Episode 211: Disney's AI Pivot, New GPT-5.2, and Seed Funding Trends

Today, we dive into Disney's strategic pivot with a $1B OpenAI investment and a licensing deal for Sora, amidst their legal battle with Google. We also explore OpenAI's new GPT-5.2 model family and Google's counter-moves with Deep Research and 'Disco' browser. Discover how AI is shaping industries like EV and e-commerce, and crucial trends in seed-stage startup funding. We wrap up by examining the societal implications of AI mimicry, the push for national AI regulation, and new social media laws for teens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.