In The Blink of AI with Georgie Healy

In this groundbreaking episode of In the Blink of AI, Georgie is joined by Daniel Bertram, CEO and co-founder of GigaBuddy, to unpack the breaking news about DeepSeek’s new AI models. Together, they dive deep into the implications of DeepSeek's R1 and V3 reasoning models, NVIDIA's market shake-up, and the broader context of open-source versus closed AI systems. They also explore AI ethics, privacy concerns, and what these developments mean for startups, investors, and everyday users. Whether you're an AI enthusiast or curious about how these technologies impact you, this episode offers invaluable insights.

00:00 Introduction – DeepSeek news, AI breakthroughs, and Daniel's Australia Day BBQ

02:06 NVIDIA’s stock drop – What happened and the DeepSeek impact

04:45 DeepSeek’s R1 reasoning model – Why it’s revolutionary

07:48 Open-source vs. closed AI models – The Meta and DeepSeek contributions

11:10 NVIDIA’s AI chips – What they are, their role, and the challenges of innovation

15:30 Privacy concerns – Using AI models hosted in China

18:36 TikTok comparisons – National security concerns and data privacy

22:43 DeepSeek vs. OpenAI – Cost efficiency and the future of AI reasoning

28:57 Hyperscalers (Google, Amazon) – Their role in AI advancements

33:34 Ethical implications – Regulations and concerns in the AI space

38:35 GigaBuddy’s AI reasoning system – Building smarter AI-powered solutions

44:50 Closing thoughts – Future of AI reasoning and upcoming episodes

GigaBuddy: Learn about Daniel’s AI startup focusing on reasoning systems

Oracle, OpenAI, and SoftBank’s Stargate Project: Learn about their $500B data center initiative

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In this episode of In the Blink of AI, host Georgie Healy interviews Jeevika Makani, co-founder of TopRoad and Y Combinator alum. Jeevika explains TopRoad’s mission to democratise AI by helping developers monetise custom GPTs in the OpenAI store. She reveals how “apps” (or GPTs) can offer more specialised functionality than ChatGPT alone, enabling end-to-end user experiences, like e-commerce fulfilment or streamlined travel planning. Jeevika also shares her experiences graduating from Y Combinator, discussing what founders need to succeed and why creating tangible value for users is more important than hype. Finally, she dives into the broader potential of AI, dispelling the notion that we’ve reached “peak” AI. According to Jeevika, the true AI revolution has only just begun.

00:00 AI’s transformative impact: “We’re living through a knowledge revolution.”

00:37 Introduction: Georgie welcomes Jeevika and introduces TopRoad’s AI mission.

01:47 Origin of TopRoad: Pivoting in Jamaica, discovering the GPT store, and first GPT build.

03:32 Early product insights: Niche GPTs, monetisation gaps, and the developer experience.

05:14 The GPT store’s potential: Encouraging developers to build premium AI apps.

06:24 Y Combinator experience: Why authenticity and scrappiness matter for founders.

09:07 YC insights: Founders' resilience, pitching tips, and networking advantages.

11:45 Exploring TopRoad’s technical approach: Custom GPT actions and real-world examples.

18:07 Developer incentives: Monetisation models, compute costs, and app distribution challenges.

24:26 Democratising AI adoption: Personalised apps, vertical use cases, and user-friendly design.

29:03 Jeevika’s background: Building fintech in Nairobi and lessons for diverse founders.

36:02 Rapid Fire: Overhyped MBAs, favourite AI tools, and Microsoft Copilot skepticism.

41:16 Closing thoughts: AI’s untapped potential, staying optimistic, and TopRoad’s beta apps.

Context Crafter

Description: A tool by TopRoad that connects FAQs or company-specific data to generate highly contextualised responses, streamlining customer support and professional communications like investor updates.

TopRoad’s GPT Builder Tools

Description: Developer tools that enable custom GPT apps with analytics, monetisation options, and marketing features. Designed to be no-code friendly and integrated with the OpenAI GPT store.

Basel III Global Banking Framework

Description: A global standard providing a framework for banking regulation and risk management, referenced for scaling AI apps targeting financial institutions.

Private Apps by TopRoad

Description: Beta tools, including personalised AI apps for writing and contextualised data integrations, created to improve developer productivity and simplify access for non-technical users.

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In this compelling episode, Georgie Healy interviews Sam Garven, co-founder of Hello Canopy, a revolutionary AI-powered misconduct and psychosocial safety reporting platform. Sam shares her personal journey from experiencing workplace harassment to founding a startup aimed at creating safer workplaces. She discusses Canopy’s mission, the challenges of building an AI product as a non-technical founder, and the unique aspects of the Australian startup ecosystem. Sam also opens up about her experience with the Techstars Accelerator and emphasises the importance of building in public and embracing vulnerability. This episode is packed with insights on leadership, innovation, and resilience.

00:00 Introduction to In the Blink of AI and Sam Garven

00:36 Updates on Canopy’s Rebrand and Progress in 2025

03:05 Overview of Canopy: AI-Driven Misconduct and Safety Reporting

06:44 Sam’s Personal Experiences and Inspiration Behind Canopy

09:04 Becoming a Founder: From HR Expertise to Building a Startup

11:29 Industry Gaps in Misconduct Reporting and Canopy’s Unique Approach

16:31 Sam’s Experience in the Techstars Accelerator Program

21:29 The Importance of Building in Public and Embracing the Cringe

27:21 Challenges of Being a Female Founder in the Australian Startup Ecosystem

33:36 Metrics, Data Validation, and AI’s Role in Canopy’s Product

39:04 Privacy, Data Security, and the Challenges of Sensitive Information

45:16 Sam’s Vision for Canopy’s Future: Global Impact and Diverse Use Cases

47:18 Thoughts on VC Investment and Expanding the Team

49:21 Closing Call to Action: Joining Canopy’s Waitlist and Providing Insights

"Building in public is free marketing. Why wouldn’t I take my potential customers and advocates on the journey with me?" – Sam Garven

"We deal in such sensitive information that we can’t afford to break trust and call it a whoopsie." – Sam Garven

"Women are natural super connectors, and that’s a critical skill for building startups." – Sam Garven

"Embrace the cringe. LinkedIn is cringy, but it’s also where you’ll find people who believe the same things you do." – Sam Garven

"On the worst day of someone’s life, Canopy needs to be there to make reporting simple and effective." – Sam Garven

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In this episode of In the Blink of AI, host Georgie is joined by Alex Valente, co-founder of Redactive and a 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, to dive into Forbes' top 10 AI predictions for 2025. Together, they explore bold forecasts, from Meta’s Llama models to the rise of RoboTaxis and consumer-facing AI agents. Alex shares his expertise, breaking down the scaling laws in robotics and biology, the future of autonomous AI, and why safety in AI will dominate the agenda in 2025. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a casual listener, this episode combines education with entertainment, offering valuable insights into the exciting future of AI.

00:00 - Introduction: Alex Valente's perspective on technology and job creation.

00:32 - Meet the Guest: Alex Valente, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and Redactive co-founder.

03:06 - Meta’s Llama Models: Will they remain open-source or move to a paid model?

07:25 - Scaling Laws: How robotics and biology are the next frontiers.

11:22 - AI Agents: The rise of agents in consumer and enterprise workflows.

15:53 - AI Data Centers in Space: Debunking this bold prediction.

20:23 - Autonomous AI: Addressing fears and misconceptions.

36:42 - RoboTaxis: Market adoption and societal benefits.

45:36 - AI Safety: Why data security is paramount in 2025.

53:03 - Accessible Consumer Robotics: Predictions on household humanoid robots.

58:43 - Final Thoughts: Alex’s own predictions for 2025.

1. Redactive: redactive.ai – Explore their white paper on LLM data security.
2. Forbes Top 10 Predictions for 2025: Insights from the original report.
3. NVIDIA DGX Cloud: Learn about high-performance AI hardware.
4. Tesla Robots: Innovations in consumer robotics from Tesla.
5. Waymo: Google’s RoboTaxi service gaining traction in U.S. cities.
6. DeepSeek AI: China’s leading AI model provider.

1. AI Agents in 2025: AI will increasingly become "agentic," autonomously completing tasks on behalf of users.
2. Scaling Beyond Text: AI’s scaling laws will expand into robotics and biology, enabling breakthroughs in these fields.
3. RoboTaxis’ Big Leap: Self-driving taxis will gain significant market share in major U.S. cities, driven by safety and convenience.
4. AI Safety Challenges: Companies must address data security vulnerabilities as AI agents become integral to workflows.
5. Consumer Robotics: Affordable humanoid robots for household tasks may become mainstream by late 2025.
6. China’s Competitive Edge: China is poised to enter the AI market aggressively with cost-efficient models.
7. AI as a Financial Metric: Public companies will be evaluated based on their AI strategy and outcomes.

1. “We thought we’d invent robots to do art in our spare time, but instead, we invented robots that do art so we could do household tasks.” — Alex Valente
2. “Technology always increases the number of jobs available. It gets people to do more productive things and ends up creating jobs.” — Alex Valente
3. “AI agents will feel like members of your team, not just tools you use.” — Alex Valente
4. “Scaling laws are one of the worst things to bet against in technology.” — Alex Valente
5. “The IT department will evolve into an HR department for AI agents.” — Alex Valente

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In this episode of In the Blink of AI, Georgie Healy speaks with Brendan Cervin, CTO at Ideally, a cutting-edge consumer insights platform redefining the research process with AI. IDEALI enables companies to access overnight insights, turning weeks of research into hours, and has quickly become a game-changer for ANZ corporates. Brendan delves into the evolution of market research, the role of AI in creating actionable insights, and the challenges of integrating AI technologies into traditional business processes. From discussing Google Glass to synthetic data, this episode provides an insider’s perspective on the disruptive potential of AI in consumer research.

00:31 – Introduction to Brendan Cervin and Ideally

01:33 – What is Ideally?

02:30 – Why AI is essential for consumer research

04:05 – Consequences of not using consumer insights in product development

05:53 – Brendan’s thoughts on Google Glass and mismatched technology expectations

07:34 – Moving beyond sentiment analysis to clustering insights

12:56 – Low switching costs in AI platforms and their implications

14:36 – Challenges and potential applications of synthetic data in consumer research

22:48 – How Ideally delivers insights through AI-powered reports

29:42 – Brendan’s vision for Ideally in the next year

32:06 – Brendan’s take on AI’s rapid industry growth

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In this episode of In the Blink of AI, Georgie Healy speaks with Sha-mayne Chan, co-founder of Friyay, a startup dedicated to transforming small businesses with AI-driven solutions. Friyay makes businesses say, "Thank God It’s Friyay!" by automating tedious tasks, improving efficiency, and freeing up time for what matters most. Sha-mayne shares insights on human-centred design, her journey from graphic design to AI innovation, and practical tips for AI adoption. Tune in to learn how Friyay’s tools simplify operations, streamline lead generation, and help small businesses feel like every day is a productive Friday.

00:19 – Welcome and introduction to Sha-mayne Chan of Friyay.

01:28 – The story behind Friyay and its mission to make businesses say, "Thank God It’s Friyay!"

03:41 – How Friyay automates SMB tasks with AI-driven tools.

05:12 – The importance of human-centred design in AI solutions.

07:09 – Real-time productivity tools: Otter.ai and their role in simplifying workflows.

09:07 – Case studies: Automating proposals and streamlining lead generation.

12:31 – Challenges and opportunities in building an AI-driven startup.

18:34 – Metrics for success: Time saved and productivity gains for SMBs.

24:05 – Overcoming AI nervousness: Strategies for SMB adoption.

30:40 – Sha-mayne’s journey from graphic designer to AI entrepreneur.

43:39 – Closing thoughts and an introduction to Friyay’s newsletter

Human-Centred AI Design: Sha-mayne highlights the importance of designing AI solutions that align with user needs and their journey, ensuring maximum value.

Streamlining Business Operations: From lead generation to automated proposal creation, Friyay uses AI to reduce administrative burdens and boost efficiency.

Adoption Strategies for SMBs: Start small, focus on priority tasks, and experiment with AI tools to ensure a smooth and effective integration.

Overcoming AI Hesitation: Education, transparency, and practical experimentation are key to addressing nervousness about AI adoption among Australian SMBs.

Sha-mayne Chan: "Our mission at Friyay is to set small businesses on autopilot so they can focus on what truly matters—whether that’s growth, creativity, or spending more time with their families."

Georgie Healy: "It’s incredible how a tool like Otter.ai can change workflows, saving hours and letting people focus on higher-value activities."

Sha-mayne Chan: "Australians are among the most hesitant globally about AI, but with education and the right tools, we can overcome that fear and harness its power."

Sha-mayne Chan: "Every day should feel like a Friday—you’ve achieved so much that you can end the day on a high note."

Sha-mayne Chan: "AI isn’t about replacing people; it’s about augmenting and improving what we do, making work more efficient and freeing up time for what matters."

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In this episode of "In the Blink of AI," host Georgie Healy engages with Riccardo Grinover, Senior Product Manager and AI Specialist at Leonardo AI. Riccardo delves into the transformative journey of Leonardo AI from its inception using off-the-shelf models to becoming a pioneer in custom AI models like the Phoenix. They explore the intricate balance between rapid innovation and maintaining high-quality outputs, the strategic role of AI researchers in pushing the envelope of what's possible, and how real-time image generation is revolutionising user interaction. The discussion also covers the impact of Leonardo's acquisition by Canva, envisioning a future where generative AI tools are even more accessible and integrated into creative workflows. Whether you're an AI enthusiast or a professional in the field, this conversation offers deep insights into the challenges and triumphs of developing cutting-edge AI technologies.

00:00 – Introduction and Leonardo's early model development

02:24 – Leonardo's image and video generation capabilities

05:29 – The role of a Senior Product Manager in AI development

07:45 – Challenges of real-time image generation

11:01 – The development and impact of the Phoenix model

14:13 – Real-time interactions with AI models

19:09 – The synergy and future prospects post Canva acquisition

23:26 – The balance between rapid release cycles and quality assurance

26:26 – Discussing the role of AI researchers at Leonardo

33:35 – The evolution of computational needs for AI models

42:09 – Addressing technical challenges in AI product management

46:07 – Riccardo reflects on the Canva acquisition and its benefits

50:01 – Rapid fire questions: Model priorities, the potential of AGI, and admiration for AI startups

57:59 – Final thoughts and the future of Leonardo AI under Canva

"Building our own AI models allowed us to stay at the forefront of technology and ensure our tools were tailored to the creative processes of our users." – Riccardo Grinover

"The acquisition by Canva has empowered us to push boundaries further and faster, ensuring that Leonardo AI continues to lead in generative AI." – Riccardo Grinover

"Real-time image generation has not just changed the workflow but transformed how users perceive and interact with AI, making it a collaborative tool rather than just a service." – Riccardo Grinover

"We aim to democratise AI in creative industries, making it accessible not just to engineers but to artists and creators across the globe." – Riccardo Grinover

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In this episode of In the Blink of AI, host Georgie Healy speaks with Annie Liao, founder of BuildClub, an AI-focused community and learning platform. Annie shares the journey from a weekend coworking group to a thriving ecosystem helping over a thousand founders and engineers learn, build, and grow in AI. They discuss why technical founders often struggle with customer validation, how AI is reducing barriers to entry for startups, and the importance of diversity, inclusion, and accessible education. From partnering with frontier dev tools to envisioning a future where anyone can build with AI, Annie’s insights paint a picture of a rapidly evolving landscape. If you’ve ever considered launching an AI project or up-skilling to meet the new era’s demands, this episode is a must-listen.

01:10 – Origins of BuildClub and its community roots

05:30 – From side projects to funded ventures: success stories

09:45 – Why technical founders need to talk to customers early

14:20 – Partnering with AI dev tools and building a learning platform

19:00 – The future of AI education: career tracks and global reach

24:15 – Diversity, inclusion, and safe AI practices

30:00 – Advice for Aussie founders and connecting with the US market

• Claude by Anthropic – Recommended AI chatbot tool

• Cohere – AI language model provider collaborating with BuildClub’s curriculum

• Various Dev Tools (e.g., Blend. ai) featured in BuildClub’s learning modules

"If you had to hire three software engineers before, now you might only need one armed with Copilot or Cursor, and they’ll deliver the same output." – Annie Liao

"There’s a saying now that English is almost like the new coding language—AI tools let you build without traditional code." – Annie Liao

"Building a startup is just surviving and not giving up. Resilience matters more than almost anything else." – Annie Liao

"If there’s any time to jump into AI, it’s now—don’t wait until everyone else is ahead." – Annie Liao

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In this engaging episode of "In the Blink of AI," host Georgie Healy speaks with Christina Maher, founder and CEO of BrainLand. Christina, a neuroscientist and biomedical engineer, shares her journey from academia to launching a health tech startup focused on brain health. The discussion explores the intersection of AI technology and healthcare, touching on the use of biometrics, the significance of personal and familial health experiences, and the future of digital health tools. Insights into the challenges and processes of integrating AI in medical applications, as well as the broader impact of technology on healthcare, are also discussed.

00:00 - Introduction to Christina Maher and BrainLand

01:27 - Why Christina pursued a PhD in neuroscience

05:22 - The healthcare system's diagnostic challenges

07:47 - From academia to launching BrainLand

11:13 - The role of AI in BrainLand

14:32 - Using AI for customer research and data analysis

18:29 - Explanation of 'nearables' and homomorphic encryption

23:23 - Impact of AI in healthcare according to Christina

28:30 - Christina's academic background and its impact on her startup journey

33:09 - Hiring practices and team dynamics at BrainLand

36:28 - Introduction of Melon Mag for brain health education

41:02 - Closing remarks and call to action

• BrainLand: Christina’s health tech startup.

• Fetch Pet: AI tool for pet health.

• Melon Mag: An educational resource created by Christina to promote brain health awareness.

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In this episode of In the Blink of AI, we meet Angela Shi, the CEO and co-founder of Empathetic AI, a Sydney-based startup revolutionising the tax industry with artificial intelligence. Angela shares her journey from being a finance professional with over 14 years of experience to becoming a first-time founder tackling complex tax challenges through their AI assistant, Luna.

She discusses how Luna, a domain-specific large language model trained on decades of Australian tax legislation and rulings, assists tax professionals by simplifying complex scenarios and increasing productivity. Angela delves into the technical aspects of building Luna, the importance of human expertise in AI development, and how Empathetic AI addresses data sensitivity and compliance. She also opens up about overcoming personal challenges as an immigrant and introverted female founder, offering valuable insights into entrepreneurship, continuous learning, and finding meaning in her work.

00:00 Introduction to In the Blink of AI and Angela Shi

03:11 Empathetic AI's Rapid Growth and Building a Community

06:11 Introducing Luna, the AI Tax Assistant

10:11 Building Luna: Data Sources and Model Training

14:36 Handling Data Sensitivity and Compliance

17:51 Updating Luna with Changes in Legislation

21:10 The Role of Human Expertise in AI Development

24:20 Angela's Journey from CFO to AI Founder

28:01 Challenges of Entrepreneurship and Continuous Learning

36:09 Overcoming Personal Obstacles and Finding Meaning

38:38 Rapid-Fire Questions and Insights

44:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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