Episode #44: 23 May 2025

In this episode, the team discusses 18 significant posts covering a range of topics from technology and innovation to global affairs and market trends. Highlights include OpenAI's acquisition of Jony Ive's hardware startup, Google DeepMind's release of Gemini 2.5 Pro Deep Think, and Anthropic's launch of Claude 4 Opus. The episode also touches on the impact of AI in creative industries, with Darren Aronofsky's AI-generated movie trailer and PJ Ace's cost-effective AI-driven commercial. Political developments are covered with the passage of President Trump's bill and a personal story involving Scott Adams and Donald Trump. Additionally, the episode explores the economic implications of Bill Ackman's critique of endowment portfolios and Michael Saylor's Bitcoin advocacy. The discussions provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of technology, politics, and finance.