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Differentiated Understanding

Grace Shao
Artificial Intelligence
China
Silicon Valley
Tanka
Startup Culture
Alibaba
Semiconductors
China Tech Sector
Qoder
Tech Diplomacy
Us-China Trade Relations
Future Of Work
Electric Vehicles
China Tech Ecosystem
Venture Capital
996 Work Culture
Capital Expenditures
Neoclouds
AI Investments
Us-China Relations

Every episode, I bring in a guest with a unique point of view on a critical matter, phenomenon, or business trend—someone who can help us see things differently. aiproem.substack.com

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Every panel on AI and geopolitics seems to default to the same cliché: “the US–China race.” In this episode of Differential Understanding, I wanted to sit with someone who has actually lived inside DC, Silicon Valley, and the US–China tech corridor, ... more

In this episode, I sit down with Alan Zhang (Principal & Portfolio Manager at Ox Capital Management) to map China’s tech landscape through an investor’s lens. We break down how Alibaba, Tencent, and ByteDance are approaching AI, and why the “AI OS” i... more

In this episode, I sit down with Zixuan Li, who leads the chat API and global partnerships at Z.ai, one of China’s leading LLM labs (one of the four tigers) and now one of the first to head toward an IPO.

Z.ai started as THUDM, a Tsinghua data-mini... more

In this episode, I sit down with Kyle Chan (Brookings Institution) to unpack the thinking behind his provocative New York Times op-ed, “In the Future, China Will Be Dominant, the U.S. Will Be Irrelevant.” We start with the DeepSeek moment and why it ... more

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Kevin Xu
Founder of Interconnected Capital and writer of the Interconnected Newsletter
Interconnected Capital
Episode: Sovereign AI, Open Source, and the Gulf’s Big Bet with Interconnected Kevin Xu
Alan Zhang
Principal and Portfolio Manager at Ox Capital Management, co-founder focused on merging market equities.
Ox Capital Management
Episode: EVs taking on AI OS and the Delivery War. The Chinese Tech Winners Beyond BAT with Alan Zhang
Zixuan Li
Head of CAI Chat, API, and Global Partnerships at Zhipu AI
Zhipu AI
Episode: Z.ai/ Zhipu: one of the first major LLM start-ups to go public. Competition with giants and aims for AGI
Kyle Chan
Expert on China's technology development and industrial policy
Brookings Institution
Episode: What the U.S. Misreads About China’s Tech Rise with Kyle Chan
George Chen
Partner and Co-Chair of Digital Practice at the Asia Group, Senior Fellow at Hong Kong University, and Distinguished Visiting Professor at Schwarzman College.
Asia Group
Episode: AI Governance From Brussels to Beijing: George Chen on APAC’s Different Path
James Wang
General partner at Creative Ventures, focused on AI investments
Creative Ventures
Episode: Why American Investors Should Have a Pulse on China with James Wang
Bei Zhang
VP of Growth at Tanka, focused on empowering founders with AI tools.
Tanka
Episode: Unlocking the Future of Startups and Super Individuals with Bei Zhang
Hang Yu
Product Lead at Coder, Alibaba's AI Coding Platform.
Alibaba
Episode: Is this the Cursor of China? Alibaba's Qoder team on agentic coding, Qwen, and international ambitions
Christian Hu
Head of Global Operations at Coder, with over 10 years of strategy and go-to-market experience.
Alibaba
Episode: Is this the Cursor of China? Alibaba's Qoder team on agentic coding, Qwen, and international ambitions

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Grace Shao
Host of the show, known for facilitating deep discussions with guests who provide unique views on technology and business trends.

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#102
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#229
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Sovereign AI, Open Source, and the Gulf’s Big Bet with Interconnected Kevin Xu
Q: With Manus being acquired by Meta, how do you view the importance of product quality in today's AI landscape?
Product quality still matters immensely, as evidenced by Manus's rapid rise, which showcases that high-quality products can achieve tremendous success regardless of geopolitical narratives.
Sovereign AI, Open Source, and the Gulf’s Big Bet with Interconnected Kevin Xu
Q: Can you explain the significance of Sovereign AI in the context of global technology?
Sovereign AI reflects countries seeking to regain control over their technological futures, with South Korea being a prime example of a country taking advantage of this.
Sovereign AI, Open Source, and the Gulf’s Big Bet with Interconnected Kevin Xu
Q: What have you learned from your trip to the UAE regarding their AI strategy?
The UAE is very much in Team America's camp regarding AI and is actively building its own AI capabilities, particularly with significant investments in infrastructure.
Sovereign AI, Open Source, and the Gulf’s Big Bet with Interconnected Kevin Xu
Q: What kind of conversation gap are you trying to fill when you start Interconnected Newsletter?
The gap is about the execution of ideas, as ideas are not worth keeping secret. Sharing thoughts publicly allows for clearer thinking and valuable feedback.
Z.ai/ Zhipu: one of the first major LLM start-ups to go public. Competition with giants and aims for AGI
Q: What makes Zhipu AI distinct compared to larger players in the market?
Zhipu focuses on developing real-world applications and user needs while maintaining agility and speed amid resource constraints.

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Content revolves around various aspects of technology and its intersections with business, focusing on artificial intelligence, investment landscapes, and regulatory frameworks. Featuring expert guests, episodes tend to cover diverse topics, from AI governance in different regions to the implications of innovations in the startup ecosystem. This podcast stands out for its detailed exploration of geopolitical influences on technology trends and investment strategies, providing listeners with nuanced perspectives on global market dynamics. The conversations often highlight not only technological advancements but also ethical considerations, creating a rich discussion environment for those interested in how technology shapes the future of busi... more

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