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Week in EdTech 7/16/2025: ChatGPT Agents, AI Companions for Teens, Google’s Gemini Push, Windsurf Talent Wars, Scale AI Layoffs and More! Feat. Writer Matthew Gasda & Marc Graham of Spark Education AI
Manage episode 496465827 series 2999353
Join hosts Alex Sarlin and Claire Zau, a Partner and AI Lead at GSV Ventures as they explores the latest developments in education technology, from AI agents to teacher co-pilots, talent wars, and shifts in global AI strategies.
✨ Episode Highlights
[00:00:00] AI teacher co-pilots evolve into agentic workflows.
[00:02:15] OpenAI launches ChatGPT Agent for autonomous tasks.
[00:04:24] Meta, Google, and OpenAI escalate AI talent wars.
[00:07:38] Privacy guardrails emerge for AI agent actions.
[00:10:20] ChatGPT pilots “Study Together” learning mode.
[00:14:40] Teens use AI as companions, sparking debate.
[00:19:58] AI multiplies both positive and negative behaviors.
[00:29:11] Windsurf acquisition saga shows coding disruption.
[00:37:18] Teacher AI tools gain value through workflow data.
[00:42:48] DeepMind’s rise positions Demis Hassabis as key leader.
[00:45:32] Google offers free Gemini AI plan to Indian students.
[00:49:39] Meta builds massive AI data centers for digital labor.
Plus, special guests:
[00:52:42] Matthew Gasda, a writer and director, on how educators can rethink writing and grading in the AI era.
[01:13:30] Marc Graham, founder of Spark Education AI, on using AI to personalize reading and engage reluctant readers.
😎 Stay updated with Edtech Insiders!
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🎉 Presenting Sponsor/s:
Innovation in preK to gray learning is powered by exceptional people. For over 15 years, EdTech companies of all sizes and stages have trusted HireEducation to find the talent that drives impact. When specific skills and experiences are mission-critical, HireEducation is a partner that delivers. Offering permanent, fractional, and executive recruitment, HireEducation knows the go-to-market talent you need. Learn more at HireEdu.com.
Every year, K-12 districts and higher ed institutions spend over half a trillion dollars—but most sales teams miss the signals. Starbridge tracks early signs like board minutes, budget drafts, and strategic plans, then helps you turn them into personalized outreach—fast. Win the deal before it hits the RFP stage. That’s how top edtech teams stay ahead.
As a tech-first company, Tuck Advisors has developed a suite of proprietary tools to serve its clients better. Tuck was the first firm in the world to launch a custom GPT around M&A.
If you haven’t already, try our proprietary M&A Analyzer, which assesses fit between your company and a specific buyer.
To explore this free tool and the rest of our technology, visit tuckadvisors.com.
Chapters
1. AI teacher co-pilots evolve into agentic workflows. (00:00:00)
2. OpenAI launches ChatGPT Agent for autonomous tasks. (00:02:48)
3. Meta, Google, and OpenAI escalate AI talent wars. (00:04:57)
4. Privacy guardrails emerge for AI agent actions. (00:08:11)
5. ChatGPT pilots “Study Together” learning mode. (00:11:35)
6. Teens use AI as companions, sparking debate. (00:15:55)
7. AI multiplies both positive and negative behaviors. (00:21:13)
8. Windsurf acquisition saga shows coding disruption. (00:30:26)
9. Teacher AI tools gain value through workflow data. (00:38:33)
10. DeepMind’s rise positions Demis Hassabis as key leader. (00:44:03)
11. Google offers free Gemini AI plan to Indian students. (00:46:47)
12. Meta builds massive AI data centers for digital labor. (00:50:54)
13. Matthew Gasda, a writer and director, on how educators can rethink writing and grading in the AI era. (00:53:57)
14. Marc Graham, founder of Spark Education AI, on using AI to personalize reading and engage reluctant readers. (01:14:45)
381 episodes
Manage episode 496465827 series 2999353
Join hosts Alex Sarlin and Claire Zau, a Partner and AI Lead at GSV Ventures as they explores the latest developments in education technology, from AI agents to teacher co-pilots, talent wars, and shifts in global AI strategies.
✨ Episode Highlights
[00:00:00] AI teacher co-pilots evolve into agentic workflows.
[00:02:15] OpenAI launches ChatGPT Agent for autonomous tasks.
[00:04:24] Meta, Google, and OpenAI escalate AI talent wars.
[00:07:38] Privacy guardrails emerge for AI agent actions.
[00:10:20] ChatGPT pilots “Study Together” learning mode.
[00:14:40] Teens use AI as companions, sparking debate.
[00:19:58] AI multiplies both positive and negative behaviors.
[00:29:11] Windsurf acquisition saga shows coding disruption.
[00:37:18] Teacher AI tools gain value through workflow data.
[00:42:48] DeepMind’s rise positions Demis Hassabis as key leader.
[00:45:32] Google offers free Gemini AI plan to Indian students.
[00:49:39] Meta builds massive AI data centers for digital labor.
Plus, special guests:
[00:52:42] Matthew Gasda, a writer and director, on how educators can rethink writing and grading in the AI era.
[01:13:30] Marc Graham, founder of Spark Education AI, on using AI to personalize reading and engage reluctant readers.
😎 Stay updated with Edtech Insiders!
- Follow our Podcast on:
- Sign up for the Edtech Insiders newsletter.
- Follow Edtech Insiders on LinkedIn!
🎉 Presenting Sponsor/s:
Innovation in preK to gray learning is powered by exceptional people. For over 15 years, EdTech companies of all sizes and stages have trusted HireEducation to find the talent that drives impact. When specific skills and experiences are mission-critical, HireEducation is a partner that delivers. Offering permanent, fractional, and executive recruitment, HireEducation knows the go-to-market talent you need. Learn more at HireEdu.com.
Every year, K-12 districts and higher ed institutions spend over half a trillion dollars—but most sales teams miss the signals. Starbridge tracks early signs like board minutes, budget drafts, and strategic plans, then helps you turn them into personalized outreach—fast. Win the deal before it hits the RFP stage. That’s how top edtech teams stay ahead.
As a tech-first company, Tuck Advisors has developed a suite of proprietary tools to serve its clients better. Tuck was the first firm in the world to launch a custom GPT around M&A.
If you haven’t already, try our proprietary M&A Analyzer, which assesses fit between your company and a specific buyer.
To explore this free tool and the rest of our technology, visit tuckadvisors.com.
Chapters
1. AI teacher co-pilots evolve into agentic workflows. (00:00:00)
2. OpenAI launches ChatGPT Agent for autonomous tasks. (00:02:48)
3. Meta, Google, and OpenAI escalate AI talent wars. (00:04:57)
4. Privacy guardrails emerge for AI agent actions. (00:08:11)
5. ChatGPT pilots “Study Together” learning mode. (00:11:35)
6. Teens use AI as companions, sparking debate. (00:15:55)
7. AI multiplies both positive and negative behaviors. (00:21:13)
8. Windsurf acquisition saga shows coding disruption. (00:30:26)
9. Teacher AI tools gain value through workflow data. (00:38:33)
10. DeepMind’s rise positions Demis Hassabis as key leader. (00:44:03)
11. Google offers free Gemini AI plan to Indian students. (00:46:47)
12. Meta builds massive AI data centers for digital labor. (00:50:54)
13. Matthew Gasda, a writer and director, on how educators can rethink writing and grading in the AI era. (00:53:57)
14. Marc Graham, founder of Spark Education AI, on using AI to personalize reading and engage reluctant readers. (01:14:45)
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