Digestly

This Week in Startups

This Week in Startups

20 episodes

Jason's Fix For The Crypto Reserve Fiasco

The video discusses a proposal for a crypto transaction tax to build a government Bitcoin reserve.

AI Agents & the Future of Work with LangChain’s Harrison Chase | AI Basics with Google Cloud

The video discusses the integration of AI in startups, emphasizing its role in automating tasks traditionally done by entry-level employees.

US Crypto Reserve Bombshell, Ramp’s $13B Climb, & more | E2092

The discussion revolves around Trump's proposal for a crypto transaction tax and its implications.

Journalists are Training Robots!

AI models use web data without permission, creating opportunities for startups to provide curated data services.

Is AI Quietly Replacing IT Jobs?

The decline in tech hiring is attributed to improved software and self-service solutions reducing the need for IT support.

"Please Reply At" – The AI Email Startup Waiting to Happen

The discussion centers on the idea of creating an AI-powered email system that encourages customer interaction by replacing 'do not reply' emails with 'please reply' emails, enhancing customer engagement and experience.

OpenAI’s Super Bowl Ad: Bold Move or Missed Opportunity?

The discussion focuses on what makes a great Super Bowl ad, emphasizing creativity and memorability.

Is Palantir's Surge All Hype? | E2081

The discussion focuses on the hype around Palantir's valuation and its implications for investors and the market.

DeepSeek Rattles Markets + SailPoint's Going Public… again? | E2077

Deep Seek's AI model challenges Nvidia's dominance, raising questions about the need for expensive data centers and hardware.

Twilio Bets Small, DeepSeek Scares & the GameOn Fraud | E2076

Meta plans to build a massive data center, highlighting the growing demand for AI and computing power.

Created By Humans | Sila’s Battery Evolution | E2075

The discussion focuses on transformative rights for AI to use copyrighted content, the potential IPO of AI companies, and a major AI infrastructure project called Project Stargate.

The LA Fire's Cost and the U.S. Jobs Report | E2070

The discussion covers various topics including budget allocations for fire departments, ski lawsuits, insurance challenges, and economic indicators.

2024 TWISTY Awards | E2066

The podcast discusses the rise and fall of startups, notable tech achievements, and awards for standout companies and individuals in 2024.

Codeium’s Vision for AI-Driven Development with Varun Mohan | E2064

The video discusses the challenges and strategies for startups, focusing on team dynamics, product development, and market positioning.

The Top 6 Startup Finance FAQ’s | Startup Finance Basics w/ Kruze's Scott Orn

The video discusses startup basics, focusing on common questions founders have about payroll taxes, shutting down a company, Delaware franchise taxes, revenue recognition, and venture debt.

Ghost Engineers, Measuring Productivity, & Memecoin Scams | E2056

The video discusses various topics including the launch of a meme coin by Haley Welch, economic data, remote work culture, and the role of influencers in promoting financial products.

Year-End Planning for Startup Success | Startup Finance Basics w/ Kruze's Scott Orn

The video discusses essential startup basics, focusing on financial planning, fundraising, and operational strategies to ensure startup success and sustainability.

TWiST News: $100k Veteran Pitch Winner EMPEQ, US unicorn dominance, and T500 Updates | E2055

The video discusses the benefits of capitalism and democracy, highlighting the importance of competition and innovation, and contrasts it with socialism.

TWiST News: Pardons, Enron, Crypto's Moment, and the Future of Chinese Venture | E2053

The podcast episode discusses various topics including advice for crypto startup founders, the return of Enron, Hunter Biden's pardon, and the state of the US economy and consumer debt.

The Self-Driving Unicorn You Need to Meet & MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Bet | E2052

The video discusses the complexities and potential risks associated with MicroStrategy's investment strategy in Bitcoin, particularly focusing on the use of convertible debt and the company's valuation relative to its Bitcoin holdings.