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Cursor’s $9B Round, AI-Powered Toys & CloudNuro’s SaaS Fix | E2121
Today’s show: Cursor’s explosive growth, hitting $200M in ARR and a massive $9B valuation. They also explore the buzz around Magical Toys’ new AI-powered dinosaur, where LLMs meet playtime. The conversation turns to “vibe coding” and how AI dev tools are changing the way product teams build. Plus, Jason shares stories from his Formula 1 poker table, Uber’s latest autonomous vehicle partnerships get analyzed, and we bring you highlights from our Founder Fridays pitch showdown, featuring Kippy from Sydney and MomSub from Chicago. Stick around to hear how Cloud Neuro is tackling SaaS sprawl.
Key Points
- UX designers and developers are increasingly merging their skill sets, leading to more holistic and efficient product development.
- Uber's strategic partnerships with various autonomous vehicle manufacturers are positioning it as a central platform for self-driving technology.
- AI-powered toys like the Dino from Magical Toys are revolutionizing child interaction and parental oversight, though they raise significant privacy and safety concerns.
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