5 AI Tools I’d Use to Make $1M (w/o employees, capital, or time)

Deepfakes and AI Video Generation [01:47]

• AI video generation is blurring the lines between reality and fiction, with open-source tools making it accessible from a personal computer.
• Models like Wan 2.2 by Alibaba enable the creation of deepfake videos, allowing users to animate existing videos with different faces and voices, such as generating a video of oneself speaking as Taylor Swift or Mark Zuckerberg.
• A concerning use case involves a criminal using a deepfake to impersonate a handyman and gain access to a robbed apartment, highlighting the potential for scams and security risks.
• Tools like enhancer.ai and freepic offer Software as a Service (SaaS) platforms to simplify the use of models like Wan 2.2, eliminating the need for technical expertise.
• These AI-generated videos are already being used effectively in ads, especially with public domain figures like JFK, as demonstrated by a video ad creator named PJ Ace who achieves hundreds of millions of views.
• The process involves scripting (using tools like ChatGPT), creating reference frames (using image models), and animating these frames to form a cohesive ad.

This is open source. This is from your computer. A click of a button and most people will not be able to even tell the difference now.

AI-Powered Browsers and Productivity [07:06]

• AI-first browsers, such as Perplexity Comet, are presented as a significant upgrade from traditional browsers like Chrome, offering a more integrated and efficient workflow.
• These AI browsers can significantly speed up tasks by providing contextual information and performing actions directly within the browser interface.
• A compelling use case demonstrated is finding discount codes for online shopping. Comet can scan the current webpage and search multiple sources to find working discount codes, saving money and time.
• Comet is also adept at navigating YouTube content by locating specific moments within videos based on transcribed content, saving users the laborious task of searching for particular quotes or segments.
• The ability to ask the AI to summarize key takeaways from a YouTube video or even draft an essay based on its content further enhances research and learning efficiency.
• For job seekers and recruiters, Perplexity Comet can find LinkedIn profiles matching specific criteria (e.g., worked at Apple AI, now at Meta), and even assist in crafting personalized outreach emails.
• The tool is free, and the speaker notes a significant personal arbitrage, as they previously paid $200 per month for LinkedIn Recruiter.

Once you get used to an AI browser, you will not go back.

AI for Spreadsheets and Financial Analysis [19:50]

• Tools like tryhortcut.ai offer an AI-first approach to Excel, which can be intimidating for many users who dislike traditional spreadsheets.
• This AI assistant works with cloud-based Excel sheets, allowing users to interact with their data using natural language prompts.
• Users can upload financial data and ask the AI to perform complex analyses, such as building DCF models, income statements, or explaining specific financial concepts, essentially acting as a "financial analyst in a box."
• The AI can even answer nuanced questions, such as which stock a figure like Warren Buffett might pick based on the provided data.
• An Excel plugin version of this technology is also available, indicating its early stage of adoption with a low number of ratings.
• While using cloud-based solutions for sensitive financial data might raise concerns, the tool can also be used locally via the Excel plugin for increased privacy.

This is basically a financial analyst in a box that you can use and it's pretty cheap.

AI for Content Automation and Social Media [24:01]

• The discussion explores the use of AI in creating content for platforms like TikTok, particularly slideshows and UGC (User-Generated Content) style ads.
• Platforms like realfarm.ai can automate the creation of TikTok slideshows by sourcing images from platforms like Pinterest and generating content based on prompts, enabling rapid content production within a niche.
• This approach is seen as an arbitrage opportunity for businesses to create engaging content that TikTok is currently promoting, driving traffic to websites or software.
• The AI can also generate realistic-looking avatars for ads, which can be used to create product review videos, though the output may sometimes require refinement.
• The speaker acknowledges the potential for AI-generated content to be perceived as "slop" or "cringe" by some, but also notes that users often engage with it without realizing its AI origin.
• The trend is compared to historical methods of building audiences through meme accounts for advertising, suggesting a cyclical nature of content marketing.

There's a there's a a piece of software called realfarm. This thing must do like 10k a month MR or less.

AI for Job Applications and Productivity [30:51]

• AI Apply is presented as a tool that automates the job application process, allowing users to apply to thousands of jobs automatically.
• Beyond auto-application, it offers features like an "interview buddy" for real-time practice, resume building, and cover letter generation.
• This tool is supported by over 1 million users, highlighting its widespread adoption among job seekers looking for an "unfair advantage."
• The speaker notes the ethical dilemma, acknowledging that it creates challenges for HR managers sifting through AI-generated applications.
• An interesting future development mentioned is that AI Apply is working on a feature to help companies filter out AI applications.
• Whisper Flow is introduced as an underrated AI tool that significantly boosts typing speed through voice commands, allowing for up to 220 words per minute compared to a keyboard's typical 45 WPM.
• It can also understand corrections (e.g., saying "I want a taco" instead of "I want a burger") and format text with numbered lists, making digital communication more efficient.

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