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Salim Ismail is the founder of OpenExO

Dave Blundin is the founder & GP of Link Ventures

Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross is a computer scientist and founder of Reified

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro: Podcast Setup & Guests
02:28 - GPT-5 Launch Reactions
07:36 - The Real Impact of Cost Reductions in AI
10:45 - AGI vs Specialized Intelligence Debate
14:02 - OpenAI’s Product Strategy & Iterative Releases
19:40 - Peter’s RFID Chip Implant Story
22:01 - Advice for Entrepreneurs Building with AI
26:30 - Why OpenAI Opened in India
28:58 - Zombie Startups & VC Model Breakdown
32:55 - The AI Model Race: Grok vs Gemini
36:10 - AI as Operating System of the World
38:33 - Iterating at the Speed of AI


My companies:

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Join Salim's Workshop to build your ExO https://openexo.com/10x-shift?video=P...
Grab dinner with MOONSHOT listeners: https://moonshots.dnnr.io/

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Connect with Salim:
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Join Salim's Workshop to build your ExO https://openexo.com/10x-shift?video=P...

Connect with Alex
Web: https://www.alexwg.org
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Email: [email protected]


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*Recorded on November 3rd, 2025
*The views expressed by me and all guests are personal opinions and do not constitute Financial, Medical, or Legal advice.