In this Three Breakthroughs episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, Mike Collins and Naren Ramaswamy explore three groundbreaking innovations redefining AI and science. First, they discuss new AI models pushing boundaries in simulation, weather forecasting, and world-building—transforming industries from gaming to meteorology. Then, they analyze Amazon’s massive $8 billion investment in Anthropic, positioning AWS as a major force in the AI race. Finally, they dive into a stunning discovery: AI helping decode humpback whale communication, a breakthrough with implications for both marine biology and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. Join Mike and Naren for an exciting deep dive into the future of AI-driven innovation.

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• Alumni Ventures (AV)
• AV LinkedIn
• AV Deep Tech Fund
• Tech Optimist

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Creators & Guests

• Mike Collins - Host
• Naren Ramaswamy - Guest
• Shail Highbloom - Producer
• Sam Herrick - Producer
• Keith Murphy - Producer
• Jeannie Masters - Producer