI"

    "ITG's PureRed Acquisition, AI Controversies, and Cutting-Edge Innovations with OpenAI and Elon Musk's xAI"
    Feb 19 2025
    Dive into the latest happenings in Artificial Intelligence in marketing with our podcast "AI in Marketing". In today's episode, we cover Inspired Thinking Group's expansion and acquisition of the US-based company, PureRed, strengthening their global presence. Our next story covers the controversial use of sensitive federal data by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency resulting in lawsuits for alleged Privacy Act 1974 violations. In the AI research segment, we share fascinating insights from OpenAI’s investigation into the capacity of large language models to solve software bugs. Then, we discuss how UK-based firm Luminance is intensifying AI use in the legal industry through a $75 million funding boost. A recent decision by The New York Times to integrate AI tools in their editorial and product teams forms our next big topic, with the introduction of their new AI summarizing tool, Echo. Lastly, we delve into tech mogul Elon Musk's unveiling of Grok 3, an AI model praised as the smartest yet but also igniting discussions around accessibility and fairness. Join us for a deep dive into these pressing tech stories!
    • https://www.getvoicestream.com/
    • https://www.nytromarketing.com/
    • https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/itg-expands-globally-with-purered-acquisition-bringing-halo-content-model-to-north-america-302379390.html
    • https://www.wired.com/story/privacy-act-doge-lawsuits/
    • https://venturebeat.com/ai/ai-can-fix-bugs-but-cant-find-them-openais-study-highlights-limits-of-llms-in-software-engineering/
    • https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2025/luminance-raises-75-million-for-panel-of-judges-legal-ai-offering/
    • https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/17/the-new-york-times-has-greenlit-ai-tools-for-product-and-edit-staff/
    • https://opentools.ai/news/elon-musks-xai-unveils-grok-3-claiming-the-title-of-smartest-ai-on-earth
    ```

    About: Stan Berteloot
    Stan Berteloot is a French-American journalist, marketing strategist, and AI expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. A University of Maryland journalism graduate, he navigates the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture.
    As Head of Strategy at Nytro Marketing, he pioneered AI-driven content creation, launching the AI in Marketing podcast. He also hosts Back in America, a podcast exploring American identity through in-depth conversations on race, misinformation, and AI ethics.
    A sharp analyst and writer, Stan contributes to international publications, covering topics from remote work’s impact to climate change and the evolving media landscape.
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  • "AI Decision-Making Fusion & Social Media Influence: Companies leading the Change"

    "AI Decision-Making Fusion & Social Media Influence: Companies leading the Change"
    Feb 18 2025
    Welcome to the "AI in Marketing" podcast where we bring you the latest news about how AI is disrupting and enhancing the marketing landscape. In today's episode, we discuss a range of stories from how businesses are using hybrid approaches in AI decision-making to enhance reliability, transparency, and accountability in sectors like finance and healthcare, to the integration of DeepSeek AI into China's super app Weixin. We also delve into how Nextdoor plans to revive its platform by leveraging AI to enhance user engagement and how Ai is revolutionizing social media. In the world of hardware, we discuss how Realbotix's new vision system aims to boost human-robot interactions. In other news, we look at how digital influencers are challenging traditional search engines and boosting their influence on consumer behaviour. Lastly, we review a British study that underlines the risks posed by AI-generated disinformation spreading on social media, especially in the banking sector. Stay tuned for expert insights and analysis on all these developing stories.
    • https://www.getvoicestream.com/
    • https://www.nytromarketing.com/
    • https://harleydavis.substack.com/p/beyond-the-stochastic-parrot-building
    • https://www.therobotreport.com/realbotix-releases-robotic-ai-vision-system-humanoids/
    • https://technode.com/2025/02/17/wechat-integrates-ai-search-with-deepseek-seeks-to-allay-concerns-over-user-privacy/
    • https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/20389570901745
    • https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/17/nextdoors-nirav-tolia-thinks-he-can-turn-things-around-with-ai-he-has-a-lot-riding-on-it/
    • https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/ai-generated-content-raises-risks-more-bank-runs-uk-study-shows-2025-02-14/
    • https://neilpatel.com/blog/influencers-impact-seo-search/
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  • "AI Concerns & Big Tech Moves with Google, Apple and Meta; SAP-Databricks Partnership; BMW's Robotic Efficiency; DeepSeek's Security Blunders"

    "AI Concerns & Big Tech Moves with Google, Apple and Meta; SAP-Databricks Partnership; BMW's Robotic Efficiency; DeepSeek's Security Blunders"
    Feb 14 2025
    In this episode of "AI in Marketing," we dive into the world of artificial intelligence and its implications on various sectors. Listen as we discuss former Google CEO Eric Schmidt's warnings about potential misuse of AI, Apple's return to advertising on platform X amid political tensions and content moderation concerns. In corporate news, learn about SAP's partnership with Databricks to revolutionize data unification for businesses and how BMW Group is utilizing Boston Dynamics' Spot robot to boost efficiency and data analysis. We also address controversial declarations from Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth and recent concerns about security and privacy in the DeepSeek AI app. Tune in as we unravel these intriguing stories pushing the boundaries of AI in marketing and beyond.
    • https://www.getvoicestream.com/
    • https://www.nytromarketing.com/
    • https://aimagazine.com/ai-strategy/ex-google-ceo-warns-of-terrorist-extreme-risk-posed-by-ai
    • https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/02/13/apple-is-once-again-advertising-on-x-more-than-a-year-after-stopping-all-ads-on-the-platform
    • https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2025/ai-models-openai-unveils-ai-model-plans-anthropic-launches-economic-index/
    • https://www.therobotreport.com/how-spot-helped-bmw-address-its-data-blind-spots/
    • https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/13/meta-cto-says-staff-should-quit-if-they-dont-like-metas-new-policies/
    • https://www.govinfosecurity.com/security-researchers-warn-new-risks-in-deepseek-ai-app-a-27486
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  • "OpenAI's Future & Tech Giants' Controversies: Google, Apple, & Scarlett Johansson's Plea"

    "OpenAI's Future & Tech Giants' Controversies: Google, Apple, & Scarlett Johansson's Plea"
    Feb 13 2025
    Join us on AI in Marketing, where we discuss the latest updates and developments in the world of artificial intelligence. Today we cover OpenAI's upcoming GPT-5 model enhancement and the integration of key technologies; Google's shakeup in diversity initiatives and AI policies; OpenAI's inclusive accessibility approach with Deep Research. We also delve into a Thomson Reuters copyright legal victory relating to AI, an appeal for stricter AI regulations from Hollywood actress Scarlett Johansson, and the onset of Apple's health study using technology to revolutionize personal health monitoring. Lastly, explore the stance of Hims & Hers telehealth company on America's obesity pandemic, marking a shift in advertising strategy. Stay tuned for these stories and much more!
    • https://www.getvoicestream.com/
    • https://www.nytromarketing.com/
    • https://x.com/sama
    • https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/feb/12/google-all-staff-meeting-ai-dei
    • https://gizmodo.com/openai-says-it-will-make-its-200-deep-research-model-available-for-free-2000563047
    • https://apnews.com/article/ai-artificial-intelligence-reuters-4a127c5b7e8bb76c84499fe12ad643c8
    • https://gizmodo.com/scarlett-johansson-calls-for-new-ai-laws-after-fake-video-of-her-goes-viral-2000563076
    • https://www.fastcompany.com/91277658/apple-health-study-research-app-iphone-watch-airpod-how-to-participate
    • https://www.marketingbrew.com/stories/2025/02/10/hims-and-hers-weight-loss-drugs-super-bowl
    ```
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  • "WikiLeaks Defense, AI Insights and Controversial Google Updates: Discussing Wikimedia, Microsoft, Edelman and YouTube Trends"

    "WikiLeaks Defense, AI Insights and Controversial Google Updates: Discussing Wikimedia, Microsoft, Edelman and YouTube Trends"
    Feb 12 2025
    Welcome to "AI in Marketing", your weekly round-up on the latest in the world of AI, Marketing and Technology. In this episode, we'll delve into the exciting updates from Wikimedia Foundation adopting new tools for protections amidst perceived threats from Elon Musk and the Heritage Foundation. We'll also listen to the insights shared by Alexia Adana, VP and Creative Technology Director at Edelman, as she discusses AI implementation in marketing and its potential to address societal challenges. We then move onto the defense technology sphere, diving into Microsoft's landmark decision to shift the upkeep of their Army HoloLens program to Anduril Industries. As if that's not enough, we assess the surprising shift in YouTube US viewing habits from mobile to television, leading to notable changes in their engagement strategies aided by AI. We probe into the recent Paris summit where the US and UK evoked mixed responses by choosing not to endorse a declaration on "inclusive and sustainable" AI. And to cap it all, we shed light on the controversies and backlash faced by Google over its changes to the default Google Calendar. Join us on this journey as we shine light on these intriguing developments with a sense of objectivity and curiosity. Stay tuned!
    • https://www.getvoicestream.com/
    • https://www.nytromarketing.com/
    • https://www.404media.co/email/38ceb17c-6aa0-47ea-942f-d3413f153a81
    • https://www.marketingbrew.com/stories/2025/02/07/all-things-ai-with-alexia-adana
    • https://www.engadget.com/ar-vr/microsoft-wants-to-hand-off-much-of-its-army-hololens-program-to-palmer-luckeys-anduril-190223240.html
    • https://www.thewrap.com/youtube-more-people-watch-tv-vs-mobile/
    • https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/feb/11/us-uk-paris-ai-summit-artificial-intelligence-declaration
    • https://www.theverge.com/news/610580/apple-maps-gulf-of-america
    • https://mashable.com/article/google-calendar-removes-holidays
    ```
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  • "OpenAI Strategy Battles & AI Investments: Navigating the Tech Titans, Telecom Triumphs, and Systemic Shifts"

    "OpenAI Strategy Battles & AI Investments: Navigating the Tech Titans, Telecom Triumphs, and Systemic Shifts"
    Feb 11 2025
    Join us for today's episode of "AI in Marketing" as we delve into the most recent developments in the world of artificial intelligence. We'll start with the power play between OpenAI and Elon Musk's Xai as they vie for control. Tune in to hear about the controversial $97.4 billion bid and the ongoing $40 billion fundraising round that's heating up the competition. Switching gears, we'll spotlight the telecom industry's 5G uplink speed record recently set by Ericsson, Telstra, and Qualcomm Technologies. As we cross the waters to France, we discuss President Macron's massive investment in AI, intending to counter the US's substantial Stargate program. We then move to the entertainment industry to touch on Walton Goggins' eyewear line launch, examining how brands are leveraging upcoming events for marketing. Lastly, we'll discuss the impact of Generative AI on critical thinking, exploring a recent study's findings on the possible implications on knowledge work. Stay tuned for these stories and more on "AI in Marketing".
    • https://www.getvoicestream.com/
    • https://www.nytromarketing.com/
    • https://helloexpress.net/huawei-launches-huawei-watch-d2-a-medical-breakthrough-in-wearable-tech/
    • https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/10/technology/elon-musk-openai-bid.html
    • https://news.causalitylink.com/read/list/13_202502100230ALBA____ME_NA_NE_17193_474614908_138.2336,b001
    • https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/10/macron-unveils-a-112b-ai-investment-package-as-frances-answer-to-stargate/
    • https://www.marketingbrew.com/stories/2025/02/06/super-bowl-teasers-stunts-godaddy-coors-light
    • https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/uploads/prod/2025/01/lee_2025_ai_critical_thinking_survey.pdf?ref=404media.co
    ```
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