

How to Say No to $23b
Jul 30, 2024
A company turned down Google’s jaw-dropping $23 billion offer, showcasing their confidence in future growth and an upcoming IPO. The conversation dives into the regulatory hurdles tech firms face when acquiring others and reflects on past missed opportunities. The episode also highlights the surprising success of Altria, a tobacco leader, amidst skepticism. Finally, it humorously relates tough decision-making to resisting cookies, while debating Universal Basic Income's role in the economy and the future of work.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Wizz: The Cybersecurity Unicorn Rejects Google's Golden Ticket
01:45 • 2min
Tech Acquisitions Under Scrutiny
04:09 • 3min
Financial Decisions and Universal Basic Income
07:19 • 9min
The Resurgence of Altria: A Tobacco Investment Case Study
16:40 • 6min
Navigating Tough Decisions in Investments and Choices
22:26 • 2min