The Macro AI Podcast: Scaling the Future: The Latest in Large Language Models

Join hosts Gary and Scott on The Macro AI Podcast as they dive into the cutting-edge world of large language models (LLMs) for business leaders aiming to transform their organizations and compete globally. In this episode, we unpack the latest advancements in AI, focusing on parameter counts—a key benchmark for model capacity—and explore how top LLMs like ChatGPT 4.0, Claude 3.7, Grok 3, Llama 3.1 405B, Gemini 2.5 Pro, and Mistral Large 2 are driving innovation.

Discover what each model excels at: ChatGPT 4.0 (200B parameters) offers versatile multimodal capabilities for customer service and analytics; Claude 3.7 (400B) ensures safety for regulated sectors like healthcare; Grok 3 (2.7T) powers R&D in pharmaceuticals; Llama 3.1 405B (405B) enables customizable, open-source solutions for logistics; Gemini 2.5 Pro (~200–400B) integrates vision and audio for retail; and Mistral Large 2 (123B) delivers cost-effective, GDPR-compliant processing.

In a technical deep dive, Gary and Scott explain transformer architectures, Mixture-of-Experts designs, and training techniques like RLHF, balancing insights for tech leads and executives. Looking ahead, we explore speculative giants like China’s BaGuaLu (174T parameters, unverified) and ByteDance’s 5T-parameter model with novel “di-reasoning,” hinting at future breakthroughs in strategic planning and scientific discovery.

With practical advice for leading in the AI era—aligning AI with business goals, budgeting for infrastructure, and fostering AI literacy—this episode equips leaders to harness LLMs for competitive advantage. Tune in for actionable insights and a glimpse into AI’s transformative future!

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Gary Sloper

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Scott Bryan

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Macro AI Website:

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The Macro AI Podcast: Digital Twins: Revolutionizing Business with Virtual Replicas

Join hosts Gary and Scott as they explore digital twins—virtual replicas transforming industries worldwide. Learn how these dynamic models, powered by real-time data, AI, and IoT, drive efficiency, innovation, and sustainability in manufacturing, healthcare, urban planning, automotive, and more. From predictive maintenance to smart cities, discover practical applications and leadership strategies to leverage digital twins for competitive advantage. Dive into a technical deep dive on the tech stack—cloud platforms, AI models, and data pipelines—and hear answers to listener questions on ROI, skills, and security. With the market projected to hit $73.5B by 2027, this episode offers business leaders and tech enthusiasts actionable insights to lead in the AI era. Tune in for 35 minutes of cutting-edge AI solutions!

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Gary Sloper

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Scott Bryan

https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottjbryan/

Macro AI Website:

https://www.macroaipodcast.com/

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The Macro AI Podcast: Episode 19 - AI and the Enterprise Threat Landscape

Join hosts Gary Sloper and Scott Bryan in this engaging episode of The Macro AI Podcast as they explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming the cybersecurity landscape for enterprises. Featuring special guest Ed Dunnahoe, VP of Innovation at Guidepoint Security—a trusted cybersecurity provider for over 40% of Fortune 500 companies—this episode dives into the evolving challenges and solutions in enterprise security driven by advancements in AI and machine learning.

Kicking off the discussion, Ed shares his background and journey to his current role at Guidepoint Security, offering a glimpse into his expertise at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation. The conversation then shifts to key areas impacted by AI in the enterprise threat landscape.

The hosts and Ed first tackle Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), exploring how AI introduces new complexities and opportunities for ensuring regulatory adherence and managing risks in large organizations. Next, they discuss Application Security (AppSec), examining how AI tools have reshaped the practices of identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in software applications, fundamentally altering the AppSec landscape.

The episode also covers Incident Response, where Ed highlights the challenges IT teams face in responding to security incidents in an AI-driven world, drawing from real-world conversations with industry leaders. The discussion then turns to Identity Management, addressing the emerging challenges of securing identities as AI technologies introduce new vulnerabilities and authentication complexities.

Finally, the episode delves into AI TRiSM tools (Trust, Risk, and Security Management), which are designed to ensure AI systems remain trustworthy, secure, and compliant with ethical and regulatory standards. Ed shares insights into the latest TRiSM tools and their role in helping enterprises navigate the risks associated with AI adoption.

Wrapping up, Gary and Scott thank Ed for his invaluable insights and invite listeners to share the episode and connect on LinkedIn for more AI-driven discussions. Tune in to this episode for a high-level overview of how AI is reshaping enterprise cybersecurity and what businesses are doing to stay ahead of the evolving threat landscape.

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Gary Sloper

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Scott Bryan

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Macro AI Website:

https://www.macroaipodcast.com/

Macro AI LinkedIn Page:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/macro-ai-podcast/