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This Week in Startups
This Week in Startups
Jason Calacanis covers startups, tech, markets, media, and all the hottest topics in business and technology. He also interviews the worldโ€™s greatest founders, operators, investors, and innovators.
Jason Calacanis
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TWiST News: F1 on Apple Vision Pro, Self-Driving, Solar and Stablecoins

E2029 โ€ข Oct 22, 2024 โ€ข 72 mins

This episode kicks off with excitement around Foundry University's applications and demo day, spotlighting notable startups like Kamala GPT and Donnie GPT. JD Vance's unique "guy liner" application adds a touch of humor. Jason introduces co-host Alex Wilhelm, and they share weekend activities, including fall festivals and Halloween costumes. The episode explores GPU market insights and the discovery of a new prime number. Guest John Lepore from Black Box Infinite delves into bridging science fiction with real-world tech, focusing on VisionPRO and Hollywood VFX. The discussion shifts to autonomous driving, Tesla's safety improvements, and Stripe's acquisition of Bridge. The episode concludes with upcoming episodes and audience engagement.

Key Points

  • John Lepore from Black Box Infinite showcased an innovative F1 race visualization for the VisionPRO, highlighting the potential for immersive, data-rich experiences in the future of digital product design.
  • Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, despite facing scrutiny, shows significantly fewer fatalities per mile driven compared to the national average, suggesting it enhances driver safety.
  • Stripe's acquisition of Bridge for approximately $1 billion underscores the growing importance of stablecoins in global e-commerce and Stripe's strategy to facilitate cheaper, more efficient transactions.

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