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Big Tech's Tariff Chaos + A.I. 2027 + Llama Drama

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Big Tech's Tariff Chaos + A.I. 2027 + Llama Drama

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2025/04/11

Big Tech's Tariff Chaos + A.I. 2027 + Llama Drama

Big Tech's Tariff Chaos + A.I. 2027 + Llama Drama

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2025/04/11

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This week, with the tech world in chaos over President Trump’s tariffs, we look at how four specific companies are navigating the new day-to-day reality. Then, the A.I. researcher Daniel Kokotajlo returns to the show to discuss a new set of predictions for...

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In this episode, the podcast delves into the tech industry's response to President Trump's tariffs, examining how major companies are adapting. It also features an insightful discussion with AI researcher Daniel Kokotajlo on the future of artificial intelligence and addresses controversies surrounding Meta's latest AI model.

00:00

Trump's tariffs alter tech purchasing behaviors

17:25

Zuckerberg paid Trump $25 million after suspending him

22:53

Daniel Kokotajlo left OpenAI last year to lead the AI Futures Project

34:50

Two possible endings after an intelligence explosion are a slowdown or dystopia.

01:00:36

If winning the AI race, one shouldn't waste time optimizing for a specific competition.

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How Are Tech Buying Habits Changing Under Tariffs?

00:00

Navigating Uncertainty: Tech Giants Respond to Tariff Policies

02:49

Why Do Executives Prefer Stability Over Turmoil?

22:53

What Does the Future Hold for AI by 2027?

26:34

Did Meta Play Fair With Its Latest AI Benchmark?

51:14

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Daniel Kokotajlo: Hi, it's Kevin Roose from New York Times Cooking. We've got tons of easy weeknight recipes, and today I'm making my five-ingredient creamy miso pasta. You just take your starchy pasta water, whisk it together with a little bit of miso and...