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Exploring the Future of Social Media with Ownable AI Characters
In this episode of the Band of Insiders podcast, Funs Jacobs dives deep into the emerging trend of ownable AI characters in social media. Building on last week’s discussion about the evolution of social platforms, Jacobs explores how AI-generated content and AI characters are set to transform the social media landscape. He explains the mechanics behind social media algorithms, the shift from friend graphs to interest graphs, and the potential introduction of AI characters as nodes in these graphs. Jacobs discusses the current state and future possibilities of AI characters like the popular account @aixbt on Twitter and platforms like Character.AI. With insights into the business opportunities created by digital property rights and NFT technology, he highlights how creatives can turn AI characters into profitable ventures. Tune in to learn about the technology stack enabling ownable characters and what this means for the future of entertainment and social engagement.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:17 The Rise of Ownable AI Characters
02:10 Understanding Social Media Mechanics
04:40 AI Characters in Social Media
07:14 Early Success and Future Potential of AI Characters
09:31 Business Opportunities with AI Characters
14:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
About Band of Insiders
Band of Insiders is a future forward platform and community for curious marketers, brand leaders, and founders who want to stay ahead of the curve. We explore the cultural and technological shifts shaping business—from AI to blockchain, gaming to Gen Z behavior—and what they really mean for you.
Hosted by Funs Jacobs: Dutch innovation strategist with 10+ years of experience in advertising, music, sports, and tech. Now based in Bali, Funs helps brands around the world spot what’s next and act on it, fast.
Subscribe to the newsletter for weekly deep dives and rapid signals: www.funsjacobs.com
Join the WhatsApp community for real-time drops and discussion.
Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/funsj
Connect on Instagram: @funs.eth or @band.of.insiders
By Funs JacobsExploring the Future of Social Media with Ownable AI Characters
In this episode of the Band of Insiders podcast, Funs Jacobs dives deep into the emerging trend of ownable AI characters in social media. Building on last week’s discussion about the evolution of social platforms, Jacobs explores how AI-generated content and AI characters are set to transform the social media landscape. He explains the mechanics behind social media algorithms, the shift from friend graphs to interest graphs, and the potential introduction of AI characters as nodes in these graphs. Jacobs discusses the current state and future possibilities of AI characters like the popular account @aixbt on Twitter and platforms like Character.AI. With insights into the business opportunities created by digital property rights and NFT technology, he highlights how creatives can turn AI characters into profitable ventures. Tune in to learn about the technology stack enabling ownable characters and what this means for the future of entertainment and social engagement.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:17 The Rise of Ownable AI Characters
02:10 Understanding Social Media Mechanics
04:40 AI Characters in Social Media
07:14 Early Success and Future Potential of AI Characters
09:31 Business Opportunities with AI Characters
14:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
About Band of Insiders
Band of Insiders is a future forward platform and community for curious marketers, brand leaders, and founders who want to stay ahead of the curve. We explore the cultural and technological shifts shaping business—from AI to blockchain, gaming to Gen Z behavior—and what they really mean for you.
Hosted by Funs Jacobs: Dutch innovation strategist with 10+ years of experience in advertising, music, sports, and tech. Now based in Bali, Funs helps brands around the world spot what’s next and act on it, fast.
Subscribe to the newsletter for weekly deep dives and rapid signals: www.funsjacobs.com
Join the WhatsApp community for real-time drops and discussion.
Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/funsj
Connect on Instagram: @funs.eth or @band.of.insiders