This week’s spotlight: Approval AI’s Arjun Lalwani breaks down how 30-day mortgage approvals now happen in a click. Plus: Microsoft’s $10B EU bet, Meta’s AI cloud deal, and the veterinary tool that’s jumping +9600% since October.
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🎙 THIS WEEK’S INTERVIEW
Revolutionizing Mortgages in Seconds
Home buying doesn't have to mean headaches or long waits. Arjun Lalwani, co-founder of Approval AI ( now Clevy), joins us to share how they’re automating the daunting 30-day mortgage process into an effortless 10-second experience. By leveraging AI, Arjun and his team transform the tedious tasks of rate shopping and documentation into a seamless journey designed for first-time buyers.
What sets Approval AI apart is its commitment to user experience. They're not just about tech; it's about providing genuine support alongside automation. Arjun dives deep into how they've built an ecosystem that prioritizes security, transparency, and a human touch, making the home-buying experience not only easier but smarter.
💡 Key Takeaways:
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Instant Approval: Imagine getting mortgage approvals in just seconds!
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Automated Advocacy: An AI agent negotiates on your behalf to ensure the best rates.
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Heartfelt Tech: Balancing automation with genuine human interaction for true customer care.
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📍 NEWS
Microsoft to Invest $10 Billion in Portuguese AI Data Hub
Microsoft unveils plans to invest $10 billion in a Portuguese AI data hub to enhance its European presence.
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SoftBank's AI Bet Pays Off with $19 Billion Gain
With significant investments in AI, including ChatGPT's creator, SoftBank sees a $19 billion boost in its Vision Fund.
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💰 TRENDS
What’s trending in AI
Scribble Vet
Key Player: AI-driven veterinary scribe automating SOAP note generation from appointments or voice dictation, improving record-keeping efficiency.
Market Value: Rapidly emerging as a must-have tool for veterinary clinics optimizing workflow and reducing manual documentation labor.
Adoption: Used by veterinarians seeking to streamline clinical documentation; surged to 3.6K search volume and +9600% growth since its October 9, 2024, discovery.
Recent Developments: Enhanced AI models now convert live or recorded conversations into fully-formatted, structured notes with increased accuracy and speed.
Growth: Momentum is accelerating, solidifying Scribble Vet as a leading solution for veterinary workflow automation.
Why It Matters: Automation of medical record-keeping frees veterinary professionals to focus more on patient care, minimizing time spent on paperwork.
The Big Picture: As generative AI extends into specialized medical fields, tools like Scribble Vet highlight the sector’s shift toward real-time, AI-powered clinical support—reducing administrative burden and setting new benchmarks for operational efficiency.
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