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Grok 4 Beats OpenAI + The $300 AI Agent Era | E2150

Jul 11, 2025 • 71 mins

Today’s show: Grok 4 just leapfrogged OpenAI to become the top AI model—and it’s not just hype. In this episode, @Jason and @alex break down Grok’s AGI-level performance, the massive drop in LLM pricing, and why some companies are raising prices anyway. They also dive into the Missouri AG’s investigation into AI “bias,” the future of First Amendment protections for LLMs, and how autonomous vehicles are creating a new category: “autonomous commerce.” If you’re building with AI or betting on the future of tech, don’t miss this one.

Key Points

  • Grok 4 from xAI has set a new benchmark in AI model performance, surpassing previous leaders and showcasing rapid advancements in artificial intelligence capabilities.
  • The Missouri Attorney General's scrutiny of AI models' responses about President Trump highlights the emerging intersection of AI technology and political regulation, raising concerns about free speech and legal challenges for AI companies.
  • Autolane is developing an operating system to manage the logistics of autonomous vehicles interacting with high-volume retailers and shopping centers, addressing the complexities of communication, coordination, and control in the last 50 feet of delivery.
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