Outcome-based models eventually fail because over-optimization destroys utility. As channels like outbound email saturate, they lose effectiveness. True engagement remains rooted in human opinion and distinct taste—things AI cannot yet replicate.

AI agents are replacing humans as the target audience for marketing. Unlike people, agents operate on logic and data, stripping away the emotional triggers that marketers rely on. This shift marks a fundamental challenge for the future of advertising.

The narrative shifted from OpenAI's dominance in 2022-2023 to the rise of multiple competitors like Anthropic, DeepSeek, and emerging open-source models. #AI #OpenSource #Tech

AI is terrible at marketing copy. Use it as a thought partner, not a ghostwriter, to avoid awkward phrasing and ensure authenticity. It empowers marketers, not replaces them. #AIMarketing #MarketingTips

An accidental technologist, starting in media at Vogue and producing beauty trade shows, led to creating one of the industry's first e-commerce platforms. This experience sparked a return to school to deepen tech knowledge. #Tech #ECommerce #BeautyIndustry

The term 'serial entrepreneur' carries a different connotation than 'serial investor' or 'serial CEO. #StartupLife #Entrepreneurship

Stephen Messer discusses fundraising with Jesse Middleton, co-founder of WeWork Labs and GP at Flybridge. Middleton explains that focusing on a smaller fund size can lead to higher returns, and that the goal isn't solely management fees. #VentureCapital #Fundraising #Startup

NYC schools ban generative AI for grades 2-8 for a year. This sparks a debate: how do we balance education's needs with AI's risks for young minds? #EdTech #AIinEducation

Howard Morgan, a pioneer in early-stage investing, highlights New York's booming AI scene, fueled by major tech companies and Cornell Tech. Exits like DoubleClick paved the way, creating a cycle where acquired talent launches new startups. The next step? #AI #Tech #VentureCapital

AI hallucinations pose real geopolitical risks, blurring the lines of truth in an era of mass media and AI-generated content. How do we navigate this new reality? #AIrisk #Geopolitics #Truth

George Kailas, founder of Prospero.ai, explains how retail investors are reshaping the market. Ideas from platforms like Reddit now influence algorithms and institutional investing—a major shift. #Investing #MarketTrends #Fintech

Co-host Stephen Messer and Tiny Organics co-founder Sofia Laurell discuss 'Project Tubby,' an AI initiative analyzing baby photos to assess eating habits. #ParentingTech #AIinFood #BabyHealth

At the New York Tech event in Madison Square Park, our guest noted AI governance concerns. As models advance, transparency decreases. #AIgovernance #TechEvent

As AI models and agents replace junior roles, how will we develop senior talent? If people stop coding, writing, or solving problems, what's the long-term impact on our own capabilities, and our humanity? #FutureOfWork #AIImpact

New York's tech scene has evolved into a global powerhouse, especially for vertical-specific applications in AI, fintech, and media. While core infrastructure AI may be SF-based, NYC shines in applying these technologies to real industries. #NYCTech #VentureCapital #AI

Feeling AI make you dumber? You might be right. Relying too much on AI for writing can change your cognitive function. Even AI's repetitive phrases become noticeable. Is AI-generated work truly yours? #AI #CognitiveHealth #DigitalWellbeing

Satish Viswanathan, author of 'The Weight Of Intelligence', guest on our podcast: True AI isn't just about generating answers, it's about human validation. The focus is shifting from model output to our ability to verify its accuracy. #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Tech

Satish Viswanathan, author of 'The Weight Of Intelligence', differentiates AGI from AEI. While AGI is about machines becoming broadly intelligent, AEI focuses on enterprises organizing intelligently around AI. #AI #EnterpriseAI #BusinessStrategy

Enterprise cognition needs to flow like a river, not get stuck in dams. Satish Viswanathan explains how moving beyond siloed systems to a river architecture is key for modern business decisions. #EnterpriseAI #TechTrends

Moral truths aren't absolute across all times and cultures. Actions like murder or incest have been viewed differently throughout history. Modern morality appears to be primarily socially determined. #SocialConstructs #Morality #Philosophy