The Importance of Risk in Technology

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CNN's John Sutter looks back at some of the risks people have taken with their money. He points to Larry Page, who took helicopter lessons and died in a crash 20 years ago. The Titanic disaster was similar: warnings went unheeded about ice before it steamed into an ice field on a moonless night. And for a very similar tragedy where warnings wentUnheeded to take place at the same exact site,. Yeah, powerful. But having this discussion frankly right now, when it's top of mind, could save lives.

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Today’s show:

Jason first reflects on the Titan submersible tragedy as he discusses the concept of ‘Toxic Wealth’ (1:41). Then, he explains why Meta will remove news content from Instagram and Facebook in Canada due to Bill C-18 (14:59). Finally, Elizabeth Yin gives a presentation live from Angel Summit on her five major learnings from 700+ startup investments (22:59).

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(0:00) Elizabeth’s passion

(1:41) Jason discusses the Titan submersible tragedy and how money can lead to recklessness and toxic wealth

(13:40) Squarespace - Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at https://Squarespace.com/TWIST

(14:59) Meta removes news content from Instagram and Facebook in Canada

(21:33) OpenPhone - Get 20% off your first six months at https://openphone.com/twist

(22:59) Elizabeth Yin of Hustle Fund at Angel Summit

(31:32) Lemon.io - Get 15% off your first 4 weeks of developer time at https://Lemon.io/twist

(32:51) How to invest in startups

(50:17) Q&A with Angel Summit audience