TBPN Trump's Cash Bonanza, Karp is a Dawg, META Bets Big, PMF or Die, Defending the Gundo
Feb 17, 2025
Dive into a wild ride as the hosts discuss creating a company under live surveillance in just 90 days. They explore Trump's post-presidency financial ventures and the controversial investments of the Karp family. While dreaming of turning Guantanamo Bay into a global trade hub, they also tackle Meta's ambitious humanoid robotics project. Plus, the latest trends in coffee and the intersection of cryptocurrency and military tech provide a curious backdrop to the unfolding tech drama.
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PMF or Die Launch
- PMF or Die, a live-streamed social experiment, launched with two participants coding for 90 days.
- The goal is to reach $1 million ARR with $25,000, testing if rapid company building is possible.
Defense Tech Boom
- Defense tech is experiencing a boom, driven by the war in Ukraine and rivalry with China.
- Venture capitalists are increasingly investing in hardware, driven by success stories like SpaceX and Palantir.
Karp's Style
- Alex Karp wears a Patek Philippe Aquanaut, demonstrating understated luxury.
- Unlike other tech CEOs, Karp leverages mainstream media effectively to communicate his message of patriotism.
