All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg E157: Epic legal win, OpenAI licensing deals, FCC targets Elon, Alex Jones reinstated & more
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Dec 16, 2023 Dive into a playful banter about hairstyles and holiday mishaps before tackling serious issues like Epic Games' legal win over Google, reshaping app store competition. Explore OpenAI's licensing deals and their implications for copyright. The podcast also scrutinizes recent FCC actions against Elon Musk and the controversial return of Alex Jones to social media. With laughs and insights, the hosts navigate the complexities of free speech, corporate accountability, and the evolving dynamics of technology and politics.
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Sacks's No-Show
- David Sacks missed David Friedberg's Christmas party because he misread the invitation.
- Friedberg received a gift from Sacks delivered by a valet, making it the "most thoughtful no-show."
Chamath's Christmas Party Experience
- Chamath Palihapitiya drove 90 minutes to Friedberg's party, expecting sushi but finding only filler fruit.
- Hungry, he ate vegetarian appetizers, brownies, and baklava, later regretting the excessive sugar intake.
Epic Games' Legal Win
- Epic Games won an antitrust case against Google regarding the Play Store's practices.
- Google allegedly used "sweetheart deals" and suppressed competition, prompting the lawsuit.