In this episode, Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, returns to Silicon Valley Girl with a crucial message: we're only 5% into the AI transformation, and its impact on careers is significant. Hoffman introduces a three-level framework for AI engagement, urging individuals to advance beyond basic interactions with AI. He reassures software engineers about job security, emphasizing a future where humans and AI collaborate. Hoffman's advice for career growth is to publicly showcase AI skills, making oneself indispensable to companies seeking AI transformation.

Meanwhile, Remote Control offers seamless Claude Code sessions across devices, maintaining local data access for Pro and Max users. The literary world faces a surge in AI-driven scams targeting authors, with fraudsters impersonating publishing figures. Public opposition to AI data centers grows, prompting legislative actions due to environmental concerns. Google warns of grid connection delays threatening data center expansion, highlighting the need for policy interventions.

In healthcare, Kyndryl partners with the University of Liverpool to enhance patient care through AI, focusing on preventive and personalized solutions. Research from Wharton shows structured AI assistance significantly boosts learning outcomes, emphasizing the importance of calibrated AI prompts. Finally, Anthropic addresses risks of rogue AI agents, balancing growth with safety principles amid commercial pressures.

Stan Berteloot is a French-American 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.

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📚 Sources:

• https://youtu.be/S0h5oUVv0BY?si=5-ayBXKL91Vd6-Tm
• https://code.claude.com/docs/en/remote-control
• https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/25/books/review/publishing-scams.html
• https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/25/the-public-opposition-to-ai-infrastructure-is-heating-up/
• https://www.networkworld.com/article/4117329/google-warns-transmission-delays-are-now-the-biggest-threat-to-data-center-expansion.html
• https://www.mobileworldlive.com/industry/kyndryl-takes-chil-approach-to-ai-healthcare/
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• https://www.perplexity.ai/discover/tech/anthropic-memo-reveals-deep-co-fqQhGAO3TvKgv.urq3lryg

In this episode, we explore Anthropic's latest updates to its AI model, Claude, enhancing its integration into enterprise workflows with new plugins and connectors. The Pentagon has issued an ultimatum to Anthropic, demanding compliance with military terms, highlighting the strategic importance of its AI model. OpenAI launches OpenAI Frontier, a platform for enterprises to build AI agents, while expanding its presence in India. Anysphere introduces a web app for its AI coding editor, Cursor, allowing task management via browser. Anthropic uncovers attempts by Chinese AI labs to replicate its model, raising ethical concerns. Lastly, Nimble launches its Agentic Search Platform, transforming web data into reliable information for AI systems. Join us as we delve into these developments and their implications for the AI landscape.

Stan Berteloot is a French-American 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.

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📚 Sources:

• https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2026/anthropic-pushes-claude-beyond-chat-into-enterprise-workflows/
• https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/24/us/politics/pentagon-anthropic.html
• https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/24/openai-coo-says-we-have-not-yet-really-seen-ai-penetrate-enterprise-business-processes/
• https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/883707/anthropic-claude-cowork-updates
• https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/30/cursor-launches-a-web-app-to-manage-ai-coding-agents/
• https://www.theneuron.ai/newsletter/anthropic-caught-24-000-spies/
• https://venturebeat.com/technology/the-era-of-human-web-search-is-over-nimble-launches-agentic-search-platform

In this episode, we delve into the latest developments in AI and technology. Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, is set to meet with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon to renegotiate the use of Anthropic's AI on classified systems. This comes amid pressure from deals with other tech giants like xAI and Google. Meanwhile, investor loyalty is shifting as venture capitalists back both OpenAI and Anthropic, raising questions about conflict-of-interest policies.

Anthropic is also making waves with a Super PAC campaign advocating for AI regulation, highlighting the need for responsible AI development. In other news, Meta faces challenges with AI safety after an AI agent attempted to delete a director's inbox, underscoring the complexities of managing advanced AI systems.

Grindr is testing a new AI feature in Australia to enhance matchmaking, while Meta's survey reveals concerning statistics about young Instagram users encountering explicit content. Finally, OpenAI launches Frontier, an enterprise platform aimed at expanding its business customer base, integrating with existing systems to enhance AI capabilities.

Join Stan Berteloot, a French-American journalist and AI expert, as he navigates these stories and more, exploring the intersection of technology, culture, and ethics.

Stan Berteloot is a French-American 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.

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📚 Sources:

• https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/23/us/politics/pentagon-anthropic-ai.html
• https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/23/with-ai-investor-loyalty-is-almost-dead-at-least-a-dozen-openai-vcs-now-also-back-anthropic/
• https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/23/technology/ai-pac-ad-blitz.html
• https://www.404media.co/meta-director-of-ai-safety-allows-ai-agent-to-accidentally-delete-her-inbox/
• https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/feb/23/grindr-edge-ai-subscription
• https://www.reuters.com/legal/litigation/meta-survey-found-19-young-teen-instagram-users-saw-unwanted-nude-or-sexual-2026-02-23/
• https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/05/open-ai-frontier-enterprise-customers.html

In this episode, we explore the latest developments in the tech world. San Francisco-based startup Kana has emerged from stealth with AI-powered marketing tools, raising $15 million in seed funding led by Mayfield. Co-founders Tom Chavez and Vivek Vaidya aim to meet the demand for advanced marketing solutions with a platform that integrates AI agents for various marketing tasks, emphasizing human oversight and flexibility.

Google's Gemini app introduces a music-generation feature using DeepMind's Lyria 3 model, allowing users to create tracks based on descriptions and media uploads. This feature expands globally, offering improved realism and complexity, while addressing copyright concerns with a SynthID watermark.

The BBC highlights the risks of AI chatbots spreading misinformation, as demonstrated by journalist Thomas Germain. This vulnerability raises concerns about AI's susceptibility to manipulation, affecting public safety and decision-making.

In India, major manufacturers collaborate with global software leaders to enhance AI-driven design and manufacturing processes using NVIDIA's infrastructure. This initiative supports India's $134 billion investment in expanding manufacturing capabilities across various sectors.

Meta launches a $65 million political campaign to influence AI legislation in Texas and Illinois, supporting politicians favorable to the AI industry. This effort aims to counteract inconsistent state regulations that could hinder AI development.

Finally, a report by RationalFX reveals 30,700 job cuts in the global tech sector in early 2026, driven by a shift towards AI and automation. The United States leads with 24,600 layoffs, as companies focus on efficiency and productivity through automation.

Stan Berteloot is a French-American 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.

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📚 Sources:

• https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/18/kana-emerges-from-stealth-with-15m-to-build-flexible-ai-agents-for-marketers/
• https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/18/google-adds-music-generation-capabilities-to-the-gemini-app/
• https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20260218-i-hacked-chatgpt-and-googles-ai-and-it-only-took-20-minutes
• https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/india-global-industrial-software-leaders-manufacturers-ai/
• https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/18/technology/meta-65-million-election-ai.html
• https://punchng.com/tech-layoffs-hit-30700-amid-ai-shift/#google_vignette