This Week in Startups Instagram to shut down Shopping, reacting to Apple's event & more + The Blueprint Part 9 | E1554
Sep 8, 2022
The hosts dig into Trump’s classified documents and share entertaining poker stories from a tech conference. You'll hear about Instagram's surprising decision to scrap its shopping feature and how it might reshape user habits. They react to Apple's latest event, highlighting the lack of innovation in new products. Plus, a discussion on Starlink's role in improving internet access for rural schools adds a thoughtful twist. As always, humor blends with insightful takeaways throughout!
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Trump's Memorabilia Obsession
- Trump's alleged motivation for keeping classified documents is speculated to be related to his obsession with memorabilia.
- He reportedly enjoys showing off items like Mike Tyson's boxing gloves, emphasizing his fascination with collectibles.
Espionage at Mar-a-Lago
- Spies likely operate at Mar-a-Lago due to its proximity to power and sensitive information.
- Foreign operatives would naturally target such locations to gather intelligence, given Trump's known behavior.
Trump's Refusal to Cooperate
- Despite multiple warnings and legal requests, Trump refused to return classified documents, raising questions about his motives.
- This behavior adds another layer to the ongoing investigation and fuels speculation.