California has become the first state to regulate companion-based AI, targeting chatbots marketed for emotional support or mental health. While the focus is on protecting children and vulnerable users, it's also a sign of what's to come. Much like the evolution of email and browser privacy laws, businesses may soon face a patchwork of AI compliance standards across states and countries.

Grace and Peter discuss what this means for businesses using AI tools, ChatGPT's recent marketing flop, and how conversational AI can actually help uncover emerging technologies that don't surface in traditional search. From regulation to discovery, this episode explores the changing ways AI is shaping both business and creativity.

Chapters:

00:14 – California's new Companion AI law

02:36 – Implications for business and compliance

04:10 – ChatGPT's failed ad campaign

06:44 – Balancing AI use with human creativity

08:10 – AEO vs. SEO

09:50 – Discovering Twins.ai through ChatGPT

12:01 – Using AI for smarter research & tool discovery

Sources:

"California becomes first state to regulate AI companion chatbots" by Rebecca Bellan for TechCrunch

"OpenAI Just Flunked Marketing 101" by Mark Ritson for Adweek

AI tools are helping businesses move faster than ever, but are they also driving us apart? In this episode of Accelerated Velocity, Grace and Peter explore a growing culture of avoidance fueled by AI. The conversation isn't about rejecting new technology, but about recognizing when to lean on your team, colleagues, and community.

Proactive communication, collaboration, and knowing when to ask for help have always been valuable skills. Today, they're becoming true differentiators in workplaces where AI overreliance is common. You'll hear real-world examples of both the risks and opportunities AI creates, along with practical ways to restore authentic collaboration, connection, and creativity in your work and team culture

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00:54 – Is AI driving us apart from other humans?

01:51 – From classrooms to boardrooms: the avoidance effect

04:38 – In-person events & the value of human connection

06:15 – Why human talent matters more than ever

07:52 – Remote work, team communication, and facing challenges head-on

10:26 – Practical ways teams can rebuild connection

12:39 – Final Takeaways & Gentle Reminders

In this episode of Accelerated Velocity, we explore the fast-growing trend of Micro-SaaS products–niche software often built by solo founders or small teams. We explore what sets Micro-SaaS apart from traditional SaaS, how AI makes these rapid launches possible, and why the startup ecosystem is shifting as a result.

You'll hear real-world examples, the key factors that drive growth, and why agencies, developers, and even consumers should be paying attention. Whether you're thinking about building your own product or just curious about the future of software, this bite-sized episode has insights to help you stay ahead.

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00:00 – Welcome to Accelerated Velocity

01:26 – What is Micro-SaaS?

03:16 – Micro Teams & Market Niches

05:23 – From MVP to Full SaaS

06:06 – Examples of Micro-SaaS in Action

08:21 – Building Fast & Smart

09:35 – Consumers: Your Impact on MicroSaas

11:22 – What's Next?