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September 24, 2025 • 22 mins
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In today’s episode, we dive into five compelling stories that highlight both the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of technology and humanity. We begin with NASA’s Artemis II mission, set for February 2026, which marks the first crewed lunar journey in half a century. This ambitious public-private collaboration with SpaceX could redefine the future of space exploration. Next, we examine a groundbreaki...
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September 23, 2025 • 25 mins
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In today’s episode, we explore some of the most pressing developments shaping technology, finance, and the automotive world. First, we dive into the staggering $3 trillion AI data center boom—an infrastructure race on par with the Apollo program—that is driving unprecedented demand for power, water, and private grids, while raising new geopolitical risks of “digital colonies” and shaking global energy markets. Next,...
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September 22, 2025 • 21 mins
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In today’s episode, we dive into some of the most significant shifts shaking the tech and investment landscapes. First, we examine the emerging “patriot” consortium led by Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch, along with Larry Ellison and Michael Dell, as potential buyers of TikTok’s U.S. operations—a move stirring concerns about control over social media algorithms and the broader implications for digital influence. Next, we...
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September 21, 2025 • 17 mins
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In this episode, we explore some of the most significant developments at the intersection of AI and industry innovation. Apple’s new A19 Pro chip integrates AI directly into its GPU, marking a strategic shift away from longtime partners Qualcomm and Broadcom and signaling a new era for on-device AI performance and future AI-native applications. We then turn to Navan, the travel tech startup that now handles 50% of i...
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September 20, 2025 • 17 mins
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In today’s episode, we dive into the extraordinary growth of the private AI market, which has nearly doubled to an astonishing $1.3 trillion, driven by seven leading private AI companies including OpenAI. Despite OpenAI CEO Sam Altman acknowledging this rapid expansion as a potential bubble, massive investments continue to pour into the sector, reshaping the investment landscape. We also explore Nvidia’s surprising ...
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In this episode, we dive into Microsoft’s ambitious $4 billion investment in a massive AI data center in Wisconsin, designed to host hundreds of thousands of Nvidia GPUs and power the next generation of AI models. We explore the implications of concentrating such powerful computing resources and the national security concerns it raises amid the global AI arms race. Next, we highlight Beewise’s innovative AI-driven r...
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In today’s episode, we explore five groundbreaking developments shaping the future of technology and finance. First, Nvidia’s surprising $5 billion investment in rival Intel marks a major shift toward collaboration, creating a Western chip powerhouse while maintaining competition in GPU development. Next, a UK startup, Nscale, has rapidly transformed from crypto mining roots into a dominant AI infrastructure player,...
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Today’s episode explores five pivotal stories shaping the intersection of AI, geopolitics, and creativity. We begin with a revealing OpenAI and Harvard study showing that 73% of ChatGPT interactions are personal rather than work-related, highlighting OpenAI’s strategic shift to position ChatGPT as a life assistant amid Google Gemini’s app store rise. Next, we dive into Amazon’s launch of a free AI agent designed to ...
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In today’s episode, we explore five compelling stories shaping the tech landscape. First, an Apple executive’s testimony in the Department of Justice trial reveals a historic decline in iPhone searches, driven by the rising influence of AI-powered tools. Next, Meta introduces its Hypernova smart glasses—an $800 device controlled by a neural wristband—signaling a strategic pivot from virtual reality to AI wearables. ...
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In this episode, we dive into five compelling stories shaping the tech and gaming worlds today. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman opens up about the ethical challenges keeping him awake at night, especially around sensitive topics like suicide and the military’s involvement with AI. We then explore the prolonged development cycle behind Borderlands 4, as its creator Randy Pitchford reveals why the studio is taking a major risk ...
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In today’s episode, we dive into five compelling stories shaping the tech and innovation landscape. First, OpenAI has launched Grove, a unique five-week mentorship program targeting entrepreneurs even before they have a concrete idea, providing early access to AI tools and expert guidance. Next, we explore how a rare forensic forearm print played a pivotal role in the investigation of Charlie Kirk’s killing, highlig...
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In this episode, we explore five compelling stories shaping the global tech and business landscape. Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are making bold moves into Europe, taking on established automakers like BMW with affordable, tech-packed EVs. Meanwhile, Albania has appointed an AI named Diella to its government cabinet in an unprecedented attempt to eradicate corruption—though experts caution this could intro...
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In today’s episode, we explore a fascinating mix of cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking discoveries. Apple, Google, and Meta are racing to bring real-time translation to everyday devices, but Apple’s new AirPods Pro 3 feature is currently blocked across the European Union. Meanwhile, SK Hynix is preparing to mass-produce its next-generation HBM4 memory chips, a development that strengthens its partnership wit...
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In this episode, we explore five major stories shaping science, technology, and business today. NASA’s Perseverance rover has discovered unusual “leopard-spot” rocks on Mars that may offer the clearest signs yet of ancient microbial life—though the mission to bring these samples back to Earth now faces uncertainty. Meanwhile, NASA has barred all Chinese nationals from its facilities amid escalating space race tensio...
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In this episode, we explore five compelling stories shaping the tech and business world today. First, despite missing earnings estimates, Oracle’s stock soared thanks to bold cloud revenue forecasts and new AI partnerships that are compelling even Microsoft to rely on its infrastructure. Next, Amazon’s robotaxi subsidiary Zoox has launched a driverless, steering wheel–free service in Las Vegas, directly challenging ...
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In this episode, we explore five compelling stories shaping the tech and business world today. First, despite missing earnings estimates, Oracle’s stock soared thanks to bold cloud revenue forecasts and new AI partnerships that are compelling even Microsoft to rely on its infrastructure. Next, Amazon’s robotaxi subsidiary Zoox has launched a driverless, steering wheel–free service in Las Vegas, directly challenging ...
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In this episode, we explore five compelling stories shaping the future of technology and AI. First, the UAE’s Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence unveils K2 Think, a groundbreaking low-cost AI reasoning model that rivals industry leaders while being significantly smaller. Next, Nebius Group’s stock jumps over 47% following a massive $17.4 billion GPU infrastructure deal with Microsoft, underscori...
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In today’s episode, we explore five compelling stories shaping the tech and finance landscape. First, we delve into why top Wall Street analyst Dan Ives is taking the helm of a company poised to amass $250 million worth of Sam Altman’s controversial Worldcoin token, highlighting the growing intersection between traditional finance and crypto assets. Next, we examine SpaceX’s surprising $17 billion acquisition of wir...
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In today’s episode, we explore five major stories shaping the AI and tech landscape. Broadcom has secured a secret $10 billion AI infrastructure deal with an undisclosed customer, while CEO Hock Tan commits to leading the company for another five years. OpenAI is launching a new AI-powered jobs platform, positioning itself as a competitor to LinkedIn, along with an ambitious AI certification program aimed at increas...
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In this episode, we explore five major stories shaping global tech and defense landscapes. First, we examine how Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine is driving a surge in Scottish shipbuilding, including a £10 billion deal with Norway for Type 26 warships, and fueling innovation in space, drones, and AI. Next, we dive into Hollywood’s newfound success with video game adaptations, highlighted by The Super Mario Bros. Mov...
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