Spycraft in SaaS, Rabbit’s Comeback, and Startup Pitch Madness | E2106

In this episode, Jason Calacanis delves into the intriguing corporate espionage case involving Rippling and Deal, exploring its implications and the competitive dynamics in the tech sector, including Y Combinator connections. The conversation examines the legal and potential criminal aspects, while critiquing the spycraft involved. Board governance and Silicon Valley's culture of rule-breaking are also discussed. Later, Jesse Lyu from Rabbit joins to discuss his Y Combinator journey and Rabbit's new hardware product. The episode wraps up with Founder Friday pitch offs, offering critiques and insights into various startup pitches, including an AI-powered podcast app and a community for women in sports.