EP 265: Will AI Take Your Job? Plus Intel’s Quiet Transformation & AMD’s Opportunity in the AI Chip Race

Could AI make your job obsolete? Episode 265 of the Six Five Podcast tackles this question and other hot topics. Patrick Moorhead and Daniel Newman explore Amazon's AI-driven hiring slowdown and the potential impact on white-collar jobs. From HPE Discover highlights to OpenAI's legal battles with Microsoft, and a debate over the ethics of AI companies using copyrighted data for training, the boys are back with insightful commentary on the rapidly evolving tech landscape. This week’s handpicked topics include:

 

1. Intro: Recent events, including HPE Discover and the Six Five Summit 

2. Amazon's Announcement About Workforce Reduction: This aligns with broader industry trends, where AI and automation are reshaping workforce needs across various sectors & spans Amazon's diverse operations, including physical AI and robotics in warehouses, autonomous delivery systems, and white-collar knowledge work. (The Decode)

3. Microsoft and OpenAI’s Partnership: Examining the complex relationship between Microsoft and OpenAI, and the definition and implications of “AGI,” Artificial General Intelligence. (The Decode)
   Intel's Strategic Moves: Analysis of Lip Bu Tan’s recent shifts at Intel, including its automotive division shutdown. Plus, speculation on Intel's future focus and strategy. (The Decode)

4. Fair Use and AI Training: A debate on the use of copyrighted material for AI training. (The Flip)

5. Market Performance and Earnings: A review of Micron's recent earnings and market performance, and a look at the overall market trends and AI-related stocks. (Bulls & Bears)

6. NVIDIA's Market Performance: NVIDIA stock climbs to all-time highs & the factors contributing to their success in the AI market. (Bulls & Bears)

7. AI and Market Competition: Multiple winners in the AI chip market and an analysis of potential market share for companies like AMD, NVIDIA, Broadcom, and Marvell. (Bulls & Bears)

 

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