In this episode of "AI & Beyond," we unpack "The State of AI in 2025: The Builder's Playbook" from ICONIQ Venture & Growth—a strategic guide for businesses aiming to innovate and scale with AI. Drawing on insights from 300 executives and AI leaders, the report covers essential topics such as AI product strategy maturity, evolving monetization models, talent acquisition as a competitive edge, rising AI budgets, and the complexities of internal AI adoption. Whether you're building AI products or steering organizational change, this episode offers actionable strategies to harness AI for lasting business success.