In Episode 15 of The Sherveen Show, we dive deep into the intersection of tech, startups, business, and society with a jam-packed lineup of thought-provoking topics:

Why is Mark Cuban's vision for a decentralized TikTok competitor potentially flawed? In this episode, we dive deep into why protocols like AT (powering BlueSky) might actually reduce innovation in social media, contrary to popular belief. Plus, we unpack why Reels and YouTube Shorts haven't truly captured TikTok's magic – it's not just about the algorithm.

But that's just the beginning. We're exploring some massive moves in AI: OpenAI is literally funding local newsrooms through Axios (yes, really), and Google's teaming up with AP in what might be the biggest push for real-time AI yet. Plus, LinkedIn just dropped game-changing AI tools for both job seekers and recruiters, adding another fascinating layer to the ongoing AI arms race in hiring.

- Mark Cuban’s Big Idea: Could a decentralized TikTok rival really compete with the social media giants? We explore the promise and pitfalls of building on the AT protocol—and why it might not be as revolutionary as it seems.

- TikTok vs. Reels & Shorts: Why Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts aren’t the natural successors to TikTok, despite their algorithmic efforts. We unpack the unique user dynamics driving TikTok’s staying power.

- AI Arms Race: OpenAI, Google, and the ongoing battle for high-quality data. From local news investments to real-time media partnerships, discover how AI companies are shaping the future of information—and what it means for you.

- Job Search in the AI Era: LinkedIn’s new tools for job seekers and recruiters promise smarter matches, but are we just fueling an endless AI-driven cycle? We discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead.

- Game-Changing AI Research: New advancements in large language models, from Google's Titan memory modules to Sakana AI's self-adaptive transformers, could redefine how AI evolves.

- Plus, a throwback to Hunter Walk’s prescient essay on the rise of tech as a power player and its struggles to adapt to newfound scrutiny.

If you're fascinated by the future of social media, AI innovation, and the ways technology shapes our world, this episode is for you.

Decentralized social media, Mark Cuban TikTok competitor, AT protocol, TikTok decentralization, OpenAI-Axios partnership, Google and The Associated Press, Gemini AI products, AI-powered news, AI training data, local journalism and AI, AI in media, social media innovation, TikTok vs Reels and Shorts, future of AI, large language models, tech innovation 2025, OpenAI newsrooms, Google Gemini, job search AI, recruiter AI, collective action.

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