This podcast discusses various technology and startup-related topics. Here’s a summary of the main points:
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Equity: The host, Alex Wilhelm, introduces the show and mentions that it will cover market news, venture capital, and startups.
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AI Chip Startup: The first AI chip startup to go public in 2025 is predicted to be Blaize.
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Blaize’s Acquisition: The company was acquired by STMicroelectronics for $2 billion.
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Free Our Feeds Campaign: A campaign called "Free Our Feeds" aims to make Bluesky’s tech billionaire-proof and remove the influence of large investors on social media platforms.
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24-Year-Old Founder: A 24-year-old founder who exited his first company to Coinbase raises $3M for his next venture.
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Biden Admin Snubs Tesla’s Charging Funding Request: The Biden administration has declined a request from Tesla for a $100 million grant to install big-rig charging stations along highways.
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Xiaohongshu Hits No. 1 on App Store: Xiaohongshu, China’s answer to Instagram, reaches the top spot on the Apple App Store as TikTok faces shutdown in the US.
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Sonos CEO Patrick Spence Resigns: Sonos’ CEO, Patrick Spence, is leaving his position following a bungled app update.
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How to Delete Facebook, Instagram, and Threads: A guide on how to delete these social media platforms from your accounts.
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Bluestein Ventures Closes Fund Three: Bluestein Ventures closes its third fund with $45 million in capital commitments for early-stage investments in the food tech sector.
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Partech Africa Raises $300M: Partech Africa, a venture capital fund focused on African startups, raises over $300 million to back more than 20 companies.
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Equity’s Sister Shows and Social Media Presence: The host mentions that Equity is available on multiple platforms, including X (formerly Twitter), Threads, TikTok, and TechCrunch bots.
The podcast covers a wide range of topics related to technology, startups, and venture capital. It provides insights into market trends, company updates, and funding news.
