This Week in Startups Bob Iger joins VC firm as venture partner, Twitter whistleblower hearing, KKR tokenizes fund | E1559
Sep 14, 2022
Bob Iger's surprising new role at Thrive Capital raises eyebrows about reputation and venture dynamics. Whistleblower Peiter Zatko's congressional testimony spotlights alarming security failures at Twitter, challenging trust in major tech firms. KKR's innovative move to tokenize its healthcare fund opens doors for easier investment. The show wraps up with discussions on the controversial Launch House allegations, exploring the impact of personal experiences on professional environments.
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Iger Joins Thrive Capital
- Bob Iger joined Thrive Capital, surprising Jason and Molly.
- Thrive Capital is Josh Kushner's venture capital firm.
An Odd Pairing
- Iger's decision to join Thrive Capital seems odd, given his liberal background and Thrive Capital's association with the Kushner family.
- This raises questions about reputation and political affiliations in venture capital.
Thrive Capital's Reputation
- The hosts discuss Thrive Capital's reputation in venture capital circles due to its connection with the Kushner family.
- Some entrepreneurs were hesitant to accept funding from Thrive Capital because of Jared Kushner's involvement with the Trump administration.
