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Drones, Design, and Digital Espionage | E2128
Today’s show: Jason and Lon explore the wild edges of tech innovation and regulation — from a student-built acoustic weapon that takes down drones (without harming humans) to the legal gray areas of drone defense over private property. They also unpack the escalating espionage drama between Rippling and Deel, and dive into FireCrawl’s viral move to hire AI agents as employees. Plus, a deep look at how world-class design and systems thinking can set startups apart. Packed with insights, laughs, and cutting-edge ideas across defense tech, AI, and startup strategy.
Key Points
- There are various legal and ethical considerations around using non-lethal technology to disable drones, especially regarding ownership and airspace regulations.
- Early-stage startups should prioritize lighthouse customers who can provide significant funding and are willing to engage in close, hands-on collaboration to refine the product.
- Leveraging AI agents for content creation and SEO can be a cost-effective strategy for startups, allowing them to automate routine tasks and focus on more strategic initiatives.
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