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Archer buys an airport, Ramp’s huge raise, RIP KitKat, Bezos returns to the C-Suite, and more | E2210
Are we finally reaching Peak eVTOL? Jason and Alex on Joby’s big Abu Dhabi moves and Archer’s purchase of LA’s Hawthorne Airport. On a PACKED Monday TWiST, Jason is BACK from MENA and Tokyo. Hear tales from his whirlwind trips launching new Founder University satellite programs… and find out why construction and fintech are BOOMING across the Middle East. PLUS Ramp raised $300M… here’s why Alex calls the round “pretty baller.” We question why AI companies are growing SO MUCH FOUNDER than their SaaS counterparts. We’re digging into the Problem with Dropbox. AND we’re saying goodbye to KitKat, the beloved SF bodega cat who was reportedly run over by a Waymo.
Key Points
- Jeff Bezos is stepping back into the CEO role at a new AI-driven laboratory company called Project Prometheus, focusing on bridging AI systems with real-world applications.
- Jason Calacanis discusses his recent international trips, highlighting the growing entrepreneurial ecosystems in the Middle East and Japan, and the launch of Founder University in these regions.
- Ramp has raised $300 million at a $32 billion valuation, with AI-powered tools significantly enhancing its enterprise financial management capabilities.
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