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    News: Google's Free AI Test Prep

    2026-1-22 | 10 mins.
    In this episode, we discuss the week's top news, featuring Google's introduction of free Gemini-powered SAT practice exams. We analyze the broad implications for education and technology.

    Chapters
    00:00 Intro & AIbox.ai Plug
    02:00 Google's Free SAT Prep
    05:09 AI in Education Debate
    12:14 Impact on Tutors & Google's Strategy

    In this episode, we discuss Google's new initiative offering free SAT practice exams powered by Gemini, exploring how this advancement will impact education and the broader implications of AI in learning. We also examine the potential disruption to traditional education companies and the evolving role of human tutors in an AI-integrated world.

    Chapters
    00:00 Google's Free SAT Exams
    00:00 AI's Impact on Education
    01:14 Role of AI in Learning
    05:05 AI vs. Traditional Tutoring

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    Anthropic CEO Criticizes NVIDIA Over AI Chip Sales to China

    2026-1-21 | 9 mins.
    In this episode, we discuss Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's strong criticism of the Trump administration's decision to allow NVIDIA to sell AI chips to China, comparing it to selling nuclear weapons. We also explore the implications of his comments given NVIDIA's significant investment and partnership with Anthropic and how these actions reflect the high stakes in the AI race.

    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction to Amodei's Criticism
    01:59 Context of Chip Sales and Amodei's Stance
    05:28 National Security and Nuclear Analogy
    08:36 Impact on Anthropic-NVIDIA Partnership

    Links
    Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai

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    News: AI Energy Demands

    2026-1-21 | 11 mins.
    In this episode, we report on the week's top news, covering the Trump administration's $15 billion power plant proposal and its response to AI's escalating energy demands. We provide crucial updates on this significant policy.

    Chapters
    00:00 AI's Power Hunger
    01:48 Trump Admin's Plan
    10:07 Energy Source Debate
    13:30 Accountability for Consumption

    In this episode, we explore the Trump administration's proposal for tech companies to invest $15 billion in power plants to meet the surging electricity demands of AI and data centers. We also discuss its potential impact on America's power grid, consumer costs, and the national effort to remain competitive in the global AI race.

    Chapters
    00:00 $15 Billion Power Plant Deal
    01:48 PJM Grid Operator & Energy Needs
    04:44 Alternative Power Solutions
    06:45 The Trump Administration's Plan
    10:05 Renewables vs. Consistent Power
    13:33 Addressing Critiques and Future

    Links
    Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai

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    Elon Musk Seeks $134B from OpenAI and Microsoft

    2026-1-19 | 12 mins.
    In this episode, we explore the ongoing 'wrongful gains' lawsuit filed by Elon Musk against OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking billions in damages. We also unpack recent unsealed documents, including diary entries and emails, that shed new light on OpenAI's early years, internal debates, and key partnerships.

    Chapters
    00:00 Elon Musk's Wrongful Gains Lawsuit
    01:48 AIbox.ai Sponsorship
    02:20 Musk's Allegations and Damage Claims
    06:49 OpenAI and Microsoft's Defense
    08:10 Unsealed Documents and Internal Revelations
    18:57 The Ongoing Legal Battle

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    AI Video Makes Headlines

    2026-1-15 | 10 mins.
    In this episode, we cover Higgsfield's $1.3 billion valuation, which made headlines in this week's news for AI video. We also discuss its significant impact on the tech industry.

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This Week in News is a podcast that brings you clear and concise breakdowns of the biggest stories shaping the world right now. Each episode covers politics, tech, culture, global events, and the moments everyone is talking about, all in a format that is easy to follow and packed with useful context. If you want to stay informed without the noise, this show keeps you up to speed on the news that matters most each week.
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