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Woke Google Maps, how Wells Fargo is losing money on fintech, and the global AI race | E1967

E1967 • Jun 17, 2024 • 72 mins

Alex Wilhelm joins Jason to discuss woke Google Maps, Bilt & Wells Fargo dynamics, AI progress in China and Japan, and more!

Key Points

Google's decision not to implement a "scenic route" feature in Maps due to concerns about spatial inequality sparked a thought-provoking discussion on the balance between consumer convenience and social impact.
Built Technologies' growth strategy involving rent payments via credit cards has led to significant financial losses for Wells Fargo, highlighting the complexities and risks in fintech partnerships.
The rapid advancements in AI technology in China and Japan, driven by companies like High Flyer Capital Management and Sekana AI, underscore the global race to achieve efficiency and innovation in artificial intelligence.

Speakers

Jason Calacanis

Host • 62%

Alex Wilhelm

Host • 34%

Bianca Veltri

Host • 1%

BILT

Guest • 2%

BILT

Guest • 2%

Partners

Chapters

0:00	Jason and Alex kick off the show
1:57	Woke Google Maps
9:44	Squarespace - Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at http://www.Squarespace.com/TWIST
16:20	Bilt and Wells Fargo fintech dynamics
17:00	CNBC interview with Bilt founder Ankur Jain
25:50	LinkedIn Ads - Get a $100 LinkedIn ad credit at http://www.linkedin.com/thisweekinstartups
32:00	AI progress in China and Japan
39:41	) Mercury - Join 200K startups who use Mercury to operate at their best at http://www.mercury.com
45:09	Defining AGI and its implications
49:06	McDonald's AI ordering systems and their challenges
1:04:37	Audience question on EU's AI Act and its impact on startups

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