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AI Oughta Know

AI moves fast. We make it make sense.

AI Oughta Know is your daily dose of AI news—decoded for business owners, creators, and decision-makers who don’t have time to doomscroll.

Every weekday, we break down the biggest stories in AI from the last 48 hours. No jargon. No hype. Just the context, clarity, and takeaways you actually need.

What you’ll get:
• Daily updates on the most important AI breakthroughs, tools, and trends
• Big-picture analysis on how AI impacts your business, your workflow, and your future
• A human-first lens—because AI isn’t just about machines, it’s about people, power, and possibility
• Weekly Spotlight Episodes featuring deep dives into specific industries like small business, construction, education, and more

The AI revolution isn’t coming. It’s here.

Stay informed. Stay ahead.

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Update frequency
every 2 days
Average duration
5 minutes
Episodes
35
Years Active
2025
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ChatGPT-5 Is Here! What It Means for Small Business

ChatGPT-5 Is Here! What It Means for Small Business

OpenAI just launched GPT‑5 — and it’s not just faster or fancier. It’s more accurate, more reliable, and way more useful for small businesses. 

In this episode, we break down the real changes: fewer h…

00:14:21  |   Thu 07 Aug 2025
This week in AI & Small Business: AI That Saves Time, Fights Scams — and Cracks Jokes?

This week in AI & Small Business: AI That Saves Time, Fights Scams — and Cracks Jokes?

This week on AI Oughta Know: QuickBooks adds AI agents that handle your books, scammers use generative tools to target small businesses, and Craig Robinson launches a fake AI alarm clock named CrAIg.

00:13:54  |   Thu 24 Jul 2025
Google’s AI Playbook for Small Business

Google’s AI Playbook for Small Business

Google has quietly turned everyday tools like Gmail, Docs, Search, and YouTube into an AI-powered productivity suite—and most small businesses don’t even know it.

In this episode, we break down Google…

00:13:51  |   Fri 11 Jul 2025
Google’s New AI Gems, QuickBooks Gets Smart, and the Rise of AI Scams

Google’s New AI Gems, QuickBooks Gets Smart, and the Rise of AI Scams

This week on AI Oughta Know: Google launches “Gems,” letting anyone build a custom AI assistant—no coding needed. QuickBooks now writes your emails and handles invoices. Fast food chains save million…

00:13:55  |   Thu 03 Jul 2025
AI Agents, Private GPTs, and the Tools Saving Small Businesses 4 Hours a Week

AI Agents, Private GPTs, and the Tools Saving Small Businesses 4 Hours a Week

This week, AI tools took a serious step forward for small businesses—especially if you’re short on time, staff, or patience for tech.

In this episode:

  • A new voice agent that answers calls, books appoin…
00:06:24  |   Thu 26 Jun 2025
Reddit’s Lawsuit, Layoffs, and a Surge in AI Power — All in One Week

Reddit’s Lawsuit, Layoffs, and a Surge in AI Power — All in One Week

This week, AI turned up the volume — and the pressure.


In today’s episode:

• ChatGPT integrates with Google Drive and starts recording meetings

• Reddit sues Anthropic over data scraping

• Business Insid…

00:05:14  |   Thu 05 Jun 2025
Sergey Brin Says Google Will Build the First AGI. Should You Believe Him?

Sergey Brin Says Google Will Build the First AGI. Should You Believe Him?

At Google I/O, co-founder Sergey Brin stunned the crowd by declaring: “Gemini will be the very first AGI.”

That’s Artificial General Intelligence — the holy grail of AI. His bold claim clashed immedia…

00:05:00  |   Thu 22 May 2025
OpenAI’s GPT-4.1 Just Dropped — And Walmart’s Using AI to Outsmart You

OpenAI’s GPT-4.1 Just Dropped — And Walmart’s Using AI to Outsmart You

OpenAI unleashed GPT-4.1 and a lightweight Mini model — and it’s already reshaping how businesses automate. Meanwhile, Walmart is predicting what you’ll buy before you do, and ElevenLabs just made it…

00:07:06  |   Thu 15 May 2025
The Quiet Power Grab: OpenAI’s Acquisition, Developer Lock-In, and the AI Stack Wars

The Quiet Power Grab: OpenAI’s Acquisition, Developer Lock-In, and the AI Stack Wars

OpenAI’s reported acquisition of Windsurf reveals a deeper battle brewing in the AI world — not just over models, but over developer mindshare and platform control. 

This week’s episode breaks down wh…

00:06:05  |   Tue 06 May 2025
Amazon Enters the AI Assistant Arena — and the Workplace Will Never Be the Same

Amazon Enters the AI Assistant Arena — and the Workplace Will Never Be the Same

Amazon’s “Q Business” now integrates directly with Microsoft 365, putting it head-to-head with Microsoft Copilot and Google Duet. Meanwhile, OpenAI expands memory in ChatGPT, turning it into a long-t…

00:04:48  |   Wed 30 Apr 2025
How AI Is Revolutionizing Customer Service Today

How AI Is Revolutionizing Customer Service Today

In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence is transforming customer service for businesses of all sizes. From intelligent chatbots to predictive analytics, AI is enabling faster, more pe…

00:03:29  |   Tue 29 Apr 2025
AI Gets Personal: GPT-5 Turbo, Salesforce’s Big Bet, and the New Global Rulebook

AI Gets Personal: GPT-5 Turbo, Salesforce’s Big Bet, and the New Global Rulebook

Today’s update spotlights three major AI shifts: OpenAI rolls out GPT-5 Turbo for faster, customizable enterprise AI; Salesforce acquires Typeface to supercharge AI-driven marketing; and the EU final…

00:03:35  |   Mon 28 Apr 2025
Salesforce, Adobe, and the EU: Where AI Is Embedding Next

Salesforce, Adobe, and the EU: Where AI Is Embedding Next

Today on AI Oughta Know: Salesforce upgrades Einstein with GPT-powered assistants, Adobe’s new AI model raises fresh questions about creative ownership, and the EU releases small-business guidance un…

00:04:39  |   Fri 25 Apr 2025
From Meeting Notes to Model Control: AI Steps Deeper In

From Meeting Notes to Model Control: AI Steps Deeper In

Today on AI Oughta Know: Google Duet takes over your meeting notes, OpenAI faces fresh copyright pressure in the EU, and Meta’s next-gen Llama 3 model gives businesses more control over how they depl…

00:04:12  |   Thu 24 Apr 2025
Smarter Assistants, Safer Standards, and Real-Time AI Control

Smarter Assistants, Safer Standards, and Real-Time AI Control

Today’s episode covers three big AI shifts with real business impact. OpenAI rolls out memory for ChatGPT, making your AI assistant more personal and efficient. European AI labs pledge to follow new …

00:03:58  |   Wed 23 Apr 2025
AI That Works Where You Work: Adobe and OpenAI Go All-In on Workflow Integration

AI That Works Where You Work: Adobe and OpenAI Go All-In on Workflow Integration

Today’s episode dives into two major AI moves aimed at making everyday work smarter. Adobe launches Firefly Workspace to bring generative AI directly into creative and marketing workflows.

Meanwhile, …

00:03:45  |   Tue 22 Apr 2025
Boosting Business Efficiency with AI Automation Tools

Boosting Business Efficiency with AI Automation Tools

In this episode, we explore how entrepreneurs and business leaders are leveraging AI to streamline operations, cut costs, and enhance productivity. From automating repetitive tasks to improving custo…

00:04:47  |   Mon 21 Apr 2025
How AI Is Transforming Customer Experience Today

How AI Is Transforming Customer Experience Today

In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way businesses engage with their customers. From personalized recommendations and intelligent chatbots to predictive ana…

00:04:42  |   Sun 20 Apr 2025
Boosting Business Efficiency with AI Automation

Boosting Business Efficiency with AI Automation

In this episode, we explore how AI-powered automation is transforming the way businesses operate—from streamlining repetitive tasks to enhancing decision-making processes. Learn how entrepreneurs and…

00:04:16  |   Fri 18 Apr 2025
From Bots to Balance Sheets: AI’s Quiet Takeover

From Bots to Balance Sheets: AI’s Quiet Takeover

Today on AI Oughta Know: Google DeepMind open-sources a robotics platform that could lower the barrier to automation, Meta brings smart chatbots to WhatsApp and Messenger, and Microsoft targets finan…

00:03:36  |   Thu 17 Apr 2025
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