

E108: Doxing debate, Nuclear fusion breakthrough, state of the markets & more
213 snips Dec 16, 2022
The hosts dig into Twitter's new privacy rules and discuss the ethics of doxing, raising concerns about personal safety. A breakthrough in nuclear fusion sparks a debate on its potential impact versus traditional renewable energy sources. They share laughs from a comedy night featuring Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle, reflecting on societal commentary through humor. Delving into the state of the markets, they analyze the Coupa acquisition and valuation challenges in the SaaS sector while addressing shifts in venture capital dynamics and fundraising strategies.
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ElonJet Suspension
- Elon Musk suspended an account tracking his jet, causing controversy.
- This action seems hypocritical, given his free speech stance and ownership of Twitter.
Persistent Doxing
- Sharing someone's live location repeatedly is a new form of doxing.
- This "persistent, coordinated doxing" poses safety risks, especially with GPS-guided weapons.
Nuclear Fusion Breakthrough
- Scientists achieved net energy gain in a fusion reaction, a potential energy revolution.
- This breakthrough involved using lasers to compress atomic nuclei, releasing more energy than input.