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E139: Recapping Chamath's wedding, VC surplus, unions vs Hollywood, room-temp superconductors & more

All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

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Superconductors and Sci-Tech Transformations

This chapter begins with a humorous take on online grievances about labor unions and then pivots to a groundbreaking discovery in room-temperature superconductors by a South Korean team. The conversation delves into the potential applications of these materials for revolutionary advancements in technology, from levitating trains to enhanced quantum computing, while also addressing skepticism about their validity. Additionally, the chapter highlights the role of AI in scientific research and improvements in battery technology, emphasizing the transformative possibilities if these developments materialize.

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