📣The Ultimate Guide to AI Marketing Tools in 2025Plus: The VC Firms Most Exposed to AI - It seems like Cheating Pays Off in the AI World
Friday is here, fellow readers. Today, we share a practical guide to AI marketing, packed with insights you can apply to your work or ideas next week. We're also seeing a surprising trend that cheating apps are proving more profitable than educational AI tools and are attracting funding even without viable products. Meanwhile, Microsoft and OpenAI may be filing for divorce soon. Stay curious, and have a great weekend!
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The VC Firms Most Exposed to AIVenture capitalists have poured $52.4B into AI startups since mid 2024, with SoftBank and Thrive Capital alone leading $20B, despite not even being in the top nine a year ago. The average AI deal now tops $372M, up from $96M two years ago.
Big bets include:
But not all returns are gold, some firms saw modest gains or quasi-acquisitions (e.g., Character.ai, Adept). Still, investor confidence is sky-high as enterprise and consumer demand surges. The AI race is barely getting started with major Data Centers, Robotics, and other infrastructure needed to grow and maintain LLMs, and perhaps even new devices that will be needed to be able to truly consume the output, this technology has a lot of room to grow and investors seem to be eager to throw even trillions at it. Some of these devices may serve our senses differently, from wearables to scary brain implants. Additionally, the evolution of agents is barely beginning, where machines will only communicate with other machines to accomplish their goals. This will bring a different communication form, traveling through different devices and formats, not needed for mortals to see or understand. I don't use RAG, I just retrieve documents
They say RAG is dead. They're wrong.
30 minutes to fix what's broken. Real tactics. No theory. It seems like Cheating Pays Off in the AI World
Andreessen Horowitz's $15M investment in Cluely signals a shift in AI startup strategy, prioritizing speed and controversy-driven marketing over traditional product development. Cluely gained attention by promoting itself as a tool to "cheat on everything," even without a functional product. a16z partner Bryan Kim believes that in the fast-moving AI landscape, rapid viral momentum, not perfection, is key to staying ahead, making Cluely’s controversial approach a potential new blueprint for consumer-facing AI startups. 🧠 Learning Corner.
Ideal for students, graduate researchers, and academics looking to study cutting-edge topics efficiently. Microsoft and OpenAI Disputes are just starting.
Microsoft no longer believes OpenAI can achieve AGI (Artificial General Intelligence), a foundational goal that once unified the two. Tensions are rising as OpenAI seeks to restructure into a for-profit company and renegotiate its contract with Microsoft, its largest backer. Some of their issues are:
Microsoft and OpenAI are locked in a high-stakes power struggle over the future of AGI, profit rights, and control over the most valuable AI technologies. The issues may continue to arise and OpenAI signed more contracts with other partners, gets more funding from different investors, and as they build apps that directly compete with Microsoft. We shall see how this divorce ends. Stay tuned. 🧰 AI ToolsBook Discovery
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💣Can the Second Amendment Cover AI-Powered Weapons?
Happy Monday, Team. I came across an interesting article on autonomous weapons that raised a big question: Can the Second Amendment cover AI-powered weapons? Let’s talk about it. Also, SoftBank has no fear and keeps adding zeros to its investments; now, there’s talk of a $1 trillion AI and robotics complex. And as AI rapidly expands, should workers be worried? Is AI coming for all jobs? let’s dive in and stay curious.
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I don't use RAG, I just retrieve documents
They say RAG is dead. They're wrong.
30 minutes to fix what's broken. Real tactics. No theory. Can the Second Amendment Cover AI-Powered Weapons?
I just came across a fascinating and chilling article on AWS. Not Amazon Web Services, but Autonomous Weapon Systems, the AI-powered machines designed with one goal: to kill. These systems are simpler to build than you might think as they only have a single objective. Their designs can vary, from large humanoid robots and war tanks to large drones or even insect-sized killing machines. As AI advances, it becomes easier to build weapons that were once reserved for nation-states. This made me reflect on the Second Amendment, ratified in 1791 (some sources say 1789) to protect the right to bear arms for self-defense and maintain a militia. But at that time, in 1791, the deadliest weapon was a flintlock musket, a slow-to-reload and wildly inaccurate weapon. Fast forward to today, we have, sadly, witnessed mass shootings where AR-15s, high-capacity magazines, bump stocks, and other highly sophisticated automatic weapons have been used. And now, potentially autonomous and bio-engineered AI weapons are being built in a garage. OpenAI has warned of a future where amateurs can escalate from basic homemade tools to biological agents or weaponized AI drones, all with a bit of time, motivation, and an internet connection. So the question becomes: What does the Second Amendment mean in an era where a laptop and drone can create mass destruction? Could someone claim the right to build or deploy an AWS under the same constitutional protections written over 230 years ago? Would love to hear your thoughts on this intersection of law, ethics, and AI warfare. 🧠 Learning Corner.
Should workers be afraid of AI?Employers think so and are using it as a Threat
Executives are sending mixed signals about AI, urging employees to embrace it while warning that it may lead to job cuts. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy and JPMorgan leaders have hinted at workforce reductions, echoing a growing wave of similar corporate messages. Some, like Shopify’s CEO, are making AI usage a baseline expectation before hiring. This tough talk serves multiple purposes:
But experts warn this fear-based approach can backfire, hurting morale, creativity, and collaboration. Workers may resist adopting AI if they believe it’s being used to replace them. But the bigger question is: Is this inevitable? As AI continues to evolve, can we really stop the momentum of automation and tech-driven efficiency? A more productive workforce often means fewer workers are needed, and that pattern tends to repeat itself. We're also seeing a rise in companies offering AI-powered automation services at lower costs, reducing headcounts and putting downward pressure on wages. You don’t need to fear AI, but you do need to understand how it’s shifting your industry. Stay alert to these patterns, identify which skills are becoming obsolete, and commit to continuous learning and upskilling. Because yes, your job could be changed, automated, or eliminated. But preparation beats panic. 🧰 AI ToolsResearch Tools
Download our list of 1000+ Tools for free. SoftBank Eyes $1 Trillion AI & Robotics Complex in Arizona
SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son is reportedly planning a $1 trillion industrial complex in Arizona, called "Project Crystal Land" focused on building AI-powered robots and reviving high-tech manufacturing in the U.S. The complex may include large-scale robotics production lines and could involve Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), though their role or commitment remains unclear. If realized, this would be one of the most ambitious AI infrastructure investments ever proposed in the U.S. 🚀 Showcase Your Innovation in the Premier Tech and AI Newsletter (link) As a vanguard in the realm of technology and artificial intelligence, we pride ourselves in delivering cutting-edge insights, AI tools, and in-depth coverage of emerging technologies to over 55,000+ tech CEOs, managers, programmers, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts. Our readers represent the brightest minds from industry giants such as Tesla, OpenAI, Samsung, IBM, NVIDIA, and countless others. Explore sponsorship possibilities and elevate your brand's presence in the world of tech and AI. Learn more about partnering with us. You’re a free subscriber to Yaro’s Newsletter. For the full experience, become a paying subscriber. Disclaimer: We do not give financial advice. Everything we share is the result of our research and our opinions. Please do your own research and make conscious decisions.
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