20VC: Why Model Providers Will Kill Many Startups Moving into the Application Layer | Why Deepseek is not a Threat to OpenAI & Why OpenAI Beats Anthropic | Apps vs Models vs Infrastructure: Where is Value in AI with Sridhar Ramaswamy, Snowflake CEO
This 20VC podcast episode features an interview with Sridhar Ramaswamy, CEO of Snowflake, discussing the challenges and opportunities in the AI landscape. The conversation covers career advice for young professionals entering the workforce, the impact of AI on various professions (including software engineering), and the challenges of leading a high-intensity company. Ramaswamy emphasizes the importance of product-market fit and building strong customer relationships for sustainable value creation in AI, contrasting model providers with application providers. He also shares insights from his experience at Google and Snowflake, highlighting the importance of relentless innovation and adapting to rapid change. A key takeaway is his belief that while AI will significantly impact many professions, the ability to adapt and embrace change will be crucial for success.
