Trump VP's Ties to Silicon Valley & Google’s $23B Bet on Cybersecurity
Jul 16, 2024
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Ohio Senator J.D. Vance's ties to Silicon Valley leaders, Google's $23B cybersecurity bet, Amazon Prime Day sales, doomsday preppers buying timeshares, Australia using drones against sharks, and scientists discovering a cave on the moon for future astronauts.
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Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, Trump's VP pick, has ties to Silicon Valley, highlighting his fundraising success and role in expanding conservative support.
Alphabet's $23B acquisition of cybersecurity startup Wizz aims to boost its position in the cybersecurity and cloud security market.
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JD Vance's Political Transformation
Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, once critical of Trump, is now selected as his running mate for the upcoming election. A millennial newcomer to politics, Vance has shifted to fully embrace the MAGA movement, aligning with Trump's views on various issues. His ties to Silicon Valley and fundraising success highlight his role in expanding support for conservative candidates.
Alphabet's Potential Acquisition of Wizz
Alphabet is in advanced talks to acquire cybersecurity startup Wizz for approximately $23 billion, potentially its largest acquisition ever. Wizz's impressive growth and presence in Fortune 500 companies make it an attractive target. The strategic move aims to boost Alphabet's position in the cybersecurity and cloud security market.
The Rise of Preppers in the Doomsday Economy
The doomsday economy sees a rising trend in prepping for apocalyptic scenarios, with almost 20 million Americans identifying as preppers. Companies like Fortitude Ranch offer survivalist properties with essential supplies. The industry's growth is fueled by increasing threats such as AI, climate change, and geopolitical uncertainty.
Episode 366: Neal and Toby discuss Trump’s VP pick, Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, who has started as a venture capitalist and has worked closely with silicon valley leaders. Then, Google wants to boost its cloud computer and cybersecurity arm as it nears buying startup Wiz. Next, Amazon Prime Day is this week and it needs to be a home-run of a sale. Meanwhile, Toby looks at the latest trend of doomsday preppers buying up timeshares to prepare for the worst. Plus, Australia is using drones to fend off sharks away from its waters. Lastly, scientists find a cave on the moon that could be a shelter for future astronauts.
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