The October Roundup: Vibe Coding, Policy, and Big Announcements
Published 9 months ago • 3 min read
Hello Adventurers!
Welcome to the October issue of our monthly roundup.
Every month, we gather the threads — projects, moments, experiments, and upcoming moves and put them all in one place for you. Think of this less as a newsletter and more as a snapshot of all the magic taking shape inside the Salon.
We have big things coming up in the last few months of the year, so if you haven't logged into the community in a while, now is a perfect time to jump back in, starting with:
The Salon Presents: Kiri Margaros of NoSpoon Studios Vibe-Codes LIVE in The Salon this Tuesday, 10/7
Kiri’s platform, NoSpoon Studios, reimagines AI video creation - expressive, intuitive, and community-driven. It is reinventing the way stories are built and shared.
NoSpoon is currently in Alpha, and during this session, Kiri will live-demo the tool and vibe-code something right before your eyes.
We’ll dive into:
How AI tools and autonomous agents can support intuitive, expressive workflows
What “vibe coding” looks like in practice — and how it reshapes creation
The reality of building solo with AI as your co-pilot
A live demo of NoSpoon’s features (yes, we’ll see it in action!)
How to design tech that feels less mechanical, more human, and rooted in community
This session kicks off a new chapter for the Salon — one of expansion and elevation.
We’ll be making several announcements about what’s next for the community, how we’re evolving, and how you can be part of shaping it. Big things are coming, and this event is where it all begins.
🗽 Salon Spotlight: Daisy Thomas at AI Week New York
New York’s AI scene is heating up — with over 2,000 startups, billions in VC funding, and a new wave of regulation taking shape through proposals like the Responsible AI Safety and Education (RAISE) Act. And right at the center of the conversation is our own Daisy Thomas, AI Salon’s Director of Advocacy and Policy Development. During AI Week New York, Daisy will join Startup Grind to translate legislative drafts into actionable insights for founders and product leaders. This isn’t your typical compliance chat — it’s a strategic deep dive into how policy defines innovation, trust, and market access. If you’re building with AI in New York, this is one you don’t want to miss.
Rick the AI Guy has been generously leading, as he’s partnered with Producer Brandon for a new weekly YouTube podcast: AITV
Speaking of Brandon, he’s found a new passion in participating in AI hackathons, from using Nano Banana for first aid advice to creating a fresh twist on a classic game.
And speaking of Nano Banana, Kyle & Danielle have been enjoying the new Nano Banana roll out. Finally, Claire got creative with Suno and Gareth submitted an incredible movie to the Dor Awards.
You can also watch the AI Readiness Project podcast Wednesday's at 3pm PT (6pm ET) with AI Salon co-Founder, Kyle Shannon and #SheLeadsAI Founder, Anne Murphy.
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Save the date(s) for our second annual AI Festivus, a FREE, two-day event where we collaborate with SheLeadsAI to curate some of the smartest, most generous people in AI and mindshare just in time for the new year.
Details will be released soon, but make sure to block off Friday, December 26th and Saturday December 27th 2025 (9A-9P PST).
We’ve been building quietly behind the scenes, and the next few months will reveal what’s been forming: new collaborations, new tools, and a clearer path forward for the Salon.
