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How the New Administration Will Impact Crypto, AI & Tech Globally w/ Ben Horowitz & Salim Ismail | EP #145
Jan 24, 2025
Ben Horowitz, co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz, and Salim Ismail, a technology strategist and Singularity University’s founding director, dive into the shifting tech landscape under the new administration. They discuss the slowdown in crypto innovation and the fierce AI race against China. The duo shares insights on the biotech industry’s regulatory hurdles and emphasizes the importance of innovation in healthcare. Additionally, they highlight the contributions of tech titans like Bezos and Musk while navigating the entrepreneurial challenges in an evolving market.
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- The Biden administration has shifted towards an anti-tech stance, impacting innovation across sectors like fintech and crypto.
- Regulatory reform is anticipated to revive biotech innovation in the U.S. after years of stringent constraints under previous policies.
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Impact of the Biden Administration on Tech
The Biden administration has been described as the most anti-tech presidency in recent history, resulting in significant friction between the tech industry and the government. This transformation began sharply juxtaposing the previous administration's pro-tech stance, creating a dramatic shift in tech policies. Many in the tech sector feel that this hostile environment stifled growth and innovation, particularly in the fintech and crypto spaces. Recent conversations suggest that the new administration may signal a change towards easing regulatory constraints, potentially allowing for a resurgence in technological development.
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