"AI-First Duolingo and Job Crisis, Trump's AI Controversy, Microsoft Shutters Skype, Uber-Momenta's Autonomous Plans"

Tune into "AI in Marketing" as we delve into fascinating stories from the intersection of AI, technology, and society. First, we discuss Duolingo's aggressive move towards AI, replacing contractors with machine learning models, with Brian Merchant providing insights into what this may mean for the broader job market. Next, we dive into the societal implications of AI as it permeates various sectors from healthcare to the arts, potentially making human involvement obsolete. The conversation then takes a controversial spin, discussing President Trump's use of AI-generated imagery on Truth Social, leading to an online uproar. On the tech front, we'll uncover Microsoft's decision to discontinue Skype, firmly placing their bets on Microsoft Teams. Finally, we explore the ambitious partnership of Uber Technologies and Momenta, aiming to bring autonomous self-driving cars to numerous international markets. Join us for a thought-provoking journey through the world of AI, exploring its various implications, potential benefits, and looming challenges. https://www.getvoicestream.com/ https://www.nytromarketing.com/ https://techcrunch.com/2025/05/04/is-duolingo-the-face-of-an-ai-jobs-crisis/ https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/may/04/the-big-idea-can-we-stop-ai-making-humans-obsolete https://mashable.com/article/trump-ai-pope-image-truth-social https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-skype-shutting-down/ https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/uber-and-momenta-announce-strategic-agreement-for-robotaxi-deployment/ ```About: Stan Berteloot is a French journalist, marketing strategist, and AI expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. A University of Maryland journalism graduate, he navigates the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture. As Head of Strategy and CTO at Nytro Marketing, he pioneered AI-driven content creation, launching the AI in Marketing podcast. He also hosts Back in America, a podcast exploring American identity through in-depth conversations on race, misinformation, and AI ethics.