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E34: Chamath & Tinder, Threads API, and the Difficulties of Scaling AI Labs

"The Riff" with Byrne Hobart and Erik Torenberg

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Investor's View on Tinder's Worth and Market Inefficiencies

The chapter explores an investor's perspective on Tinder's worth, leading to a deal where Chamath ended up owning 11% of Tinder through stock grants. It discusses market inefficiencies like 3Com's ownership of Palm, challenges in short selling, navigating imperfect information, and the concept of efficient markets. The conversation also touches on the reputation of successful entrepreneurs, personal and stock chart growth, SPACs, and understanding human behavior in tech investments.

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