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TWiST News: Skydio's Drones, High-Skill immigration, and M&A Unleashed | E2040

Nov 7, 2024

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Adam Bry, CEO and co-founder of Skydio, a leading U.S. drone manufacturer specializing in autonomous technology, joins the conversation. He discusses the pivotal role of drones in enhancing public safety and military applications. Bry explores the implications of geopolitical tensions on drone production and cybersecurity. The talk also covers innovative leasing models for drones, the challenges of hardware startups, and Skydio's mission to innovate despite global competition, highlighting the crucial need for U.S. manufacturing capabilities.

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Quick takeaways

Skydio's autonomous drones enhance public safety by providing real-time data for emergency responses and improving community transparency.

The podcast discusses the geopolitical implications of U.S.-China tensions, highlighting Skydio's efforts to reduce dependence on foreign technology for national security.

Drones are evolving to support both humanitarian efforts and military applications, reflecting a dual-use capability that could transform disaster response operations.

Deep dives

Post-Election Implications

The discussion highlights the clear outcomes of the recent election, emphasizing the importance of having a definitive winner, which can reduce tension and allow the focus to shift towards policy discussions. The hosts express mixed feelings about the candidates, with concerns about significant political figures and their potential influence on national policy. There is a strong sentiment regarding the need for unity, urging everyone to support the elected leader regardless of their personal votes. The hosts acknowledge their unease about economic and social issues, like government spending and freedom of speech, which they hope will be addressed in the new administration.

Intro

6min

The Future of Autonomous Drones and Cloud-like Leasing Models

3min

Exploring Drone Infrastructure and AI Cost Management

3min

Navigating the Drone Industry Landscape

13min

Exploring Drone Technologies and the Power of Notion

4min

The Future of Warfare: Drone Technology and National Security

2min

Exploring Supply Chain Security and Drone Innovations

2min

The Rise of Drone Technology in Emergency Response

8min

Geopolitical Tensions and Technological Innovations

2min

10.

Entrepreneurship, Politics, and Changing Voter Dynamics

27min

11.

Tech and Entertainment M&A Trends

13min

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Timestamps:

(0:00) Jason and Alex kick off the show

(3:55) Skydio’s Adam Bry joins the show

(4:22) Overview of Skydio's autonomous drones and public safety applications

(9:31) Oracle - Try OCI and save up to 50% on your cloud bill at https://w⁠⁠⁠⁠ww.oracle.com/twist

(11:07) Skydio as the largest US drone producer and Chinese sanctions impact

(17:36) Risks of Chinese-made drones and Skydio's cybersecurity measures

(21:28) Drones in defense and combat applications

(25:15) Notion - Try it for free today at https://notion.com/twist

(27:24) Drone light shows and military implications, Skydio's mission and hiring

(31:44) Future applications of drone technology and hardware startup challenges

(39:31) Geopolitical tensions and impact on American companies