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In this episode, M.G. Siegler and Alex discuss the current state of AI, exploring whether the technology needs a Steve Jobs-like figure, analyzing the AI chaos among big tech companies, and making predictions about the tech landscape in 2026.
Jason, Lon, and Alex recap the most memorable moments from This Week in Startups in 2025, handing out "Twisty Awards" for categories like best name drops, biggest trends, most controversial moments, and top dad jokes.
A comprehensive review of the tech landscape in 2025, with predictions for 2026 focusing on AI development, key company strategies, potential leadership changes, and the evolving dynamics of big tech firms like Meta, Google, OpenAI, and Tesla.
Nilay Patel and the Decoder team reflect on a year of podcast episodes, answering listener questions about AI, tech journalism, guest interviews, and their plans for covering technology and its societal impacts in 2026.
Jim Cramer discusses hot takes on big tech companies like Apple, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, Tesla, NVIDIA, Oracle, and OpenAI, sharing insights on their potential, challenges, and future prospects while promoting his book on making money in any market.
Kara Swisher offers a sharp-witted critique of big tech leaders and emerging technologies, highlighting the potential of AI in healthcare, the importance of friction in innovation, and the need for creative solutions to technological disruption.
Willem Avé, Square's head of product, discusses the company's evolution from a simple payment reader to a comprehensive commerce platform, focusing on how AI and a new functional organizational structure will help small businesses make better decisions and grow.
Tim Cook is rumored to be on the verge of retiring from Apple in early 2026, amid discussions of succession planning and the company's evolving position in the AI landscape.
Nvidia's record Q3 earnings of $57 billion reveal strong AI demand, but experts warn of potential financial bubble risks due to excessive borrowing by companies purchasing AI infrastructure.
Nick Clegg discusses the potential risks and challenges of Silicon Valley developing superintelligence, emphasizing the need for political oversight and cautioning against the tech industry's unchecked pursuit of AI innovation.
Aswath Damodaran discusses the potential AI bubble, market corrections, and investment strategies, emphasizing caution in current market conditions and the importance of preserving cash while maintaining a long-term perspective.
Scott Galloway and Ed Elson discuss how AI is disrupting the job market, which companies might be at risk of layoffs, and provide strategies for workers to stay indispensable in an AI-driven economy.
Tobias Carlisle explores Warren Buffett's investment strategies through the lens of Sun Tzu's "The Art of War," examining iconic deals like the GenRe acquisition and BNSF railroad purchase to reveal timeless principles of risk management and strategic investing.
A candid conversation with Pete Buttigieg explores the Democratic Party's identity crisis, tax policy, Biden administration challenges, immigration, and the potential economic and social impacts of AI-driven job displacement.
A deep dive into the AI bubble, exploring how circular investments, speculative trading, and concentrated market gains signal potential market risks, with insights on diversification and long-term investing strategies.
OpenAI's massive $1 trillion infrastructure investment raises concerns about the sustainability of AI development, with skepticism growing about whether the current compute-heavy approach will lead to artificial general intelligence (AGI).
Harry and guests discuss OpenAI's strategic chip partnership with AMD, venture capital trends, high-valuation startup rounds, and the emerging dynamics of "king making" in tech investment, highlighting the complex interplay of capital, innovation, and market strategy.
OpenAI launches Sora, a new AI-powered social media app with hyper-realistic video generation that sparks discussions about the future of content creation, AI ethics, and the potential disruption of the creator economy.
Ford CEO Jim Farley discusses the company's new EV platform, competition with China, tariffs, the importance of blue-collar jobs, and the future of in-car digital experiences in an wide-ranging interview.
A wide-ranging podcast episode covering the new iPhone Air, Meta's upcoming smart glasses, OpenAI's business developments, the rise of AI companionship, and San Francisco's emerging "996" work culture.
In this episode of Hard Fork, Kevin and Casey discuss Apple's latest iPhone event, highlighting incremental improvements and the new AirPods Pro with live translation features, while questioning whether the smartphone era has peaked. They then interview Eliezer Yudkowsky about his new book, which warns of existential risks from artificial intelligence and argues for a global moratorium on advanced AI development.
Oracle's stock surged 36% after announcing robust earnings and a potential $300 billion compute contract with OpenAI, though experts caution the deal's feasibility. Apple's latest product launch underwhelmed investors, with shares declining after the announcement of incremental updates to iPhone, Watch, and AirPods.
Silicon Valley tech leaders dined with Trump, with 33 executives attending a dinner aimed at discussing AI dominance, though the real purpose seemed to be praising the president. The August jobs report revealed a weak labor market, with only 22,000 jobs added and unemployment rising, particularly among young workers.
At the White House Tech Dinner, top tech leaders gathered with President Trump to discuss innovation, infrastructure, and economic growth, with participants expressing support for the administration's pro-business agenda. The dinner featured notable figures like Zuckerberg, Tim Cook, and Sam Altman, and was characterized by a sense of cooperation and alignment among competing tech titans.
Google had a remarkable week, potentially powering Apple's Siri with its Gemini AI and successfully fending off a major antitrust challenge. The company also made waves with its impressive Nano Banana image generation model, solidifying its position as a leader in generative AI.
In this episode of Sourcery, Patrick McGee discusses Apple's massive investment in China, exploring how the company invested billions of dollars to build manufacturing capabilities and train workers in a complex supply chain. McGee reveals the geopolitical implications of Apple's strategy, highlighting how the company became deeply entrenched in China's manufacturing ecosystem while helping to develop the country's technological competence.
Here's a two-sentence description for the episode: In this episode of China Watch, hosts Alice Han and James King explore three key topics: the geopolitical dynamics of the US-Russia-China relationship, the emergence of state capitalism in the United States under Trump, and China's pioneering role in humanoid robotics. They analyze China's strategic positioning in global affairs, its industrial policy, and its technological advancements, highlighting the country's potential leadership in AI and robotics while discussing the broader implications for global economic and technological competition.
Here's a two-sentence description for the episode: The U.S. government takes a 10% stake in Intel, sparking debates about government intervention in the private sector, while Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signals potential rate cuts at the Jackson Hole conference. Meanwhile, OnlyFans reports impressive financial growth, highlighting its success in capitalizing on societal trends of loneliness and digital intimacy.