TBPN Shipping at the Super Bowl, Musk and Altman AI Feud, Mistral AI Defense Contracts, 400lb Power Cleans
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Feb 11, 2025 Dive into a whirlwind of insights, from the stunning $2.5 billion funding for Anduril in defense tech to the impact of Instagram's decline on social engagement. Explore the brewing feud between Elon Musk and Sam Altman over OpenAI and discover Mistral's cutting-edge AI tool, Le Chat. The podcast also critiques Super Bowl ads, highlighting the clash between creativity and clarity. Finally, witness a celebration of personal victories, including a remarkable weightlifting achievement that brings the conversation full circle.
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Anduril's Series G Funding
- Anduril raised $2.5B in Series G funding, doubling revenue to $1B.
- Founders Fund invested $1B, highlighting their concentrated investment strategy.
Anduril's Influence on Hard Tech
- Anduril's success inspires other hard tech companies.
- Companies are applying Anduril's software and hardware ethos to various industries.
Concentrated Investment Strategy
- Founders Fund employs a concentrated investment strategy, focusing on a few high-potential companies.
- Identify promising sectors, invest in the best asset within that sector, and maximize ownership.